Happy Independence Day weekend! Make the most of your long weekend at these family-friendly events in the Chesapeake, including a birthday celebration for Calvert County and a patriotic parade!
1st Annual Calvert County’s Birthday Bash
July 3, 10 a.m. | Saint Leonard, MD
Celebrate Calvert County’s birthday at this inaugural event at Buehler’s Marketplace, featuring a vendor fair and other fun activities
Free | sites.google.com/view/buehlersmarketplace/home
Annual Independence Day Parade – America’s 250th Anniversary
July 4, 10 a.m.-noon | Severna Park, MD
Severna Park’s annual Fourth of July parade at the Greater Severna Park and Arnold Chamber of Commerce features floats and performances from community organizations in the area. Attendees can decorate their own bikes to participate in the parade or compete in the decorated bike contest.
Free | tinyurl.com/2026IndependenceDayParade
Big Band Night at CBMM
July 5, 6-10 p.m. | St. Michaels, MD
The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is celebrating Independence Day with a big band concert performed by The Shades of Blue Orchestra on the waterfront. Food, beverages and ice cream will be available for purchase, and attendees can also bring their own food and drinks.
$5-$12, free for children ages 5 and younger | cbmm.org
