Join us at the 66th Annual Skipjack Race & Festival on Deal Island, where the Chesapeake Mermaid team will be hosting an engaging day of community outreach and education on Monday, September 1, 2025 from 9AM to 4PM. Discover the wonders of our local Chesapeake wildlife and habitats with interactive experiences for all ages! Learn more about what we do at ChesapeakeMermaid.com.
Explore our tabletop stormwater model and get hands-on to learn about land and water impacts. Meet our pet jellyfish and delve into the connection between our environment and daily choices. Plus, don’t miss the opportunity to support our 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization by purchasing educational storybooks, coloring books, and unique artwork by “Art of the Wood.”
Celebrate Labor Day weekend at the 66th Annual Skipjack Race & Festival at Deal Island Harbor on Sunday and Monday, September 1-2. This two-day event features a variety of exciting activities, including a Skipjack race, car show, parade, tournaments, blessing of the fleet, silent auction, bake sale, watermen’s boat docking contest, raffles, and more. Enjoy live music, delicious food, vendors, arts and crafts, heritage and educational exhibits, and free children’s activities at the fairgrounds. Admission is $10, with free entry for kids 12 and under. Join us for a day of learning and fun as we celebrate and protect our Chesapeake Bay together!
