A Closer Look
In Leonardtown, the St. Mary's County Fair is a four-day September celebration at the tip of Maryland's southern peninsula, where the Potomac River meets the Chesapeake Bay. The area's broader history includes notable events and landmarks dating to 1634.
Fair Highlights
Expect livestock judging, 4-H competitions, carnival rides, Southern Maryland seafood and tobacco heritage food, and the community spirit of Maryland's oldest settled county.
Planning Your Visit
St. Mary's County was Maryland's first settlement in 1634 — Historic St. Mary's City preserves the original colonial capital on the Chesapeake Bay shore.
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