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Southern Maryland College Fair
We are thrilled to welcome you to Maryland's Original Destination: St. Mary's County for the 32nd annual Southern Maryland College Fair.
Throughout your stay in the area, we encourage you to explore the sites, foods, and attractions that make our area special. This webpage is designed to help you plan your travel, including directions, lodging options, restaurant recommendations, and more.
In addition, we encourage you to check out the rest of the Visit St. Mary's MD website for inspiration. While you are in the region, we hope you will take full advantage of the time you are not meeting with prospective students and explore Maryland's Original Destination.
Event Details for College Recruiters
The Southern Maryland College Fair will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department.
To register:
- By registering for this fair, you agree to have the table staffed during the daytime session (11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.) and during the evening session (5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.)
- A continental breakfast and snacks will be available upon arrival and lunch will be served at 2pm
- Early registration, by August 31st, is $100 - payable by check (SMCPS Fiscal Services, 23160 Moakley Street, Leonardtown, MD 20650) or online
- This fee INCLUDES Strive Scan access and use
- Late registration, after September 1st, is $120 - payable by check (SMCPS Fiscal Services, 23160 Moakley Street, Leonardtown, MD 20650) or online
- Need more information?
- Visit: College Fair - St. Mary's County Public Schools
- Contact: Kelly Gray, 301-475-5511 ext. 32198 or Denise Coyne, 301-475-5511 ext. 32199
Getting to St. Mary's County & Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department
St. Mary’s County is centrally located within the Mid-Atlantic region and easy to get to from the three major airports in the area:
- From DCA/National Airport: https://maps.app.goo.gl/cheLmmeaJpcpk6Ja9
- From BWI: https://maps.app.goo.gl/dHFVuWSqM6Nt5WMc9
- From Dulles: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tnBBpkrn7CToZPhF9
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