Bel Air Arts & Entertainment District

Bel Air Spring Art Exhibition
2025-05-07 10:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-06 10:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-05 10:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-03 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-02 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Bel Air Library, 100 E. Pennsylvania Avenue, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Creativity is blooming in Bel Air this spring! This season, the Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission is proud to present the “Bel Air Spring Art Exhibition” in partnership with the Bel Air Branch of Harford County Public Library and Harford County Public Schools.

The exhibit captures the spirit of renewal, growth, and imagination — all beautifully reflected through the eyes of our talented local students at Homestead-Wakefield Elementary School, Bel Air Elementary School, Bel Air Middle School, and Bel Air High School.

The exhibit will be on display with FREE admission throughout the month of May in the Bel Air Library’s exhibit room (outside the passport office) during regular library hours.

To read more about this uplifting student art exhibit, visit the link below!

Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission Presents Student Art Exhibition at the Bel Air Library

Historical Society of Harford County
2025-05-07 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-05-06 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-05-01 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-04-30 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-04-29 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-04-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Historical Society of Harford County, 143 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Historical Society of Harford County
143 N. Main Street
Tuesday – Thursday 9 am – 3 pm and the 4th Saturday of each month 10 am -2 pm. Closed holiday weekends.
Local historical exhibits, maps, plats, photographs, genealogy and 1800s newspapers. Lectures, programs and social events throughout the year. $5.00 fee for non-members to conduct research in the facility. Call 410.838.7691 or visit www.harfordhistory.org

Drop-In Workshop Intuitive Mark Making Abstract Painting
2025-05-07 08:00 - 17:00 | MD
Drop-In Workshop Intuitive Mark Making Abstract Painting. Two Sessions Available!!
June 8 from 11 am to 1 pm or 2 to 4 pm at the Gallery at Harford Artists.
No pre-registration required. Class is limited to first 12 participants. $10/person with all supplies included.

Make 'Em Laugh: A FREE Musical Lecture Series
2025-05-06 09:45 - 12:00 | Bel Air Armory, 37 North Main Street, Suite 104, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA, bel air, MD, 21014, United States
They say that laughter is the best medicine! Join us for a FREE 2-Part Musical lecture series at the Bel Air Armory! The lecture series will be held on Tuesdays, May 6 and 13, 2025 from 9:45-Noon each day (there will be a short break). Participants only need to reserve a spot for May 6th and you are welcome to come to one or both dates.
In the serious pursuit of humor, Julie Kurzava compares and contrasts a wide range of songs, discussing the various ways songwriters have kept us entertained. She’ll be featuring some of her favorite writers such as Porter, Gershwin, Rodgers, Sondheim and a few surprises. Whether it be parody, slapstick, satire or comic relief, everyone can use a good laugh!
Julie Kurzava is a versatile performer who has worked professionally throughout the United States in theater, concert and opera. A classically trained singer, she is a graduate of Northwestern University (BM) and the Peabody Conservatory (MM). Ms. Kurzava is co-founder and Executive Director of New Moon Theater, a touring theater for young audiences. Formerly a faculty member of the Peabody Road Scholar program, she is a popular lecturer on Musical Theater and the American Songbook. Ms. Kurzava is currently on the music faculty at Loyola University Maryland.

This series is made possible through the Bel Air Arts and Entertainment District with a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council.
Parking is metered on Main Street and in the Parking Garage (Pennsylvania/Hickory Ave.) Doors will open at 9:30am.

Bel Air Community Band Spring Concert
2025-05-04 15:00 - 16:30 | Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street.
Variety of popular band music performed by the 85 member Bel Air Community Band. Broadway shows, classical, big band, and marches will be featured. May 4 from 3 – 4:30 pm. Admission is FREE. Visit www.belaircommunityband.org.

From Sheep to Wool
2025-05-04 13:00 - 16:00 | Hays House Museum, 324 Kenmore Ave , Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Hays House Museum, 324 Kenmore Avenue.
Come see how a sheep is sheared and how wool is turned into cloth. Help get the wool ready to spin! May 4 from 1-4 pm. Visit www.harfordhistory.org.

