10th Annual Burgers & Bands for Suicide Prevention May 17, 2026

10th Annual Burgers & Bands for Suicide Prevention
May 17 | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Severna Park

This year marks a powerful milestone — the 10th Annual Burgers & Bands — and we invite you to be part of a decade of music, community, and impact.

What began in 2017 as a grassroots effort to raise awareness for suicide prevention has grown into a community movement. Because of your support, Burgers & Bands has contributed more than $201,000 in donations and grants to fund mental health initiatives in our schools and to support organizations making a difference every day.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)
Warrior Music Foundation
NAMI – National Alliance on Mental Illness
Parenting for a Different World
Ellie’s Bus
The Complete Player Charity
Learning to Live Movement
Our Minds Matter
Maryland Hall
Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Annapolis High School
Benfield Elementary School
Broadneck Elementary School
Candlewood Elementary School
Crofton Elementary School
Crofton Meadows Elementary School
Davidsonville Elementary School
Edgewater Elementary School
George Cromwell Elementary School
Jones Elementary School
MacArthur Middle School
Marley Elementary School
Northeast High School
North County High School
Old Mill High School
Overlook Elementary School
Quarterfield Elementary School
Ridgeway Elementary School
Rolling Knolls Elementary School
Severna Park High School
Severna Park Middle School
Shipley’s Choice Elementary School
South River High School
Southgate Elementary School
Two Rivers Elementary School
Windsor Farm Elementary School

But the impact goes beyond the numbers.

We have helped change the conversation around mental health in our community. Parents have shared that this event showed their children it is okay to ask for help. Students have seen that they are not alone. Families have found hope here.

Join us on May 17th from 11am–7pm at Severna Park Taphouse for:

• Three stages
• 20+ bands
• Incredible local talent
• Great food
• A community united for a powerful purpose

This is more than a music festival. It is a visible reminder that no one has to struggle alone.

There is no set ticket price this year — we are simply asking for a donation. Give what you can. Every dollar goes directly back into mental health initiatives in our schools and community. Burgers & Bands is entirely volunteer-run, meaning more of your contribution supports the mission.

Our sponsors make this event possible. Sponsorship is more than brand visibility — it is a public commitment to supporting mental health in our community. By sponsoring Burgers & Bands, your business stands alongside a cause that impacts thousands of local families.

This event runs because of volunteers. When you give your time, you directly support the mission and help ensure more funds go back into schools and partner organizations. Whether you help for a few hours or the entire day, your role matters.

Whether you attend, sponsor, donate, or volunteer, you are part of the impact.

Come celebrate 10 years of music, community, and hope — and help us continue changing the conversation.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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