About Us

WELCOME!
We are excited to have you visit our Queen Anne Victorian home built in 1887. We have always had a love for travel and history, especially the Victorian era. For us, the Bed & Breakfast is not only about business but also about hospitality & friendship. We hope you will join us soon at the historic Gillis-Grier Bed & Breakfast. Welcome to our home.

Annual Events in Salisbury and Ocean City, MD

Wicomico County Fair (Salisbury – WinterPlace Park)
August 15 – 17, 2025
Held the third weekend of August, this fair features rodeo events, livestock exhibits, music, home arts, auctions, and local vendors — and admission is free. wicomicofair.com/

Maryland Folk Festival (Salisbury)
September 19-25, 2025
A free, three-day outdoor celebration of music, dance, and cultural traditions featuring performances, workshops, storytelling, food, crafts, and more. One of Maryland’s premier cultural gatherings. mdfolkfest.com/

Sea Gull Century (Salisbury)
September 27, 2025
An October cycling event offering scenic 62-mile and 100-mile routes through Maryland’s Eastern Shore, hosted by Salisbury University. seagullcentury.org/

Good Beer Festival (Pemberton Park, Salisbury)
October 17-18, 2025
An evening-heavy craft beer festival offering unlimited tastings, music, games, food vendors, and artisan stalls. A lively local gathering. goodbeerfestival.org/

SBY Marathon / Half Marathon / 5K (Salisbury)
Saturday, April 4, 2026
A major running event on the Eastern Shore; the full marathon is a recognized qualifier for both Boston and New York City marathons sbymarathon.com/