Harford Choral Society Spring Concert
2025-05-03 19:30 - 20:30 | St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air, 21014, United States
2025 Spring Concert

The spring program will feature the Fauré Requiem, Thompson’s Alleluia, The Road Home by Stephen Paulus, as well as timeless works by Brahms and Schubert.
This event will also feature our Silent Auction fundraiser. Find a nice treat for yourself or for Mother’s Day!

SOLD OUT- The Business of Art: Crafting a Business Plan for Artists
2025-05-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Bel Air Police Department Community Room, 39 N. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Are you dreaming of turning your passion for art into a thriving business? The Business of Art: Crafting a Business Plan for Artists will empower you to create a roadmap to a sustainable career in art!

Presented by Cindy Cisneros, a certified creativity coach, licensed mental health therapist, and professional artist, this class will be held on Saturday, May 3, from 11 am to noon in the Community Room of the Bel Air Police Department, 39 N. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, MD.

Admission is FREE, but pre-registration is required. Space is limited!
Sign up at the link below!
The Business of Art: Crafting a Business Plan for Artists Tickets, Sat, May 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM | Eventbrite

Sponsored by the Bel Air Arts & Entertainment District with a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council.

First Fridays
2025-05-02 17:30 - 20:00 | Downtown Parking Lot – 121 South Main Street, Bel Air, MD, United States
Come visit the “Heart of Harford” on the First Friday* of the month for Harford County’s best block party! Enjoy local live music, food trucks, artisan vendors, a beer and wine garden, activities for kids, and more! And while you’re here, be sure to shop at one of our many boutiques, explore the Bel Air Public Art Walk, or take a walk on the Ma & Pa Trail. First Friday ends at 8 p.m., but the fun doesn’t stop there; keep the party going at one of our pubs, restaurants or breweries.
2025 First Fridays
May 2, June 6, June 27* (Fourth Friday to replace July’s First Friday), August 1, September 5, October 3, and November 7
*Please note that due to Independence Day celebrations, July 2025’s First Friday (July 4) has been rescheduled to be a special June Fourth Friday and will be held June 27, 2025.

Plenty of parking is available throughout Downtown Bel Air at metered spaces and the Bel Air Parking Garage. All parking is free in Downtown Bel Air on weekends and after 5 pm on weekdays. Visitors may also use ParkMobile for shopping done before 5 pm.
Visit local retailers to take advantage of specials and discounts held at different stores, and eat at one of the many fabulous restaurants in Downtown Bel Air!
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Children's Book Sale
2025-05-02 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Bel Air Library, 100 E. Pennsylvania Avenue, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Bel Air Public Library, 100 E. Pennsylvania Avenue.
Children’s books, DVDs, and CDs. Everything is $o.50/each. Sponsored by the Friends of the Bel Air Library. May 2-3 from 10 am – 4 pm. For information, visit the Bel Air Friends of the Harford County Public Library Facebook page. Call 410-638-3151.

SOLD OUT - Fly Dance Fitness®Classes
2025-04-30 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-04-23 18:30 - 19:30 | Bel Air Armory, 37 North Main Street, Suite 104, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA, bel air, MD, 21014, United States
Join us for Fly Dance Fitness® – A down right, booty shakin’ dance fitness workout!

SOLD OUT

Fly Dance Fitness® is a down right booty shakin’ dance fitness workout! Each class incorporates fun, funky, easy to follow repetitive choreographed moves. This format combines cardiovascular exercise, agility and memory retention. One new routine will be taught step by step in each class. No dance experience needed. Wear tennis shoes.
This registration includes 4-weeks of class (April 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2025)–class is 6:30-7:30pm (doors open 6:10pm). Purchase one ticket (listed under the April 9th date) and you will be registered for all 4 weeks. The 4-week April pass is $40 and is a great deal at just about $10 per class! Must register online in advance of 4/9 at 2PM, when sales will close.
Taught by the ONLY Certified Fly Dance Instructor in Maryland, Tina is a wife, mom, Senior Associate of Finance/Owner of her family owned business. Tina’s passion for instructing group fitness began in 2011. Tina has always loved motivating her participants to challenge themselves, step out of their comfort zones, and just have FUN!! Tina has excelled her fitness training with running Spartan Races. She is currently certified in Fly Dance Fitness, Les Mills BodyPump, BodyJam, and Barre Intensity.

