BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Armed Forces Directory - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Armed Forces Directory
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T190000
DTSTAMP:20260723T223759
CREATED:20260721T155314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T155315Z
UID:10007440-1785429000-1785438000@www.armedforcesdirectory.org
SUMMARY:2026 SUMMER SOCIAL
DESCRIPTION:July 30\, 2026 | 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM Frisco & The Reckless Shepherd8895 McGaw Road Suite 1AColumbia\, MD 21045 \nGet ready for a summer evening that’s all about fun\, friendship\, and connection!  \nJoin us for the Howard County Chamber’s Summer Social\, where childhood summer nostalgia meets community networking. Enjoy delicious food\, refreshing drinks\, lawn games\, ice cream\, a 360° photo booth\, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow Chamber members in a relaxed\, festive atmosphere. \nCome for the fun. Stay for the connections. Make some summer memories along the way. \nRegistration\nNon-members: $95Members: $85 \n					\n									Register!
URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/2026-summer-social/
LOCATION:Frisco & The Reckless Shepherd\, 8895 McGaw Road\, Columbia\, Maryland\, 21045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fort Meade
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Screenshot-2026-07-21-Summer-Social.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Howard County Chamber":MAILTO:info@howardchamber.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T210000
DTSTAMP:20260723T223759
CREATED:20260721T195154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T195156Z
UID:10007443-1785607200-1785618000@www.armedforcesdirectory.org
SUMMARY:Candlelight Groove: Symphony & Soul
DESCRIPTION:August 1\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Gwynns Falls / Leakin Park1920 Eagle DriveBaltimore\, MD 21207 \nAs the sun sets and candlelight begins to glow\, enjoy an elevated evening featuring live soulful music\, delicious food\, refreshing drinks\, and a warm\, inviting atmosphere. Bring a blanket or lawn chair\, relax with family and friends\, and groove the night away surrounded by the beauty of the park. \nRegistration\nCouples: $15Singles: $10 \n					\n									Get Tickets!
URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/candlelight-groove-symphony-soul/
LOCATION:Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park\, 1920 Eagle Drive\, Gwynn Oak\, Maryland\, 21207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Proving Ground,Fort Meade
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Screenshot-2026-07-21-Symphony-Soul.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T230000
DTSTAMP:20260723T223759
CREATED:20260722T173522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T173523Z
UID:10007446-1785618000-1785625200@www.armedforcesdirectory.org
SUMMARY:Monsters Inc. - Wine Bin Summer Movie Nights
DESCRIPTION:August 1\, 2026 | 9:00 PM – 11:00 PMThe Wine Bin8390 Main StreetEllicott City\, MD 21043 Pack your chair or blanket\, grab your friends and head to the Bin. Come early for wine tastings in the shop beforehand and live music by local friends in the parking lot. Besides all our great wine\, find plenty of craft beer\, cocktails\, cheeses\, charcuterie and sweets\, perfect for your movie viewing pleasure. We’ve even got ice\, cups and wine openers.\n \nPLEASE NOTE\n \n\nThe parking lot closes an hour and a half before showtime. Music starts shortly thereafter.\nMovies are provided free of charge for the enjoyment of the community.\nThe Bin generously bears the significant cost to show the movies. Please support us by purchasing your movie snacks and libations from us.\nCarry-out from OEC restaurants is also encouraged.\n\nPopcorn proceeds are donated to our friends at Voices for Children.An outdoor portable restroom is provided. Additional public restrooms are available at the Howard County Welcome Center just a short walk down the street.Print out the 2026 movie line up and start planning your popcorn infused summer Saturdays at the Bin!
URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/monsters-inc-wine-bin-summer-movie-nights/
LOCATION:The Wine Bin\, 8390 Main St\, Ellicott City\, MD\, 21043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fort Meade
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Screenshot-2026-07-22-Monsters-Inc.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T223759
CREATED:20260722T143541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T143542Z
UID:10007444-1785668400-1785690000@www.armedforcesdirectory.org
SUMMARY:First Sunday Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Every First Sunday\, August 8\, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM53 West Street and Calvert StreetAnnapolis\, MD 21401 \nWelcome to the Annapolis First Sunday Arts Festival! This FREE admission outdoor art market is the best place to shop and support local and regional artists\, dine and be entertained with live music. Festivals are held the first Sunday of the month May through November. \nLocated on West Street and Calvert Street in both the Annapolis Arts District and the historic district of Annapolis where your adventure awaits you. Local restaurants will be awaiting your arrival offering flavors of Maryland as well as other culinary delights while live music entertains you and gets your toes tapping! \nThis is the perfect place to purchase fine art and crafts directly from the artisans. It is common to find paintings\, photography\, wheel-thrown pottery\, fused and blown glass\, jewelry\, woodturning\, sculpture\, fiber-arts\, candles\, home decor\, and more. \nParking\nParking at the Calvert Street parking Garage (19 St. Johns Street) and parking at Whitmore Parking Garage (25 Clay Street). \nNOTE: Calvert Street entrance will be closed this year for the festival. If you want to park at Gott’s Garage\, you will have to access the garage off of Northwest Street. \nFriendly leashed pets are welcome. However\, for your pet’s safety remember that paving can get very hot in the summer months and burn a pet’s paws. \nFor Full music schedule at IWSAnnapolis.com \nThe First Sunday Arts Festival is brought to you by the Inner West Street Association. 
URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/first-sunday-arts-festival/
LOCATION:53 West Street\, 53 West Street\, Annapolis\, Maryland\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fort Meade
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Screenshot-2026-07-21-First-Sundays-Arts-Fest.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="INNER WEST STREET ASSOCIATION":MAILTO:hello@innerweststreetannapolis.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T200000
DTSTAMP:20260723T223759
CREATED:20260721T175025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T175027Z
UID:10007442-1785862800-1785873600@www.armedforcesdirectory.org
SUMMARY:2026 National Night Out
DESCRIPTION:August 4\, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMColor Burst Park 6221 Mango Tree RoadColumbia 21044 \nNational Night Out is scheduled for Tuesday\, August 4\, 2026. HCPD will be celebrating at Color Burst Park. This FREE event will feature police and fire displays\, DJ\, child-friendly activities\, games\, giveaways and more! Or\, better yet\, sponsor a community-sponsored party in your own! Parties registered by July 24 receive priority for police\, fire and elected official resources. 
URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/2026-national-night-out/
LOCATION:Color Burst Park\, 6000 Merriweather Drive\, Columbia\, MD\, 21044
CATEGORIES:Fort Meade
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Screenshot-2026-07-21-National-Night-Out.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T200000
DTSTAMP:20260723T223759
CREATED:20260617T150515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T150533Z
UID:10007416-1786122000-1786132800@www.armedforcesdirectory.org
SUMMARY:Rotary Club of Annapolis Crab Feast
DESCRIPTION:August 7\, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMNavy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium550 Taylor AvenueAnnapolis\, MD 21401 What is the Annapolis Crab Feast?\nNearly 2\,500 people gather for an evening of socializing while consuming roughly 320 bushels of crabs\, 3\,400 ears of corn\, 100 gallons of crab soup\, 1\,800 hot dogs\, 150 pounds of beef barbeque\, and hundreds of gallons of soft drinks and beer. \nThis well-known Annapolis event is a major fundraiser for our local community that benefits many different non-profit organizations. \nThis is an all-you-can eat feast\, along with other food options\, beer\, water and soda. We also host a bake sale for all of those with a sweet tooth! \n\nThe History of the World’s Largest Crab Feast\nHeld rain or shine since 1946\, the Annual Rotary Crab Feast is one of the longest-running and most popular summertime traditions in Annapolis! \nKnown as “the world’s largest crab feast\,” the all-you-can-eat (and drink) event invites folks from near and far to get their fill of Maryland’s famous blue crabs – plus Maryland vegetable crab soup\, sweet Maryland corn on the cob\, beef barbeque sandwiches\, all-American hot dogs\, watermelon\, draft beer\, and assorted sodas and water – at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium each August. \nThe Rotary Club of Annapolis directs 100% of proceeds from the event to the local community and cultural nonprofit organizations through grants of up to $4\,000. Plus\, the organization works with Annapolis Green\, a local environmental group\, to keep the Feast “zero-waste” by collecting and turning roughly 20\,000 pounds of crab shells\, corn cobs\, watermelon rinds\, plates\, cups\, cutlery\, and napkins into “Christmas Crab Compost” that is sold to the public each December.  \n\n					\n									Get Tickets Now!
URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/rotary-club-of-annapolis-crab-feast/
LOCATION:Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium\, 550 Taylor Ave\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401
CATEGORIES:Fort Meade
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Screenshot-2026-06-16-crab-feast.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T220000
DTSTAMP:20260723T223759
CREATED:20260722T173454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T173456Z
UID:10007445-1786176000-1786831200@www.armedforcesdirectory.org
SUMMARY:80th Annual Howard County Fair
DESCRIPTION:August 8 – 15\, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PMHoward County Fairgrounds2210 Fairgrounds RoadWest Friendship\, MD 21794 \nThe 80th annual Howard County Fair will be open from 8 AM – 10 PM\, daily\, rides open until 11 PM. Rides\, animal shows\, competitions\, Kids & Critters Barn\, Little Farmers Building\, Ag demonstrations\, food\, various ag related competitions\, music and other entertainment and FUN!\n \nWe will be celebrating the nations 250th birthday this year.\n \nSee our Facebook page for updates on the festivities.\n \nFamily friendly!\n					\n									More Info!
URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/80th-annual-howard-county-fair/
LOCATION:Howard County Fairgrounds\, 2210 Fairgrounds Road\, West Friendship\, MD\, 21794
CATEGORIES:Fort Meade
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Screenshot-2026-07-22-Howard-County-Fair.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="HOWARD COUNTY FAIR ASSOCIATION":MAILTO:info@HowardCountyFairMD.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T235959
DTSTAMP:20260723T223759
CREATED:20260616T183303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T183329Z
UID:10007417-1787961600-1792972799@www.armedforcesdirectory.org
SUMMARY:Maryland Renaissance Festival
DESCRIPTION:August 29 – October 25\, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PMMaryland Renaissance Festival1821 Crownsville RoadAnnapolis\, MD 21401 \nDates\nAugust 29 & 30September 5\, 6\, 7\, 12\, 13\, 19\, 20\, 26\, & 27October 3\, 4\, 10\, 11\, 17\, 18\, 24\, & 25 \nHear ye! Hear ye! Leave your modern woes behind and step into 16th-century Revel Grove— the 27-acre village overseen by King Henry VIII. Lords and Ladies from faraway lands gather to experience one of Maryland’s most extravagant events. \n\nWhat is the Maryland Renaissance Festival?\nWelcome to Revel Grove\, where the leaves are turning\, the turkey legs are roasting\, and the vibes are straight-up legendary. Every fall\, the woods in Anne Arundel County\, Maryland transform into a bustling 16th-century village filled with laughter\, adventure\, and just the right amount of mischief. The Maryland Renaissance Festival is the place to play\, feast\, and frolic. \nCome Hungry\, Leave Legendary\nAfter cheering at a joust or laughing at a jester’s antics\, treat yourself like the royalty you are. Tear apart smoked turkey legs\, sizzling mac & cheese on a stick\, fresh apple pastries\, and even scotch eggs. Sip on honey wine or classic mead as the crisp fall air rolls in\, yes\, mead\, it’s basically medieval White Claw. \nMake It a Whole Weekend\nWith so much to do\, you’ll want more than just a day. After time-traveling to the 1500s\, explore 18th-century charm in historic Annapolis. Book a nearby hotel and make a family getaway of it\, you’ll thank yourself later. \n\n  \n					\n									Get Tickets!
URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/maryland-renaissance-festival/
LOCATION:Maryland Renaissance Festival\, 1821 Crownsville Rd\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fort Meade
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Screenshot-2026-06-16-Renaissance-Fest.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Renaissance Festival":MAILTO:info@rennfest.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T193000
DTSTAMP:20260723T223759
CREATED:20260519T193759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T193800Z
UID:10007395-1789819200-1789846200@www.armedforcesdirectory.org
SUMMARY:Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:September 19\, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 7:30 PMFestival Park 60 N Parke StreetAberdeen\, MD 21001 \nAberdeen’s annual Oktoberfest returns to Festival Park for a day of authentic German food\, craft beer\, live music\, and family fun. Presented by Downtown Aberdeen\, this fall celebration has grown into one of the region’s premier community festivals\, drawing over 2\,400 attendees in recent years. \nExpect a traditional biergarten atmosphere with German sausages\, pretzels\, and seasonal brews\, plus live entertainment\, lawn games\, and activities for all ages. The Festival Park setting along Parke Street provides a perfect backdrop for this Bavarian-inspired celebration. \nAberdeen Festival Park is located at 60 N Parke Street\, Aberdeen\, MD 21001. For vendor applications or more information\, contact vhorne@aberdeenmd.gov. \n					\n									More Info
URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/oktoberfest/
LOCATION:Aberdeen Festival Park\, 60 N. Parke St\, Aberdeen\, MD\, 21001
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Proving Ground
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/marion-botella-Oktoberfest.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="City of Aberdeen Maryland":MAILTO:cityadmin@aberdeenmd.gov
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR