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There are many
events to enjoy in Carroll County Maryland throughout the year. Carroll County
offers a variety of fun activities and attractions with community picnics, fire
carnivals, 4H Fair, and festivals. There are a number of special events
held each year in Carroll County along with golf, fishing,
antiques, arts, music, farmers market, parks and recreation. Here is a
list of featured attractions, activities and events in Carroll County MD.
Look for your favorite 2023 carnivals in Carroll County Maryland, wine festival,
carnival, Carroll County carnivals, fairs, and other local events in
Westminster, Hampstead, and in Carroll County, MD scheduled in 2023 throughout
the County.
Maryland Wine Festival, Westminster MD
Carroll County Events, Carnival, Fair, Festival, Concert, & Food
in Maryland
May 4-6 | 49th Flower and Plant Mar
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Farmers Market: Ag
Center, Hampstead, Sykesville, Finksburg, Downtown Westminster, Mount Airy.
Info at www.carrollgrown.org
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Tour Carroll Wineries, Vineyards,
Breweries and Distilleries in Carroll County Maryland. Tastings and
product sales may be available for the following locations: Galloping Goose
Vineyards, Detour Vineyard & Winery, Serpent Ridge Vineyard, Old Westminster
Winery, Pub Dog Brewing Company, Ruhlman Brewery, Miscellaneous Distillery, and
Patapsco Distilling Company.
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Carroll County Workforce Development (BERC) events:
Workforce events
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Job Fairs in Maryland
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Carroll Hospital:
Carroll Hospital Events
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Westminster Moose Family Center Calendar of
Events:
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Manchester Fire Carnival, July
3-8
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July 4th Fireworks
at the Carroll County Farm Museum, July 4
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Common Ground on
the Hill, July 1 - July 13, McDaniel College
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Winfield Fire Carnival, July
10-15
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Mid Maryland Job Fair & Recruiting
Event, BERC, July 10, 10 am to 1 pm, 410-386-2820
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Common Ground on the Hill Festival,
July 11, Farm Museum
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Reese Fire Carnival, July
17-22
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Month of Sundays Concert Series, July
7, 14, 21 and 28
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Mount Airy Fire Carnival, July 31 through August 5
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Carroll County
Fair, Carroll County Ag Center, 4-H / FFA Fair,
July
29 through August 5
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Corn Roast Festival,
Union Mills Homestead, Westminster, August 5
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Carroll County Restaurant Week,
August 6-12
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National Night Out, August
6,
various locations in Carroll County Maryland
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BERC Job Fair, Westminster, August
7
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Shop Maryland Tax Free Week,
August 9-15, on clothing and shoes less than $100.
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Hampstead Fire Carnival,
August 7-12
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Carroll County Restaurant Week
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Secret Garden Farewell Summer,
Wine, Music & Arts Festival, August 20, Farm Museum
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Attend a Fire Carnival to support
local Fire Companies in Carroll County MD.
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Maryland SummerFest, August 26,
Carroll County Farm Museum, Westminster MD
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Celebrate Mount Airy, August 27
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Pickleball League, Westminster MD,
August 31 - October 19
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Carroll County Public Schools, 1st
Day of School, September 6, 2022
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Pooch Pool Party, Westminster Pool,
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Steam Show Days, September 7-10
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Seniors on the Go Expo,
Seniors on the Go, Aging Expo,
September 13, Ag Center, Westminster MD
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Carroll County Virtual Job Fair,
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The Maryland Wine Festival,
September 16, Farm Museum, Westminster
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Westminster
Fallfest, September 22-25
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Good Game Fest, September
24-26, TownMall Westminster, hosted by MAGIC
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Piney Run Apple Festival, September
28, Sykesville
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Microbrewery Festival,
Union Mills Homestead, Westminster, September 30
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BERC Job Fair,
BERC Job Fair,
Westminster MD,
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Rotary Oktoberfest of Carroll
County, October 1-2, Ag Center, Westminster MD
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Downtown Oyster Stroll,
Westminster, October 7
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Secret Garden Autumn R&B/Neo Soul
Wine Festival, October 8
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Carroll County Virtual Job Fair, October 14, 10 am
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Walk Maryland Day: 1-Mile Community
Walk, Westminster Maryland
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Sykesville Fall Festival, October 13
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A Culinary Experience, Martin's
Westminster, October 14
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Fall Harvest Celebration, Farm
Museum, Westminster, October 14
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Carroll County Virtual Job Fair, October 26, 10 am
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Bedlam in the Boro,
Lineboro Fire Department,
We will operate every Friday & Saturday Oct 7th-29th. Please visit our
website bedlamintheboro.com for
updates coming soon!
The Ticket Booth is Open 7:00PM – 10:00PM
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Carroll County Corn Maze,
Westminster MD
The Corn Maze starts Friday September 23rd and runs every Friday, Saturday,
and Sunday through October 3oth. We will be open on Monday Oct. 31st for
Halloween!
Friday – 6-10pm
Saturday – 2-10pm
Sunday – 12-6pm
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Election Day is Tuesday, November
8th. Be sure to cast your vote this year!
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Mistletoe Mart,
November 11-13, Westminster
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Sykesville Craft Beer Festival,
November 12
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Carroll County Virtual Job Fair, November 16, 10 am
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Decorator & Artist Registration
25th Annual Festival Wreaths
Event dates:
November
25 @ 10:00 am - December
4 @ 7:00 pm
Each year more than 150 theme wreaths are displayed through this week-long
silent auction that is one of the Carroll County Arts Council’s most significant
fundraising events. Wreaths and Holiday Art may be donated by businesses, civic
/ social organizations, schools, offices, families or individuals. There is no
registration fee.
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Carroll County Black Friday, November 25
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Miracle on Main Street,
Westminster, November 26
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Carroll County Cyber Monday, November 28
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Carroll County Virtual Job Fair, December 2, 10 am
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Happy New Year Carroll County, January 1, 2023
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Sykesville First Friday, January 3
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Baltimore Ravens at Cincinnati
Bengals, Wild Card Football Playoff Game, January 15, 2023
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Carroll County Birthday Celebration
183rd, January 18
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Farm Toy Show & Auction, January
18, Ag Center, Westminster MD
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Westminster Flea Market, February 1,
Ag Center
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TryVent, Get in Motion,
Westminster, TownMall
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Freedom Fitness and
Health Expo, January
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Sykesville First Friday, February 7
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Don’t miss the 26th annual Stop, Swap and Save, the
East Coast’s Largest Indoor Bicycle Swap and Consumer Expo. If you’ve
never made it to the SWAP before, don’t miss out in 2023!
Mount
Airy Chocolate Crawl, February 14
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The Penguin Random House Book Fair kicks off with a
Family Movie Night! Two showings: 4:30pm and 7:00pm.
