We love our state.

Not only is Maryland beautiful, it’s filled with character, charm, and plenty of endearing quirks. On Sunday, August 10, 2025 the annual Made In Maryland Festival will celebrate all the unique offerings of our marvelous state while also supporting local entrepreneurship. 

From artisans, crafters, live jousting, food vendors, local wines and craft brews, live entertainment and beyond, here’s what ticket holders can expect during this exciting Maryland-themed afternoon along the Chesapeake Bay:

• • Variety of master artisans & crafters featuring Maryland-themed products and beyond
  • Food trucks offering Maryland culinary staples 
  • Live jousting demonstrations
  • Handcrafted signature cocktails
  • Regional wines and craft brews
  • Live entertainment
  • Children’s activities
  • Parking is plentiful and complimentary

Kurtz’s Beach

Located in Pasadena, Maryland, Kurtz’s Beach originally opened 92 years ago as a bathing beach. Today, the family-owned and operated venue hosts a variety of events, from weddings to fundraisers to festivals and more. The property boasts outdoor pavilions, a sprawling 20-acre field, a renovated indoor facility, a bay-front gazebo/patio area, and more. www.kurtzsbeach.com 

The Wine Festival at Kurtz’s Beach 

Kurtz’s Beach is also home to the Wine Festival at Kurtz’s Beach. Now in its tenth year, The Wine Festival at Kurtz’s Beach has become Anne Arundel County’s premier wine and food festival that brings together the region’s finest wineries, breweries, food vendors and artisans each October. This year’s festival will take place October 18-19, 2025. For information on being a vendor or sponsor, please visit www.thewinefestkb.com. Check out the video from our past festival below!