26 Can't-Miss Events In MD Before Winter Ends

Patch has rounded up plenty of Lenten fish fry events in Maryland, along with more fun things to do the rest of February.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The 2026 events calendar in Maryland is springing to life as winter makes its final push. The 40-day Lenten season began with Ash Wednesday, and fish fry feeds fill the calendar on Fridays for the rest of February through March. Patch has compiled a list of some of the fish fry dinners and other events happening across the state over the next couple of weeks.

Why it matters

As the winter season winds down, Maryland residents are looking for ways to get out and enjoy the last bits of the colder months. These Lenten fish fry events and other community gatherings provide opportunities for people to come together, celebrate the season, and experience local culture and traditions.

The details

The fish fry events take place at various churches and organizations across Maryland on Fridays throughout the Lenten season. Some of the highlights include the St. Francis de Sales Fish Fry in Salisbury, the All You Can Eat Lenten Fish Fry at St. John the Evangelist in Frederick, and the Fish Fry at St. Augustine's in Elkridge. In addition to the fish fry events, the calendar also includes other happenings such as live music performances, ice skating shows, historical programs, and community fundraisers.

  • The 40-day Lenten season began with Ash Wednesday.
  • The fish fry events take place on Fridays from February through March.
  • The other events are scheduled between February 20 and February 28, 2026.

The players

St. Francis de Sales

A church in Salisbury, Maryland that is hosting fish fry events during Lent.

St. Jane Frances de Chantal

A church in Riviera Beach, Maryland that is hosting Lenten Friday Fish Frys.

St. John the Evangelist

A church in Frederick, Maryland that is hosting an All You Can Eat Lenten Fish Fry.

St. Peter the Apostle

A church in Oakland, Maryland that is hosting a series of fish fry events during Lent.

St. Augustine's

A church in Elkridge, Maryland that is hosting a Fish Fry.

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The takeaway

These Lenten fish fry events and other community gatherings provide Maryland residents with opportunities to come together, celebrate the season, and experience local culture and traditions as the winter season winds down.