One of Carroll County’s favorite community events, the
Penguin Random House Book Fair has something for everyone including
discounted new books, children’s activities, featured authors and
more! Book Fair is devoted to literacy and education
International Bull Riders (IBR) was established in
2001. Since its inception, the IBR has sanctioned hundreds of events.
Each year IBR pays over $100,000 in prize money and awards.
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Maple Sugarin' Festival - March 3
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Sykesville First Friday, March 6
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Westminster 5K Celtic Canter, Irish
Celebration, March 11, Irish Festival, including Celtic Canter 5K, Whiskey
Tasting Event, Pub Crawl, music, food and of course, drinks! Attend the
Westminster Irish Festival on 3/11.
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Hampstead Manchester Business & Community Expo, March 16
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Westminster MD Egg Hunt on April 1
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Sykesville First Friday, April 7
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Main Street Mount Airy Chili
Cook-off, April 6
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Downtown Restaurant Week,
Westminster, April 12-21
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Annual PEEPShow,
April 8 - April 18, Westminster MD,
Monday – Saturday • 10 AM – 6:30 PM | Sunday • 12 PM – 5:30 PM
A Display of Marshmallow Masterpieces at the TownMall of Westminster!
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Main Street Mile, April 12,
Westminster MD
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Carroll County Home Show,
Westminster, April 22 & 23, at the Carroll County Ag Center, Westminster, MD
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Wine Stroll, Westminster, April 22, local wines, wine tasting, wine mart,
food, wine samples, music and more! Attend the Westminster Wine Stroll on 4/22.
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Taste of Carroll, April 25
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Flower and Plant Market, Union
Mills, May 5-7
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Sykesville Art & Wine Festival, May
6
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Taste of Eldersburg, May
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Carroll County Veterans
Celebration, May 7, Carroll County Farm Museum, from 12-4 pm
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Job Fair, Thursday, May 7, 2020
Carroll County Business and Employment Resource Center, BERC, May 7:
The Carroll County Business/Employment Resource Center is hosting a Job Fair on Thursday, May
7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., @ BERC, 224 N. Center
Street, in Westminster, MD.
No pre-registration is required. The BERC Job Fair is an event that
enables community members and job seekers to meet and speak with representatives
from area businesses that are looking for qualified employees. Job seekers can
complete applications and distribute their resume to participating businesses.
For more information, please contact Scott Singleton, 410-386-2820 or visit the BERC website at www.carrollworks.com.
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Westminster Flower and Jazz Festival, May 13.
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Attend a Fire Carnival to support
local Fire Companies in Carroll County MD.
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Secret Garden Caribbean Wine, Music
& Arts Festival, May 12, Farm Museum
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Walk a Mile in Her Shoes, May 14
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Blacksmith Days, May 20-21
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Hampstead Day, May
21
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Wine, Art, & Music Festival, May
21, Taneytown Memorial Park
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Gamber Fire
Carnival, May 27 running for 8 nights
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New Windsor Fire
Carnival, June 3-8
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Union Bridge Fire Carnival, May
27 - June 1
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Job Club,
every Wednesday, 1-2 pm, BERC, Westminster, 410-386-2820
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Art in the Park, June 4
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Mount Airy 4 County Lions Club Carnival, June
5-10
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Carroll County Celtic Festival,
June 10
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Taneytown Wine Art and Music,
Taneytown, June 10
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Sykesville and Freedom Fire Carnival, June
10-17
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Food Truck Sunday Funday, June 11
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Lax Max, Lacrosse, June 9-10
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Taneytown Fire Carnival, June
12-17
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Westminster Beer and BBQ Stroll,
June 17
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Carroll County Golf Tournament,
June 20
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Harney Fire Carnival,
June 21-24
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Secret Garden R & B/Neo Soul Music,
Arts and Wine Festival, June 24-25, Farm Museum, Westminster MD
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Check out these Carroll County pages:
Carroll County Health
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July 9, 16, 23 & 30 |
Month of Sundays Concert Series |
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Westminster City Park, 11 Longwell Avenue, Westminster. 6:45pm.
"A Month of Sundays" Concert Series will be every Sunday in July,
except 7/2. Admission is free. 7/9 – Endless Summer (Beach Boys
Tribute); 7/16 – Gringo Jingo (Santana Tribute); 7/23 – Jah Works
(Reggae); and 7/30 Caribbean Chillers (Jimmy Buffet Tribute). Food
vendors.
More info. 410-751-5100 |
July 10 - 28 |
Living History Camp |
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Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center Street, Westminster. 9am
– 4pm daily.
Living History Camp teaches children entering 3rd – 5th grade the
skills they would have needed to survive rural life in the 1800s.
Hands-on experiences and demonstrations make history come alive as
campers travel back in time each day. Campers will learn old-time
skills from master craftsmen, play old-fashioned games and make
traditional arts projects to take home. Spaces are limited to 40
per session. Registration forms can be found on our website under
the Living History tab.
More info. 800-654-4645 |
July 15 & 16 |
Civil War Encampment and Living History |
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Union Mills Homestead and Grist Mill, 3311 Littlestown Pike,
Westminster.
9am – 4pm.
Two days of special events commemorate Civil War history at the
actual encampment sites of J.E.B. Stuart's Cavalry and Sykes'
Union V Corps. Cavalry, Infantry, and Artillery drills, living
history and skirmishes. Admission includes all the living
history, reenactments, presentations, and walk-through tours of
the house and mill. On Saturday evening from 7pm – 9pm we will be
holding a Civil War dance. Admission to the dance is included in
the park admission, or as a separate ticket at $5 a person.
More info. 410-848-2288 |
July 21 & 22 |
Message in a Bottle Beach Tea |
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Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center St., Westminster.
Friday and Saturday 11am & 2pm.
Join us for a themed three-course tea in the cozy Victorian
setting of the Carroll Tea Room. After tea, enjoy a guided tour
through the Farmhouse by a costumed docent. Reservations and
prepayment of $20 per person are required by July 14th.
More info. 800-654-4645 |
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Manchester Fire Company Carnival
Manchester Fire Company Carnival Grounds, 3400 Locust St.,
Manchester. 6 – 11pm.
Rides, food, games and entertainment every night. Kitchen opens at
5pm. Fireworks on July 6th at 10pm. Parade on July 5th.
More info. 443-547-1745
July 10 - 15
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Winfield Fire Company Carnival
Winfield Fire Company Carnival Grounds, 1320 W Old Liberty Rd.,
Sykesville. 6 – 11pm.
Rides, food, games and entertainment. See schedule on website for
parade and fireworks information.
More info. 410-795-1333
July 17 - 22
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Reese Fire Company Carnival
Reese Fire Company Carnival Grounds, 1745 Baltimore Blvd,
Westminster. 6 – 11pm.
Free parking; more than 20 rides; and nightly entertainment. Food and
games.
