Free events in Annapolis, MD

A community cleanup in Downtown Omaha invites volunteers to help keep the area clean, welcoming, and vibrant alongside the Clean and Green Team. Participants receive provided supplies such as gloves, trash bags, and tools, complete a brief check-in and waiver, then head out in small groups to care for nearby streets. No advance registration is required. Volunteer hour sign-offs are available after the cleanup. Held in partnership with Keep Omaha Beautiful.

A fall cleanup of the cemetery is organized by the Society of the War of 1812 in Maryland. Participants are asked to bring yard tools such as rakes, leaf rakes, loppers, or battery-powered hedge trimmers. Parking is available in front of the cemetery, additional street parking is nearby, and the nearest garages are about two blocks away.

This free, family friendly music showcase at Penn Social DC celebrates the end of the summer season with live sets by students from School of Rock DC/Cleveland Park in a professional concert setting. Expect energetic performances that highlight months of practice, teamwork, and musical growth. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. Set times will be shared closer to the event.

Enjoy a free open-air concert as part of a long-running series hosted by the Union Square Association. For over 17 years, these performances have featured Grammy-nominated musicians, internationally recognized artists, and standout regional talent in the heart of a historic neighborhood. Settle onto the lawn at Union Square Park with a blanket, a picnic, and your favorite beverages. Bring along friends, family, and well-behaved pets, then relax into an afternoon of live music in one of Baltimore’s most picturesque parks.

Kick off the week with a free, full body boot camp led by Marissa Walch along the Baltimore Peninsula waterfront. This outdoor class at Rye Street Park runs for 45 minutes and welcomes all fitness levels. Participants should bring a mat and water. In the event of inclement weather, check social media an hour beforehand for any cancellation updates. Parking options include paid street parking in the neighborhood or the 250 Mission Garage, which offers the first two hours free when you register your vehicle according to the posted signage.

This free, in-person financial education session for families, professionals, and business owners focuses on practical ways to protect income, reduce risk, and build long-term stability. It explains how life insurance and retirement strategies can safeguard loved ones and support tax-free retirement goals, presented clearly without jargon or sales pressure. Topics include affordable approaches to income protection, how tax-free retirement strategies work, common financial mistakes to avoid, and ways professionals can earn additional income through referrals and partnerships. Registration is required and seating is limited.

Enjoy free outdoor films on Linden Lawn across select summer evenings. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, get comfortable under the stars, and choose from movie style concessions with a Perry Cabin twist available for purchase. If rain arrives, the movie is presented the next evening. This season features Grease, What About Bob?, The Greatest Showman, Wedding Crashers, Some Like It Hot, The Princess Bride, Mystic Pizza, and The Sandlot. Eat Pray Love has been canceled.

Set along the waterfront in Baltimore Peninsula, this outdoor vinyasa flow led by Marissa welcomes every experience level for a 45 minute practice in Rye Street Park. Bring a mat and water. The session is free to attend. In case of inclement weather, check social media about an hour before class for a cancellation update. Paid street parking is available throughout the neighborhood, and the 250 Mission Garage offers the first two hours free when you register your vehicle according to posted signs. Hosted by Baltimore Peninsula. Please complete online registration before arriving, and first-time participants will need to sign a waiver on site.

This free, nature informed grief support program at Governor Bridge Natural Area invites participants to take walks outdoors, reflect on the turning of the seasons, and use natural materials to help hold and express feelings of loss. Registration is required by phone at 888-501-7077 or by email at griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.

Laurel Farmers Market takes place at Historic Laurel Main Street, where you can pick up what you need in central Maryland every Thursday.

This year-round market at Cult Classic offers a broad selection of foods and everyday goods. Offerings include an olive bar, grass-fed meats, eggs, sourdough breads, and cheeses, along with options to refill home and body care products.

First-Thursday karaoke brings a lively singalong vibe to Cult Classic Brewing Company as host Jimi keeps the mic circulating and the spotlight shared among performers. Admission is free, and early arrival is encouraged. The brewery offers a wide selection of house-brewed beers on tap along with fresh, from-scratch pizzas, hand-pattied burgers, jumbo wings and other pub fare for a full evening of music and fun.

Enjoy a relaxed weekend retreat centered on simple camping and easygoing company. Arrive Friday and stay through Sunday. Tent camping in the park’s camping area is free. RV and camper spots are $50 per night and are available by reservation. There is no scheduled programming and no food or beer trucks... just time to unwind with like minded folks. Bring your RV or sleep under the stars, spread out with plenty of space, and make use of the bathhouse. Use the park as a base camp to explore the Shore or settle in and relax all weekend. An October chapter meeting will take place on Saturday afternoon, followed by a potluck dinner. Please bring a covered dish to share. No bonfires are permitted and animals must be kept on a leash. If you plan to stay both nights in an RV or camper, purchase a ticket for Friday and for Saturday. Contact Marianne for more information.

Farmers Market SW brings fresh, locally sourced food from local farmers to The Wharf in collaboration with Diverse Markets DC. Located at M Street Landing, outside Pitango, Philippe Chow, and Fish Shop, it offers a simple way to support local growers and shop for fresh, locally sourced food.

Historic Stevensville hosts a community celebration of creativity with ARToberfest, filling the Stevensville Arts & Entertainment District with live music, stage performances, and a marketplace of area artists and makers. Families can expect hands-on art projects for kids, games, and pumpkin decorating, along with plenty of tasty food. The event is free to attend and welcomes all ages. It highlights the season’s festive spirit and showcases local art and culture, presented in partnership with the Stevensville Arts & Entertainment District and supported by a QAC Outside Agency Grant.

Explore nature-themed drop-in activities at the Nature Education Center, featuring fun, informal learning that encourages engagement with the natural world. There is no fee, and no registration is required. All ages are welcome.