Jimmy Buffett Beach Blast + Labor Day Weekend Fun

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I’ll be attempting to take my 1 yr old (he was only 9 months when I started this… time flies!) to the Maryland State Fair this weekend. If you’ve been this year, reply to this email and pass along any stops we should make sure to hit!

Labor Day Weekend is packed! We’ve got a Jimmy Buffett Beach Blast… the End of Summer Downtown Bel Air Block Party… Pirate Parties… and tons of live music.

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Things To Do This Weekend In Bel Air & Surrounding Areas

Food & Drink

🏝️ Jimmy Buffett Day Beach Blast
📅 Saturday, August 30th | 2 PM–6 PM
📍 Independent Brewing Company, 418 N Main St, Bel Air
Parrotheads unite! Celebrate Labor Day weekend with cheeseburgers in paradise from Crossroads Bistro, craft beers, frozen slushies, and Jimmy’s greatest hits spun by Suburban Hi-Fi. Hawaiian shirts, flip-flops, and island vibes highly encouraged.

🌺 Hawaiian Luau & Pig Roast at Falling Branch Brewery
📅 Saturday, August 30th | 1 PM–8 PM
📍 Falling Branch Brewery, 825 Highland Rd, Street
Uncle’s Hawaiian Grindz brings back the luau with a full pig roast, island eats, live music, luau dancers, and even the We Rock on Wheels mobile kids gym. Free admission—just pay for the food and drinks you want.

🦐 Shrimp Boil with the band Last Call
📅 Saturday, August 30th | 6 PM
📍 Jarrettsville Manor Memorial VFW Post 8672, 1714 Morse Rd, Jarrettsville
Seafood, music, and laid-back atmosphere with a live band.

🎆 End of Summer Fest & Cornival
📅 Friday, August 29th – Monday, September 1st | Times vary daily
📍 Hopkins Farm Brewery, 3833 Rider Ln, Havre de Grace
Celebrate Labor Day weekend with four days of beer, food trucks, and live music. Saturday brings the 5th Annual Cornival with the “Shuck Yeah” Corn Lager release, and Sunday closes out summer with fireworks at 9 PM. Daily food vendors, seltzer slushies, and a stacked lineup of bands keep the party going all weekend.

Family Fun

🎉 End of Summer Downtown Bel Air Block Party
📅 Friday, August 29th – Sunday, August 31st | Regular Store Hours
📍 Downtown Bel Air, starting at The Pink Silhouette, 54 N Main St, Bel Air
Celebrate the holiday weekend with three days of shopping, leis, and local charm. Participating stores include The Pink Silhouette, Texture & Tuft, Apricot Lane Boutique, John’s Men’s Clothing, The Nest on Main, and Stalefish Board Co. Free leis while supplies last!

🛍️ August Monthly Market
📅 Friday, August 29th – Sunday, August 31st | 10 AM–5 PM
📍 The Painted Mill, 1119 Main St, Fallston
Kick off fall browsing unique furniture, décor, and seasonal outfits at this three-day market. A one-stop shop for home finds and fresh looks in the heart of Fallston.

🌸 “Come Inside” Open House at Ladew Gardens
📅 Friday, August 29th | 11 AM–3 PM
📍 Ladew Topiary Gardens, Monkton
Stroll beautiful gardens, explore exhibits, enjoy nature and design in a historic setting.

🏴‍☠️ Pirate Party Family Fun Night
📅 Friday, August 29th | 5 PM–8 PM
📍 Jarrettsville Creamery & Deli, 1747 Jarrettsville Rd, Jarrettsville
Ahoy, mateys! A family-friendly evening packed with a treasure hunt, pirate hat and eyepatch crafts, and plenty of swashbuckling fun. Costumes encouraged—bring your crew and join the adventure!

🧇 Wafflemania at Edgewood Creamery
📅 Saturday, August 30th | 10 AM–6 PM
📍 Edgewood Creamery, 701 Edgewood Rd, Edgewood
Celebrate the last Ice Cream & Waffles day of the summer with BOGO free waffles and ice cream. A sweet way to wrap up the season—bring a friend and dig in.

🛶 Kids-N-Kayaks
📅 Saturday, August 30th | 9:30 AM–12 PM
📍 Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, 700 Otter Point Rd, Abingdon
Hands-on water fun for the kids—kayaking, nature learning, and plenty of splash.

🍓 Bel Air Farmers Market
📅 Saturday, August 30th | 8 AM–12 PM
📍 2 South Bond St, Bel Air
8AM: Harford Vineyard & Falling Branch Brewery… 9AM: Jules Riser, Live Music Guest… Shop fresh local produce, breads, meats, and crafts.

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

Music & Entertainment

🏝️ Caribbean & Soul Music Festival
📅 Saturday, August 30th | 12 PM–8 PM
📍 Aberdeen Festival Park, 34 North Philadelphia Boulevard, Aberdeen
Vibes, rhythm, good food, and vendors. All-day festival—bring the energy.

