Events Calendar
Gallery shows and First Friday receptions, events that we are attending and/or sponsoring, plus more!
Welcome Back Wednesdays (weekly workshops)
Join us every Wednesday to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Arts Council, and others!
Bring a project in progress and work in the company of others or just stop by to say hello!
Don’t have a current art project? We have some easy art kits available for purchase plus free activities!
Also bring your favorite beverage and snacks (there are several coffee spots within easy walking distance).
Pets are welcome!
RSVP via email is appreciated but not required.
Free parking is available on Washington St. and behind our building and other designated public lots.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Questions? Email gallery@smcart.org.
First Friday Opening Reception - Butterflies & Botanics Community Art Show
Join us for the Opening Reception on First Friday, May 1st, 2026 at St. Mary’s County Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop from 5 - 8 PM. This event is in collaboration with the re-launch of the Butterfly Trail Project in Leonardtown.
Meet the artists and see their work!
Submit your artwork for Butterflies & Botanics by Friday, April 10th at 11:59 PM!
Artists of all ages from St. Mary’s, Calvert, and Charles County may enter a piece! Click here for the full guidelines and submission instructions.
Artwork will be featured for the month of May, including at the Opening Reception on First Friday, May 1st, at St. Mary’s County Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop.
MarylandFest - Find us there!
MarylandFest features a full day of activities including a Crab Derby, Maryland-themed mini golf course, dog parade, live music, artisan vendors, beer garden, plenty of Maryland-inspired food and drinks, plus more!
Click here to learn more! Find us at our table!
Vintage Vibes Sidewalk Sale
Shop from our special bargains and find great deals on upcycled and vintage goods throughout town! We will host local guest artists featuring their upcycled art, plus more!
This event is in partnership with the weekend Vintage Vibes events organized by the Leonardtown Business Association.
Welcome Back Wednesdays (weekly workshops)
Join us every Wednesday to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Arts Council, and others!
Bring a project in progress and work in the company of others or just stop by to say hello!
Don’t have a current art project? We have some easy art kits available for purchase plus free activities!
Also bring your favorite beverage and snacks (there are several coffee spots within easy walking distance).
Pets are welcome!
An RSVP via email is appreciated but not required.
Free parking is available on Washington St. and behind our building and other designated public lots.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Questions? Email gallery@smcart.org.
Last Day to Submit - Raining Cats & Dogs Community Art Show
Enter your submission for our upcoming "Raining Cats & Dogs" community art show!
Artists of all ages from St. Mary's, Calvert, and Charles counties may submit.
A portion of all sales (30%) from this show will be donated to Feral Cat Rescue of Southern Maryland to help the kitties!
Feral Cat Rescue of Southern MarylandSee the link below for the full guidelines. The deadline to apply is May 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Artwork will be on display at the St. Mary's County Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop for the month of June. (22660 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD 20650)
Join us for the Opening Reception on First Friday, June 5, 2026 from 5 - 8 PM at St. Mary’s County Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop. The Color & Light Society of Southern Maryland will host a community activity where attendees can paint and glaze mini cat and dog vases to support Feral Cat Rescue!
Grants Help w/ Maryland State Arts Council
Grant Help sessions are one-on-one conversations with the staff from the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) for detailed advice on how to access MSAC grants or other resources.
This session on Saturday, May 9th from 10 AM - 1 PM at the Leonardtown Town Hall is your chance to take a deep dive into MSAC’s grant programs. The MSAC staff are joining us from Baltimore for this special event!
Connect with staff for a 15-minute, one-on-one meeting on how to read grant guidelines, how to submit an application, how to use a scoring rubric to make your application as competitive as possible, or any other question about MSAC.
Grant seekers of all levels of experience are encouraged to sign up for an appointment by emailing msac.commerce@maryland.org.
Walk-ins are also welcome.
Learn more here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/.../grant-help-st-marys-county...
See the link below to learn about MSAC programs and grant opportunities:
https://msac.org/programs
Re:Bloom - Public Art in Lexington Manor Passive Park
Participate in our year-long community art-making events at Lexington Manor Arts Park.
Join local artist Eric Clark Jackson of Bay Fibers Studio to help paint the first/next round of 100 total eco-friendly artworks to be installed across the Lexington Manor Art Park in 2026-27.
Learn traditional art forms in St. Mary's County and learn about local environmental non-profits. Join us on Saturday, May 9th from 12-4 PM!
Prior art skills are not needed! Participants of all ages are welcome to join us!
This program was made possible by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council.
