🎡 Harford County Farm Fair Returns This Week

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After a busy few weeks in Bel Air consisting of 4th of July celebrations, food festivals & more, I’ve got a laid back weekend of events for you. The Farm Fair starts this weekend. Plus, movie nights & paint nights to beat the heat (and maybe the rain).

And if you’re so inclined, you can grab a bite at some of the restaurants participating in Baltimore County’s Restaurant Week. Some names you might know, like Mountain Branch Grille and Barrett’s on the Pike are also participating. (I don’t make the rules, I just write the newsletter 🤷)

Scroll down, make plans, and enjoy your weekend!

P.S. I just launched: belairmdrestaurants.com — a new directory with 150+ Bel Air & surrounding area restaurants. And I would love your feedback!

You can search by cuisine, location, and more. And it’s totally free (just login to the site with your email when prompted).

Check it out, search your favorite spots, and let me know what you think — The goal was to create the most comprehensive, easiest to navigate site in the area while helping LOCAL restaurants get found easier!

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Things To Do This Weekend In Bel Air & Surrounding Areas

Family Fun

🎬 Summer Movie Night
📅 Friday, July 18 | 7PM-9:30PM
📍 Shamrock Park, Lee Way and McCormick Street, Bel Air
Bring your chairs or blankets and enjoy a free outdoor movie night at Shamrock Park. This is a family-friendly event.

🎨 Drop in Family Paint Night
📅 Friday, July 18 | 5PM-7PM
📍 Jarrettsville Creamery & Deli, 1747 Jarrettsville Rd, Jarrettsville
Join us for a family drop-in Paint Night! Create mixed media ice cream paintings on canvas. All ages welcome.

🚜 Harford County Farm Fair
📅 Saturday, July 19-July 26th
📍 Harford County Equestrian Center, 608 N. Tollgate Road, Bel Air
The 2025 Harford County Farm Fair returns with live music, local food, and unique vendors. Bring the whole family to meet the animals, take in the sights, and celebrate Harford County’s agricultural roots.

Food & Drink

🍓 Bel Air Farmers Market
📅 Saturday, July 19th | 8 AM–12 PM
📍 2 South Bond St, Bel Air
8AM: Harford Vineyard & Double Groove Brewing… 9AM: Sean O’Brien, Live Music Guest… Shop fresh local produce, breads, meats, and crafts.

🧺 Havre de Grace Farmers Market
📅 Saturday, July 19th | 8:30AM–12 PM
📍 700 Pennington Ave, Havre de Grace
Support local vendors and pick up artisan eats and goods.

🍷 Music in the Vineyard at Fiore
📅 Sunday, July 20 | 1PM-4PM
📍 Fiore Winery & Distillery, 3026 Whiteford Rd, Pylesville, MD
Enjoy live music from Justin Sage in the scenic setting of Fiore Winery & Distillery. Relax with local wines and good company in a beautiful atmosphere.

🌺 Legion Post 47 Luau
📅 Sunday, July 20 | 5PM-8PM
📍 American Legion Post 47, 501 St. John Street, Havre de Grace
Join Legion Post 47 for a Hawaiian-themed party filled with food, music, and festive activities.

Music & Entertainment

🎶 Feather & Flask @ Havre de Grace Farmer’s Market
📅 Saturday, July 19 | 9AM
📍 700 Pennington Ave, Havre de Grace
Enjoy a special acoustic set as music starts at 9! Join us for a great morning at the market!

🎤 HFS ROCKS NORTH BAY MARINA
📅 Saturday, July 19 | 4PM-8PM
📍 North Bay Marina, 510 Riviera Drive, Joppa
Join us at North Bay Marina for an exciting event! Don’t miss out on the fun!

🎸 MIGGS | Natalie’s Seafood
📅 Friday, July 18 | 7:30PM
📍 Natalies Seafood Kitchen, 2315 Belair Road, Unit B2, Fallston
Rising Country Star MIGGS debuts at Natalie’s Seafood! Join for a night of good country music and fun. Grab friends and come early for an unforgettable weekend kick-off!

🎼 Summer Concert Series
📅 Sunday, July 20 | 7PM-8:15PM
📍 Shamrock Park, 39 N Hickory Ave, Bel Air
Enjoy a free concert as part of the Town of Bel Air Summer Concert Series. Bring a blanket or chair for an evening of entertainment!

For more live music on the schedule this weekend, check out the “Live Music In Harford County” facebook group…

Local News & Happenings

📚 Bel Air Author Wins “Best Local Author” Again
Harford County’s own Jennifer Vido has been named “Best Local Author” by Baltimore Magazine readers for the second year in a row. The romance novelist says the support from her hometown means everything. Read More…

🎡 Harford County Farm Fair Returns This Week
The Harford County Farm Fair is back from July 19–26 with live music, food vendors, animal exhibits, carnival rides, and more. Held at the Equestrian Center in Bel Air, it’s one of the biggest family events of the summer. Read More…

🚑 Harford County ER Doctor Turns Hero Into a Lesson
Dr. Lisa Thomas, the ER physician who saved a woman’s life during school pickup last year, returned to the school to to speak with students about the lifesaving power of CPR. Her goal? Empower the next generation to step up when it matters most. Read More…

Date Night Spot Of The Week

The Hickory Lodge (Bel Air)

📍2119 Conowingo Rd, Bel Air

Looking for a date night that’s relaxed but still feels like a night out? The Hickory Lodge in Bel Air fits the bill. It’s got that cozy log cabin feel—stone fireplaces, wood beams, fire pits outside, and live music or DJs most weekends.

Start with the Conowingo crab dip or rockfish bites, then dig into local favorites like bacon-wrapped meatloaf, pecan-crusted salmon, Alpine fries, or the cajun chicken & shrimp. The drinks are solid too—craft cocktails, cold beer, and a decent wine list.

Service is friendly and the whole place feels inviting without trying too hard. It gets busy on the weekends, so plan ahead if you don’t want to wait.

P.S. If you’re a sucker for a good happy hour like I am, this is a spot to put on your list.

Click here to explore their menu!

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🏡 House Hunch Harford County

Can you guess the price of this real estate listing based on just a few photos?

Here’s a hint: 6 bd, 3.5 ba, 4,080sq ft on a 0.24‑acre lot in the Roberts Crossing community, with a finished basement, 3‑car garage, cathedral ceilings, sunroom, loft, fireplace, mudroom—and it’s brand-new construction built in 2025!

What’s your guess?

• $749,900

• $875,000

• $934,999

• $995,000

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