Upcoming Events
Looking forward to another year of exciting events! This page is updated throughout the year as we add more events to the list.
Spread the word, hope to see you there, and if you can't join us at the events we keep the online store updated with everything we have to offer and we always take custom orders throughout the year.
52nd Annual Arbutus Arts Festival
Sunday May 18th
10am - 5pm
Event Highlights:
- Browse a variety of handmade arts and crafts
- Enjoy delicious food and drink
- Listen to live local music
- Relax in the beer garden or taste locally-made liquor
- Children's Corner with so much to see and do
About the Festival: Celebrating 52 years, the Arbutus Arts Festival is a cherished tradition for generations of Marylanders. It’s the premier one-day arts and crafts show in the Baltimore/Washington area, offering something for everyone.
59th Annual Balticon
Friday May 23rd - Monday May 26th
Whether you love science with your fiction or costumes with your books, we do too! While our central theme is writing, literature, and authors, our dynamic program has something everyone can appreciate. Join over fifteen hundred fans of all backgrounds as we gather to celebrate Science Fiction and Fantasy with more than 300 hours of diverse programming, from award-winning authors and publishers to twitch live-streamers, from cosplay experts to renowned scientists and tech innovators. Sing along with our filkers, soak in our stunning Art Show and Masquerade, laugh and cry at our Film Festival. We’ve got something for everyone.
Balticon exists to celebrate the creation and appreciation of science fiction and fantasy in all its expressions, by bringing together fans of all backgrounds in a warm, welcoming environment.
Balticon’s Dealers Room is like a pop-up mini mall of geeky goodness. You’ll find an assortment of vendors with all sorts of fannish delights, including books, games and gaming accessories, collectibles, clothing, jewelry, crafts, and more!
Just outside the Dealers Room, you’ll find Artists Alley, where you can meet the artists behind the tables, browse a selection of fine art and handcrafted goods, and even commission custom art!
Dealer's Room hours are:
Fri 2pm - 7pm
Sat 10am - 7pm
Sun 10am - 7pm
Mon 10am - 2pm
Glen Burnie Farmer's Market
Thursday June 26th
Thursday July 24th
Thursday August 21st
Thursday September 11th
4pm - 7pm
Glen Burnie Town Center
101 North Crain Highway, Glen Burnie MD, 21061
Come support local crafters and small businesses Thursdays this summer at the Glen Burnie Farmer's Market. There will be food trucks every week, and a variety of artisans. Check out the link below for updates and spread the word.
GIBA Springfest
Saturday July 12th
Sunday July 13th
9am - 4pm (both days)
Maryland's LARGEST and TOP RATED Christmas in July craft show! Are you a lover of all things Christmas? Come out to attend the Christmas in July event Featuring one‑of‑a‑kind handcrafted decorations, gifts and more Everything you need to get a jump start on the most magical holiday. Crafters/Artist will offer a wide variety of handmade art in mediums including clothing/textiles/fiber, food and beverage, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, painting & prints, photography, pottery/clay, printmaking, and wood. Plus many other handmade crafts and gift items. there's something for everyone!
July 12-13, 2025 9AM-4PM both days
ALL INDOORS WITH AIR CONDITIONING!!!
FREE PARKING! FREE KIDS ADMISSION! for kids 12 & under $5 for adults
THE 2ND BUILDING WILL BE OPEN AGAIN THIS YEAR! ADDING ANOTHER 50+ VENDORS! THERE WILL HAVE 225+ VENDORS!
Kids Activities - Visit Santa, Petting Zoo, Moon Bounce, Face painting, Fairy Hair, Sand Art, and butterfly feeding.
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