More info. 410-848-7172
July 24 - 29
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Mt. Airy Volunteer Fire Company Carnival
Mt. Airy Volunteer Fire Company Carnival Grounds, 1008 Twin Arch Rd.,
Mt Airy. 5 – 10pm
Parade is Thursday evening July 27th at 6:30pm. Fireworks are Saturday
evening July 29th after sunset.
More info. 301-829-0100
August 14 - 19
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Hampstead Fire Company Carnival
Hampstead Volunteer Fire Company, 1341 N Main St., Hampstead. 6 –
11pm; Sat., 3:45 - 11pm.
Rides, food, games and entertainment every night.
More info. 410-374-2424
July 23 |
6th Annual Firefighter 50 Bike Ride |
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Pleasant Valley Community Fire Company, 2030 South Pleasant Valley
Road, Westminster. 6:30am – 6pm.
Bike routes range from 30 miles to 101 miles through Western
Carroll County and into Eastern Frederick County which will
include a portion of southern Pennsylvania. The fee is $35 in
advance, $40 same day of ride, which includes full lunch, fully
supported rides, and entry for door prizes. Check out the website
for complete information and route maps. Hope to see you there!
More info. 240-357-0593 |
July 23 |
Secret Garden Reggae, Wine, Music & Arts Festival |
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Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center Street, Westminster.
Noon – 7pm.
Includes Reggae, R & B/Neo-soul and Caribbean music along with
food and craft vendors. Two fabulous Maryland wineries are also
part of this wonderful festival.
More info. 800-654-4645 |
July 29 - Aug 4 |
Carroll County 4-H/FFA Fair |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agriculture Center Drive,
Westminster.
11am – 11pm.
The 4H and FFA members develop positive self-esteem and experience
valuable life lessons on which to build successful futures. There
are many family friendly events, including a demolition derby,
monster trucks, a tractor pull, and our famous Saturday night
concert. Admission to the fair is free. Some individual events
have a fee.
More info. 410-848-FAIR |
August 5 |
47th Annual Old-Fashioned Corn Roast Festival |
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Union Mills Homestead and Grist Mill, 3311 Littlestown Pike,
Westminster.
11am – 5pm.
Come enjoy an old-fashioned meal featuring corn roasted in the
husk, served at your table. Meal ticket buys a serving of
chicken, applesauce, roll, sliced tomatoes, a beverage…and all the
roasted corn you can eat! Music and vendors!
More info. 410-848-2288 |
August 5 |
Taneytown History Museum Anniversary Celebration |
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Taneytown History Museum, 340 E. Baltimore St., Taneytown. 1pm –
4pm.
13th Anniversary Celebration of History Museum. Please join us for
this celebration.
More info. 443-918-8687 |
August 12 |
Sykesville Cinema |
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Millard-Cooper Park, Sykesville. Dusk.
Sykesville Cinema Returns for its 8th Season! With a 12'
inflatable movie screen and a powerful audio and video system, the
Sykesville Parks and Recreation Committee will be returning with
quality-run movie performances. The Snack Shack will be serving
delicious, freshly-popped popcorn, hot dogs, ice cream, candy,
soda pop, bottled water, and glow sticks.
More info. 410-795-8959 |
August 12 & 26 |
Summer Saturdays at the Shellman House |
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Sherman-Fisher-Shellman House, 206 East Main Street, Westminster.
Tours at 10:30am & 11:30am.
One-hour guided tour of Historic Sherman-Fisher-Shellman House,
built 1807. Visitors will learn more about the residents of the
house, what each resident did while living there, and about each
individual room (parlor, dining room, bedroom, pantry, and
kitchen). Self-guided tour of Shipley Garden. Tickets available at
The Shop at Cockey's. No strollers.
More info. 410-848-6494 |
August 13 |
Farewell Summer Wine, Music & Arts Festival |
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Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center Street, Westminster.
Noon – 7pm.
Sponsored by Secret Garden. Featuring a complimentary glass and
tasting of Basignani and Dejon wines from their vineyards. Food
vendors, cigars, hookah, spa treatments, and live music. No
outside alcohol permitted. No pets are permitted on Museum
grounds.
More info. 410-386-3880 |
August 15 |
Box Lunch Talk: Murder & Mayhem in Carroll County |
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Grace Lutheran Church, Grace Hall, 21 Carroll Street,
Westminster. Noon.
Ever since Biblical times when Cain committed the first murder
when he killed his brother Abel, crime, murder, and mayhem has
been the focus of an unexplained fascination of any society and
Carroll County is no different. Kevin Dayhoff reports upon many of
the high crimes and misdemeanors that have stained the history of
the county over the years.
More info. 410-848-6494 |
August 18 |
FLICC Presents "Captain Fantastic" |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster. 1pm &
7:30pm.
A father devoted to raising his six kids with a rigorous physical
and intellectual education is forced to leave his forest paradise
and enter the real world, challenging his idea of what it means to
be a parent. Sponsored by Blair Reid and John E. Glenn. 2016; R;
1 hour 42 minutes.
More info. 410-848-7272 |
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August 13 - 20 |
Carroll County Restaurant Week |
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Various Carroll County Restaurants. Hours vary by restaurant.
Choose from any of the participating Carroll County restaurants
and enjoy a breakfast, lunch or dinner at fixed-prices starting at
$10.17, in $5 increments. List of participating restaurants,
menus, and prices can be found on the Carroll County Restaurant
Week website. "Like" the Carroll County Restaurant Week Facebook
page.
More info. 410-848-9050 |
August 19 |
River Valley Trail Festival |
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River Valley Ranch, 4443 Grave Run Road, Manchester. 5:30am –
11pm.
The River Valley Run is Maryland's premier trail run event! Our
event features four exciting races: Our nationally recognized and
award winning 10K trail race through 500 breathtaking wooded
acres; a scenic 5K road course on the country roads of Carroll
County; a 15K trail race for those looking for an even bigger
challenge and a BRAND NEW 5K Trail race. There will also be a
free Kids fest area for those who want to have your family join in
the fun!
More info. 443-712-1010 |
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August 19 |
5th Annual yART Sale |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 West Main Street, Westminster. 8am – 4pm.
Featuring "previously enjoyed" artwork, frames, art supplies, and
art books sold at bargain basement prices. New this year – on
Monday, August 21 any remaining merchandise will be 50% off from
10am to Noon. Paintings, prints, drawings, and photographs will
be sold at "yard sale" prices with most being priced under $20.
Art books and supplies are also sold at deeply discounted prices.
More info. 410-848-7272 |
August 23 |
Everything Children Consignment Sale |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agriculture Center Drive,
Westminster.
7am – 2pm; ½ price sale 3:30pm – 4:30pm.
Quality maternity clothes, children's play, school and dress
clothes, children's shoes and sporting equipment and baby
equipment. Pack-N-Plays, swings & strollers, toys and much more.
More info. 410-848-6704 |
August 27 |
Concert in the Park – Westminster Municipal Band |
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Belle Grove Square, Bond Street & W. Green Street, Westminster.
