Bel Air Arts & Entertainment District

Child Advocacy Center Carnival
2023-04-28 15:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Harford County Child Advocacy Center, 23 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014
Join the Harford County Child Advocacy Center for their spring carnival which will include a petting zoo, bounce house, food trucks and crafts and games for all.

Music in the Park
2023-04-26 18:00 - 19:30 | William A. Humbert Amphitheater at Shamrock Park, Hickory & Lee Streets, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Musicians from many genres, including classical, blues, jazz, bluegrass and oldies play for audiences of all ages who bring their lawn chairs and picnic dinners for a relaxing concert at either the Schlehr Pavillion or Shamrock Park. Local food trucks will be in attendance. All performances are free of charge, so bring a blanket or chair, your friends and family, and your favorite snacks for a beautiful evening of entertainment.

Spring Dance - Bel Air Community Band Jazz Ensemble
2023-04-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Bel Air Reckord Armory, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Enjoy a night of big band music & dancing featuring the Bel Air Community Band Jazz Ensemble! The event is FREE but advanced registrtaion is required.

Spring Book Sale - Cancelled
2023-04-17 10:00 - 18:00, 2023-04-15 10:00 - 16:30, 2023-04-14 10:00 - 16:30, 2023-04-13 12:00 - 19:30 | Harford County Public Library – Bel Air, 100 East Pennsylvania Avenue, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Paperback, hardback and children’s books available for purchase. Sponsored by Friends of the Bel Air Library. Call 410-638-3151.
Thursday, April 13th: 12–7:30; Members only.
Friday, April 14th: 10-4:30
Saturday, April 15th: 10 – 4:30
Monday, April 17th: 10 – 6; $5 a bag day

Bel Air Kite Festival
2023-04-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Rockfield Park Ball Fields, 501 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
4/14/23 UPDATE: Due to the potential for thunder storms on Saturday, the Kite Festival will take place on its rain date on Sunday, April 16th from 10am – 4pm.

Kite flying for kids of all ages along with great music and food for the whole family. Volunteers will be on hand to help kite flying novices. Sponsored by the Town of Bel Air and APG Federal Credit Union. Rain Date: April 16. 10 am – 4 pm. Admission is free and free kites while supplies last. Call 410-638-4550 or visit www.belairmd.org.

Brown Bag Lunch Series
2023-04-11 12:30 - 13:30 | Virtual, Bel Air, MD, United States
BROWN BAG LUNCH SERIES – APG’S ROLE IN COMPUTER HISTORY
The Ballistics Laboratory at APG has played an integral role in numerous modern inventions. Charles Nietubicz will share stories about some of these inventions and their long-term impacts. While many began as military necessities, they are now critical parts of our everyday lives. 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm. Admission is free but must register. Call 410-838-7691 or visit www.HarfordHistory.org. Virtual presentation.

Music at the Mansion
2023-04-02 16:00 - 17:30 | Liriodendron Mansion, 502 W. Gordon Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
The Seth Kibel Quintet
Seth Kibel and his band will share their energetic jazz, blues, and Klezmer music at a special, family-friendly indoor concert at the Liriodendron Mansion on Sunday, April 2, 2023.
One of the Mid-Atlantic’s premier woodwind specialists, working with some of the best bands in jazz, swing, and Klezmer, Seth has made a name for himself in the Washington/Baltimore region, and beyond. He is the featured performer with The Alexandria Kleztet, Bay Jazz Project, Music Pilgrim Trio, The Natty Beaux, and more. Winner of 28 Washington Area Music Awards (Wammies), including “Best World Music Instrumentalist” (2003-11) and “Best Jazz Instrumentalist” (2005, 2007-8, 2011-14), Seth is the leader, clarinetist, and composer for The Alexandria Kleztet, a genre-bending klezmer band he founded in the Baltimore/Washington area.
Visit https://sethkibel.com to learn more about this amazing group!
The concert will be held indoors with limited seating, so reserve your spot today!
Reservations required – admission is a suggested donation of $5 per family. Cash and credit card donations will be accepted at check-in.
Packaged drinks and snacks will be available for a donation. Doors open at 3:30 pm. Concert begins at 4 pm.

Harford 250 Showcase
2023-04-01 10:00 - 16:00, 2023-03-31 18:00 - 21:00 | APG Federal Crecit Union Arena, 401 Thomas Run Road, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
HARFORD SHOWCASE, COMMEMORATING 250 YEARS OF COMMUNITY
This event will be the Harford 250 Grand Opening. Friday night will be a ticketed event including beer, wine and light refreshments featuring speakers, music, displays by community groups and local artists. On Saturday, everyone is welcome to join in all of the fun with music, singing, dancing, judging of artwork and displays, oral histories, fire engine displays and more. Friday 6 pm – 9 pm. Saturday 10 am – 4 pm. Visit www.harford250.org.

Music at the Mansion
2023-03-31 19:00 - 20:30 | Liriodendron Mansion, 502 W. Gordon Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Alif Laila
Classical Indian Sitar player Alif Laila will play a special indoor concert at the Liriodendron Mansion. Born and raised in Bangladesh, Alif has performed in such prestigious venues as The Kennedy Center, The Bangladesh National Museum, The Sangeet Research Academy, The Purcel Room, and South Bank Center. Her sitar DVD ‘Hrydayaragam’ was featured in the Smithsonian’s Women’s History Month in 2008 and ‘Strings of Resonance’ was nominated for the Best Classical Music Award in Bangladesh in 2010. She has collaborated with a wide variety of musicians from different genres, and is also a composer.