Welcome Back Wednesdays (weekly workshops)
Join us every Wednesday to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Arts Council, and others!
Bring a project in progress and work in the company of others or just stop by to say hello!
Don’t have a current art project? We have some easy art kits available for purchase plus free activities!
Also bring your favorite beverage and snacks (there are several coffee spots within easy walking distance).
Pets are welcome!
An RSVP via email is appreciated but not required.
Free parking is available on Washington St. and behind our building and other designated public lots.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Questions? Email gallery@smcart.org.
Welcome Back Wednesdays (weekly workshops)
Join us every Wednesday to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Arts Council, and others!
Bring a project in progress and work in the company of others or just stop by to say hello!
Don’t have a current art project? We have some easy art kits available for purchase plus free activities!
Also bring your favorite beverage and snacks (there are several coffee spots within easy walking distance).
Pets are welcome!
An RSVP via email is appreciated but not required.
Free parking is available on Washington St. and behind our building and other designated public lots.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Questions? Email gallery@smcart.org.
2026 SMC Arts Council Fundraiser!
Purchase your ticket soon for our fundraiser event Uncorked & Unveiled: Island Edition, in benefit of our community programs, public art projects, scholarships, and more.
A limited number of tickets are available for a donation of $100 each. This is an all-ages event with non-alcoholic options available for the 21 and under attendees. Reserve your ticket(s) here!
Enjoy live DJ music island-style by DJ Nani of Mahalo Entertainment, a silent auction, caricature drawings by Cadillac Cartoonz, chances to win a cash prize with the 50/50 raffle, delicious food catered by The Front Porch, wine from the Port of Leonardtown Winery, and more!
Event Sponsorship opportunities are available and listed at the ticket site below.
www.smcart.org/2026-fundraiser
St. Mary’s County Arts Council has also partnered with the Port of Leonardtown Winery for the 2nd Annual Wine Label Design Contest and new wine bottle release!
Meet contest winner Cynthia Martin-Brennan of CMB Artworks and celebrate the new Port of Leonardtown wine, all whilst supporting the St. Mary’s County Arts Council! A portion of all sales (10%) of these bottles will be donated to St. Mary’s County Arts Council
Welcome Back Wednesdays (weekly workshops)
Join us every Wednesday to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Arts Council, and others!
Bring a project in progress and work in the company of others or just stop by to say hello!
Don’t have a current art project? We have some easy art kits available for purchase plus free activities!
Also bring your favorite beverage and snacks (there are several coffee spots within easy walking distance).
Pets are welcome!
An RSVP via email is appreciated but not required.
Free parking is available on Washington St. and behind our building and other designated public lots.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Questions? Email gallery@smcart.org.
St. Maries Choral Arts 2026 Spring Concert
St. Maries Choral Arts presents a Spring Concert at St. Andrews Church. This historical church was created by the Maryland Provincial Assembly in 1744.
Come enjoy the wonderful acoustics of the church and the music of St. Maries Choral Arts. This is a free event but donations are gratefully accepted. Learn more here.
Sponsored in part by St. Mary’s County Arts Council.
St. Maries Choral Arts 2026 Spring Concert
St. Maries Choral Arts performs in the award-winning Nancy R. & Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center on the St. Mary’s College of Maryland campus.
If you haven’t been to this beautiful venue, you are in for a treat! This is a free concert but free-will donations are welcome! Learn more here.
Sponsored in part by St. Mary’s County Arts Council.
First Friday Opening Reception - Raining Cats & Dogs Community Art Show
Join us for the Opening Reception on First Friday, June 5, 2026 from 5 - 8 PM at St. Mary’s County Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop.
Meet the artists, see their work, and meet the kitties too!
The Color & Light Society of Southern Maryland will host a community activity where attendees can paint and glaze mini cat and dog vases to support Feral Cat Rescue of Southern MD.
SUBMISSION INFO:
Artists of all ages from St. Mary's, Calvert, and Charles counties may submit.
30% of all sales from this show will be donated to Feral Cat Rescue of Southern Maryland to help the kitties!
See the link below for the full guidelines. The deadline to apply is May 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
www.smcart.org/animals2026
Artwork will be on display at the St. Mary's County Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop for the month of June. (22660 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD 20650)
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St. Maries Choral Arts 2026 Spring Concert
St. Maries Choral Arts performs their Home Concert at First Saints Community Church in Leonardtown!
This is a free concert but free-will donations are welcome! Learn more here.
Sponsored in part by St. Mary’s County Arts Council.