6pm.
The band's Color Guard will present the colors for the evening.
Bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating.
More info. 443-375-2926 |
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Sept. 2 |
Labor Day Indoor Flea Market |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agriculture Center
Drive, Westminster.
8am – 2pm.
Checkout over 200+ spaces of crafts, antiques, flea market
stuff, and much more. This is a rain or shine event as it is
inside the Shipley Arena. Food served all day.
More info. 410-848-6704 |
Sept. 7 - 10 |
Steam Show Days & Gas Round-Up |
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Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center Street,
Westminster. 7am – 6pm.
The Mason Dixon Historical Society presents antique farm
machinery, steam and gas engines and antique cars on
display. Consignment sale/auction, breakfast, lunch &
dinner, flea market, saw mill & shingle mill operation,
tractor race, parade of antique cars and trucks, kid’s pedal
pull, threshing and baling.
More info. 800-654-4645 |
Sept. 9 |
Antique & Collectibles Appraisal Day |
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Grace Lutheran Church, 21 Carroll Street, Westminster. 10am
– 4pm.
Bring your treasurers! Experienced appraisers of antiques
and collectibles will tell you more about the history of
your items and how much they may be worth. Proceeds benefit
the Historical Society of Carroll County.
More info. 410-848-6494 |
Sept. 10 |
Monarch Madness Festival |
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Bear Branch Nature Center, 300 John Owings Road,
Westminster. 12pm – 4pm.
Celebrate the arrival of fall by learning about the amazing
annual migration of Monarch butterflies! Say goodbye to the
butterflies as they begin their long journey south to
Mexico; participate in monarch-themed games, crafts, and
face painting for kids; purchase native plants that support
butterfly populations; and view a live butterfly exhibit!
Food and beverage will be available. $5 parking per vehicle.
More info. 410-386-3580 |
Sept. 16 & 17 |
The Maryland Wine Festival© |
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Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center Street,
Westminster.
Saturday 10am – 6pm; Sunday 11am – 6pm.
Over 30 Maryland wineries are gathered here so that you may
savor your favorite vintages, expand your palate and add new
Maryland wines to your repertoire. Great new activities,
expanded food offerings and even added more one-of-a-kind
crafts. So lay out your blanket or set up your chairs and
join us for a weekend of music, food, fun.
More info. 800-654-4645 |
Sept. 19 |
Box Lunch Talk: McDaniel College at 150 |
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Grace Lutheran Church, Grace Hall, 21 Carroll Street,
Westminster. Noon.
McDaniel College, founded in 1867 as Western Maryland
College, has been part of the Carroll County scene for 150
years. James Lightner, Professor Emeritus, Trustee, and
College Historian, discusses ten critical moments or events
in the College’s history that impacted its development and
viability, bringing it to this sesquicentennial year.
More info. 410-848-6494 |
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Sept. 21 - 24 |
Westminster Fallfest |
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Westminster City Park, Westminster. Thur., 6pm – 10pm;
Fri., 2pm – 10pm;
Sat., 10am – 10pm; and Sun., Noon – 6pm.
Join the festivities as Fallfest begins with our annual
parade along Main Street and Pennsylvania Avenue on
September 21 at 7pm and benefit walk/run September 21 at
6:55pm. Music, rides, and vendors.
More info. 410-751-5501 |
Sept. 23 |
Artisans at Work: Inspirations from the Past |
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Emerald Hill – City Hall/Carroll County Visitor Center, 1838
Emerald Hill Lane, Westminster. 10am – 4pm.
Experience the past with the Historical Society and living
history artisans as they demonstrate colonial period
crafts. Artisans’ crafts include tinsmithing,
blacksmithing, chair caning, candle making, weaving,
quilting, and scrimshaw power horn carving. Guests will be
able to interact with the artisans, ask questions, and see
first-hand how a local colonial artisan may have earned his
or her living.
More info. 410-848-6494 |
Sept. 23 |
2017 Emergency Preparedness Expo |
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Carroll County Office Building Parking Lot, 225 North Center
Street, Westminster. 10am – 2pm.
The Emergency Preparedness Expo provides an opportunity for
the entire family to become familiar with the many aspects
of emergency preparedness, response and recovery. Featured
are live demonstrations, static displays, informational
exhibits, giveaways and free raffle prizes.
Klindenberg@ccg.carr.org. 410-386-2296 |
Sept. 23 |
Mount Airy Lions Club Yard Sale & Flea Market |
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Mount Airy VFC Carnival Grounds, Route 27 and Twin Arch
Road, Mount Airy.
8am – 3pm, rain or shine.
This is the largest yard sale in the area. There will be
over 250 booths with all kinds of merchandise for sale. The
Mount Airy Lions Club will serve breakfast from 6am to 11am
and lunch from 11am until closing.
More info. 301-829-5466 |
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Sept. 30 |
Piney Run Annual Apple Festival |
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Piney Run Park & Nature Center, 30 Martz Road, Sykesville. 10am –
4pm.
You can enjoy everything apple as well as craft making family
activities to enjoy. There will be scarecrow making, hayrides,
music and entertainment, along with many local vendors selling
their wares, and the Nature Center will be open to visit. Park
entrance fees apply.
More info. 410-795-6043 |
Sept. 30 |
12th Annual Maryland Microbrewery Festival |
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Union Mills Homestead & Grist Mill, 3311 Littlestown Pike,
Westminster. 11am – 6pm.
This fun-packed festival celebrates and promotes the best of
Maryland’s handcrafted and distinctive microbrews. The event
includes live music, crafts, and there will be a wide variety of
food vendors. Come join the fun at the Maryland's premier beer
festival!
More info. 410-848-2288 |
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Oct. 6 - Nov. 12 |
Carroll County Corn Maze |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Drive,
Westminster.
Fri. and Sat.; 12pm - 5pm & 7pm - 10pm, Sun.; 12pm-5pm.
This year's theme is "Buy Local Carroll County Grown". Special
group rates and times available. Fundraising opportunities
available as well.
More info. 410-848-6704 |
Oct. 7 |
Taneytown Annual Harvest Fest |
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Taneytown Memorial Park, Taneytown Pike & Park Rd., Taneytown.
11am.
Civil War reenactment, living history, period settlers, crafters,
artists, kid zone,
petting zoo, music and a variety of food.
More info. 410-751-1100 |
Oct. 7 |
Hampstead Fall Festival |
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Hampstead Vol. Fire Company, 1341 North Main Street, Hampstead.
10am - 5pm.
Activities include face painting; wine tasting, scarecrow making,
hay rides and corn maze, candy apples, pumpkin painting, K-9
demonstration, kid's zone, and fire safety and prevention.
More info. 240-832-2921 |
Oct. 7 |
Mount Airy Fall Festival |
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Mount Airy Fireman's Carnival Grounds, 1008 Twin Arch Rd., Mount
Airy. 10am - 6pm.
Hometown Family Fun. This is an outdoor event – rain or shine.
100+ vendors and food. Free admission and parking.
More info. 240-832-2921 |
Oct. 7 & 8 |
6th Annual Oktoberfest - Rotary Clubs of Carroll County |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Dr.,
Westminster.
Sat.; Noon - 8pm, Sun.; 10am - 2pm.
This will be a fun-filled weekend with many family activities.
Authentic style German Foods, beers and music. Free admission for
those arriving in authentic German attire.
More info. 443-244-7799 |
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Oct. 8 |
Sykesville Harvest Festival |
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Various locations in Historic Downtown Sykesville. 9am - 4pm.
The Harvest Festival hosts 50+ craft and food vendors, live
entertainment, and a FREE kid's zone for families to enjoy. The
festival features the best of our Farmers' Market and 25+ extra
vendors and kids activities.
More info. 410-795-8959 |
Oct. 8 |
Secret Garden Autumn R&B/Neo-Soul Wine Festival |
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Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center Street, Westminster.
11am - 6pm.
Featuring a complimentary glass and tasting of Basignani and Dejon
wines from their vineyards. Food vendors, cigars, hookah, spa
treatments, and live music. No outside alcohol permitted.
More info. 800-654-4645 |
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Oct. 14 |
Downtown Westminster Oyster Stroll |
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Historic Downtown Westminster Main Street. Noon - 5pm.
The city Oyster Stroll festival is far more than oysters,
music, food, and fun for the community. It is an event
designed to raise awareness about and benefit Chesapeake
farmed raised oyster aquaculture. So join us and sample all
the flavors of our Chesapeake Bay while helping to support
the CCA Living Reef Action Campaign.
More info. 410-751-5501 |
Oct. 14 |
Beards, Beers & Brats |
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Town of Mount Airy, 110 S Main St., Mount Airy. 11am - 5pm.
Twenty craft breweries to choose from. This event will
offer a beer, bratwurst and sausage tasting. The festival
will feature a 16+ category beard and mustache competition
and 5 musical acts. The festival is family friendly but
geared toward beer and music enthusiasts over the age of 21.
More info. 410-357-7288 |
Oct. 14|
Fall Harvest Celebration |
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Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center Street,
Westminster. 10am - 5pm.
Parade, car show, artisan demonstrations, children's costume
contest, make your own scarecrow ($), pumpkin painting,
delicious food ($), live entertainment, children's crafts,
corn cannon ($), tractor rides and more.
More info. 800-654-4645 |
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Oct. 7 - 29 |
Bedlam in the Boro |
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Lineboro Volunteer Fire Department, 4224 East Main Street,
Lineboro.
Fridays and Saturdays 7pm - 10:30pm.
Bring the whole family for your night of fun with the ghosts and
ghouls. Come early and enjoy some good food before you ride.
Platters will be served in the fire hall from 6pm to 9pm on Friday
and 5pm to 9pm on Saturday.
More info. 410-239-4467 |
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Oct. 22 |
11th Annual Mason Dixon Jeep Gathering |
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Union Mills Homestead and Grist Mill, 3311 Littlestown Pike,
Westminster.
10am - 3pm.
Come join us for one of the largest vintage Jeep shows on
the East Coast. See World War II and Korean War era military
Jeeps as well as the Civilian Jeeps and utility vehicles
that are the grandfathers of today's Jeeps and SUVs. The
show is open to the public, and all Willys and Kaiser/Willys
Jeep vehicles are welcome.
More info. 410-848-2288 |
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Oct. 22 |
Westminster Coin & Currency Show |
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Westminster Volunteer Fire Department, 28 John Street,
Westminster. 9am - 4pm.
About thirty US and World Coin and Currency dealers buying and
selling old coins, paper money, gold and silver.
More info. 443-623-7025 |
Oct. 28 |
Downtown Halloween Celebration |
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Historic Downtown Westminster. 3pm - 6pm.
Trick-or-Treating, haunted house and ghost tours at Westminster
Library.
Spooky Sprint at 6:55pm.
More info. 410-751-5501 |
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Nov. 4 |
Sykesville Chili & Craft Beer Festival |
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Historic Downtown Sykesville. Noon-5pm.
Join us for the 6th Annual Sykesville Chili & Beer Festival on
Main Street in Downtown Sykesville. 30+ craft breweries, tons of
delicious chili, live entertainment and more will make for an
awesome fall day in beautiful, historic Sykesville.
More info. 410-795-8959 |
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Nov. 9 - 11 |
44th Annual Mistletoe Mart |
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Church of the Ascension, 23 North Court Street, Westminster.
Thurs. & Fri. 10am-8pm; Sat. 10am-4:30pm.
50 juried artisans and craftspeople feature jewelry, pottery,
stained glass, woodenware, baskets, pet beds, textiles and fiber
arts, gifts, fine chocolates, and confections, wreaths,
photography and paintings. Cafe, hourly door prizes, quilt raffle,
country store and more.
More Info. 410-848-3251 |
Nov. 10 - 12 |
"Shrek the Musical Jr." |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster. Fri. 7pm;
Sat. 3pm & 7pm;
Sun. 3pm.
As everyone's favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairy tale
misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true
acceptance. The cast features more than 50 talented teens from our
area.
More Info. 410-848-7272 |
Nov. 11 |
35th Annual Christmas in the Valley |
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Pleasant Valley Community Fire Company, 2030 Pleasant Valley Rd.
South, Westminster. 9am-3pm.
Annual Holiday bazaar, crafts, food, and train garden.
More Info. 410-848-1977 |
Nov. 11 & 12 |
American Girl Children's Tea |
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Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S Center St., Westminster.
Seating's at 11am & 2pm Saturday; and 2pm Sunday.
Featuring a child-friendly menu. Accompanying adults must also
reserve a seat at the tea. All teas include a guided tour of the
Farmhouse and other activities as noted. Reservations and
prepayment of $20 per person are required by November 3, 2017.
More Info. 800-654-4645 |
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Nov. 17 |
Holiday Preview |
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Historic Downtown Mount Airy. 5pm-9pm.
The Downtown Shops of Mount Airy welcome everyone to an evening of
seasonal cheer, shopping, dining, hot cocoa, cookies, carriage
rides and entertainment. Sample wines from local vineyards while
you shop. It will be a relaxing evening!
More Info. 301-829-1424 |
Nov. 17 - 25 |
Gingerbread Village Festival |
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Winchester Exchange, 15 East Main Street, Westminster (Across from
the Westminster Library). 8am-7pm.
Building Sweet Hope for the Homeless! An event to support
National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week. The Gingerbread
Village will also be open during the holiday parade and small
business Saturday. All proceeds benefit the Human Services
Programs.
More Info. 410-857-2999 |
Nov. 17 - Dec. 23 |
9th Annual Gallery of Gifts |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster. 10am-4pm.
