Things to Do in Easton, MarylanD
Where to Dine, Explore, and Stay
Easton is as sophisticated as it is lively. Featuring a world-class theater, renowned art galleries, and impeccably curated museums, it’s the heart of the Eastern Shore’s arts and culture scene.
Easton has earned a reputation as the best dining destination in the Mid-Atlantic. Enjoy fine dining, prepared by Chef Harley Peet, a 2024 James Beard winner, who culls the world for the finest ingredients. Taste Asian-inspired fare on a charming patio. Enjoy an eco-conscious bistro centered around a wood-fired oven or escape to northern Italy with meals artfully prepared by a chef-owner.
See who is taking the stage at The Avalon Theatre. The art deco masterpiece known for its extraordinary acoustics hosts live music regularly, from big-name rock bands to down-home bluegrass, innovative jazz groups to classical quartets. For a more intimate setting, check out which emerging artist is performing in the Stoltz Listening Room. The Ebenezer Theater, housed in a thoughtfully renovated building circa 1856, hosts internationally acclaimed musical artists, along with film screenings.
View works from masters such as Rembrandt and Rothko, along with emerging artists at The Academy Art Museum, which offers free admission. You can add to your own collection from galleries dotting the streets of downtown Easton, which exhibit art from near and far.
Easton makes a perfect base for exploring Talbot County. Accommodations range from charming historic inns to familiar, family-friendly national hotels with pools. The Tidewater Inn, located in the center of downtown, has even been welcoming guests since 1949.
