May 2021
Defenders Day Celebration-Food Truck Festival & Music Festival – Canceled
Due to the threat of inclement weather, Defender’s Day, scheduled for Saturday, May 7, 2022, has been canceled. This event will not be rescheduled.
Find out more »July 2021
Concord Point Park Concert
Patriotic music performed by the Maryland Military Band. Free. No tickets required. Food and drink available for purchase. Fireworks shot from a barge directly in front of this location, starting at approximately 9:30 p.m.
Find out more »August 2021
The Waterfront Festival in Havre de Grace
Multiple parks with multiple events. Check back for more information.
Find out more »Let’s Chalk About Art with The Public Art Committee
Your favorite local artists will compete in a sidewalk chalk art competition. Stop by Concord Point Park during festival hours and watch them create their masterpieces. The chalk art will be done right on Concord Street by Alliance Street!
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Bay Paddle 2021
The Bay Paddle is returning! This year's event will be an 8 day, staged team relay covering the entire Bay. Interested paddlers and teams can fill out this form to sign up and learn more; https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeOGeX8aVQ.../viewform... More details, an updated website, training support and events all summer coming soon! What: The 1st ever Chesapeake Bay Paddle relay race covering all 215 miles of the Bay. Paddlers may use standup paddle boards, outrigger canoes or ocean kayaks. When: August 27th through…
Find out more »September 2021
10th Blessing of the Animals & Pet Expo
Free admission. Blessing service will take place at 1:00 p.m. with individual pet blessings after the service; free gift with each blessing. This is also National Pet Memorial Day – we will recognize our loved pets who are no longer with us. Pet-oriented vendors, face painting, children's/pet craft table, HDG Police K-9 unit demonstration at 2:30 p.m., and a fun filled time at the park with your pets! A donation of pet food and/or linens for area shelters & rescues…
Find out more »Relay for Life & Bark for Life of Harford County
Bark For Life is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society where dogs are the star of the show for the day! Bark For Life of Harford County is a fundraising event for the American Cancer Society where we champion the amazing canine companionship that we receive from our pooches no matter what we may be going through. We also celebrate cancer survivors & caregivers and honor those who have lost their battle with cancer during our event. Our…
Find out more »October 2021
Upper Chesapeake Bay Pride Festival
Third Annual Pride Festival celebrating our LGBTQIA+ communities and allies in Harford and Cecil County.
Find out more »Havre de Grace Annual Oktoberfest- WILL GO ON AS PLANNED
This event will continue as scheduled- NO RAIN DELAY. New Location!!! Celebrate Oktoberfest by the beautiful grounds of the Concord Point Lighthouse overlooking the Susquehanna River Under the Oktoberfest Tent! No admission fee, pay as you go! Music, Dancers, German Food with Other Delicious Food Truck Options, Huge Beer Garden serving German Beer and Wine, Unique Vendors, and a Kids Zone!
Find out more »April 2022
Annual Havre de Grace Recreation Egg Hunt
Join us in Concord Point Park for the our annual egg hunt with a view of the Chesapeake Bay and Susquehanna River. Children ages 2-11 will hunt eggs in area divided by age groups. The event starts promptly at noon! Don't be late. Easter Bunny will be making a special appearance for those special Bunny photos. All eggs contain candy some contain special prizes!
Find out more »June 2022
The Havre de Grace Arts Collective presents: Lighthouse Luau
Say “Aloha” to Meki’s Tamure Polynesian Arts Group at the Havre de Grace Arts Collective’s LIGHTHOUSE LUAU. Savor a delicious Polynesian dinner catered by MacGregor’s Restaurant! (One complimentary adult beverage included) Enjoy the perfect blend of native Polynesian performances, dancing, music and fun, including an exciting show featuring traditional and contemporary South Pacific songs and dances not only from Hawaii, but from other “paradise” islands of the Polynesian triangle such as Tonga, Tahiti, New Zealand, Fiji and the Samoas, as…
Find out more »Paws for a Cause!
