Mar
29
to Mar 30
Choose your inner monster…
Apr
19
11:00 AM11:00
My Big Finds: Open Book Chocolates Pop-Up | April 2025
Open Book Chocolates will be having a “Pop-Up” event at My Big Finds in Kentlands (Gaithersburg, Maryland).
Stop in Saturday, April 19th (the day before Easter) to sample these artisanal, handmade, and bean-to-bar, literary-inspired chocolate bars!
For more information about this event, please visit mybigfinds.com.
About My Big Finds
Starting as a pop-up shop in Kentlands in 2015, My Big Finds is a community-focused business aiming to give back to our community, celebrate small business, fair trade and vintage styles, and mixing new and unique pieces. My Big Finds is also a sponsor or organizer of numerous Kentlands events such as the Kentlands/Lakelands Tree Lighting, the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K, Kentlands Under the Lights, Oktoberfest, and more.
Small businesses are the cornerstones of most communities. My employees and I look forward to welcoming you in to My Big Finds and thank you for shopping small!
Apr
25
to Apr 26
Malice Domestic 37
Friday, April 25th
Saturday, April 26th
(Sunday, April 27th)
PLEASE NOTE: Open Book Chocolates will be at Malice Domestic on FRIDAY and SATURDAY ONLY!
Schedule Coming Soon!
Established in 1989, Malice Domestic is an annual fan convention that takes place each year in Maryland, just outside of Washington, D.C. Malice celebrates the Traditional Mystery, books best typified by the works of Agatha Christie. The genre is loosely defined as mysteries which contain no explicit sex, or excessive gore or violence.
Apr
27
11:00 AM11:00
18th Annual Kensington Day of the Book Festival
The Kensington Day of the Book Festival is a family friendly street festival, held rain or shine, spanning three blocks of Howard Avenue in the heart of historic Kensington. Come meet authors, poets, literary and community organizations. Live music on a few stages, special guest speakers, poetry readings, cookbook demos, children’s program, and much more. Not your average book festival! Now in its 18th year, this festival offers something for everyone!
For more information about this event, please visit dayofthebook.com.
May
4
11:00 AM11:00
Locally Crafted Spring Makers Market 2025
More Information Coming Soon!
About Locally Crafted
Housed in a cozy storefront at the popular RIO Washingtonian shopping center in Gaithersburg, Maryland, Locally Crafted is a community space where artists can showcase their unique products. Customers will experience seeing the items in person, rather than through an online store, allowing them to feel and see the quality in person. Locally Crafted appeals to customers who value unique items and prefer supporting makers from their community over national corporate big chain stores.
As a female-owned small business, we are invested in helping to support other small businesses. By carrying only locally made products, we are creating a bridge between local makers and interested customers, enhancing the unique character of our community and helping the local economy by supporting small businesses in the neighborhood.
At Locally Crafted we have created a space for small business owners (Makers) in the community to showcase their artisan goods, while also allowing the community to support local business owners.
For more information about this event, please visit locallycraftedshop.com.
May
10
11:00 AM11:00
My Big Finds: Open Book Chocolates Pop-Up | May 2025
Open Book Chocolates will be having a “Pop-Up” event at My Big Finds in Kentlands (Gaithersburg, Maryland).
Stop in Saturday, May 10th (the day before Mother’s Day) to sample these artisanal, handmade, and bean-to-bar, literary-inspired chocolate bars!
For more information about this event, please visit mybigfinds.com.
About My Big Finds
Starting as a pop-up shop in Kentlands in 2015, My Big Finds is a community-focused business aiming to give back to our community, celebrate small business, fair trade and vintage styles, and mixing new and unique pieces. My Big Finds is also a sponsor or organizer of numerous Kentlands events such as the Kentlands/Lakelands Tree Lighting, the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K, Kentlands Under the Lights, Oktoberfest, and more.
Small businesses are the cornerstones of most communities. My employees and I look forward to welcoming you in to My Big Finds and thank you for shopping small!
Oct
11
11:00 AM11:00
My Big Finds: Open Book Chocolates Pop-Up | October 2025
Open Book Chocolates will be having a “Pop-Up” event at My Big Finds in Kentlands (Gaithersburg, Maryland).
