The third annual RisuCon comic convention will be held at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg on Saturday, October 4, 2025. The event will feature a vendor hall, cosplay contests, anime screenings, game tournaments, crafting workshops, and more. (more…)
The Maryland Attorney General’s Independent Investigations Division is investigating a fatal shooting by a Howard County police officer after a man armed with a spear allegedly advanced toward officers during a response to a reported stabbing in Columbia on June 9, 2025. (more…)
The sailing lifestyle starts with a single moment. A breeze filling the sails. A quiet morning on the Bay. A weekend exploring new places with nothing but the horizon ahead.
For generations, the Chesapeake Bay has inspired sailors with its protected waters, charming waterfront towns, and endless opportunities to explore. It’s a place where a short afternoon sail can become a lifelong passion, and where every trip on the water offers a new adventure.
Every fall, the Annapolis Sailboat Show brings that lifestyle within reach.
From October 15–18, downtown Annapolis transforms into a celebration of sailing, bringing together beautiful sailboats, passionate sailors, industry experts, and waterfront experiences in America’s sailing capital.
Walk the docks, step aboard sailboats from around the world, discover new designs, connect with the sailing community, and imagine where the wind could take you next. You don’t have to be an experienced sailor to enjoy the show. You just have to be curious.
The Annapolis Sailboat Show offers a rare opportunity to experience the sailing world all in one place. Explore sleek performance sailboats built for adventure. Step aboard comfortable cruising yachts designed for weekend escapes. Discover spacious catamarans that offer a new way to experience life on the water.
Every boat represents a different possibility.
Maybe it’s learning to sail for the first time. Maybe it’s planning weekend adventures on the Chesapeake. Maybe it’s simply discovering a new passion you never knew you had. Walk the docks, talk with sailing experts, and explore the boats, brands, and resources that can help make sailing part of your story.
The Annapolis Sailboat Show is more than an event. It’s a celebration of the people, places, and experiences that make sailing special.
Beyond the docks, visitors can experience the best of fall in Annapolis. Stroll historic brick-lined streets, enjoy waterfront dining, browse local shops, and take in views of sailboats moving through the harbor.
Throughout the show grounds, connect with sailing organizations, charter companies, outfitters, and marine experts who help make the sailing lifestyle more accessible. It’s a weekend filled with discovery, community, and the unmistakable energy of a city built around the water.
For many people, sailing is a dream they’ve always wanted to explore but didn’t know where to begin. The Annapolis Sailboat Show helps turn curiosity into confidence.
Take part in educational opportunities designed for every level of experience, including the First Sail Workshop for beginners, Cruisers University for in-depth sailing education, and free daily seminars led by experienced sailors and industry experts.
Whether you’re stepping aboard for the first time or building the skills to go farther, these programs provide the knowledge and confidence to enjoy more time on the water.
Sailing is about more than the boat.
It’s the quiet morning sail. The sunset over the harbor. The weekend escape with friends. The feeling of discovering somewhere new. The Annapolis Sailboat Show brings together the boats, people, and possibilities that make the sailing lifestyle so rewarding.
Come step aboard, meet the sailing community, and discover where your next adventure begins.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded early Wednesday morning around 1:45 a.m. to the 3400 block of Robey Terrace in Burtonsville for an automatic fire alarm. (more…)
Metro has announced service information for the Army 250th Birthday Parade and Celebration activities on Saturday, June 14th.
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October 10 & 11, 2026
The MoCo Epic is a festival celebrating mountain biking, natural surface trails, and the community that makes this region a great place to ride! 2026 marks the 16th anniversary of the MoCo Epic.
UPDATE: Colby Rosenblatt has been located safe and unharmed. Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 3rd District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating […]
ISI Elite Training is now open at 9734 Traville Gateway in Rockville. The facility is owned and operated by Jonny and Sarah Layne, Darnestown residents and parents of two, who say they’re passionate about promoting health and wellness in their community. (more…)
On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, the Montgomery County Board of Education approved the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Operating Budget for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS).
Mandalay Restaurant & Café, the beloved Burmese restaurant located at 930 Bonifant Street in Silver Spring, is asking for support as it faces declining business due to ongoing Purple Line construction. (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold a public open house on June 18 at Walter Johnson High School to present the North Bethesda Flash Bus Rapid Transit Planning Study and gather community input on proposed transit improvements between Westfield Montgomery Mall and the North Bethesda Metro Station.
According to its social media post, the Blair High School branch of Students FAIR (Students For Asylum and Immigration Reform)– Montgomery County student-run organization that advocates for, organizes, and fights for the rights of Maryland immigrant youth and families– has organized a walkout following the deportation of a classmate.
A DC woman pleaded guilty in Prince George’s County Circuit Court to felony theft and insurance fraud after stealing over $430,000 through fraudulent claims, following an investigation led by the Maryland Attorney General’s Office and Maryland Insurance Administration. (more…)