5th Annual George "Spider" Anderson Music & Arts Festival

Sat May 16 2026 at 01:00 pm to 08:00 pm UTC-04:00

4800 Block of Park Heights Ave | Baltimore

Park Heights Renaissance
Publisher/HostPark Heights Renaissance
5th Annual George "Spider" Anderson Music & Arts Festival
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Preakness in Park Heights! Come dressed in your race day best and experience culture, style and family-friendly energy!
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A celebration of culture and history, honoring the legacy of Preakness Winner George “Spider” Anderson.

The 5th Annual George “Spider” Anderson Music & Arts Festival is a free, family-friendly celebration that honors the legacy of George “Spider” Anderson, the first Black jockey to win the Preakness in 1889, while serving as a powerful community activation and economic driver for Park Heights. This year’s “Preakness in Park Heights” theme invites guests to dress like they’re going to the races — because they are! Best-dressed attendees will win their share of prizes. We also welcome national and local artists, vendors, food, horseback rides, family activities, and more, all while keeping culture, commerce, and community at the center

The LineUp has been released!


K.MICHELLE • BIG DADDY KANE • DJ TANZ • APRIL WATTS • DJ SMALLY • PANAMA BAND • NATALIE PHILLIPS • NEIL MATTEI • ECLIPSE INTERNATIONAL BAND • RICHARD BURTON & RANDY ROBERTS • DI JAMAL • DJ UNCLE RAY • DJ 5STARR • BABY STACIE • LOR TINKY • DJ BATTZ • DJ A.EASY


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Our vendor village is officially full! Thank you to the many businesses and entrepreneurs who registered to be part of this year’s George “Spider” Anderson Music & Arts Festival. Vendor registration is now closed as we finalize this year’s lineup of amazing businesses.


We still need volunteers! Click the "Reserve your Spot" button and choose the volunteer ticket to sign up. We'll add you to the list and look for a call from us.


KEEP THIS FESTIVAL FREE

Every donation — large or small — helps us provide safe, vibrant, and meaningful experiences for families while supporting local businesses, artists, and the future of Park Heights.

Visit to make a donation


Visit www.spiderandersonfest.com for more details.



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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

4800 Block of Park Heights Ave, 4801 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, United States

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USD 0.00 to USD 50.00

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