2026 Juneteenth Celebration - Find us there!
Juneteenth is a National Holiday commemorating and celebrating the end of slavery in America - a day of reflection, a day of renewal, a pride-filled day. It is a day for all Americans to come together to reflect on our past as a nation, celebrate the African American experience, and begin to build a brighter future together.
Visit the Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions website to learn more about this event including vendor and exhibitor opportunities. This is a FREE event!
Sponsored in part by St. Mary’s County Arts Council.
3rd Annual Community, Culture & Cuisine
The Lexington Park Business Association hosts entertaining performances from various cultures, an array of activities, interactive crafts, children's games, and more at the Community, Culture & Cuisine event! Food lovers will enjoy cuisines from around the world including jerk chicken from Jamaica, potatoes from Ireland, and everything in between!
Join us on June 27, 2026 to celebrate the breadth of the world's cultures right here in Lexington Park! Learn more here. Additional details to follow soon.
Sponsored in part by St. Mary’s County Arts Council in partnership with the Lexington Park Business Association, Cedar Point Federal Credit Union, and Devonshire - a Perfect Events Company.
COSMIC Symphony Presents - Salute to the States
COSMIC Symphony is thrilled to present Salute to the States at the Nancy R. & Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center. This festive performance celebrates 250 years of American History!
As always, the COSMIC Symphony concerts are presented free of charge and donations are greatly appreciated. Although this is a free event, tickets must be reserved in advance.
Learn more here.
(Sponsored in part by St. Mary’s County Arts Council.)
Special Gallery Hours for the Spring Fling Car Show!
St. Mary's Rod & Classic Car Club presents its Spring Fling Car Show in Downtown Leonardtown! The St. Mary's County Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop will be open special hours from 11 AM - 2 PM on Sunday, April 26th!
Spend the day admiring hot rods, vintage cars, and antique vehicles. Dash plaques will be awarded to the first 250 registered cars, trucks, or motorcycles, while trophies will be given to the top 60 and 15 specialized honors. There will be a selection of food and drinks, music, door prizes, a 50/50 raffle, shopping, and Annual Running of the Balls, among other activities. Learn more at the link below:
www.stmarysrodandclassic.com
St. Mary’s County Earth Day Celebration - Find us there!
Bring the whole family out for a fun day outdoors at Summerseat Farm featuring environmental groups and exhibits, local artisan vendors and crafts, guided nature walks, live music, local food, activities for all ages, plus more!
Find us at our table to participate in a free art activity hosted by Hand Craft Studio.
Click here for the St. Mary’s County Commission on the Environment page and here for Facebook event details.
Welcome Back Wednesdays (weekly workshops)
Join us every Wednesday to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Arts Council, and others!
Bring a project in progress and work in the company of others or just stop by to say hello!
Don’t have a current art project? We have some easy art kits available for purchase plus free activities!
Also bring your favorite beverage and snacks (there are several coffee spots within easy walking distance).
Pets are welcome!
RSVP via email is appreciated but not required.
Free parking is available on Washington St. and behind our building and other designated public lots.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Questions? Email gallery@smcart.org.
Call for Visual Artists - Last Day to Submit!
In recognition of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, St. Maries Choral Arts’ (SMCA) 2026 concert season will feature American composers and writers from the 18th century up through today’s living composers.
The choir will delve into writings from Thomas Jefferson ("The God who gave us life gave us liberty at the same time,") and Emma Lazarus ("Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free,…"), plus others.
Composers from the earliest Revolutionary-era, William Billings, to living Maryland music educator Reuben Burrows will also be represented.
Audiences will hear re-imagined melodies from Lowell Mason, Paul Simon, and Rodgers & Hammerstein and classic favorites by Samuel Barber and Harry T. Burleigh.
There is something delightful and meaningful for everyone in this program and SMCA wants YOU to be a part of it!
>Submit up to 3 samples of completed artwork from your portfolio PLUS one paragraph about your proposed art piece themed around America 250.
>Proposals may celebrate or discuss this 250-year American experiment of courage and compassion, hope, determination, difficulties, and triumphs.
>The selected artist(s) will create the proposed work to be showcased on stage during the St. Maries Choral Arts Spring 2026 concert season. The selected artist(s) will each win a $250 cash prize!
Click here for details.
Welcome Back Wednesdays (weekly workshops)
Join us every Wednesday to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Arts Council, and others!
Bring a project in progress and work in the company of others or just stop by to say hello!
Don’t have a current art project? We have some easy art kits available for purchase plus free activities!
