Here are six more August events that will get the whole family out of the house and having fun. Enjoy live music and learn about different cultures at the African Heritage Festival, see photos from around the world or jam out to rock ‘n’ roll at a summer concert in Chesapeake Beach. And you won’t want to miss the opening weekend of the Maryland Renaissance Festival!
National Night Out
Aug. 6, 6-8 p.m.
10th Avenue Ballpark
320 10th Ave., Brooklyn Park, MD 212245
At the North County National Night Out, police, fire and county service professionals visit with community members and share free food, games and prizes.
Free | aacounty.org
Flower Happy Hour
Aug. 9, 6:30-8 p.m.
Historic London Town and Gardens
839 Londontown Road, Edgewater, MD 21037
Parents can spend an evening in the woodland gardens to create a floral arrangement for their home. Drink tickets include choice of beer, wine or sangria to enjoy in the scenic setting.
$30-$37 | historiclondontown.org
Rock the Dock: High Voltage (AC/DC tribute)
Aug. 15, 7-10 p.m.
The Bandshell at Rod ‘N’ Reel Resort
4160 Mears Ave., Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732
A Baltimore-based AC/DC tribute band takes the stage in Chesapeake Beach for a summer concert of rock and roll hits for the whole family; food and drink for purchase at the Boardwalk Cafe.
$15 | rnrresortmd.com/concerts-events
African Heritage Festival
Aug. 24, noon – 6 p.m.
Laurel Race Track
198 Laurel Race Track, Laurel, MD 20725
Explore African heritage and celebrate diversity as a family with this kid-friendly festival featuring performances, a food market, retail vendors and a DJ; rain date Sept. 7
Free | adaonline.org video available on YouTube
Maryland Renaissance Festival
Aug. 24 & 25, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Revel Grove | 1821 Crownsville Road, Annapolis, MD 21401
Each season, the Renaissance village of Revel Grove opens to visitors who want to experience the revelry, nosh and amusements of 16th century England. Families can enjoy festive performances and kid-friendly games at the faire through late October.
$14-$32 single tickets; younger than 7 free | rennfest.com
World Photography Day exhibit
Aug. 29, 6-8 p.m.
Hal Gomer Gallery – Chesapeake Arts Center
194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225
A reception will showcase an exhibit open Aug. 10 to Sept. 5 in celebration of World Photography Day Aug. 19. Learn about different cultures and point of view through a global camera lens.
Free | chesapeakearts.org
