Jump into May with these spectacular spring events, from farmers markets and a day on the waterfront to a peaceful stroll or mindfulness session in nature.
Spring Field Market
May 10 & 24, 9 a.m. – noon | Wildberry Farm + Market
1047 St. Stephens Church Road, Crownsville, MD 21054
Enjoy a hot breakfast and coffee as you browse dozens of local small businesses at this outdoor market on the farm. Leashed dogs are allowed.
Free | wildberryfarmmarket.com
River Days Festival
May 17, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
647 Contees Wharf Road, Edgewater, MD 21037
Calling all water lovers! Join Anne Arundel County for a family-fun, educational day for all ages at the waterfront. Enjoy boat rides, live music, food trucks, games, crafts, face painting, environmental education and more.
Free | aacounty.org
Spring Craft & Vendor Fair
May 17, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Town Center Markets
8 Central Ave., Unit A, Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Shop from local artisans and vendors this spring at Town Center Markets, a year-round marketplace. Find handmade goods, jewelry, home decor, art, baked goods and more.
Free | facebook.com/events/1427551525091906
Bird Walk
May 19, 8-10:30 a.m. | Quiet Waters Park
600 Quiet Waters Park Road, Annapolis, MD 21403
Take a morning stroll through the forest, woods, fields, wetlands and native plant garden of Quiet Waters Park as you listen to the sounds of nature and bird calls. Meet at the South River Overlook parking lot.
Free | aacounty.org
Mindfulness in Nature
May 20, 2:30-4 p.m. | Brooklyn Park Library
1 East 11th Ave., Baltimore, MD 21225
Participate in a mindfulness session in nature, an opportunity to explore the greenery and garden outside the library while using our senses to intentionally experience nature and the world around us; for kids ages 0 to 10
Free | aacpl.net
Preschool Explorers: Bees & Wasps
May 21, 10-11:30 a.m. | Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
1361 Wrighton Road, Lothian, MD 20711
Get the little ones outside and exploring with this interactive nature-oriented opportunity. Enjoy a story time, and then head outdoors for movement and exploration before doing a fun craft or hands-on activity. The theme of this event is “don’t fear our friends,” all about bees and wasps; for ages 3 to 5
$10/child | jugbay.org
Family Day at the Park
May 31 | Downs Park
8311 John Downs Loop, Pasadena, MD 21122
Ride a pony, jump on a moon bounce, see animals, meet local first responders and more during this family-friendly fun day at the park. Eat at a variety of food trucks and get to know some local businesses and nonprofit organizations in the neighborhood.
Free | aacounty.org
