Local Festivals Ignite Summer Evenings

Don't just sit around in the heat this summer! If you're going to burn up, you might as well have some fun by enjoying the outdoors, food and maybe some live music at a local festival. Check out these summer festivals in the area and add your own favorites in the comments section.

July 10, 17, 24, 31: Downs Park Bayside Summer Concert Series
in Pasadena hosts a variety of concerts throughout the summer, including performances by several Navy bands. Genres range from Top 40 music to Motown to acoustic rock.

August 20: Chesapeake Pride Festival
This pride festival in Edgewater includes a car show, live music and other events.

August 26 - September 5: Maryland State Fair 
This popular state fair includes special guest musicians Selena Gomez, Blake Shelton and All Time Low.

August 27, 28, September 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, October 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23: Maryland Renaissance Festival 
Who hasn't heard of the Maryland Ren Fest? Thousands of people visit every year. There are food, music, shows and all sorts of other activities available.

September 16: Anne Arundel County Fair
A number of country-themed events take place at this fair each year, such as tractor pulls and crafting. The fair also hosts a number of other attractions, including a performance by country music artist Rodney Atkins.