The Carroll Arts Center's Tevis Gallery is filled with a dazzling
array of imaginative art pieces....sure to please everyone on your
gift list. More than 30 regional artists are featured in this
annual exhibit that celebrates the spirit of "shop local!"
Sponsored by Farmers & Merchants Bank.
More Info. 410-848-7272 |
Nov. 18 |
"Christmas in Shipley" Christmas Bazaar |
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Zion United Methodist Church, 2716 Old Washington Road,
Westminster.
8:30am–2:00pm
Breakfast sandwiches; lunch features oyster sandwiches, soups,
desserts, other sandwiches. A variety of jams, jellies, pickles,
relishes, baked goods, handcrafted items, flowers and many other
quality gift items. Santa's Secret Shop for children.
More Info. 410-833-6295 |
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November 4, 11, 18 |
Carroll County Farmers' Market
Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Drive,
Westminster. 8am – 2pm.
11/4 – "Local Authors Day"; 11/11 – "Art Guild Show & Sale"; 11/18 –
"Open House". Fresh produce in season, eggs, baked goods, homemade
candy, honey, jams, jellies, meats, perennials, hanging baskets and
crafts. Breakfast and lunch available.
More Info. 410-848-7748
November 4, 11, 18 |
Downtown Westminster Farmers' Market
Conaway Parking Lot, Rt. 27 and Railroad Ave., Westminster. 8am -
12pm.
The Saturday morning market is the oldest "Producer Only," open air,
seasonal farmers' market operating in Carroll County, Maryland.
Offering farm fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, meats, cheeses, baked
goods, jams & jellies, and plants.
More Info. 410-848-5294
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Nov. 19 |
Westminster Train Show |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Drive,
Westminster. 10am-3pm.
Large operating train display. 200 tables of toy trains and
related items for sale.
Refreshments available. Admission $4. Children under 12 free.
More Info. 410-848-6704 |
Nov. 19 |
Masterworks Chorale of Carroll County's Fall Concert -
"Here I Sing" |
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Baker Memorial Chapel, McDaniel College, 2 College Hill,
Westminster. 3pm-5pm.
Featuring works by Michael Praetorius including "A Mighty
Fortress", marking the McDaniel College Sesquicentennial. Margaret
Boudreaux, Artistic Director and Ted Dix, Organ with Washington
Cornett and Sackbutt Ensemble Children's Chorus of Carroll County,
McDaniel College Choir, Frostburg State University Choir (Dr.
James Redden, Director).
More Info. 410-596-1022 |
Nov. 24 - Dec. 3 |
20th Annual Festival of Wreaths |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster. 10am-4pm
The more than 150 uniquely decorated theme wreaths are always a
hit. Come and see all the amazing creativity on display. Vote
for your favorite wreaths. While you are here you can bid on
wreaths for yourself and as gifts for others. Sponsored by PNC
Bank & The Carroll County Times.
More Info. 410-848-7272 |
Nov. 25 |
5th Annual Sykesville Holiday Marketplace |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Drive,
Westminster. 9am-3pm.
Over 150 carefully selected vendors featuring handmade crafts and
items from your favorite direct sale companies. From home décor
to holiday decorations, paper crafts to jewelry, ceramics to
woodcrafts, candles to glassware, children's items to specialty
foods & drinks, there is something for everyone! Get all of your
holiday shopping done in one place!
More Info. 410-848-6704 |
Nov. 25 |
Miracle on Main St. Holiday Events & Electric Parade |
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Downtown Westminster. All Day Event.
Small Business Saturday, 10am - 5pm. Jingle Bell Run at 4:45pm
and Miracle on Main Electric Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting
Ceremony at 5pm. Enjoy the seasonal sounds of the Westminster
Municipal Band, sing carols and await the arrival of Santa.
Santa's Treat from 6-8:30pm at the Westminster Library.
More Info. 410-751-5501 |
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Nov. 25 - Dec. 3 |
Mayberry Mill Arts, Crafts, and Gifts Show |
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Historic Mayberry Mill, Stone Road & Mayberry Road, Taneytown.
Mon. - Sat. 10am-5pm; Sun. Noon - 4pm
Handcrafted items displayed in a pre-Civil War flour and grain
mill.
More Info. 410-848-6213 |
Nov. 25 - Dec. 31|
Holiday Light Show at McDaniel College |
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Kenneth R. Gill Stadium, 2 College Hill, Westminster. 5pm.
View this drive-through light display synchronized to music
throughout the holiday season. The show opens on Saturday, Nov.
25, in conjunction with Westminster's Miracle on Main Street
holiday electric parade, and will be on display through the
holiday season.
More Info. 410-857-2290 |
Nov. 27 - Dec. 2 |
Taneytown Heritage & History Museum
Holiday of Trees, Wreaths &
Centerpieces |
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New Windsor State Bank, 222 E Baltimore St., Taneytown. Sat.
9am-12pm;
Weekdays 9am-3pm.
Individuals, businesses, organizations and group's entries are
displayed. Public votes for winners. There is a silent auction.
All proceeds benefit THMA a 501(c) 3 organization.
More Info. 443-918-8687 |
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Dec. 1 - 3 |
20th Annual Festival of Wreaths |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster. 10am - 7pm.
Closes at 4pm 12/3.
The more than 150 uniquely decorated theme wreaths are always a
hit. Come and see all the amazing creatively on display. Vote for
your favorite wreaths. While you are here you can bid on wreaths
for yourself and as gifts for others.
More info. 410-848-7272 |
Dec. 1 - 3 |
Mayberry Mill Arts, Crafts, and Gifts Show |
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Historic Mayberry Mill, Stone Road & Mayberry Road, Taneytown.
Mon. - Sat. 10am - 5pm; Sun. Noon - 4pm
Handcrafted items, demonstrations, free greens. All made in
America. Free Admission.
More info.. 410-848-6213 |
Dec. 1-16 |
Holiday of Trees, Wreaths & Centerpieces |
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New Windsor State Bank, 222 E Baltimore St., Taneytown. Mon. –
Fri. 9am - 3pm;
Sat. 9am - Noon.
Sponsored by Taneytown History Museum, individuals, businesses,
organizations and group entries are displayed. Public votes for
winners. There is a silent auction. All proceeds benefit THMA a
501(c)3 organizations.
More Info. 443-918-8687 |
Dec. 1 - 23 |
9th Annual Gallery of Gifts |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 West Main Street, Westminster.
10am - 4pm;
Tues. & Thurs.; 10am - 7pm.
The Carroll Arts Center's Tevis Gallery is filled with a dazzling
array of imaginative art pieces....sure to please everyone on your
gift list. More than 30 regional artists are featured in this
annual exhibit that celebrates the spirit of "shop local!"
Sponsored by Farmers & Merchants Bank.
More info. 410-848-7272 |
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Dec. 2 |
St. John Christmas Bazaar |
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St. John Catholic Church, 43 Monroe St, Westminster. 8:30am - 3pm.
