Author: Tammy Cohee

Positive Strides Therapeutic Riding Center invites cyclists to its 13th Annual Spring Classic Bike Tour on April 11, 2026, in support of its mission to build confidence, self-esteem and a sense of accomplishment for children and adults with physical, cognitive and emotional challenges.

Get out of the cold and join us for a class where you learn to prepare some delicious courses. We will pair amazing Italian wines with each course. If you have been to our cooking events, you know the food is always fabulous and pairs well with the wines for a fun and educational experience. You will receive the recipes and can purchase the food ingredients and the wine served in the shop at a special discount to recreate this great meal. Seating is limited in the 2 sessions, the sessions are at Noon and 2pm.

The region’s unique artistic style will take the spotlight when the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum hosts the Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival on April 18-19.

The 8th annual St. Michaels Chocolate Fest returns on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 11am to 4pm. Visitors can stroll through town and purchase tasting samples from over thirty participating businesses including limited-edition, chocolate-inspired dishes, desserts, and artisan confections.

The Blessing of the Fleet ceremony is an age-old tradition typically held in the Spring when watermen are preparing for the opening of a new season. Local watermen bring their boats to the harbor, and local clergy will gather together with the watermen’s community to pray for a blessing of safety and prosperity for the upcoming crab, clam and fishing seasons. They will also pray a blessing of safety for all those who pass through the waters of the Bay Hundred region during the recreational boating season. The blowing of the Shofar has become a tradition at the ceremony and the Bay Hundred Men will join us in song.

Easton will celebrate its community and Irish heritage once again during the Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 17th. The festivities include the parade at 5:30pm and the popular St. Patrick’s Day Potato Races right after the parade. Many businesses and organizations will decorate golf carts to show their Irish spirit and decorating skills. Judges will also vote for the Best Decorated Cart trophy.

The Easton EDC is thrilled to announce Chesapeake Fire & Ice, presented by Preston Automotive Group, a two-day spectacular family-friendly ice carving festival on Friday, February 20th & Saturday, February 21st, 2026.