🍷 Music in the Vineyard at Fiore
📅 Sunday, August 31st | 1 PM–4 PM
📍 Fiore Winery & Distillery, 3026 Whiteford Road, Pylesville
Chill afternoon with live tunes from Greg Shinn, wine, and scenic vineyard views.

🎪 Horror Circus On Ice
📅 Sunday, August 31st | 6 PM–10 PM
📍 Bel Air Armory, 37 N. Main St, Bel Air
Something off-the-wall—ice skating, circus acts, spooky theme.

Oracle Labor Day Patio Dance Party @ Barrel House Live
📅 Saturday, August 30th | 7-11PM
📍 Fallston Barrel House, 2403 Bel Air Rd, Fallston

Tim Gilliams Duo @ Looney’s Pub
📅 Saturday, August 30th | 5-9PM
📍 Looney’s Pub, 312 S Main St, Bel Air’

The Rescue Party on the Patio @ Hickory Lodge
📅 Monday, September 1st | 3PM
📍 Hickory Lodge, 2119 Conowingo Rd, Bel Air

Never Never Labor Day Bash @ Flying Point Marina
📅 Monday, September 1st | 2PM
📍 Flying Point Marina, 324 Flying Point Road, Edgewood

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

Pet Of The Week

Have a furry, feathered, or scaly friend you’re proud of? Send a photo and a few fun facts, and we might feature them in an upcoming issue. It’s a fun way to share smiles with the community and discover local pet resources along the way.

This week’s reader submission is: Roxy

“Meet Roxy (5, Redbone Coonhound) - Roxy is a rescue from Georgia. This is the sweetest breed of dog we have ever had. She loves hiking anywhere anytime. She also loves her treats and basking in the sunshine. But will forgo these comforts to chase a squirrel.”

Local News & Happenings

❤️ K&B Bridals Hosts “Salute to Love” for Military Brides
K&B Bridals in Bel Air is giving free wedding dresses to active-duty service members, veterans, and their fiancées during its upcoming “Salute to Love” event. The shop says it’s a way to honor those who serve while easing the stress of wedding planning. Read more…

🎒 Jones Junction Collects Backpacks for Students
Jones Junction and Jones Toyota gathered backpacks filled with school supplies to help Harford County kids start the year strong. The effort eases the back-to-school costs for local families. Read more…

🏆 APGFCU’s Amber Askew Named to 40 Under 40
APG Federal Credit Union CFO Amber Askew was recognized on the Baltimore Business Journal’s 2025 “40 Under 40” list for her leadership and community impact. Read more…

🎨 Bel Air Festival for the Arts Moves to Sept. 14
The 58th Annual Bel Air Festival for the Arts will take place on Sunday, Sept. 14 at Shamrock Park, shifting a week earlier to avoid overlap with another local festival. Expect 300+ artists, live music, food, and family fun. Read more…

Date Night Spot Of The Week

Vagabond Sandwich Company (Bel Air)

📍111 Thomas Street, Bel Air

We’re keeping it laid-back and flavorful this week…

If your date night calls for a casual vibe with food that still packs a punch, Vagabond Sandwich Company in Bel Air hits the mark. Known for its creative, chef-driven menu, this local favorite takes classic comfort food and cranks it up a notch.

You’ll find crowd-pleasers like the Firebird Chicken Sandwich (crispy chicken tossed in house hot sauce with ranch and pickles), the Pork Belly Reuben (a twist on tradition with tender pork belly), and the Cuban stacked with roasted pork, ham, Swiss, and pickles pressed to perfection. Veggie lovers aren’t left out either—the Roasted Veggie Wrap delivers big flavor without the meat.

Pair your meal with their twice-fried boardwalk-style fries or keep it light with one of their fresh salads. Portions are generous, flavors are bold, and the vibe is always easygoing—making it the perfect spot for a fun, low-key date night.

Click here to check out their menu & plan your day or night…

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A local business committed to making a difference where it matters most, always donating a percentage of its monthly profits to local charities that serve veterans, families in need, and underserved residents of Harford County. Every cup poured supports not just a customer, but a cause—proving that great coffee can build a stronger community. We also provide catering. Located at 3700 Churchville Road in Aberdeen & 6617 Aberdeen Blvd @ Aberdeen Proving Ground. Check out the menu here: ScreamingBeanCafe.com, or call 443-286-6821. Click here to download the Screaming Bean mobile app.

🧘 Yoga Centric
Harford’s home yoga studio serving Bel Air with daily heated & non‑heated classes, aerial yoga, workshops, and 200‑hour teacher training. Intro deal: 30 Days for $30. Student/teacher discounts available. Visit yogacentricharford.com or call (410) 838‑1938 to start your practice today.

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