Exhibit: Joan Hodous – 75 Years of Art, A Retrospective at The Liriodendron
2025-04-30 13:00 - 17:00 | Liriodendron Mansion, 502 W. Gordon Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
The Liriodendron has the honor of featuring a retrospective of the works of Harford County Living Treasure Joan Henderson Hodous in celebration of her 90th birthday! This lifelong Harford County resident, teacher, artist, activist, poet, philanthropist, and visionary has developed a substantial body of work over more than 75 years inspired by her vibrant life of travel, the outdoors, love, and loss. Many of these works will be on display at the Liriodendron from April 30 through June 4.
The official opening of the exhibition will be on Mother’s Day – Sunday, May 11 from 11 am to 3 pm – but will be on view each Wednesday from 1 to 5 pm from April 30 through June 4. Private viewings may also be scheduled by contacting us at 410-879-4424 or info@liriodendron.com
For additional information, visit https://bit.ly/LirioGallery
Please note that, due to the historic nature of the Liriodendron venue, the 2nd floor gallery space can only be accessed by stairs.

Circus on Ice
2025-04-27 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-04-27 14:30 - 16:00 | Bel Air Armory, 37 North Main Street, Suite 104, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA, bel air, MD, 21014, United States
Join the great Circus On Ice! Come to the Bel Air Armory and enjoy their elegant ballet on Synthetic Ice combined with magnificent traditional circus acts. It is a magical performance for all ages! Two shows on Sunday, April 27. 2:30 pm & 5 pm.

Drop-In Workshop - Silk Floral in a Teacup and Saucer
2025-04-27 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-04-27 08:00 - 17:00 | The Gallery of Harford Artists, Armory Marketplace, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Silk Floral in a Teacup and Saucer Drop-In Workshop led by Marie Jenkins at The Gallery at Harford Artists.
Sunday, April 27 11-1 pm or 2-4 pm Two sessions to choose from!
No-preregistration required. Class is limited to the first 12 participants.
Cost is $10/person with all supplies included.

How to Research Your Historic Property, Presentation by Christiana Limniatis & Jacob Bensen
2025-04-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Historical Society of Harford County, 143 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Ever wonder how to learn more about the history of your property? What resources are available, and where to find them? Christiana Limniatis, a historian with Preservation Maryland, and Jacob Bensen, Harford County’s Historic Preservation Planner, will share their voluminous knowledge about researching properties, preservation programs, and resources available to owners of historic buildings and homes. The speakers will describe research techniques, then follow with hands-on assistance for those who would like to research their properties in the vast resources of the Historical Society. This is a free event, but registration is encouraged.

Harford Artists Association's Spring Fine Art Market
2025-04-26 10:00 - 15:00 | Bel Air Armory, 37 North Main Street, Suite 104, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA, bel air, MD, 21014, United States
A new event by the Harford Artists’ Association, The Spring Fine Art Market will be a place where the region’s best artists & artisans can connect with the community. HAA is excited to launch this new event as an addition to the varied calendar of arts events that occur each year in Harford County, Maryland.
April 26 10 am – 3 pm at the Bel Air Armory.

How to Research Your Historic Property
2025-04-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Historical Society of Harford County, 143 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Historical Society of Harford County, 143 N. Main Street.
Join Christiana Liminiatis, Preservation Maryland, and Jacob Bensen, Harford County Planning & Zoning Department, to learn about the resources available to bring an historic property’s history to life. Following their talk, participants will be assisted in doing research. April 24 at 1PM. For tickets, call 410-838-7691 or www.harfordhistory.org.
