Cecil County Tourism

Cecil County Tourism The official home of Cecil County Tourism Moments after leaving the hustle and bustle of I-95, you're in beautiful Cecil County.

Resting along the upper banks of the Chesapeake Bay, halfway between Philadelphia and Baltimore, we offer travelers a change of pace, and breathtaking scenery. Once you sample our shimmering harbors and history, rolling hillsides and horse country, antique and specialty shops, and unforgettable eateries and inns, we know you'll visit us again and again! Cecil County offers the best of two worlds…t

he beauty of the countryside, and the accessibility of being right on I-95. If you're not within driving distance, but are planning to fly into Philadelphia, Baltimore, or Washington D.C. for a trip, be sure to save an extra day, or two, or three for us! From these major cities and their airports, we're a Short Drive To Lasting Memories! Disclaimer


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   🎣 From River to Market: Cecil County’s Fishing Heritage 🐟Cast back to a time when Cecil County’s rivers were workplac...
06/23/2026

🎣 From River to Market: Cecil County’s Fishing Heritage 🐟

Cast back to a time when Cecil County’s rivers were workplaces. This image from around 1920 shows workers at the Red Point Fishery, offering a glimpse into the people and labor that powered the county’s historic fishing industry.

Across Cecil County’s five rivers—the North East, Elk, Sassafras, Susquehanna, and Bohemia—watermen, fishing boats, and fish houses were a familiar part of daily life. Together, these waterways supported a network of small markets and fisheries that connected local harvests to communities near and far.

One such market was the H. L. Harvey Fish Market in North East, opened in 1880, which was part of that long working-waterfront tradition. Today, the former fish market is home to the Upper Bay Museum, preserving the story of the Upper Chesapeake Bay’s commercial fishing industry and the generations of watermen who worked Cecil County’s rivers and Bay.

From the catch brought in by boat to the tools, nets, and knowledge passed down through generations, Cecil County’s fishing heritage remains an important part of its story.

photo courtesy of the Historical Society of Cecil County

Join the Town of Rising Sun in celebrating America’s 250th Birthday with a community parade on June 27th, 2026 at 10:00 ...
06/23/2026

Join the Town of Rising Sun in celebrating America’s 250th Birthday with a community parade on June 27th, 2026 at 10:00 AM.

https://www.risingsunmd.org/egov/apps/events/calendar.egov?view=detail;id=1680

From the Crossroads of History, we’re getting ready to celebrate a once-in-a-generation moment.

Join us in the Town of Rising Sun as we celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with a community parade on June 27th, 2026 at 10:00 AM.

This special event will bring our streets to life with historic cars, floats, tractors, and community groups, all coming together in a parade dedicated to honoring America—its history, its heritage, and the spirit that has carried it forward for 250 years.

This isn’t just a parade—it’s a celebration of our nation and the pride we share as Americans.

Interested in participating? Keep an eye out for our official event page, where you’ll find details on how to sign up to be part of the parade.

Mark your calendars now and plan to be part of something truly memorable.

More details coming soon at risingsunmd.org and our social media channels.

-Travis

The doors are open, visit us, all the amazing vendors and performers at Elkton Juneteenth Community Celebration
06/19/2026

The doors are open, visit us, all the amazing vendors and performers at Elkton Juneteenth Community Celebration

Make history!On July 18, participants ages 21 and older are invited to Bohemia Manor Farm for an attempt to break the wo...
06/18/2026

Make history!

On July 18, participants ages 21 and older are invited to Bohemia Manor Farm for an attempt to break the world record for the most people sabering a bottle of sparkling wine at the same time. The current record stands at 487 people and organizers are looking for enough participants to set a new mark.

The evening also features live music from Separate Ways: The Band, bringing the iconic sounds of Journey to the waterfront, along with vendors and summer fun.

Whether you're a wine enthusiast, a Journey fan, or simply looking for a unique experience, this is your chance to be part of something unforgettable.