Stop in Saturday, October 11th to sample these artisanal, handmade, and bean-to-bar, literary-inspired chocolate bars!
For more information about this event, please visit mybigfinds.com.
About My Big Finds
Starting as a pop-up shop in Kentlands in 2015, My Big Finds is a community-focused business aiming to give back to our community, celebrate small business, fair trade and vintage styles, and mixing new and unique pieces. My Big Finds is also a sponsor or organizer of numerous Kentlands events such as the Kentlands/Lakelands Tree Lighting, the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K, Kentlands Under the Lights, Oktoberfest, and more.
Small businesses are the cornerstones of most communities. My employees and I look forward to welcoming you in to My Big Finds and thank you for shopping small!
Nov
8
11:00 AM11:00
My Big Finds: Open Book Chocolates Pop-Up | November 2025
Open Book Chocolates will be having a “Pop-Up” event at My Big Finds in Kentlands (Gaithersburg, Maryland).
Stop in Saturday, November 8th to sample these artisanal, handmade, and bean-to-bar, literary-inspired chocolate bars!
For more information about this event, please visit mybigfinds.com.
About My Big Finds
Starting as a pop-up shop in Kentlands in 2015, My Big Finds is a community-focused business aiming to give back to our community, celebrate small business, fair trade and vintage styles, and mixing new and unique pieces. My Big Finds is also a sponsor or organizer of numerous Kentlands events such as the Kentlands/Lakelands Tree Lighting, the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K, Kentlands Under the Lights, Oktoberfest, and more.
Small businesses are the cornerstones of most communities. My employees and I look forward to welcoming you in to My Big Finds and thank you for shopping small!
Nov
15
to Nov 16
DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival 2025
Saturday, November 15th 2025
VIP Hour — 9:00 am ~ 10:00 am
General Admission — 10:00 am ~ 5:00 pm
Sunday, November 16th 2025
General Admission — 10:00 am ~ 4:00 pm
Come take a journey with your senses. Sip coffees from around the world, brought to you by local vendors. Taste chocolates of every form for every palate, handcrafted by caring artisans. Explore other unique vendors with products like teas, soaps, candles, gifts, and art! Enjoy time with your friends and family as you sample from the many vendors, learn from the experts, and shop for something nice to share later. Smile for an instagram shot, get your kids involved in the activities, and make it a family weekend to remember as we come together to support local businesses!
For more information about this event, please visit dmvchocolateandcoffee.com.
Nov
28
to Nov 30
Maryland Christmas Show 2025
Friday, November 28th (10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Saturday, November 29th (10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Sunday, November 30th (10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
PLEASE NOTE: The Maryland Christmas Show is a two-week event; Open Book Chocolates will be exhibiting at The Maryland Christmas Show during the SECOND WEEK (November 29th through 30th) ONLY.
Nothing brings back the yuletide spirit quite like the Maryland Christmas Show. For the 42nd season visitors from near and far will discover the joys of shopping at Maryland's premier Christmas event. The Maryland Christmas Show, located in historic Frederick City, brings together many fine artisans and merchants to make your holiday shopping an enjoyable event.
The show offers seven buildings. You'll enjoy the works of top artists and craftsmen offering fine art, pottery, furniture, jewelry, clothing, wreaths and garlands, toys and Christmas ornaments - just about anything related to your Christmas shopping enjoyment. Not all of the same exhibitors participate in both weekends.
The Maryland Christmas Show makes shopping fun for everyone from gram to grandchild. So don't forget, we're a two weekend event. Wear comfortable shoes and warm clothing as you'll be moving between seven heated buildings.
Gather your favorite group together and join us as we celebrate the holiday season.
For more information about this event, please visit marylandchristmasshow.com.
Feb
7
to Feb 9
Farpoint 32
Get ready to have fun with us at Farpoint Convention 2025, happening on February 7th through 9th, 2025! It’s going to be out of this world, so mark your calendars and start planning your trip. We’ll be returning to the DoubleTree by Hilton in Pikesville, MD, so get ready to make some unforgettable memories. Don’t miss out on the fun – we can’t wait to see you there!
