Following are major local events for the month of October. These events typically occur every year. However, unforseen events may cause a cancellation or a date or location change. Be sure to visit the interactive Community Calendar for the comprehensive list of local events.
The Blessing of the Fleet takes place on the grounds of the St. Clement's Island-Potomac River Museum in Colton's Point, at the end of Route 242. In addition to the many land-based events for the pageant, boat trips are available to the island. The Blessing of the Fleet offers many activities for all ages. The traditional blessing of the boats is preceded by a mass celebrating the first said on the island by Father Andrew White after the successful conclusion of the voyage from England by Maryland's first settlers in March, 1634. Held annually on the first full weekend in October. If you've never been to the blessing, take a look at our photo gallery to get a feel for the event.
Patuxent River Appreciation Days (PRAD) is a festival, which creates awareness, recognition, and promotion of the economic, social, recreational, cultural and historical impact of the tributaries and environs of the Patuxent River and the basin through which it flows. The festival is held annually on Columbus Day Weekend.
Did you know that Southern Maryland is the Oyster Shucking Capitol of the World? Every year people come from all over the world to attend the Oyster Festival and enter the National Oyster Shucking Championship, held right at the Leonardtown Fairgrounds. If you've never been to the festival, take a look at our photo & video gallery to get a feel for the event.
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