Events
Below you will find a list of events such as gallery shows, fun activities, and events we are attending!



Second Friday Social - July 2025
Join us to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Council, & others!


Second Friday Social - August 2025
Join us to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Council, & others!


Second Friday Social - September 2025
Join us to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Council, & others!



Second Friday Social - October 2025
Join us to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Council, & others!

Second Friday Social - November 2025
Join us to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Council, & others!

Second Friday Social - December 2025
Join us to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Council, & others!

Second Friday Social - June 2025
Join us to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Council, & others!

Lost in Clovers (acoustic) at SMC Arts Council
A little bit indy with a whole lot of eclectic vibes, Lost in Clovers returns for a one evening only First Friday performance!
St. Mary’s County Arts Council welcomes back Laura and Jake Belmonte for a two hour show full of their unique sounds and instruments (yes, Laura will play the saw)!
Drawing from a synthesis of their Romanian and Filipino roots, our talented duo bring their unique and captivating melodies to each and every show. This is a FREE event!



Special First Friday Hours
Due to our fundraiser event the evening prior, we will be open on First Friday, June 6th for special hours from 3 to 8 PM. Regular hours will continue the following day.
Featured events:
5-8 PM Opening Reception for the Sugar Madness Art Show
5-8 PM Meet & Greet w/ Annise Jefferson (SoMD Sugar Show Co-founder)
6-8 PM Lost in Clovers (acoustic) playing live at St. Mary’s County Arts Council!

2025 SMC Arts Council Fundraiser!
St. Mary’s County Arts Council has partnered with the Port of Leonardtown Winery for the first ever Wine Label Design Contest for the brand new Bubbly Noir wine release. Meet contest winner Bernard T. Matus and celebrate 15 years of Port of Leonardtown Winery’s tasting room, all whilst supporting the St. Mary’s County Arts Council! Enjoy live music with the GrooveSpan Duo, food and beverages, art activities, a silent auction, plus more!
Purchase your ticket soon for our fundraiser event Uncorked & Unveiled in benefit of St. Mary’s County Arts Council and our many community programs, public art projects, scholarships, and more. Find additional details here.



Mandala Coaster Coloring Event
Join us for a fun art activity! Color a coaster and take it home with you!
>$5 donation per coaster.
>All supplies provided.
>Saturday, May 24, 2025 from 1-3 PM (while supplies last).
This event is part of the RenFest SoMD weekend festivities. Learn more here!


Second Friday Social - May 2025
Meet the SMC Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Council, & others!






Mandala Coaster Coloring Event
Join us for a fun art activity! Color a coaster and take it home with you!
>$5 donation per coaster.
>All supplies provided.
>Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 1-3 PM (while supplies last).
This event is part of the Green & Serene Day events in Leonardtown, in celebration of Earth Day, Wellness Day, and International Dance Day. Learn more here.


Second Friday Social - April 2025
Join us to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Council, & others!


Superhero Art Show - Opening Reception
Join us on First Friday, April 4th for a super evening at St. Mary’s County Arts Council!

Dreamscapes - Call for Art Closes
Last day to submit for our upcoming community art show!

Second Friday Social - March 2025
Join us to meet the St. Mary’s County Arts Council staff, local artists, friends of the Council, & others!

SMC Gallery & Gift Shop Closed
Our Gallery & Gift Shop is closed on Saturday, March 8th. Find us at the STEAM event at the Pax River Naval Air Museum!

Youth Art Month 2025 - Opening Reception
Support local youth artists by coming to the opening reception for Youth Art Month!

Meet & Greet w/ Hayden Williams
Meet entrepreneur Hayden Williams at the reception for our Youth Art Month Art Show!

Dreamscape Call for Art Opens!
The Call for Art opens for our upcoming community art show!

Last Day to Submit!
Interpretation of “superhero” is up to the artist! Submit your art piece by March 5th!

Last Day to Apply for Scholarships!
High school seniors continuing their studies in The Arts are encouraged to apply for a scholarship!