FARPOINT CONVENTION, organized by the FARPOINT FOUNDATION, is an annual gathering for fans of all genres of imaginative fiction – Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, SuperHeroes – in all the media formats in which they might appear – Cinematic Movies, Television, Podcasts, Web Video – you name it, we want to celebrate it! Our mission is to bring fans together to learn from and support each other in their genre interests. You are an active participant in the Farpoint Convention experience to the extent you desire and are most comfortable with. It’s about community and coming together for spirited discussions about the things in fandom that we are so passionate about. It’s about geeking out as a fandom family over our favorite shows, books and movies, gaming and cosplaying and learning together.
The con was established in 1993, by a committee led by Beverly Volker and Steven Wilson. Our focus is on Fandom and all who comprise it, to encourage, to educate, and to enable our fellow fans in their lives and pursuits. So, while we certainly bring in some exciting professionals from the industries which bring imagination into the mainstream, our real goal is to give you the opportunity to meet others like yourself, to forge friendships, and to develop your own creative gifts.
For more information about this event, please visit farpointcon.com.
Feb
1
11:00 AM11:00
My Big Finds: Open Book Chocolates Pop-Up | February 2025
Open Book Chocolates will be having a “Pop-Up” event at My Big Finds in Kentlands (Gaithersburg, Maryland).
Stop in Saturday, February 1st to sample these artisanal, handmade, and bean-to-bar, literary-inspired chocolate bars!
For more information about this event, please visit mybigfinds.com.
About My Big Finds
Starting as a pop-up shop in Kentlands in 2015, My Big Finds is a community-focused business aiming to give back to our community, celebrate small business, fair trade and vintage styles, and mixing new and unique pieces. My Big Finds is also a sponsor or organizer of numerous Kentlands events such as the Kentlands/Lakelands Tree Lighting, the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K, Kentlands Under the Lights, Oktoberfest, and more.
Small businesses are the cornerstones of most communities. My employees and I look forward to welcoming you in to My Big Finds and thank you for shopping small!
Dec
6
to Dec 8
Locally Crafted: Three-Day Indoor Holiday Market at Rio 2024
Friday, December 6th, 2024: 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm.
Saturday, December 7th, 2024: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
Sunday, December 8th, 2024: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
For more information about this event, please visit locallycraftedshop.com.
Dec
1
11:00 AM11:00
Annapolis Chocolate Binge Festival 2024
Annapolis Chocolate Binge Festival
including the Holiday Street Light Canopy
and Holiday Market on the first block of West Street
The Inner West Street Association brings you the popular Annapolis Chocolate Binge Festival to downtown Annapolis for the holidays. Held on the first Sunday of December from 11am to 4pm on the first block of West Street we have the Annapolis Chocolate Binge Festival, featuring family-friendly entertainment, chocolate, holiday shopping, and the festive West Street Holiday Light Canopy.
Start off the December holiday season with some fun and indulge your sweet tooth at the annual Annapolis Chocolate Binge Festival.
Admission is just $5 when you purchase your tickets in advance online. Sample Taste Tickets will be on sale as well. Purchase those tickets to taste various vendors samples as you stroll down West Street.
For more information about this event, please visit innerweststreetannapolis.com/annapolis-chocolate-binge-festival.
Nov
22
to Nov 24
Maryland Christmas Show 2024
Friday, November 22nd (10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Saturday, November 23rd (10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Sunday, November 24th (10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
The Maryland Christmas Show is a two-week event; Open Book Chocolates will be exhibiting at The Maryland Christmas Show during the FIRST WEEK (November 23rd through 24th) ONLY.
ADMISSION
Adults: $10.00
Children: $4.00 (10 and under)
$2.00 Parking Fee
Nothing brings back the yuletide spirit quite like the Maryland Christmas Show. For the 41st season visitors from near and far will discover the joys of shopping at Maryland's premier Christmas event. The Maryland Christmas Show, located in historic Frederick City, brings together many fine artisans and merchants to make your holiday shopping an enjoyable event.
The show offers seven buildings. You'll enjoy the works of top artists and craftsmen offering fine art, pottery, furniture, jewelry, clothing, wreaths and garlands, toys and Christmas ornaments - just about anything related to your Christmas shopping enjoyment. Not all of the same exhibitors participate in both weekends.
The Maryland Christmas Show makes shopping fun for everyone from gram to grandchild. So don't forget, we're a two weekend event. Wear comfortable shoes and warm clothing as you'll be moving between seven heated buildings.
