Holiday Parking & Midnight Madness
2018-11-23 - 2019-01-01 | Downtown Annapolis, Annapolis, MD, United States
Visit Downtown Annapolis for holiday shopping starting on Black Friday and throughout the season. Many local stores will be running holiday promotions and events including “Midnight Madness Holiday Shopping,” a community block party on December 6, 13, 20 that runs from 6 p.m. – midnight. Customers can shop all night long while enjoying special musical performances, food, and refreshments.
To better accommodate shoppers during the holiday season and for Midnight Madness, the City of Annapolis is offering special holiday parking and extra service on the Circulator. Refer below for details.
*Please note: Parking will be in demand during this busy holiday season. The City highly recommends shoppers and visitors to reserve parking at the Noah Hillman, Gott’s, and Knighton garages for a guaranteed spot.
Metered Parking
Metered parking is free for up to three hours per day. This runs from Black Friday through New Years Day. Officers on foot will be managing enforcement of overstays and loading zones.
Off-Street Parking
Additional parking is available at the following lots and garages. Pre-purchase parking to guarantee your spot!

OFF-STREET PARKING

Noah Hillman Garage
150 Gorman Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
Parking Rates:
1 hour or less: $2
1-2 hours: $5
3 hours: $8
4 hours: $11
5-6 hours: $16
7 or more hours: $20
Sunday 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.: FREE
BUY DAILY PARKING

Gott’s Court Garage
25 Northwest Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
Parking Rates:
Thurs 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.: $5
BUY DAILY PARKING

Knighton Garage
1a Colonial Ave
Annapolis, MD 21401
Parking Rates:
Thurs 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.: $5
BUY DAILY PARKING

Calvert Street Garage
19 St Johns St
Annapolis, MD 21401
Parking Rates:
Mon-Fri. 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. : FREE
All day on weekends: FREE

Circulator
The circulator will operate as normal with the exception of Thursdays (December 6, 8 & 20) for Midnight Madness. A second Circulator will run from 4pm to 12am on the new route that includes the State Garage on St. Johns Street and also includes a stop at North Street & State Circle, just steps to Maryland Avenue. Click here to track the Circulator in real-time on your computer or mobile device.
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4th of July Fireworks in Historic Annapolis
2019-07-04 21:15 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Annapolis City Dock, Dock St, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
The City of Annapolis will be hosting its annual 4th of July fireworks display at the Annapolis Harbor. The fireworks will take place at 9:15 p.m, with the best views located Northeast of the Severn River, at City Dock, along the Naval Academy Bridge, and at any of the street-end parks facing Spa Creek. WRNR will host and broadcast live from the event, and play a patriotic montage of music to accompany the dazzling fireworks display.
Parking Availability
Due to heavy traffic and large attendance, local garages may fill up early. Therefore, the city will also provide shuttle service from the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium (Gate 5) to Lawyers Mall from 5 p.m. to midnight. The shuttle will charge $1 per ride for adults with children 12 and under riding free of charge. Here is a list of parking options in the area:

Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium
Park Place Garage – One Park Place
Knighton Garage – 1A Colonial Avenue
Bladen Street Garage – 9 St. John’s Street
Gotts Garage – 250 Northwest Street
Whitmore Garage – 25 Clay Street

Reserve Parking
Book online to reserve a guaranteed parking space for the fireworks display. Pre-paid parking is available for $30 at the Hillman Garage. Reserve your space today!
BUY PARKING
Parking Restrictions
Beginning at 4 p.m. and extending until about 10:30 p.m., parking will be prohibited and violators may be towed from the following areas:

City Dock
Main Street
Randall Street
Market Space
Both sides of Severn Avenue between First and Burnside Streets
East side of First, Second and Third Streets between Severn and Chester Avenues
South side of Chesapeake and Chester Avenues between Riverview Avenue and Burnside Street
Bay Ridge Avenue between Sixth and Burnside Streets
Bembe Beach Road from Awald Road to end

Road Restrictions & Closures
In Eastport, vehicular traffic into the north side of the Eastport Peninsula will be restricted between 6 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Pedestrian traffic will be permitted. Roadblocks will be set up at 6 p.m. at Sixth Street and Severn Avenue denying access to downtown via the Spa Creek Bridge.
Prince George Street will be posted “Resident Only Parking” from Craig Street to Maryland Avenue from 2 p.m. to midnight. East Street will be posted “Resident Only Parking” from Prince George Street to King George Street from 2 p.m. to midnight. Randall Street will be posted “Resident Only Parking” from Prince George Street to King George Street from 2 p.m. to midnight.
Vehicular traffic will be denied access to the downtown area beginning at 5 p.m. until approximately 10:30 p.m. Road blocks will also be set up in the following locations:

King George Street and College Avenue
Prince George Street and College Avenue
North Street and College Avenue
Church Circle and Main Street
Duke of Gloucester Street at Conduit Street, at Green Street, at St. Mary’s Street and at Compromise Street

Traffic will be allowed to flow down Duke of Gloucester Street from Church Circle and into Eastport via one lane (not into downtown Annapolis) until 9 p.m. At that time, the Spa Creek Bridge will be closed and Duke of Gloucester Street will be closed to ensure pedestrian safety and to facilitate the movement of foot traffic leaving the area after the fireworks display.

Annapolis Boat Shows
2019-10-03 - 2019-10-14 | MD, United States
2019 October Boat Shows
United States Powerboat Show
The United States Powerboat Show will be held on October 3-6. Talk to industry representatives and shop from all major powerboat manufacturers. The show is the best place to purchase boating supplies, navigation equipment, fishing gear, clothing, and marine accessories. Enjoy a weekend full of exhibiting, shopping, food, and live entertainment.
United States Sailboat Show
The United States Sailboat Show opens the following weekend on October 10-14. Nicknamed the granddaddy of all sailboat shows, the event will allow show goers the opportunity to board and inspect new models from virtually every major sailboat manufacturer, make side-by-side comparisons, talk to industry representatives, shop, and enjoy live entertainment.
Reserve Parking for the Annapolis Boat Shows
Due to the event’s popularity, parking will be limited. The City of Annapolis is encouraging visitors to reserve parking in advance. Premium pre-paid parking is available at the Hillman Garage. Reserved spaces are located on the lower level of the garage, and can be entered via the Gorman Street entrance. The reserved parking rate is $30 per day (expires at Midnight). Reserve your parking today for a guaranteed space!
Reserve Parking

St. Patrick's Day Parade
2020-03-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Park Place, 100 Westgate Cir, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Now celebrating its eighth year, the annual Annapolis St. Patrick’s Day Parade will take place on March 8th. This year’s parade will benefit the Warrior Events and Annapolis Police Foundation. The parade will begin at 1:00 p.m near Park Place, with participants lining up along Amos Garrett Blvd. From there, the parade will travel down West Street to Church Circle, go around the circle to Main Street, continue down Main Street, and end at City Dock.

Annapolis Cup Croquet Match
2020-03-09 08:00 - 17:00 | St. John’s College, 60 College Avenue, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
The Annapolis Cup Croque Match is a community-wide event that takes place each spring between St. John’s College and the U.S. Naval Academy. The two schools attract thousands of people on the front lawn of St. John’s for a festive lawn party complete with costumes, picnics, swing dancing, and a croquet competition.

Maryland Day
2020-03-20 - 2020-03-22 | Downtown Annapolis, Annapolis, MD, United States
Maryland Day commemorates the formal founding of the colony of Maryland in 1633, and is a celebration of the local history, culture and heritage of the region. On March 20-22, over 20 locations will either open for free or for just $1, allowing visitors affordable reasons to experience Annapolis and southern Anne Arundel County.

Annapolis Oyster Roast & Sock Burning
2020-03-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Annapolis Maritime Museum, 723 2nd St, Annapolis, MD, 21403, United States
Shed yourself of winter and celebrate spring at the annual Annapolis Oyster Roast & Sock Burning. At the beginning of boating season each March, Annapolitans gather to burn their winter socks, shuck oysters, and enjoy live music. Fun activities are offered at the festival, including electric boat tours of Back Creek.

Annapolis Film Festival
2020-03-26 - 2020-03-29 | Downtown Annapolis, Annapolis, MD, United States
The Annapolis Film Festival was established in 2013 as a place for filmmakers to showcase different global perspectives and independent thought to a wide audience. The festival showcases more than 70 films annually.

Maryland Avenue Earth Day Fest
2020-04-01 | State Circle Annapolis, Annapolis, MD, United States
The annual Maryland Avenue Earth Day Festival features antiques, arts, and crafts. The event is held in the historic district of downtown Annapolis between the State House/State Circle and the United States Naval Academy.

Annual City of Annapolis Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Parade
2020-04-04 | Annapolis City Dock, Dock St, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Honor the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the 6th Annual City of Annapolis Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Parade. Businesses from all over Maryland will converge in Downtown Annapolis and parade from Amos Garrett’s Blvd down West St then Main St to City Dock.

