Summer Vibes: August Festivals in Baltimore County and Beyond

Baltimore County comes alive in August with these seven festivals, showcasing the creativity, industry, and agriculture of the area with music, art, culinary delights, and more fun activities.

Aug. 2-4

Artscape

Baltimore City

Looking for free things to do? Get ready for a weekend of stunning visual and performing arts, music, and culinary experiences at America’s largest free arts festival, held annually in Baltimore City. Stroll exhibitions, groove away at concerts, and get involved in games and hands-on workshops.

 

Aug. 3-4

Peach and Blackberry Festival

Weber’s Cider Mill Farm

If rural festivals are more your style, visit Weber’s to celebrate the summer harvest of fresh peaches and blackberries. Enjoy fresh local fruit, take a barrel train ride, meet some barnyard friends, and more!

 

Aug. 3

Beer From Here Festival

Guinness Open Gate Brewery

Quench your thirst for local craft beers at this tasting festival, featuring over 30 local breweries, food pairings, and live entertainment.

 

Aug. 9-10

Overlea ArtsFest

Northeast Baltimore

Join the historic community of Overlea for their annual arts festival, filled with events around the neighborhood celebrating and supporting visionary creatives. Weekend activities include juried art shows, craft vendors, films, live music, and workshops for all ages.

 

Aug. 10

Hot August Music Festival

Oregon Ridge Park

Music lovers are invited to this vibrant festival where national and regional artists fill the summer air with rock, folk, blues, and more.

 

Aug. 22-25

Maryland State Fair

Timonium

Carnival rides, live music, horse racing, shopping, and so much more await visitors to the Maryland State Fairgrounds. New this year, dog and yoga lovers can enjoy both at puppy yoga!

 

Aug. 24

Music City Maryland Festival

Catonsville

Discover your new favorite band or musician at this annual community festival, showcasing local talent from 14 bands on three stages, plus food trucks and art vendors.

 

Look no further for fun weekend activities in Baltimore County this August. Make lasting memories with family and friends, old and new, at these lively festivals, and discover what makes each part of the county special.

Check festival websites for tickets and more info.

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