Gather your favorite group together and join us as we celebrate the holiday season.
Nov
16
to Nov 17
DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival 2024
Saturday, November 16th 2024
9:00 am ~ 5:00 pm
Sunday, November 17th 2024
10:00 am ~ 4:00 pm
The top coffee shops, roasters, chocolatiers, gourmet food purveyors, and unique artisans from DC, Maryland, Virginia, and abroad will gather at the Dulles Expo Center South Hall on November 16th & 17th in Chantilly, VA, for the third annual DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival. This family-friendly event will feature over 150 vendors sampling and selling their delicious products to approximately 10,000 attendees in just 2 days!
For more information about this event, please visit dmvchocolateandcoffee.com.
Nov
9
11:00 AM11:00
My Big Finds: Open Book Chocolates Pop-Up | November 2024
Open Book Chocolates will be having a “Pop-Up” event at My Big Finds in Kentlands (Gaithersburg, Maryland).
Stop in Saturday, November 9th to sample these artisanal, handmade, and bean-to-bar, literary-inspired chocolate bars!
For more information about this event, please visit mybigfinds.com.
About My Big Finds
Starting as a pop-up shop in Kentlands in 2015, My Big Finds is a community-focused business aiming to give back to our community, celebrate small business, fair trade and vintage styles, and mixing new and unique pieces. My Big Finds is also a sponsor or organizer of numerous Kentlands events such as the Kentlands/Lakelands Tree Lighting, the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K, Kentlands Under the Lights, Oktoberfest, and more.
Small businesses are the cornerstones of most communities. My employees and I look forward to welcoming you in to My Big Finds and thank you for shopping small!
Oct
13
11:00 AM11:00
My Big Finds: Open Book Chocolates Pop-Up | October 2024
Open Book Chocolates will be having a “Pop-Up” event at My Big Finds in Kentlands (Gaithersburg, Maryland).
Stop in Sunday, October 13th to sample these artisanal, handmade, and bean-to-bar, literary-inspired chocolate bars!
For more information about this event, please visit mybigfinds.com.
About My Big Finds
Starting as a pop-up shop in Kentlands in 2015, My Big Finds is a community-focused business aiming to give back to our community, celebrate small business, fair trade and vintage styles, and mixing new and unique pieces. My Big Finds is also a sponsor or organizer of numerous Kentlands events such as the Kentlands/Lakelands Tree Lighting, the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K, Kentlands Under the Lights, Oktoberfest, and more.
Small businesses are the cornerstones of most communities. My employees and I look forward to welcoming you in to My Big Finds and thank you for shopping small!
This pop-up coincides with Oktoberfest!
“Dust off your dirndl, grab your lederhosen and get ready to Prost! The City presents the 31st annual celebration of Oktoberfest on Sunday, October 13, 2024, from noon to 5 p.m. The festival takes place in and around the Arts Barn, Kentlands Mansion, Kentlands Village Green and along Main Street and Inspiration Lane. Admission and parking are free. Free wheelchair accessible shuttle service will run regularly during festival hours to and from satellite parking at 101 Orchard Ridge Drive, just off of Quince Orchard Road.
Experience a taste of Germany right in your own backyard with performances by the ever-popular Alte Kameraden German Band and Alt-Washingtonia Bavarian Dancers. Savor traditional festival food while enjoying selections from local breweries, including Festival Partners Lone Oak Farm Brewing Company and Saints Row Brewing, as well as Clear Skies Meadery, Waredaca, Grape Escape, Two Story Chimney Ciderworks, and Silly Yak Beer. Also available this year is non-alcoholic beer for sale by Sobar.”
Oct
6
11:00 AM11:00
Annapolis First Sunday Arts Festival | October 2024
Where Community and Arts Fuse
Over 100 Vendors | Live Entertainment | Café Dining
A monthly (May to November) street festival on the first Sunday of the month featuring 130 local and regional artisans, live music and café dining.
Inner West Street Association is the proud sponsor of Maryland's premier art festival. From May through November, thousands of visitors enjoy shopping along beautiful West Street in downtown historic Annapolis.
For more information about this event, please visit innerweststreetannapolis.com/first-sunday-arts-festivals.