2020 Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show
2020-04-24 - 2020-04-26 | Annapolis, MD, United States
See sailboats on display in the water and on land at the 2020 Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show. In addition to the sailboats, the show also has the latest in navigational equipment, high-tech electronics, inflatables, boating accessories, clothing, gear, and related services.

May Day
2020-05-01 | Downtown Annapolis, Annapolis, MD, United States
On May 1, the doors of homes and businesses are adorned with baskets full of fresh-cut flowers and colorful ribbons to compete for winning ribbons and an invitation to the Garden Club’s Annual Tea.

First Sunday Arts Festival
2020-05-03 11:00 - 17:00, 2020-06-07 11:00 - 17:00 | Calvert & West Streets, Annapolis, MD, United States
Shop with over 130 artists on the first Sunday of each month May through November in downtown Annapolis Maryland from 11am to 5pm except November which is 11am to 4pm.

William Paca Garden Plant Sale
2020-05-09 10:00 - 2020-05-10 16:00, 2020-05-10 12:00 - 16:00 | Annapolis, MD, United States
HA volunteers personally raise over 8,000 plants for this annual plant sale. Purchase perennials, annuals, trees, vines, and vegetables for your home or garden to support programs at the William Paca Garden.

Commissioning Week
2020-05-15 - 2020-05-22 | United States Naval Academy, 121 Blake Road, Annapolis, MD, 21402, United States
Commissioning Week honors the First Class Midshipmen upon completion of four years at Naval Academy. Parents, family members, and guests are invited to attend a series of events at the Naval Academy to honor the graduates, including the Blue Angels Flight Demonstration, Color Parade, special awards ceremonies, and musical performances.

USNA Class of 2020 Graduation
2020-05-22 10:00 - 13:00 | United States Naval Academy, 121 Blake Road, Annapolis, MD, 21402, United States
Celebrate the Class of 2020 at the United States Naval Academy graduation. The celebration will take place at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

Memorial Day Parade
2020-05-25 10:00 - 12:00 | City Dock, Annapolis, MD, United States
Each year, the city of Annapolis pays tribute to men and women who have sacrificed themselves for the country with a Memorial Day Parade and Memorial Day Ceremony. The parade kicks off at 10 a.m. at Amos Garrett Blvd and marches down West Street to Church Circle and down Main Street to City Dock. It is followed by the Memorial Day Ceremony at Susan Campbell Park.

Dinner Under the Stars
2020-05-27 18:00 - 22:00, 2020-06-03 18:00 - 22:00, 2020-06-10 18:00 - 22:00, 2020-06-17 18:00 - 22:00, 2020-06-24 18:00 - 22:00, 2020-07-01 18:00 - 22:00 | West Street, Annapolis, MD, United States
This summer, spend Wednesday evenings dining, dancing, and listening to live music at Dinner Under the Stars. Enjoy international and hometown flavors at participating restaurants, or enjoy fun activities such as learning how to paint during Dinner Under the Stars at Wine & Design or a game room challenge at Mission Escape.

Naptown Half Marathon & 10K/5K
2020-05-30 07:00 - 17:00 | Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis, MD, United States
At the Naptown Half Marathon & 10K/5K, runners can choose to run the CapX Solutions Half Marathon, 10K, or Wynn Point 5K through Annapolis and into Anne Arundel County. The race starts and finishes at Navy Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and proceeds from the race will benefit several local charities.

The Hammond-Harwood House Secret Garden Tour
2020-06-06 12:00 - 17:00, 2020-06-07 12:00 - 17:00 | Hammond-Harwood House, Annapolis, MD, United States
On the first weekend of June each year, the Hammond-Harwood House organizes the Secret Garden Tour. The gardens on this tour are hidden gems tucked behind private fences, in backyards, or down alleyways. Each garden is different and reflects the garden owner’s desire for beauty and a calm place to relax.

Paint Annapolis 2020
2020-06-07 - 2020-06-14 | Annapolis, MD, United States
Paint Annapolis is a week-long juried plein air painting competition that brings plein air painters from around the world to Annapolis. The event is designed for artists to explore the colonial architecture, marine atmosphere, and overall energy of the city. Awards for participating artists total $15,000.

Race Across America
2020-06-16 - 2020-06-30 | City Dock, Annapolis, MD, United States
Race Across America is the world’s toughest bicycle race. The race starts in Oceanside, California at the Oceanside Pier and ends in Annapolis, Maryland at the City Dock.
