LEONARDTOWN, MD – The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County (CSMC) are pleased to invite the entire community to attend the 40th Annual Flag Day Celebration on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the Leonard Hall Recreation Center, located at 23145 Leonard Hall Drive in Leonardtown.
This year’s ceremony marks a meaningful milestone as we come together to celebrate four decades of this cherished event honoring the American flag and the values it represents. As the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, this year’s event carries added significance—offering an opportunity to reflect on our shared history, patriotism, and community pride.
This annual community event features:
- A procession by various color guards and veteran groups from around St. Mary’s County.
- A special Flag Day service highlighting the history of the American flag.
- An official Flag Retirement Ceremony demonstrating the dignified and proper method of disposing of worn, torn, or tattered flags.
- Hand-held American flags, food, music, fun for the kids, and more!
Additionally, we are pleased to welcome the cast from the Department of Recreation & Parks (R&P) 44th Annual Summerstock Production, Disney’s Frozen: The Broadway Musical, who will perform the National Anthem at the event. For more information on Summerstock, please visit www.stmaryscountymd.gov/summerstock.
Community members may drop off flags in need of retirement in advance at the Chesapeake Building, located at 41770 Baldridge Street in Leonardtown.
For more information, contact the Public Information Office at (301) 475-4200, ext. 1340 or via email to PIO@stmaryscountymd.gov.
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