Sep
28
12:00 PM12:00
Gluten Free Expo at B.C. Brewery
Join us for a Gluten Free Expo at B.C. Brewery featuring a selection of great gluten free vendors and of course BCB gluten free beers, ciders, cocktails and food. You can enjoy the day sipping, shopping and sampling from the vendors while you hang out in the taproom. Play some cornhole, darts or just sip and relax this day is for us to celebrate all the amazing gluten free businesses we know.
Join us on Saturday, September 28th for our second annual Gluten Free Expo! We will have 20+ great vendors onsite serving up exclusive gluten free goods and services. Plus our kitchen will be exclusively gluten free during the event and we will have a great selection of gluten free beers, wines, cocktails and cider available for sampling, sipping by the glass and to take home in 6packs!
For more information about this event, please visit bcbrewerymd.com/gluten-free-expo.
Sep
21
10:00 AM10:00
Fall Market at The Family Room: Saturday, September 21st, 2024
The Market at The Family Room is back for another season at our little shop around the corner! Featuring local Makers, Crowers, Artists & Musicians.
For more information about this event, please visit thefamilyroomlaytonsville.com/themarket.
Sep
3
to Oct 2
Kickstarter 2024: Frankenstein & Jolabokaflod (Yule Book Flood)
Our two newest flavors — Frankenstein (Raspberries and Icelandic Lava Salt in Dark Chocolate with Milk) & Jolabokaflod Icelandic Yule Book Flood (Candied Orange, Cinnamon, and Clove in Dark Chocolate) — are coming to Kickstarter!
Launching on Tuesday, September 3rd and ending on Wednesday, October 2nd.
Please Note: Our online store will be closed for the duration of the Kickstarter campaign. You can access all our chocolate bar flavors as backer rewards via Kickstarter. Once the Kickstarter campaign is finished, we will reopen our online store.
May
12
11:00 AM11:00
Mobtown Brewing Co. Mother's Day Market
Save the date and hang with us at MOMtown!
Join us on May 12th for our Momtown Mother’s Day Market. Discover local treasures, good vibes, and capture Insta-worthy moments with Alexis Manning’s mommy & me photo sessions. Secure your spot now!
For more information about this event, please visit mobtownbrewing.com.
May
11
11:00 AM11:00
Locally Crafted 2024 Spring Makers Market
Located at Rio Lakefront, Gaithersburg: Grand Corner Avenue between Dick’s & Target.
50+ Local Artisan Vendors
Live music
Rain or Shine
Locally Crafted is a retail store exclusively carrying artisan and hand-crafted goods created by local makers from in and around Maryland.
For more information about this event, please visit locallycraftedshop.com.
May
4
12:00 PM12:00
Blair Fair 2024
Free Event! Rain or Shine!
Join us for Blair Fair at Montgomery Blair High School in Silver Spring, Maryland. This exciting event will bring together people from all walks of life for a day of fun, food, and festivities. Come enjoy the arts, shop local vendors, and get a taste of the best food trucks around the DMV. Whether you're a student, parent, or community member, there's something for everyone at Blair Fair.
May
3
12:00 PM12:00
The Maker’s Valley Mother’s Day Pop Up Shop
A three day pop up shop featuring handmade local artisans — from jewelry to sweet treats. Make mom or a special one a Mother’s Day card with our DIY card station! Get a picture clicked in front of our Mother’s Day backdrop, even better get an aura photo taken together!! So much to do at our shop for three days, do come visit and support local.
This event is Friday, May 3rd through Sunday, May 5th.
Open Book Chocolates will be at this event FRIDAY ONLY!
14 vendors per day inside a rented space at Downtown Crown (located between Ideal Image and Bath & Body Works) in Gaithersburg, Maryland.
For more information about this event, please click here: The Maker’s Valley on Facebook.
Apr
28
11:00 AM11:00
My Big Finds: Open Book Chocolates Pop-Up | April 2024
Open Book Chocolates will be having a “Pop-Up” event at My Big Finds in Kentlands (Gaithersburg, Maryland).
Stop in Sunday, April 28th from 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM to sample these artisanal, handmade, and bean-to-bar, literary-inspired chocolate bars!
About My Big Finds
Starting as a pop-up shop in Kentlands in 2015, My Big Finds is a community-focused business aiming to give back to our community, celebrate small business, fair trade and vintage styles, and mixing new and unique pieces. My Big Finds is also a sponsor or organizer of numerous Kentlands events such as the Kentlands/Lakelands Tree Lighting, the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K, Kentlands Under the Lights, Oktoberfest, and more.
Small businesses are the cornerstones of most communities. My employees and I look forward to welcoming you in to My Big Finds and thank you for shopping small!
For more information about this event, please visit mybigfinds.com.
Apr
27
2:00 PM14:00
Annapolis Book Lovers Expo
The Annapolis Book Lovers Expo presents a dynamic four-hour live showcase, spotlighting regional authors across diverse genres suitable for all age groups.
An interactive community gathering and vendor marketplace celebrating regional authors and their works. The Expo will bring together writers, readers, educators, students, editors, and publishers of contemporary creative writing.
Guests can attend for free and will enjoy author presentations, masterclass sessions for aspiring writers, book signings, kid's activities, promotional giveaways and much more!
Join us for this vibrant community gathering and vendor marketplace dedicated to honoring regional authors and their books. Explore this four-hour live book expo featuring 40 local authors presenting books across various genres suitable for all ages. Enjoy:
Connecting with 40 amazing authors.
Coaching for aspiring writers
Book Signings
Storytelling
Kid's Activities
Promotional Giveaways
...and much more!
This event is free to attend and open to the public.
For more information about this event, please click here: thebookbutler.com/able.
Apr
21
11:00 AM11:00
Kensington Day of the Book Festival 2024
17th annual Kensington Day of the Book Festival
The Kensington Day of the Book Festival is a family friendly street festival, held rain or shine, spanning three blocks of Howard Avenue in the heart of historic Kensington. Come meet authors, poets, literary and community organizations. Live music on a few stages, special guest speakers, poetry readings, cookbook demos, children’s program, and much more. Not your average book festival! Now in its 17th year, this festival offers something for everyone!
For more information about this event, please visit dayofthebook.com.
Apr
20
11:00 AM11:00
Tell-Tale Steampunk Festival 2024
Attend the annual Tell-Tale Steampunk Festival, located in North Baltimore County/Owings Mills/Pikesville area about 20 minutes north of Baltimore City. Best described as an alternative history of the Victorian era with emphasis on creativity, you’ll find authors, workshops, and panel discussions in a family friendly atmosphere. Try Tea Dueling, enter costume/regalia competitions, bid in the silent auction and enjoy evening musical entertainment. A roomful of vendors will tempt you with artisan wares from some of the best in the mid-Atlantic area.
The game is afoot...
This year’s theme is based off of the writings of Sir Author Conan Doyle. Best known for his fictional character, Sherlock Holmes. Doyle was a prolific writer; other than Holmes stories, his works include fantasy and science fiction stories about Professor Challenger, and humorous stories about the Napoleonic soldier Brigadier Gerard, as well as plays, romances, poetry, non-fiction, and historical novels.
For more information about this event, please visit telltalesteampunk.com.
Dec
8
to Dec 10
Locally Crafted: Three-day Indoor Holiday Market at Rio 2023
Friday, December 8th, 2023: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm.
Saturday, December 9th, 2023: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
Sunday, December 10th, 2023: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm.
For more information about this event, please visit locallycraftedshop.com.
Dec
3
11:00 AM11:00
Annapolis Chocolate Binge Festival 2023
TICKETS ARE $5 AND FREE ADMISSION TO AGES 12 AND UNDER
Ticket Sales will start on October 1, 2023
AN AWARD-WINNING FESTIVAL BROUGHT TO YOU ONCE AGAIN BY THE INNER WEST STREET ASSOCIATION
The Inner West Street Association brings you the popular Annapolis Chocolate Binge Festival to downtown Annapolis for the holidays. Held on December 3rd from 11am to 5 pm on the first block of West Street. Annapolis Chocolate Binge Festival features family-friendly entertainment, chocolate and more chocolate, holiday shopping, and the festive West Street Holiday Light Canopy. Events this year include a Chocolate Gingerbread Decorating Contest, Willy Wonka, Oompa Loompa's, Santa, Elfie, live music and more.