Giant indoor flea market, photos with Santa, fudge, baked goods,
books, Christmas rooms, shopping room for children, gift baskets,
plants, linens, toys, silent auction, cash raffle, lunch and more.
More info. 410-848-4744 |

"A Sears & Roebuck Holiday"
Holiday events at the Carroll County Farm Museum
carrollcountyfarmmuseum.org 1-800-654-4645
Dec. 1 - 21 |
Sears & Roebuck Holiday Tours
Mon. - Fri. 10am - 3:30pm (guided); Sat. 10am - 4pm
(self-guided);
Sun. Noon - 4pm (self-guided).
Everything a person could want or need, along with a whole
list of items they had never even heard of could be
purchased from this ever popular catalogue. We welcome you
to tour the Farmhouse which will feature different items
from the museum's collection that could have been purchased
from Sears & Roebuck.
Dec. 1, 2 & 3; 8, 9 & 10 |
Sears & Roebuck Holiday Teas
Seatings on Fri. & Sat. 11am and 2pm; Sun. Seating at 2pm.
Join us for a themed three course tea in the cozy Victorian
setting of the Carroll Tea Room. After tea, enjoy a guided
tour through the Farmhouse by a costumed docent.
Pre-registration by Nov. 24th for tea events is required.
Dec. 2 |
Civil War Holiday Encampment
9am - 5pm
Reenactors camp on the Museum grounds and show how troops
celebrated the holidays during the Civil War including a pay
muster, mail call, infantry drill and skirmish. Children can
make ornaments onsite and help decorate the camp Christmas
tree.
Dec. 3, 9 & 10, 16 & 17 |
Santa Visits
12/9 & 16, 10am - 4pm; all others, Noon - 4pm.
Bring a camera and snap a free picture with Santa! Children
can also enjoy free holiday crafts.
Dec. 1 - 22 |
Sugar Plum Shoppe
Sat. & Sun. only, Noon - 4pm.
Enjoy light holiday themed refreshments. |
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Dec. 2 |
Santa’s Arrival |
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Historic Downtown Sykesville. 6pm - 9pm.
Join us to celebrate Santa’s annual arrival on Main Street. Santa
will arrive between 6pm-6:15pm by fire truck, accompanied by his
elf and our friendly volunteer firefighters. Once Santa arrives,
he will join our local officials at Centennial Fountain Park for
the annual Christmas tree lighting, live music and more!
More info. 410-259-3515 |
Dec. 2 & 3 |
Carroll County Artists Studio Tour and Sale |
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Various Studio Locations throughout Carroll County. 10am - 5pm.
Enjoy a free, family friendly, self-guided tour of artist’s
studios. Meet the artists, see demonstrations, and have the
opportunity to buy fine art and craft from the source.
More info. 410-239-8888 |
Dec. 2 , 9 & 16 |
Carroll County Christmas Farmers' Market |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Drive,
Westminster.
8am - 2pm.
Santa visits the market on December 2nd. Greens sale Dec. 9 & 16.
75-100 vendors, handmade crafts, eggs, nuts, gourmet foods, baked
goods and more.
More info. 410-848-7748 |
Dec. 8 & 9 |
"A Christmas Carol" |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 West Main Street, Westminster. Fri. 8pm;
Sat. 3pm & 8pm.
The whole family will enjoy this magnificently staged production
that has touched the hearts of thousands of audience members over
the years. Sponsored by BB&T.
More info. 410-848-7272 |
Dec. 9 |
Merry Main Street |
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Historic Downtown Sykesville. 12pm - 4pm.
Free Santa train rides at Little Sykes Railway (Sandosky Road)!
Come to the Sykesville Town House (7547 Main Street) to create
nature inspired holiday ornament crafts! Write a letter to Santa!
Model trains open in the Pullman car and the tower (Oklahoma Ave).
More info. 410-259-3515 |
Dec. 15 - 16 |
A Charlie Brown Jazz Christmas |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 West Main Street, Westminster. Fri. 8pm;
Sat. 3pm & 8pm.
The heartwarming animated cartoon is brilliantly paired with a
live performance of the Vince Guaraldi jazz score by the
incomparable Eric Byrd Trio. Sponsored by Woodhaven Building &
Development and Manchester Family Medicine.
More info. 410-848-7272 |
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Dec. 1 - 31 |
Holiday Light Show at McDaniel College |
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Kenneth R. Gill Stadium, McDaniel College, 2 College Hill,
Westminster. 5pm.
View this drive-through light display synchronized to music
throughout the holiday season. The show opens on Saturday, Nov.
25, in conjunction with Westminster’s Miracle on Main Street
holiday electric parade, and will be on display through the
holiday season. [www.mcdaniel.edu]More info. 410-848-7000 |
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Jan. 5 |
FLICC presents "An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power" |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster. 1pm (captioned) &
7:30pm.
A decade after "An Inconvenient Truth" brought climate change into the
heart of popular culture comes this follow-up that shows just how close we
are to a real energy revolution.
2017; PG; 1 hr. 38 mins. Sponsored by Sierra Club Catoctin Group.
More info. 410-848-7272 |
Jan. 6 |
Historical Society’s Annual Winter Wine Warmer |
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City Hall/Carroll County Visitor Center, 1838 Emerald Hill Lane,
Westminster.
4:30pm – 7pm.
Enjoy delicious wines and tasty hors d’oeuvres. Reservations are required
by December 30th. More
Info. 410-848-6494 |
Jan. 12 |
FLICC presents “Dark Horse” |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster. 1pm (captioned) &
7:30pm.
An inspirational true story of a group of friends from a working men’s
club who decide to take on the elite ‘sport of kings’ and breed themselves
a racehorse. 2015; PG; 1 hr. 25 mins. Sponsored by Baylor CAD.
More info. 410-848-7272 |
Jan. 15 |
“Hidden Figures”
(Special Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Presentation) |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 West Main St., Westminster. 1pm.
This story is about a team of female African-American mathematicians who
served a vital role in NASA during the early years of the U.S. space
program. Free admission to anyone who has volunteered for a non-profit
organization during the past year. 2016; PG; 2 hr 7 min. Sponsored by
Carroll Community College.
More info. 410-848-7272 |
Jan. 16 |
Monthly Box Lunch Talk - Bank Barns, Panhaas, and Witch Letters: The
German Cultural Legacy |
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Grace Lutheran Church, 21 Carroll Street, Westminster. 12pm – 1:30pm.
The paths of migration into Carroll County brought settlers of English,
German, and Scotch-Irish heritage. In the northern part of the county,
Germans were the predominant ethnic group. Dahl Drenning presents an
overview of the impact of German settlement in the region from the 18th
century to the present.
More info. 410-848-6494 |
Jan. 19 |
FLICC presents "Kedi" |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster. 1pm (captioned) &
7:30pm.