Also bring your favorite beverage and snacks (there are several coffee spots within easy walking distance).
Pets are welcome!
RSVP via email is appreciated but not required.
Free parking is available on Washington St. and behind our building and other designated public lots.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Questions? Email gallery@smcart.org.
Last Day to Submit for Butterflies & Botanics Community Art Show
Submit your artwork for Butterflies & Botanics by Friday, April 10th at 11:59 PM!
Artists of all ages from St. Mary’s, Calvert, and Charles County may enter a piece! Click here for the full guidelines and submission instructions.
Artwork will be featured for the month of May, including at the Opening Reception on First Friday, May 1st, at St. Mary’s County Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop.
This event is in collaboration with the re-launch of the Butterfly Trail Project in Leonardtown.
High School Choral Festival
All are invited for an inspiring evening of choral music as St. Mary’s College of Maryland (SMCM) welcomes singers from across the Tri-County area for the High School Choral Festival Concert.
This special event will feature performances by:
High School Festival Choir, a mass choir from Tri-County High Schools
St. Mary’s Singers, the SMCM collegiate choral group
Hope in Harmony, SMCM community choral partners
The concert at 7:30 p.m. is the culmination of a day filled with collaborative rehearsals, learning, and music-making, bringing together students of all ages to celebrate the power of choral singing and community.
Friends, families and community members are warmly invited to attend and support these talented young musicians. Tickets are not required—just come and enjoy an evening of beautiful music. Click here to learn more.
Sponsored in part by St. Mary’s County Arts Council.
Welcome Back Wednesdays (weekly workshops)
Join us every Wednesday to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Arts Council, and others!
Bring a project in progress and work in the company of others or just stop by to say hello!
Don’t have a current art project? We have some easy art kits available for purchase plus free activities!
Also bring your favorite beverage and snacks (there are several coffee spots within easy walking distance).
Pets are welcome!
RSVP via email is appreciated but not required.
Free parking is available on Washington St. and behind our building and other designated public lots.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Questions? Email gallery@smcart.org.
First Friday Opening Reception - Unity Art Show
Join us for the Opening Reception on First Friday, April 3, 2026 at St. Mary’s County Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop from 5 - 8 PM.
This very special art show features works in a variety of media created by the National Art Honor Society students from St. Mary's Ryken High School.
Come meet the artists and see their work!
Welcome Back Wednesdays (weekly workshops)
Join us every Wednesday to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Arts Council, and others!
Bring a project in progress and work in the company of others or just stop by to say hello!
Don’t have a current art project? We have some easy art kits available for purchase plus free activities!
Also bring your favorite beverage and snacks (there are several coffee spots within easy walking distance).
Pets are welcome!
RSVP via email is appreciated but not required.
Free parking is available on Washington St. and behind our building and other designated public lots.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Questions? Email gallery@smcart.org.
Welcome Back Wednesdays (weekly workshops)
Join us every Wednesday to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Arts Council, and others!
Bring a project in progress and work in the company of others or just stop by to say hello!
Don’t have a current art project? We have some easy art kits available for purchase plus free activities!
Also bring your favorite beverage and snacks (there are several coffee spots within easy walking distance).
Pets are welcome!
RSVP via email is appreciated but not required.
Free parking is available on Washington St. and behind our building and other designated public lots.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Questions? Email gallery@smcart.org.
2026 Cherry Blossom Festival
The Annual Cherry Blossom Festival is a free event offering fun for the whole family, featuring a variety of vendors, local community organizations, activities, demonstrations, food trucks, and so much more! Learn more about this event here.
Find the staff and volunteers from St. Mary’s County Arts Council at our table!
(Sponsored in part by St. Mary’s County Arts Council.)
Gallery Closed (for Cherry Blossom Festival)
Our Gallery & Gift Shop is closed on Saturday, March 21st as our staff will be at the Cherry Blossom Festival in Lexington Park! Find us there from 12-4 PM! Learn more here.
Celebrate the start of spring and the blooming of the cherry blossom trees with a free family fun day at Lexington Manor Passive Park! The day will feature vendors, food trucks, music, demonstrations, activities and so much more!
Parking will be available at Lancaster Park, located off Willows Road in Lexington Park, MD.
STEAM Day at Patuxent River Naval Air Museum
Join us and the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum for an exciting day of exploration!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 14th, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM for a day packed with hands-on fun and discovery! This is the perfect opportunity for students and families to explore the fascinating world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM).