SARC's Paws For A Cause is scheduled for June 18th! Paws For A Cause is a dog parade to raise funds to add a kennel at our domestic violence shelter to keep pets and families safe and together! Join SARC for a beautiful morning in the park. You and your K9 friend can come and enjoy music, activities and then show off your pet as we kick off our parade in the park. Although we know that all of our…
Find out more »July 2022
Independence Day Concert at Concord Point Park
Celebrate independence with us with a fabulous free concert by the Maryland Military Band at Concord Point Park. Concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Food and drink available for purchase. Bring your own chairs or blankets. Best view of the fireworks starting about 9:30 p.m.
Find out more »September 2022
The Waterfront Festival
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 5:00-11:00 pm & SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 1:00-7:00 PM An annual two-day event that celebrates the past, present and future culture of the Havre de Grace waterfront and surrounding waterfront areas. Taking place in beautiful Concord Point Park and the Moore Family Homestead, you can enjoy steamed crabs, seafood, live bands, food trucks, beer gardens, vendors, entertainers, artisans, games, contests, exhibits, crafts, kid zones, land & water demonstrations, youth fishing derby, pony rides, live mermaids, hot air balloon…
Find out more »Lighted Boat Parade Registration
Mariners - join the fun in the 2nd Annual Lighted Boat Parade! Decorated sailboats and powerboats will cruise along the Havre de Grace shoreline in a dazzling display of lights. The parade route begins near the Amtrak Railroad bridge and finishes at Green Buoy 17. Judging will be held at the Concord Point Park Fishing Pier. Trophies and cool prizes will be awarded in five categories: Best Decorated Sailboat, Best Decorated Powerboat, Best Use of Lights, Most Original and Judges'…
Find out more »The Waterfront Festival
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 5:00-11:00 pm & SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 1:00-7:00 PM An annual two-day event that celebrates the past, present and future culture of the Havre de Grace waterfront and surrounding waterfront areas. Taking place in beautiful Concord Point Park and the Moore Family Homestead, you can enjoy steamed crabs, seafood, live bands, food trucks, beer gardens, vendors, entertainers, artisans, games, contests, exhibits, crafts, kid zones, land & water demonstrations, youth fishing derby, pony rides, live mermaids, hot air balloon…
Find out more »Blessing of the Animals & Pet Expo
Free admission. Blessing service will take place at 1:00 p.m. with individual pet blessings after the service; free gift with each blessing. This is also National Pet Memorial Day – we will recognize our loved pets who are no longer with us. Vendors, animal rescues, free children's activity table, bake sale, HDG Police K-9 unit demonstration at 2:30 p.m., and a fun filled time at the park with your pets! A donation of pet food and/or linens for area shelters…
Find out more »October 2022
Upper Chesapeake Bay Pride Festival
Join us at Concord Point Lighthouse Park for our free, family-friendly Pride Festival! The festival will feature a variety of live performances, food vendors, and over 90 exhibitors.
Find out more »Havre de Grace Oktoberfest 2022
Join us Saturday, October 15, 2022 for the annual Havre de Grace Oktoberfest! This classic fall festival offers delicious German cuisine, live music & entertainment, and only the best authentic German beers! Located in beautiful Concord Point Park where you can enjoy the views of the Susquehanna River and the Chesapeake Bay. The Enzian Volkstanzgruppe & Enzian Kapelle provide the entertainment with their German music and dancers. Be sure to browse the German merchandise and other craft vendors. Bring the…
Find out more »December 2022
New Years Eve Duck Drop & Fireworks
Celebrate 2023 and reminisce about the wonderful memories you made in 2022. Havre de Grace Annual Duck Drop will take place at our waterfront Concord Point Park. Countdown to 2023 with our annual duck drop followed by a spectacular midnight fireworks display. You don't want to miss this amazing event!
Find out more »April 2023
Annual Havre de Grace Recreation Egg Hunt
Join us in Concord Point Park for the our annual egg hunt with a view of the Chesapeake Bay and Susquehanna River. Children ages 2-11 will hunt eggs in area divided by age groups. The event starts promptly at noon! Don’t be late. Easter Bunny will be making a special appearance for those special Bunny photos. All eggs contain candy some contain special prizes!
