2025 CAPE ST. CLAIRE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL

SATURDAY, June 7th
RAIN DATE June 8th
PARADE BEGINS AT 10:00 AM

Festival begins with the parade and ends at 6:00 PM

The Strawberry Festival Committee is happy to announce the 2025 Strawberry festival.  On the first Saturday in June, there will be Strawberries on the Shortcake and Music on Stage!!  As we all know, summer in the Cape begins with THE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL!  This age old event seems to become more and more popular each year. The Parade- featuring our own BROADNECK High School Marching Band, Music, Pony Rides, Food, Games, Crafters, Contest, Pedal Cars, a Silent Auction, traditional Moon Bounces, Face Painting, a Coloring Contest, Dunk Booth, Soak–a –Scout, Sand Art, Martial Arts Demo, Dance Demo, K-9 Demo, Pizza, Pit Beef, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Barbecue, Snow Balls,  Strawberry Shortcakes, Strawberry Sundaes, Strawberry Baked Goods Contest, Strawberry Jam/Jelly Contest, THE BEER GARDEN, Decorated Bikes, Berriest Baby, and the Princess Contest are just a few of the things you will enjoy.

The festival begins with the parade which takes off from the Cape St. Claire Fire Department at 10 AM on Saturday, June 7th.  Follow the parade to the festival on the main beach for a day full of fun with your family, friends and neighbors.

As we all know parking is limited. Chesapeake Charters has once again donated buses for community transportation. Buses will run continuously all day, stopping at the 18+ designated Berry Bus Stops. Plan ahead!!  Visit here to find the Berry Bus Stop closest to you.

~ Cape St. Claire Strawberry Festival Commitee

THE Community event of the year

As a Cape St. Claire resident, you know that summertime begins with the Strawberry Festival. This age old event seems to become more and more popular each year. A day filled with a Parade, Music (7 Bands), Food, Games, Crafters, Contest, Petting Zoo, K9 demos, a Silent Auction, Strawberries in many forms, traditional Moon Bounces, an Obstacle Course, Face Painting, a Coloring Contest, Dunk Booth, Soak –a – Scout, Sand Art, K-9 Demo, Martial Arts Demo, Dance Demo, Games, Pizza, Pit Beef, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Snow Balls,  Smoothies, Strawberry Baked Goods Contest, Strawberry Jam/Jelly Contest, THE BEER GARDEN, Decorated Bikes, Berriest Baby, and the Princess Contest.

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6 Reasons to come to the Strawberry Festival

Looking for something fun to do with your family? If you’re a Cape St. Claire resident, you know you can’t miss it. Either way, we can’t wait to see you.

It's free!

Admission to the Festival is FREE! You don’t have to live in the Cape to visit either. It’s open to anyone who wants to come to have a great day with friends and family. Many of the activities are free but some do require the purchase of tickets. Tickets are $1 a piece and can be bought at the festival.

The atmosphere is amazing!

Bumped against the Chesapeake Bay, this location is perfect for the family of all ages. Check out spectacular views while your family enjoys the Festival.

It benefits the community

All proceeds benefit local charities and community groups.   You’ll have a great time knowing that you’re giving back to our community.

So much to see and do

Whether it’s beautiful views of the Chesapeake Bay, great food, music and beverages, this Festival has something for every member of your household.

100% kids friendly

It’s 100% everyone friendly. Bring everything you need to make a day of it. There’s plenty of seating and locations to take in the view.

Living History!

For over 60 years, the Strawberry Festival has been entertaining Capers and residents on the Broadneck peninsula. Come see what all the fuss is about.

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What you'll find at the Festival

So many things to see and do at the Strawberry Festival. Watch the parade and hop on the Berry Bus. Once to the beach, explore, play games, eat wonderful local food, and drink with friends in our Beer Garden.  There’s plenty for the kids to do too to face painting, playing on the playground equipment, arts and crafts and much more. Don’t forget to stop into the clubhouse for delicious strawberry treats.

Berry Bus Stops

Traffic can get pretty tough around the Cape on Festival day. So, we’ve got the Berry Buses to get you to where you want to go. Simply find a stop that’s convenient for you on our handy map and catch the bus there. It will even bring you back!
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Great Music

You’ll be able to listen to great music from wonderful local bands while overlooking the Chesapeake Bay.
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Crafters

Looking for that cool thing? The Festival is filled with crafters and vendors of all shapes and sizes.  Come and find what you’re looking for or what you didn’t know you needed!
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Tons of activities!

Moon Bounces, an Obstacle Course, Pony Rides in the Corral, Face Painting, a Coloring Contest, Dunk Booth, Soak –a – Scout, Sand Art, Bike Demo, K-9 Demo, Martial Arts Demo, Dance Demo, and much much more!
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Strawberries and food!

Delicious food from local vendors. Come into the clubhouse and dine on all things Strawberries. Also, walk around the booths and eat from vendor tents and eat from the local charities who will be cooking all day for you.
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2025 Cape St. Claire Strawberry Princesses

We look forward to seeing the Cape Princesses for 2025!

Where is it?

1223 River Bay Rd, Annapolis, MD 21409

Saturday June 7st, 2025