Special Events

This special Inaugural Celebration Tour of Historic Annapolis will feature the rich history of African-Americans in Annapolis and their impact nationally and internationally. Guests will be invited to stroll through celebrated, historic Annapolis accompanied by a colonial-attired guide who will combine the best of Watermark’s Three Centuries Walking Tour (actually now Four Centuries) and highlights from its African-American Heritage Tour which was developed in partnership with The Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Foundation. Key historical sites include the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Memorial, Thurgood Marshall Memorial and the State House.

Sunday, January 18th and Monday, January 19th at 10:00am departing from the Visitors Center at 26 West Street, Annapolis

$16/Adults, $4/Children 3-11 and free for Children 2 and under.

"2006 Heritage Award Winner"

In Partnership with the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Foundation

Explore the African-American history and culture of Annapolis as you visit key historical sites including the Thurgood Marshall Memorial and the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Memorial.

Visit our Tours page for regularly scheduled African-American Heritage Tours.

1:00-3:00pm departing from the Information Booth at the Annapolis City Dock
$16/Adult, $4/Child ages 3-11, 2 & under free

Cruise across the bay to St. Michael's for the St. Michael's Food and Wine Festival. Observe gourmet chefs giving recipe demonstrations, attend wine seminars, and wine and spirits tastings. Ticket includes round-trip transportation and admission to the festival, as well as admission to all exhibits at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. Guests must be 21 or older to enter Food & Wine Festival tents.

9:30am-5:30pm aboard Lady Sarah
$110 per person
Departure Location: Annapolis City Dock

Experience this exciting air show performed by elite Navy pilots over the Severn River.

2 hour cruise
$45.00/Adult, $30.00/Child ages 3-11, 2 & under free

Enjoy the best seat in town for the spectacular fireworks show. Snacks included. Cash bar.
7:30pm-10:30pm

July 3: $40.00/Adult, $20.00/Child ages 3-11, 2 & under free
July 4: $45.00/Adult, $25.00/Child ages 3-11, 2 & under free

There's nothing better than cruising the Bay, watching Wednesday night sailboat races, and eating crabs. Price includes crab feast, cruise, and one complimentary beer.

7:00-9:00pm aboard Harbor Queen
$75.00/Adult, $62/Child

Don't miss out on the last Crab Feast of the summer. There's nothing better than cruising the Bay, watching Wednesday night sailboat races, and eating crabs. Price includes crab feast, cruise, and one complimentary beer.

7:00-9:00pm aboard Harbor Queen
$75.00/Adult, $62/Child

Back by popular demand! Join pirate Captain Marcus Waters on this annual three-hour cruise. Costumes welcome. Lively reggae music by Orlando Phillips. Food available for purchase. Be sure to get your tickets early!

8:00–11:00 pm onboard Harbor Queen departing Annapolis City Dock
$40.00 per person - includes one Rum Punch

As the sun sets and darkness wraps the streets of historic, and some say, haunted Annapolis, a colonial-attired guide will lead you on a journey sharing tales by candlelight of the spirits who dwell in the town's 18th century buildings and may linger in the mist.Including the William Paca House.

7:00-9:00pm
Departs from the Museum Store (77 Main St.).
$20/adult, $14/child ages 3-11

Welcome the holidays with an evening stroll through historic Annapolis. Glowing lanterns light your way as you stroll around Maryland's historic state capital. Our guides in colonial attire will help you bring the joys of the holidays to life.

7:00-8:00pm
Tour departs from the Information Booth at the Annapolis City Dock (1 Dock St)
$16 per adult, $10 per child ages 3-11, 2 & under free