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MAY 5-6: MARYLAND SHEEP AND WOOL FESTIVAL Demonstrations of sheepherding and shearing, wool spinning and related activities. Howard County Fairgrounds, 2210 Fairgrounds Rd., West Friendship. 410-531-3647.
MAY 5-6: OATLANDS GARDEN FAIR A showcase of the estate's gardens and displays by garden vendors. Oatlands Plantation, on U.S. 15 south of Leesburg. 703-777-3174.
MAY 6: CINCO DE MAYO FESTIVAL Commemorates the 1862 Mexican victory over the occupying French army. Sylvan Theater, 15th Street and Constitution Avenue NW. 202-258-5283.
MAY 6: AUDUBON NATURE FAIR A family nature festival with music, food and live animals. Audubon Naturalist Society, Woodend Sanctuary, 8940 Jones Mill Rd., Chevy Chase. 301-652-9188.
MAY 6: CHESAPEAKE BAY BRIDGE WALK Weather permitting, take a leisurely 4.3-mile stroll across the bridge, closed for vehicles for the occasion. Park at satellite lots with shuttle buses to the bridge. Chesapeake Bay Bridge, 850 Revell Hwy., Annapolis. 877-229-7726.
MAY 12: D.C. CHILI COOK-OFF The area's leading chili chefs compete for a place in the International Chili Society's world championships, with music on multiple stages and other food and refreshments in this annual benefit for the National Kidney Foundation. Center City Lot, 12th and H streets NW. 202-244-7900.
MAY 12: PREAKNESS PARADE Floats, marching bands and giant balloons kick off a week-long celebration culminating in the running of the Preakness Stakes at Pimlico. Inner Harbor, Pratt and Light streets, Baltimore. 877-225-8466.
MAY 12-13: BETHESDA FINE ARTS FESTIVAL More than 150 artists will offer their paintings, sculpture, furniture, photographs and other works. Woodmont Triangle, Norfolk, St. Elmo, Cordell, Del Ray and Auburn avenues, Bethesda. 301-215-6660.
MAY 17: NATIONAL ZOOFARI This annual fundraising gala features tastings by more than 100 area restaurants, international wines, entertainment, animal demonstrations and a silent auction. Advance ticket purchase recommended. National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-633-4800.
MAY 18-20: MOUNT VERNON SPRING WINE FESTIVAL AND SUNSET TOUR Taste wines from Virginia vineyards, learn more about George Washington's winemaking efforts and enjoy live jazz at the first president's estate. Tickets are required, and advance purchase is recommended. Mount Vernon, southern end of the George Washington Memorial Parkway, Alexandria. 703-780-2000.
MAY 18-20: JOINT SERVICE OPEN HOUSE Aerial demonstrations by precision flying teams and other aircraft, a mass paratroop drop, sky diving by the Golden Knights and ground displays of vintage and modern warplanes are featured. Andrews Air Force Base, Route 5 and Allentown Road, Camp Springs. 301-981-4424.
MAY 19-20: NORTHERN VIRGINIA FINE ARTS FESTIVAL Nearly 200 artists and artisans display their paintings, sculpture and crafts, with entertainment, food vendors and children's activities. Reston Town Center, 11921 Freedom Dr., Reston. 703-471-9242.