📍 Bohemia Manor Farm Chesapeake City, MD
📅 July 18
⏰ World record attempt at 5:30 PM | Concert begins at 6:00 PM

Find event details and registration information here:
https://bohemiamanorfarm.com/event/saber-the-moment-world-record-and-summer-concert-separate-ways-the-band/

    Cecil County: The Chesapeake’s original vacation destination 🏖️There was a time when going “on vacation” didn’t mean...
06/17/2026

Cecil County: The Chesapeake’s original vacation destination 🏖️

There was a time when going “on vacation” didn’t mean heading far from Cecil County, it meant coming here.

In the early 1900s, long before interstate highways and quick beach trips, Cecil County became a summer destination for visitors arriving by train and steamboat from Baltimore, Philadelphia, Wilmington, and Chester. Families packed picnic baskets and bathing suits and traveled to reach the “beach resorts” of the upper Chesapeake.

Places like Holloway Beach, Port Herman, White Crystal Beach, and Charlestown’s shoreline became seasonal gathering spots filled with day-trippers and cottage visitors. On summer weekends, the Elk River and surrounding waterfronts were alive with music, picnics, swimming, and crowds enjoying what newspapers once called a “miniature Coney Island” right here in Cecil County.

For many, the journey itself was part of the experience, with visitors arriving and stepping into a landscape shaped entirely by water and shoreline.

As we reflect on America’s 250th anniversary, we remember when Cecil County’s rivers and shoreline weren’t just places to pass through, they were the destination itself.

Photo from Cecil County History

🚤 Celebrate America's 250th on the Water! 🚤Looking for a unique way to celebrate this historic anniversary? Enjoy the 25...
06/09/2026

🚤 Celebrate America's 250th on the Water! 🚤

Looking for a unique way to celebrate this historic anniversary? Enjoy the 250th Anniversary Boat Flag Parade on Saturday, June 27, 2026!

Boaters from across the Upper Chesapeake will unite in a patriotic flotilla, with departures from both Chesapeake City Basin and Turkey Point Lighthouse, merging at the mouth of the Bohemia River before continuing together as one incredible display of American pride!

⭐ Two Starts
⭐ One Merge
⭐ One Flag
⭐ A Patriotic Celebration on the Water

📍 Chesapeake City Basin Departure: 12:00 PM
📍 Turkey Point Lighthouse Departure: Approximately 12:15 PM
📅 June 27, 2026

Bring your flags, gather your crew, and be part of this unforgettable celebration!

    The C&D Canal -🚢 A Waterway That Changed a NationLong before modern highways connected the East Coast, ships faced a...
06/09/2026

The C&D Canal -🚢 A Waterway That Changed a Nation

Long before modern highways connected the East Coast, ships faced a long and often dangerous journey around the Delmarva Peninsula. The solution was ambitious: create a canal linking the Chesapeake Bay and Delaware River.

Opened in 1829, the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal, better known as the C&D Canal, revolutionized travel and trade by cutting nearly 300 miles from the voyage between Baltimore and Philadelphia. What began as a narrow hand-dug canal has evolved into one of the busiest commercial waterways in the United States.

The canal reshaped Cecil County's landscape, economy, and communities. Towns grew around its banks, bridges became local landmarks, and generations of residents have watched everything from small sailboats to massive cargo ships pass through its waters.

As we celebrate America's 250th anniversary, the C&D Canal reminds us how innovation, determination, and engineering helped connect communities and fuel the growth of a young nation.

📸 Do you have memories of fishing, boating, crossing one of the canal bridges, or watching ships travel through the canal? Share your stories in the comments!

06/06/2026

The first The Ike Foundation tournament marriage proposal 💍

The Ike Foundation Pro-Am Bass Tournament weigh-in
06/06/2026

The Ike Foundation Pro-Am Bass Tournament weigh-in

The Ike Foundation Family Fun-Fest 2026
06/06/2026

The Ike Foundation Family Fun-Fest 2026

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300 Cherry Street
North East, MD
21901

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

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