Explore a variety of interactive exhibits and activities designed for all ages. Whether you're young or just young at heart, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
Children get in FREE during the event with the purchase of adult admission! Click here for details.
Find us at our table to participate in a fun community art project and learn more about St. Mary’s County Arts Council!
(Sponsored in part by St. Mary’s County Arts Council.)
SMCAC Town Hall
We want to hear from YOU! Make your voice heard and meet our staff at this informal Town Hall meeting. RSVP by March 8th!
Welcome Back Wednesdays (weekly workshops)
Join us every Wednesday to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Arts Council, and others!
Bring a project in progress and work in the company of others or just stop by to say hello!
Don’t have a current art project? We have some easy art kits available for purchase plus free activities!
Also bring your favorite beverage and snacks (there are several coffee spots within easy walking distance).
Pets are welcome!
An RSVP via email is appreciated but not required.
Free parking is available on Washington St. and behind our building and other designated public lots.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Questions? Email gallery@smcart.org.
Welcome Back Wednesdays (weekly workshops)
Join us every Wednesday to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Arts Council, and others!
Bring a project in progress and work in the company of others or just stop by to say hello!
Don’t have a current art project? We have some easy art kits available for purchase plus free activities!
Also bring your favorite beverage and snacks (there are several coffee spots within easy walking distance).
Pets are welcome!
RSVP via email is appreciated but not required.
Free parking is available on Washington St. and behind our building and other designated public lots.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Questions? Email gallery@smcart.org.
Welcome Back Wednesdays (weekly workshops)
Join us every Wednesday to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Arts Council, and others!
Bring a project in progress and work in the company of others or just stop by to say hello!
Don’t have a current art project? We have some easy art kits available for purchase plus free activities!
Also bring your favorite beverage and snacks (there are several coffee spots within easy walking distance).
Pets are welcome!
RSVP via email is appreciated but not required.
Free parking is available on Washington St. and behind our building and other designated public lots.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Questions? Email gallery@smcart.org.
Symphonic Journeys
COSMIC Symphony presents “Symphonic Journeys,” a musical voyage that will take you through the works of Lalo, Rachmaninoff, and Dvořák!
This concert will feature COSMIC’s 2025 Young Artist Competition winners Henry Horst, piano (senior division) and Elizabeth Tober, violin (junior division) taking center stage with COSMIC accompaniment. As always, these concerts are presented free of charge with no tickets required, and donations are greatly appreciated. Learn more here.
Sponsored in part by St. Mary’s County Arts Council.
Tassel Ghosts - a FREE Art Activity
Join us on Saturday, February 21st for a FREE art activity between 1 and 3 PM! This event is part of the Moll Dyer and Local Legends Weekend in Leonardtown.
Visit the site below for details abut this weekend's fun activities and specials!
Welcome Back Wednesdays (weekly workshops)
Join us every Wednesday to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Arts Council, and others!
Bring a project in progress and work in the company of others or just stop by to say hello!
Don’t have a current art project? We have some easy art kits available for purchase plus free activities!
Also bring your favorite beverage and snacks (there are several coffee spots within easy walking distance).
Pets are welcome!
RSVP via email is appreciated but not required.
Free parking is available on Washington St. and behind our building and other designated public lots.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Questions? Email gallery@smcart.org.
Maryland Arts Day
Maryland Arts Day is the largest annual gathering of arts professionals in Maryland. With more than 500 participants, representing every county in the state and Baltimore City, this statewide arts advocacy event connects artists, educators, administrators, volunteers and trustees with lawmakers from every legislative district in Maryland.
The St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff and board members will be there in support of The Arts in Maryland and its impact on the economic and cultural vitality of the state. Learn more here about Maryland Arts Day!
Welcome Back Wednesdays (weekly workshops)
Join us every Wednesday to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Arts Council, and others!
Bring a project in progress and work in the company of others or just stop by to say hello!
Don’t have a current art project? We have some easy art kits available for purchase plus free activities!
Also bring your favorite beverage and snacks (there are several coffee spots within easy walking distance).
Pets are welcome!
RSVP via email is appreciated but not required.
Free parking is available on Washington St. and behind our building and other designated public lots.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Questions? Email gallery@smcart.org.
Opening Reception - “Let it Snow”
Join us on February 6th from 5 to 8 PM for a special First Friday Opening Reception!
"Let it Snow" is a wintery art show featuring the work of our gallery artists in a wide variety of media. Come meet the artists and our staff members!
Questions? Email our Gallery Manager Melanie at gallery@smcart.org.