Bel Air Festival For The Arts Switches Dates For 2025

BEL AIR, MD — The 58th annual Bel Air Festival for the Arts will be held a bit earlier this fall but will still feature upwards of 300 artists, photographers and crafters.

Typically, the art festival - one of the largest one-day events in the region - is held on the third Sunday in September. But this year, it will be bumped up to the second Sunday in September, Sept. 14, to avoid any conflicts with St. Margaret's Fall Festival.

Artists at the Bel Air Festival for the Arts will have their artwork, photos or handmade crafts for sale. There also will be live music provided by local bands, food vendors and a beer garden, as well as activities for the children.

Exhibitors can still apply to be a part of the show. They have until Sept. 7 to submit an applicationonline. Volunteers to help behind the scenes at the show are need still, too. People can apply online for a volunteer spot.

The Bel Air Festival for the Arts will be held at Shamrock Park, 39 Hickory Avenue in Bel Air, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Fall Festival will be held from 4 to 10 p.m. on Sept. 19 and noon to 10 p.m. Sept. 20. at the school at 205 North Hickory Avenue in Bel Air. There will be items to purchase, a silent auction, a food truck, vendors, beer garden, games and activities.