Find out more »May 2023
Defenders Day in Havre de Grace
Join us as we celebrate the life of Havre de Grace’s hero and defender John O’ Neill, who courageously defended the city from British invasion during the War of 1812. The event begins with a welcome from our Mayor followed by a short performance of local thespians depicting this historic event. The remainder of the day brings you live music, vendors, a kids zone, food trucks, a beer garden… and FIREWORKS to close out the evening! Bring your lawn chairs…
Find out more »July 2023
Independence Day Concert & Fireworks at Concord Point Park
Free concert by the Maryland Military Band at historic and beautiful Concord Point Park. Food trucks on site. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Bring your own blankets or chairs. Fireworks begin at approximately 9:15 p.m. (This is the front row seat to the fireworks - which will be shot from a barge in the river right off of Concord Point Park.)
Find out more »August 2023
Refuel For School Youth Festival
The Havre De Grace Youth Commission, a City of Havre de Grace Commission, will be hosting its annual Refuel for School Youth Festival. This free family friendly event includes live musical performances by young musicians, sporting competitions, community organizations providing resources to students & families, food trucks, and a myriad of activities geared toward celebrating our youth and the start of a new school year. Also students receive a free bag of school supplies while they last! Come out for…
Find out more »September 2023
Lighted Boat Parade and The Waterfront Festival
FREE. Enjoy a fun evening on the beautiful Havre de Grace waterfront with steel drum music, food trucks, vendors and a beer garden while watching the Lighted Boat Parade. Lighted Boats will parade along the shoreline from the Amtrak Bridge to the Concord Point Lighthouse. A special aerial high-wire thrill show, the Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean, will perform before and after the Lighted Boat Parade. Registrants for the Lighted Boat Parade will receive a flexible cooler, two drink coupons…
Find out more »The Waterfront Festival
FREE. Enjoy a fun afternoon and evening on the beautiful Havre de Grace waterfront with live bands, food trucks, vendors, entertainers, artisans, games and contests. A special aerial high-wire thrill show, the Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean, will perform throughout the event in the beer garden. Learn the history and see artifacts of Garrett Island, the Concord Point Lighthouse and Lightkeeper House. See environmental conservation efforts and traditional boat building techniques from the Maritime Museum. Visit boats from the US…
Find out more »Blessing of the Animals & Pet Expo
Blessing service will take place at 1:00 p.m. with individual pet blessings after the service; free gift with each blessing. This is also National Pet Memorial Day – we will recognize our loved pets who are no longer with us. Vendors, animal rescues, free children's activity table, HDG Police K-9 unit demonstration at 2:30 p.m., and a fun filled time at the park with your pets! A donation of pet food and/or linens for area shelters & rescues would be…
Find out more »3rd Annual Susquehanna Wine & Seafood Festival
B Scene Events & Promotions, LLC. is excited to announce the 3rd Annual Susquehanna Wine & Seafood Festival, a family-friendly event showcasing the best of Maryland seafood restaurants and food trucks. The waterfront festival will be held on Saturday, September 23 from 12pm to 8pm at the Concord Point Lighthouse in Historic Havre de Grace. *** VIP Ticket Holders may enter at 11am The festival will feature 20+ local restaurants and food trucks including Jimmy’s Famous Seafood, Conrad’s Crabs, Mason’s…
Find out more »October 2023
Upper Chesapeake Bay Pride Festival
Join us for an afternoon of fun entertainment, amazing food, and a diverse offering of exhibitors! Upper Chesapeake Bay Pride will host its 5th annual Pride Festival. This year's event will feature over 100 artists, vendors, and community agencies. Visiting from out of town? Arrive early and tour downtown Havre de Grace to see why we've been so proud to call this city our home for the past five years!
Find out more »Oktoberfest in Havre de Grace!
MOVED to OCTOBER 15 October 15; 12:00-7:00 PM Oktoberfest in Havre de Grace is back! Harford County's largest folk festival once again brings you authentic German fare and famous German beer! There will also be local food trucks, wine, merchandise & craft vendors, activities, a kids zone with bounce houses and games, pumpkin painting, pony rides, and more! German music and dancers by: The Enzian Volkstanzgruppe & Enzian Kapelle! All set in beautiful Concord Point Park where you can enjoy…
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