For more information, please visit innerweststreetannapolis.com/annapolis-chocolate-binge-festival.
Dec
1
to Dec 2
Resurrection Catholic Church Burtonsville | Winterfest & Craft Show
Friday, December 1st: 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Saturday, December 2nd: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Over 75 Crafters & Vendors | Homemade Goodies | Food & Dinner Specialities from the Knights of Columbus #9808 | Entertainment | Raffles | Santa’s Treasure chest & Santa too! | Music & Much More!
The parish’s major fundraiser of the year.
FREE ADMISSION
The parish’s major fundraiser of the year the Winterfest and Craft Fair will be held Friday, December 1, 2023 from 3:00-8:00 pm and Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 9:00-3:00 pm. The 2-day event is held in the Amadeo Room and the Parish Life Center.
More than 70 crafters and vendors participate and sell a wide variety of items including jewelry, candles, handcrafted purses, hand-crocheted items, hand-sewn totes, table runners and placemats, and floral arrangements, to name a few. Resurrection tables offer homemade baked goods, wine, and White House Christmas Ornaments.
Nov
9
7:00 PM19:00
St. Patrick's Christmas Market Sip & Shop
Start your holiday shopping early at St. Pat’s Annual Sip and Shop which takes place on Thursday, November 9th from 7:00 p.m. to 10 p.m.!
Silent Auction | Food Trucks | Speciality Spirits from Local Vendors
We have a wide variety of 30+ vendors selling jewelry, personalized items, clothing, hostess gifts, artwork, sweets, holiday decorations and much more to make your shopping super experience easy – this is an event you won’t want to miss!
Oct
21
10:00 AM10:00
The Market at The Family Room: Saturday, October 21st, 2023
The Market at The Family Room is back for another season at our little shop around the corner! We are thrilled to bring local Makers, Growers, Artists & Musicians to our Laytonsville community again this year!
Oct
7
to Oct 8
DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival 2023
Saturday, October 7th 2023
9:00 am ~ 5:00 pm
Sunday, October 8th 2023
10:00 am ~ 4:00 pm
The top coffee shops, roasters, chocolatiers, gourmet food purveyors, and unique artisans from DC, Maryland, Virginia, and abroad will gather at the Dulles Expo Center South Hall on October 7th and 8th in Chantilly, VA, for the second annual DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival. This family-friendly event will feature over 150 vendors sampling and selling their delicious products to approximately 12,000 attendees in just 2 days!
May
13
10:00 AM10:00
The Market at The Family Room: Saturday, May 13th, 2023
The Market at The Family Room is back for another season at our little shop around the corner! We are thrilled to bring local Makers, Growers, Artists & Musicians to our Laytonsville community again this year!
Apr
23
11:00 AM11:00
16th Annual Kensington Day of the Book Festival
The Kensington Day of the Book Festival is a family friendly street festival spanning three blocks of Howard Avenue in the heart of historic Kensington. Come meet authors, poets, literary and community organizations. Live music on a few stages, special guest speakers, poetry readings, cookbook demos, children’s program, and much more. Not your average book festival! Now in its 16th year, this festival offers something for everyone!
Dec
4
11:00 AM11:00
Annapolis Chocolate Binge Festival
ONLINE TICKET SALES START MID SEPTEMBER
FREE ADMISSION TO AGES 10 AND UNDER
AN AWARD-WINNING FESTIVAL BROUGHT TO YOU ONCE AGAIN BY THE INNER WEST STREET ASSOCIATION
The Inner West Street Association brings you the popular Annapolis Chocolate Binge Festival to downtown Annapolis for the holidays. Held on the first Sunday of December from 11 pm to 5 pm on the first block of West Street we have the Annapolis Chocolate Binge Festival, featuring family-friendly entertainment, chocolate, holiday shopping, and the festive West Street Holiday Light Canopy.
For more information, please visit annapolischocolatebingefestival.com.
Nov
21
9:00 AM09:00
Holiday Market at The Family Room
CANCELLED!
Join us for a Holiday Market at The Family Room to shop with our local Maryland Makers & enjoy the festivities of the season.
We will be closely following all outdoor market guidelines currently in place for Montgomery County in order to create a safe, responsible, and fun environment for all of our shoppers and vendors!