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Maryland Seafood Festival Brings Crabs and Thrills to Sandy Point

The Maryland Seafood Festival will be Sept. 7-8 at Sandy Point State Park in Broadneck.

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A tasty and entertaining tradition returns to Sandy Point State Park in September with the 46th Annual Maryland Seafood Festival.

This year's festival is set to feature a host of new attractions in addition to what's already made the event a destination for seafood lovers. There will be a variety of food vendors, contests, arts and crafts, activities for the children and live entertainment.

New for the 2013 event are:

  • Maryland Watermen’s demonstrations to include Chesapeake Crab Skiff races and other bay watercraft activities.
  • Crab Derby
  • Women's Extreme Volleyball Professionals (EVP)
  • King BMX Stunt show 
  • Live musical performances from the Reagan Years, Chesapeake Steel Drum Band and the Kelly Bell Band along with other regional favorites. 
  • Craft booths
  • Popular chef food demonstrations
  • Interactive exhibits  
The event will be Sept. 7-8 at Sandy Point State Park in Broadneck. Check the official website for more details and a full schedule of events. 

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