Head over to Spoutwood Farm this weekend for the 19th Annual May Day Fairie Festival in Glen Rock, PA (a 45 minute drive from Baltimore). The festival began years ago as a party for friends of Rob and Lucy Wood – the owners of Spoutwood. It has since grown into a popular springtime affair that attracts thousands of visitors from across the U.S. Festivities begin today, April 30th, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and continue through Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
This year's festival will celebrate the beginning of spring with performances by musicians, dancers, storytellers, and children's activities, including appearances by the Green Man, the Mossmen, Sweet Pea, and others. More than 70 arts and crafts vendors will feature green crafts, handmade clothing, candles, instruments, toys, soaps, and herbals. Participants may join in maypole dancing and wand and garland making workshops.
Admission is $15 for people over 12, $5 for people 12 and under, and free for those 2 and under. A three-day pass is available for a reduced price of $30. If you're feeling ambitious, offer to volunteer and you'll be given a 2-hour job assignment; upon completion, your admission fee will be refunded.
For more information, visit www.spoutwood.org.
Image courtesy of Spoutwood Farm.