Historical Society of Harford County
2026-04-09 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-14 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-15 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-16 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-21 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-22 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-23 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-28 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) and 5 more dates | 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

Harford County Public Library Children's Book Sale
2026-04-10 10:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-11 10:00 - 16:30 | Bel Air Library, 100 E. Pennsylvania Avenue, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Children’s paperback and hardback books and DVDs. Sponsored by the Friends of the Bel Air Library. Cash or check only. Call 410-638-3151 for more information.

Town of Bel Air Annual Kite Festival
2026-04-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Rockfield Park Ball Fields, 501 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Rockfield Park Ballfields.
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. April 11. 10 am – 4pm.
Admission is FREE and FREE kites while supplies last.
Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2026, the first Kite Festival was held on April 15, 2006.
Sponsored by the Town of Bel Air and APG Federal Credit Union. Rain Date: April 12.
Call 410-638-4550 or visit www.belairmd.org.
The kite festival

Paranormal Night at the Hays House
2026-04-11 19:00 - 2026-04-12 03:00 | Hays House Museum, 324 Kenmore Ave , Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Paranormal Night at the Hays House

April 11 @ 7:00 pm – April 12 @ 3:00 am
$60

Ever wanted to experience a real-life ghost hunt? Research so far confirms that spirits are roaming the Hays House. You are invited to join Above and Below Paranormal Investigation’s team of professional paranormal investigators. Be a part of the search.
Participants must be at least 18 years of age. The event will be limited to 10 guests. Light refreshments will be available. Participants may bring their own investigation devices, but they must be cleared by the Paranormal Investigation Leader. Please note that tickets are limited and will be sold on a first come first serve basis.
Note: Participants must bring identification to the event. No alcohol, drugs, weapons, spark or flame producing items or Quija Boards will be permitted.

Revolutionary Harford: Midwives to the Revolution: Maryland Women in Early American Printing Industry
2026-04-12 01:00 - 15:00 | Hays House Museum, 324 Kenmore Ave , Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Revolutionary Harford: Midwives to the Revolution: Maryland Women in Early American Printing Industry

April 12 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
$5

Local historian Amy Rosenkrans has been researching the two primary news sources in colonial Maryland—the Maryland Gazette, published in Annapolis and the Maryland Banner, published in Baltimore. She has prepared a fascinating presentation on two women who took on non-traditional roles at these two publications. She will share information about Ann Catharine Hoof of Annapolis and Mary Katherine Goddard of Baltimore. Amy’s presentations are always popular, and two sign-up times will be available.
Members Free, Non-members $5

America 250 Speaker Series: A Taste of History
2026-04-14 00:30 - 14:30 | Historical Society of Harford County, 143 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
America 250 Speakers Series: A Taste of History

April 14 @ 12:30 pm
Free – $10

Join us for a journey through the history of dining in Maryland as the Society welcomes food historian and cookbook author Joyce White. Ms. White began her career performing as an 1840s kitchen maid at Rose Hill Mansion in the Finger Lakes region of New York. She served as the Education Curator at the 18th-century Square House Museum in Westchester County, New York, and often cooked on the tavern’s 18th-century hearth. In 2006, she began working in Maryland as the Education Director and Foodways Consultant at the 1801 Riversdale House Museum, and she served as the consultant for the restoration of the 18th-century kitchen at Annapolis’ William Paca House. She has appeared on numerous TV shows on CBS, MPT, and PBS, and is the author of Cooking Maryland’s Way: Voices of a Diverse Cuisine.
Ms. White’s presentation offers a unique opportunity to learn about Maryland’s contributions to American cuisine and to pick up some cooking tips. Be part of the fun.
Ticket Price: $10 (FREE for HSHC Members)

Disco Sistas/Brothas Urban Line Dancing
2026-04-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Bel Air Armory, 37 North Main Street, Suite 104, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA, bel air, MD, 21014, United States
Whether you are a seasoned dancer or a beginner, this class will have you dancing your way to fitness while having a blast with friends or making new ones on the dance floor. Dance to your favorite hits while learning fun, easy-to-follow routines that will leave you smiling long after the music stops. It’s all about boosting confidence and letting your inner dancer shine!
Tickets are $10 with pre-registration required.
Sponsored in part by the Town of Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission

Business of Art: Marketing Essentials for Artists
2026-04-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Bel Air Police Department Community Room, 39 N. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Learn how to turn your passion for art into a profitable business by learning to develop an effective and authentic marketing strategy!
Register now for The Business of Art: Marketing Essentials for Artists. In this 60-minute session, artists will learn marketing strategy basics, audience targeting, and choosing platforms. Artists will also learn how to craft a personal brand that reflects their unique voice and message.
If you are dreaming of turning your passion for art into a thriving business, this presentation will empower you to create a roadmap to a sustainable career in art!
Class will be held on Saturday, April 18, from 11 am to noon in the Community Room of Bel Air’s Town Hall, 39 N. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, MD.
Admission is FREE, but pre-registration is required. Space is limited!
Cindy Cisneros, owner of creatively llc, is a certified creativity coach, licensed mental health therapist, and professional artist. Her structured approach to business basics allows for immediate learning and ongoing skills development and ensures that artists have the resources they need to apply their learning effectively. Cindy has been recognized as one of the Top Creativity Coaches by Coach Foundation.
Sponsored by the Bel Air Arts & Entertainment District with a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council.

Revolutionary Harford: Cooking on the Hearth
2026-04-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Hays House Museum, 324 Kenmore Ave , Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Revolutionary Harford: Cooking on the Hearth

April 26 @ 1:00 pm
$5

This presentation is still in development, so please watch our events page for emerging details. How could colonials cook an entire meal at one time on a hearth? This presentation will give a fascinating look at how hearth cooking works.
Members Free, Non-members $5

Bel Air America 250 Student Art Exhibition
2026-05-01 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-04 10:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-05 10:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-06 10:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-07 10:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-08 10:00 - 17:00 | Bel Air Library, 100 E. Pennsylvania Avenue, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Bel Air America 250 Student Art Exhibition
May 1-May 30 (excluding Sundays and Memorial Day)
Presented by the Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission in partnership with the Bel Air Branch of the Harford County Public Library and Harford County Public Schools, this exhibit features artwork celebrating the 250th anniversary of our nation created by students from Homestead-Wakefield Elementary School, Bel Air Elementary School, Bel Air Middle School, and Bel Air High School. Exhibition will be on display at the Bel Air Branch of the Harford County Public Library during regular library hours. Admission is FREE!

First Fridays
2026-05-01 17:00 - 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.
2026 First Fridays
May 1
June 5
July 10*
August 7
September 4
October 2
*Please note that due to Independence Day celebrations, July 2026’s “First” Friday (July 3) has been rescheduled to the following week – July 10, 2026.

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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2026 Band Line Up
May 1: The Rescue Party
June 5: Candyman & The Baltimore Show
July 10: Pretty War
August 7: Bonfire
September 4: Pineapple Band
October 2: Remnant Soul

Thank you to our 2026 Benefitting Non Profit Groups!

May 1: The Fire Museum of Maryland
June 5: Harford Family House
July 10: Mt. Ararat Masonic Lodge
August 7: Penn State Alumni Upper Chesapeake Chapter
September 4: Brandon Tolson Foundation
October 2: Shifting Gears

2026 Food Truck Schedule

May 1: The Slice Is Right, Das Bierhalle, Deli-ish, Kona Ice, Cosmic Sips & Sweets
June 5: Don’s Dogs, Das Bierhalle, B’s Brick Oven Pizza, Kona Ice, Flavor Cupcakery
July 10: LoveCrustPizza, Don’s Dogs, Odells, Kona Ice, Sprinkle Cream
August 7: The Slice Is Right, Odells, Deli-ish, Kona Ice, Flavor Cupcakery
September 4: Don’s Dogs, LoveCrustPizza, Vagabond Sandwich Company, Kona Ice, Cosmic Sips & Sweets
October 2: The Slice Is Right, Das Bierhalle, Vagabond Sandwich Company, Kona Ice, Cosmic Sips & Sweets

2026 Kids Zone Schedule

May 1: Face Paint by Micki
June 5: Face Paint by Micki
July 10: Face Paint by Micki
August 7: Face Paint by Micki
September 4: Face Paint by Micki
October 2: Face Paint by Micki
