Save the Dates for the Holiday Festival Saturday, November 21
and the 17th Annual Spring Edition April 17-18, 2027
The Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival will celebrate it's 5th Annual Holiday Edition on the beautiful waterfront campus of the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels on Saturday November 21, 2026 and offers fun for the whole family with fantastic shopping, great food and drinks, live music on two stages, and more. The popular celebration of all things coastal will run Saturday November 21 10am - 5pm with all tickets valid for admission to the festival and the CBMM campus.
Tickets are on sale now here, with discounted pricing for CBMM members.
All guests save $2 by purchasing their tickets in advance online.
**There are two entrances into the festival, the Welcome Center and the entrance off Mill Street near The Crab Claw.**
This Holiday Edition of the festival is set to highlight more artistans and vendors from across the country, selling an array of unique coastal and sea-glass related goods, including jewelry, home décor, art, and more.
While enjoying all the Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival vendors and offerings, guests are invited to explore the exhibitions and historic structures spread across CBMM’s campus 18-acre campus. The CBMM also will have their newest long-term exhibition, Stories from the Shoreline.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase, including craft beer and specialty cocktails.
Live music on both sides of campus will add to the celebration and festive atmosphere, with performances from local favorite musicians.
Sea glass expert Mary McCarthy will be available to share her knowledge, including shard identification in the educational learning lounge, located on the Navy Point side of campus in the white building next to the Bay History #7 building, look for directional signs.
Bring your favorite finds to be identified and explore the beachcombing table.
Guests of all ages can select sea glass from McCarthy’s popular beachcombing table and use it to create a unique sea glass craft. She’ll also offer a series of films highlighting the world of sea glass available on demand in the CBMM Theater.
While enjoying all the Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival vendors and offerings, guests are invited to explore the exhibitions and historic structures spread across CBMM’s 18-acre campus.
Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival tickets can be purchased in advance online or at the door. Guests who purchase their tickets in advance will have a special opportunity to enter the festival 30 minutes early at 9:30am.
Ticket sales at the door begin at 10am.
CBMM members receive discounted pricing to this annual festival and others throughout the year. See their website to purchase tickets and learn more about membership here.
VIP tickets include festival admission with early entrance, access to the VIP Hospitality Lounge with a complimentary beer and wine bar. The cost is $40 for CBMM members and $60 for non-members. Tickets available here
Festival tickets can be purchased in advance online or at the door. Guests who purchase their tickets in advance will have a discounted rate and a special opportunity to enter the festival 30 minutes early at 9:30am.
Ticket sales at the door begin at 10am.
During the festival, additional free event parking will be available at St. Michaels Middle/High School, with a complimentary shuttle service to and from CBMM running both days. Address for school is 200 Seymour Ave. St. Michaels, MD 21663
For safety reasons, non-service dogs need to be kept home during CBMM festivals, including the Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival. Carry-on alcohol from dock or land is prohibited.
Address for the Festival Click address for Getting Here information: 213 N Talbot St, St Michaels, MD 21663
Event is rain-or-shine.