AAEDC Celebrates Preakness 151 in Anne Arundel County

May 5, 2026

Annapolis, MD (May 5, 2026) – As an official Preakness Festival 151 partner, the Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) is leading efforts to support and amplify local businesses as Anne Arundel County hosts a Triple Crown race for the first time.

To help businesses maximize visibility and participation, AAEDC has launched a centralized “Preakness 2026 in Anne Arundel County” landing page and developed exclusive “Off To The Races in Anne Arundel County” branding, providing a cohesive platform for promotion and additional marketing exposure.

“We’re proud to play a role in supporting our business community during this historic moment for Anne Arundel County,” said AAEDC President and CEO Amy Gowan. “By creating a central hub and unified branding, we’re making it easier for local businesses to plug into the excitement and gain meaningful exposure during this statewide event.”

Throughout April, AAEDC worked with local businesses and organizations to identify and promote a wide range of Preakness-themed activations; from watch parties and networking events to creative food and beverage specials inspired by the race.

To elevate these efforts, AAEDC is actively promoting:

• A centralized landing page featuring events, activities, and promotions happening before, during, and after the race
• Complimentary “Off To The Races in Anne Arundel County” branding and marketing collateral for participating businesses

“We’ve seen incredible enthusiasm from our business community,” Gowan added. “This initiative is about giving them the tools, visibility, and platform to be part of something bigger—while driving real economic impact locally.”

To connect with our team or learn more about featured events and promotions, please email [email protected].

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AAEDC

Founded in 1993, the Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Annapolis, Maryland. AAEDC’s mission is to foster diverse economic growth by empowering businesses, expanding job opportunities, and revitalizing communities in Anne Arundel County. As the go-to partner for local businesses, AAEDC supports the Anne Arundel County business community with key resources and services including financing, site selection, permitting and zoning guidance, market research, community revitalization, and small business counseling. Guided by its core values of connectivity, responsiveness, creativity, and excellence, AAEDC builds strategic partnerships and delivers innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of the business community. Learn more at www.aaedc.org.

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