Old 4th Ward Unity Day Tradition Returns to Annapolis September 26
A longstanding community tradition is returning to Annapolis this fall as Old 4th Ward Unity Day 2026 brings a full day of music, food, history, youth activities, and entertainment to the Clay and Calvert streets area on Saturday, September 26. Built “by the community, for the community,” the Old 4th Ward Unity Day tradition dates back to 2012. This year’s celebration, organized under the theme “Back 2 Basics, Roots of the Past, Pride of the Future,” is intended to honor the neighborhood’s roots while celebrating its present and inspiring its next generation. The festival is scheduled to run from 12 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Clay Street and Calvert Street in Annapolis. Organizers are encouraging attendees to bring lawn chairs and come prepared for a full afternoon and evening of activities. The day will begin at noon with an opening prayer and Gospel experience, followed by a special kickoff performance at 12:30 p.m. by the Annapolis High School Marching Band. The band will give...