In celebration of Independence Day, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum will host Big Band Night on July 1, inviting guests to bring lawn chairs and picnic blankets for an evening of music, dancing, and fireworks along the Miles River.
The Shades of Blue Orchestra brings its signature sound starting at 7pm, and CBMM’s waterfront campus offers a great vantage point to enjoy the St. Michaels fireworks, which begin at dusk that evening. The rain date for the concert and fireworks is July 2.
Food, ice cream, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase during the event, which is generously sponsored by Eastern Shore Tents & Events. Guests can also bring their own food and beverages to enjoy during the concert.
CBMM’s Welcome Center will open at 6pm for guests to enter campus for Big Band Night. For safety reasons, non-service dogs need to be kept home during CBMM festivals, including Big Band Night. Admission is $6 for CBMM members and $10 for non-members, with children ages 5 and under, plus active and retired military, free.
Big Band Night
Saturday, July 1 – 7-10pm
(Rain Date: July 2)