The concert will be held indoors with limited seating, so reserve your spot today!
Packaged drinks and snacks will be available for a donation.
Doors open at 6:30 pm. Concert begins at 7 pm.
Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for kids 12 and under.

Ain't Misbehavin' Big Band
2023-03-29 19:00 - 20:30 | Bel Air Reckord Armory, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
SOLD OUT!
All the standards you love from the ‘20s, ‘30s, ‘40s, ‘50s and more! Vocalist Brenda Blackwell is joined by singer/comedian, Larry Noto, for a night of music, laughs and swing! Noto features the songs of Frank Sinatra and has opened for comedians such as Brad Garrett, Robert Klein, Brian Regan, and Paul Reiser, and is the author of the book “The Opening Act.” Sponsored by the Town of Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission. 7 pm – 8:30 pm. Tickets are $10 and must be purchased in advance, no at the door sales. For tickets and more information, visit www.belairarmory.org

Family Fun at the Armory
2023-03-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Bel Air Reckord Armory, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Familiar melodies will be “jazzed” up with saxophone, flute, clarinet, piano and more. Attendees will learn to scat sing, carry a beat, improvise their own melodies and more with Jazz for People Who Are Shorter Than Me. It’ll be so much fun no one will even realize they’re learning. Sponsored by the Arts & Entertainment District with a grant through the Maryland State Arts Council. 11 am – 12 pm. Admission is free but advanced reservations required. Visit www.belairarmory.org.

Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra Celebrates Harford 250
2023-03-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
SUSQUEHANNA SYMPHONY OPRCHESTRA: CELEBRATING THE 250TH ANNIVERSARY OF HARFORD COUNTY
A variety of music presented to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Harford County recognizing some of Harford County’s history, nature, and talent. The music features American composers, including many local composers who are longtime friends of the SSO. Some of the pieces performed were written for the SSO. Admission $20 adult, $15 senior, $10 student, children under 10 free. Visit www.ssorchestra.org.

A Breath of Fresh Art Exhibit Reception
2023-03-18 13:00 - 16:00 | The Gallery of Harford Artists, Armory Marketplace, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Come see what has been inspiring the Harford Artists Association artists! Enjoy amazing new creations while we all take a step back and a dep breath. Reception with an opportunity to meet some of the artists and enjoy live music will be held March 18 from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm and the exihibuit will run from March8th to Apruil 30th. . Gallery hours Wednesday – Friday, 10 am – 6 pm, Saturday – Sunday 10 am – 4 pm. Call 410-420-9499 or visit www.artinharford.org.

Family Fun at the Armory
2023-03-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Bel Air Reckord Armory, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
New Moon Theater will perform “Minwa-Japanese Folktales” using puppets, stylized movement, song and lots of audience participation to tell a variety of educational stories. Sponsored by the Arts & Entertainment District with a grant through the Maryland State Arts Council. 11 am – 12 pm. Admission is free but advanced reservations required. Visit www.belairarmory.org.

Dance Lessons - Cha Cha / Rumba
2023-03-16 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-03-09 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-03-02 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-02-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Bel Air Reckord Armory, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Choose between Beginner Swing/Foxtrot or Beginner Cha Cha/Rumba! 8-week session January 19 & 26, February 9-March 16 (no class Feb 2). $95 per person/session. See the Armory website for more information.

Dance Lessons - Swing / Foxtrot
2023-03-16 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-03-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-03-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Bel Air Reckord Armory, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States

Genealogy Workshop
2023-03-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Historical Society of Harford County, 143 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Learn more about your history and the resources available to trace your family’s roots. 7 pm – 9 pm. Call 410-838-7691 or visit www.HarfordHistory.org.

Brown Bag Lunch Series
2023-03-14 12:30 - 13:30 | Virtual, Bel Air, MD, United States
BROWN BAG LUNCH SERIES – 250 YEARS OF HARFORD’S HISTORY
March 2023 will kick off a year-long celebration of Harford’s 250th Anniversary. For the past year, the Historical Society has focused on developing ways to share the county’s heritage, create partnerships to highlight its past, establish events that bring this history to life and generate enthusiasm as we move forward. Members of the planning committee will share plans for the coming year. 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm. Admission is free but must register. Call 410-838-7691 or visit www.HarfordHistory.org. Virtual presentation by the Harford 250 Steering Committee.

Take a Chance on Art
2023-03-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Bel Air Reckord Armory, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Join Harford Artists Association for this highly anticipated annual event! All ticket holders take home a piece of original artwork. Evening includes lite fare, cash bar, live music and an art lottery drawing. 6pm – 9 pm, auction lottery begins at 5 pm. Tickets $125/couple. Call 410-420-9499 or visit www.artinharford.org.

Chocolate Brew & Wine Tour
2023-03-04 12:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Bel Air, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
A tour of Downtown Bel Air pubs and restaurants. This event is for every beer and wine enthusiast and chocolate lover who wishes to support our local small business owners. Begin the tour by picking up a bag full of assorted fine chocolates and sweets. Then follow along the Tour Brochure, enjoying beverages and dining options throughout Main & Bond Streets. 12 pm – 7 pm. For ticket information, visit www.downtownbelair.com.

Family Fun at the Armory
2023-02-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Bel Air Reckord Armory, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Interactive singing, dancing and puppetry with ventriloquism with Pam the Kindersinger. Sponsored by the Arts & Entertainment District with a grant through the Maryland State Arts Council. 11 am – 12 pm. Admission is free but advanced reservations required. Visit www.belairarmory.org.
