In May, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed SB 547/HB 379 into law, prohibiting the use of elephants, big cats, bears, and nonhuman primates in traveling shows and circuses in the state. In August, ...

This year’s festival will also include a special exhibit featuring 2026 Featured Artist Joelle C.Tickets are on sale now, with all proceeds going towards the Blue Water Institute’s conservation ...