Welcome to the Lights Parade! Every year on the second Saturday in December, magic happens on the water of the Annapolis Harbor...boats suddenly appear out of the cold winter night illuminated with thousands of colored lights and crewed by jolly revelers. Families and friends gather at their favorite viewing spots along the waterfront to see [...]
Corvette Annapolis was founded in 1991 and is dedicated to the promotion of the Chevrolet Corvette, and camaraderie among Corvette owners in the greater Annapolis and Central Maryland area. Come join us for a celebration of America’s Sports Car at our annual show. This Corvette-only Fun Show will occupy center stage at the historic Annapolis [...]
This week-long event encompasses the wide ranging artistic creativity in Annapolis. Featuring events at art galleries and performance arts studios, musicians, and an array of all-around artistic talent.
'Tis the Season...for the Jolly Express! Hop aboard Miss Anne, all decked out for the Holidays and see the sights along Spa Creek on the Jolly Express. Miss Anne will be adorned with reindeer spirit for a 45-minute cruise including hot cocoa, holiday music and holiday cheer. Cuddle up under blankets and enjoy the cruise [...]
In October boaters from across the country gather in the historic seaport of Annapolis to shop from all major powerboat manufacturers, climb aboard hundreds of center consoles, and tour brokerage boats. This is the best place to purchase boating supplies, navigation equipment, fishing gear, clothing, and marine accessories. There is something for everyone! Boat Show tickets [...]
In October sailors from around the globe will gather on miles of docks in beautiful downtown historic Annapolis for the 2018 United States Sailboat Show. This is an internationally acclaimed sailboat show, recognized as the world’s largest and most prestigious sailboat show. Tickets are available online or at authorized ticket booths only. Thursday, October 4, 2018 10:00am - 6:00pm Friday, October 5, 2018 [...]
Watch all kinds of decked-out boats parade through the Annapolis waterfront as thousands of lights twinkle and holiday music plays (usually from the boats!). Prime viewing areas include Eastport, Spa Creek, the City Dock and the Naval Academy sea wall. Admission is free.
Take a "sleigh ride"--except over the water except in the snow, and on a boat instead of an actual sleigh. The 45-minute holiday cruise includes seasonal music, hot chocolate and Santa steering the ship. Happening weekends in December (excluding Dec. 10) including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., and [...]
Bizarre as it sounds, lots of money is raised for Annapolis charities every year at the longest tug-o'-war over a body of water in the world. Annapolitans face off against the fictional Maritime Republic of Eastport while 100+ spectators join in on the fun in the festival-like atmosphere downtown. Tug of War XX will begin [...]
At the country's oldest and largest in-water powerboat exhibition, over 450 powerboats are on display at the Annapolis City Dock. Attendees can purchase supplies from all major powerboat dealers and even try out equipment at the Demo Dock before making a purchase. Thursday (VIP day) hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday [...]