Spring into Festivities

Celebrate the blooming of a new season and embrace the renewal of community at any of Baltimore County’s spring festivals this April and May.

 

Spring Festival – Middle River

Marshy Point Nature Center | Saturday, April 12th | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

An occasion to celebrate the season at Baltimore County’s waterfront nature center with live music, vendors, and family-themed activities. Free for all ages.

 

Royal Rabbit Spring Fairy Market – Parkton

Royal Rabbit Vineyards | Saturday, April 19^th | 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Hop over to Parkton for flights of wine, wonderful craft vendors, fairy dancers, and live music! Kids 10 and under are free. General admission prices range up to $28.52.

 

Boordy Vineyards Spring Festival – Hydes

Boordy Vineyards | Saturday, April 19^th | 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

In collaboration with The Maker’s Valley, Boordy Vineyards invites you to join their free spring festival. Grab a bottle of wine or a tasting flight and spread out along the lawn, patio, courtyard, or climate-controlled barn. More than 35 artisan vendors, live music, and food from local restaurants will be there to complete your Saturday in the country.

 

Foodie Fest – Catonsville

The Vortex at CAA Park | Saturday, April 26^th | 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The food competition festival features local restaurants and food trucks battling it out in a meat lovers contest. Participants will be judged on 4 categories: wings, ribs, chili, and brisket. Musical performances, local vendors, and good vibes all around. Children 12 and under are free. General admission tickets start at $10.

 

Tacos ‘N Taps – Timonium

Maryland State Fairgrounds | Saturday, April 26th | GA: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Dust off that old sombrero you’ve been waiting to wear and take a trip south of the border (Timonium). The “All you care to taste beer and tequila” festival features Baltimore’s best tacos and Mexican food. Tap into over 60 craft beers, tequilas, and a dueling margarita bar. Spice up your experience by destroying your taste buds in the hot pepper eating contest, dance to a live mariachi band, and participate in fun activities and games. Ticket prices range from $25-$1500.

 

Earth Day Festival – Hunt Valley

Baltimore County Agriculture Center and Farm Park | Sunday, April 27^th | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Come celebrate Earth Day with educational demonstrations and activities, including a seed swap, plant sales, hayrides, games, vendors and animal encounters. Free for all ages.

 

May Day Faerie Fest – Essex

Rocky Point Park | Saturday, May 3^rd & Sunday, May 4^th | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Take a magical journey through a festival of wonder, wings, and whimsy. This two-day event includes four stages of live music, more than 100 craft vendors and artisans, pony rides, bubbles, magicians, fairies, goblins, and much more. Ticket prices range from $7-$40 for ages 3+.

 

Towsontown Spring Festival – Towson

Chesapeake, Pennsylvania, Washington, and Baltimore Avenues | Saturday, May 3^rd (10 a.m. to 8 p.m.) & Sunday, May 4^th (1 p.m. to 6 p.m.)

The 56^th annual Towsontown Spring festival has turned into one of the largest festivals on the east coast. Over 150,000 visitors with more than 300 vendors fill the streets of downtown Towson. Celebrate the season with live music, food trucks, beer gardens, and carnival rides. Free entry for all ages.

 

Monkton Music Festival – Monkton

Puh’tok in the Pines | Saturday, May 10^th | 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The 3^rd annual all-day music fest takes place among the pines at Camp Puh’tok. Featuring ten bands on two stages, food and drink trucks, and an artisan village. Children ages 5 and under are free. General admission prices range from $20-$60. Proceeds support school year and summer camp scholarship programs for underserved youth.

 

Music City Bluegrass and Roots Festival – Catonsville

The Vortex at CAA Park | Saturday, May 17^th | 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Come for an unforgettable 11 hours of music and fun at “Music City, Maryland”, nestled in the heart of Catonsville’s art district. Their first annual bluegrass and roots festival features a lineup of over 10 musical acts. Bring the lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the energetic, fast-tempo acoustic performances with a stunning backdrop of rolling hills and lush greenery. Children 12 and under are free. General admission prices range from $30-$40.

 

Arbutus Arts Festival – Arbutus

5407 East Drive | Sunday, May 18^th | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For 52 years strong the Arbutus Arts Festival has delighted the residents in the community of south Baltimore County and the surrounding areas. Local handmade arts and crafts, live music, beer gardens, and a kids’ corner featuring pony rides, a petting zoo, and face painting. Free for all ages.