In The Spotlight

On October 28th, a mural dedication was held at 115 North Bond Street to celebrate the completion of the mural that honors Harford County Medal of Honor recipient Alfred B. Hilton.  Many members of the community came together to bring this beautiful piece to Bel Air which honors the rich…

Maryland Center for the Arts hosted another successful Harford Plein Air event this past weekend. We love seeing the work that the juried artists created in Harford County over the last few months and having the opportunity to keep those painting in homes across the area. Paintings of pastoral settings,…

The Bel Air Festival for the Arts will be held on Sunday, September 19, 2021 and is one of the most anticipated events of the year in Bel Air. Featuring over 350 juried artisans from across the mid-Atlantic, the Festival brings the community together to share a love of quality…

Sunday nights in the summer are for live music in Bel Air! Whether you prefer acoustic guitars, big band, or jazz, the Town of Bel Air welcomes you with a variety of free concerts this summer! We have a long-standing tradition of offering great outdoor musical entertainment in the Arts…

The Maryland State Arts Council and the Maryland Department of Commerce announced Tuesday, June 1, 2021 that Bel Air has been re-designated as an Arts & Entertainment District through June 30, 2031.  Bel Air is one of 29 districts in the State of Maryland. Encompassing approximately 98 acres in the…

The Bel Air Farmers’ Market is headed into its 46th season. In a County known for its rich agricultural history, it will come as no surprise that there are over 50 vendors that participate in the weekly tradition in downtown Bel Air.   If you’ve never attended the weekly Bel…

It’s back! The Harford Artists’ Association kicks off the New Year with its annual Starving Artists Exhibit at their gallery in Bel Air. With its location just off Main Street behind the Armory, Harford Artists Gallery is just steps away from other great shopping at Armory Marketplace and throughout downtown Bel Air. Plus, it’s a great place to visit on a winter afternoon before or after you enjoy a meal at one of Bel Air’s many local eateries.

Downtown Bel Air is a beacon of hope and light this holiday season with thousands of warm white lights that create an enchanting stroll down Main Street.  Lights will be on every evening from 5-10pm now through January 1, 2021. Plus, Saturdays through December 19th, enjoy a (socially distanced) visit with Santa, live entertainment and a horse drawn carriage ride through…

With the holiday season right around the corner, now is the time to consider something unique, personal, and creative for the most important people in our lives. The Town of Bel Air Arts & Entertainment District is proud to support Artists Sunday November 29, 2020, an art-focused shopping day that…

Strolling down Main Street, you may have noticed a recent addition to the newly renovated building at 122 North Main Street.  Now the home of Willow and Waves Salon, owned by Gretchen Amrein, who is a native of Harford County, the building not only received an updated façade but also includes the latest addition to Bel Air’s public…