A profile of the ancient city of Istanbul and its unique people, seen
through the eyes of the most mysterious and beloved animal humans have
ever known….the cat! 2016; Unrated; 1 hr. 19 mins. Sponsored by Airpark
Animal Hospital.
More info. 410-848-7272 |
Jan. 20 |
"Iron Ridge" |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster. 7:00pm.
One of the region’s premiere country music ensembles, this local bluegrass
band plays a variety of traditional country and gospel favorites. Don’t
miss their toe-tapping, hand-clapping music with infectious rhythms and
natural harmonies! (Snow date Jan. 21).
More info. 410-848-7272 |
Jan. 20 |
Farm Tractor Toy Show |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Drive,
Westminster.
9am – 3pm.
Numerous vendor tables of collectible farm tractors, equipment and toys.
Miniature farm displays. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served.
More info. 410-848-6704 |
Jan. 21 |
Carroll County’s 181st Birthday Celebration |
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Grace Lutheran Church, 21 Carroll Street, Westminster. 2pm – 4pm.
Join the Historical Society of Carroll County for the Carroll County
Birthday Celebration. Free admission. Refreshments provided.
More info. 410-848-6494 |
Jan. 26 |
FLICC presents "Step" |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster. 1pm (captioned) &
7:30pm.
An inspiring documentary of the senior year of a girls’ high-school step
dance team in inner-city Baltimore. 2017; PG; 1 hr. 24 mins. Sponsored by
JeannieBird Baking Co.
More info. 410-848-7272 |
Jan. 28 |
Westminster Coin & Currency Show |
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Westminster Fire Hall John Street Quarters, 28 John St, Westminster. 9am
– 4pm.
About thirty US and World coin and currency dealers buying and selling old
coins, paper money, gold and silver.
More info. 443-623-7025 |
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Carroll
County is home to 7 seasonal weekly farmers' markets
all over the county! Plus, we have nearly two dozen
"on farm" markets/stands and other local producers
conveniently located in every region of the county!
To see a list of all the markets dates, times,
locations and even restaurants that proudly serve
locally sourced products, visit our "locally grown"
page on our website
Carroll County Grown.
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Carroll County
Farmers Market - throughout the year
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Westminster Farmers Market -
starting June
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Hampstead Farmers
Market - May - October
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Westminster Antique
Mall Farmers Market - June - October
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Feb. 2 |
First Fridays - Warming Hearts and Hands |
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Historic Sykesville Main Street. 6pm - 9pm.
Bring a pair of mittens and get a coupon for 20% off your purchases
for the evening. Mittens will be donated to homeless shelters.
More info. 410-259-3515
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Feb. 9 |
Chocolate Crawl |
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Historic Downtown Mount Airy, 110 S Main St, Mt Airy. 5pm - 8pm.
The Annual Chocolate Crawl is a sweet filled treat in Downtown Mount
Airy. Stop by participating downtown businesses for your sweet treats and
more. Who knows, maybe a little wine tasting.
More info. 301-829-1259
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Feb. 10 |
Winter Wonderland Children's Dessert Tea |
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Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center Street, Westminster. Sat.
11am & 2pm.
Join us for a themed three-course tea. After tea, enjoy a guided tour
through the Farmhouse by a costumed docent or other activities as noted.
Enjoy sweet treats and children’s crafts. Tea is an experience designed
for children age 6 and older. Adults accompanying children must also
reserve a seat. Reservations and prepayment due by January 26.
More info. 800-654-4645
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Feb. 10 |
Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen: Newgrass Grammy Nominee |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 West Main Street, Westminster. 7:30pm.
Frank Solivan is a multi-instrumentalist who sings with power and passion,
writes articulate songs that go straight to the heart, and combines the
pure, hard drive of classic bluegrass with contemporary twenty-first
century acoustic music. Already the 2016 AND 2014 International Bluegrass
Music Association (IBMA) Instrumental Group of the Year, the Frank Solivan
& Dirty Kitchen has garnered a repeat nomination in that category for
2017.
More info. 410-848-7272
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Feb. 11 |
21st Stop, Swap & Save Bike Fest |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Drive,
Westminster. 9am-2pm.
Whether you’re looking for road bikes, mountain bikes, triathlon
bikes, BMX bikes, clothing, bike parts, cycling accessories, and vintage,
new or used, there’s something for everyone...all for sale at discounted
prices!
More info. 410-848-6704
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Feb. 16-18 |
Wee-Cycle Mart |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Drive,
Westminster. Fri. 9am-7pm; Sat. 9am-3pm; Sun. 10am-2pm.
You do not need to be a consignor or a volunteer to shop! Please tell
your family, friends, neighbors, co-workers or anyone you know that shops
for tots to teens about our sale! Shop for AMAZING SAVINGS on over 30,000
items! Maternity clothes baby/kids' clothes & shoes and more!
More info. 410-848-6704
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The 15th Annual FLICC Foreign Film Festival brings some of the
best international cinema to the big screen right here in Carroll
County.
Showtimes: 1pm & 7:30pm for each film. Tickets: $7 Adults / $6 ages
25 & Under, and ages 60 & Up. CCAC Members receive additional 10%
off.
Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster
http://carrollcountyartscouncil.org. 410-848-7272
All films shown with English subtitles.
Feb. 2 |
"Gloomy Sunday"
A romantic melodrama set in Budapest before and during the
Holocaust that follows three men who are in love with a beautiful
waitress who inspires one to write a song that, mysteriously, drives
some to suicide.
German/Hungarian; 1999; Not Rated; 1 hour 52 minutes
Feb. 9 |
"The Handmaiden"
With help from an orphaned pickpocket, a Korean con man
devises an elaborate plot to seduce and bilk a Japanese woman out of
her inheritance.
South Korean; 2016; Not Rated; 2 hours 25 minutes
Feb. 16 |
"Coming Home"
A former political prisoner tries to help his wife regain
her memory loss from an accident and rediscover their love for each
other.
China; 2014; PG-13; 1 hour 49 minutes
Feb. 23 |
"Polina"
Polina, a gifted Bolshoi ballerina, falls in love with a
French dancer who introduces her to contemporary dance and leads her
to travel the world.
France; 2016; Not Rated; 1 hour 48 minutes
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Feb. 17 |
Westminster’s Got Talent |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 West Main Street, Westminster. 7:30pm.
The most talented performers from around the area will gather
onstage for this exciting competition! Performers will compete by age
group, not in categories by performance type. This opportunity is open
to all ages. All talents are welcome - music, dance, gymnastics, comedy,
magic, etc. Snow date is February 18 at 3pm.
More info. 410-848-7272
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Feb. 17 |
Past Times for Children - Games |
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Cockey’s Koontz-Yingling Learning Center, 216 East Main Street
Westminster. 10am-11:15am.
Many games from the past were created from children’s imaginations.
Without the availability of ready-made games, children took whatever
they could find and created their own. Students will play several games
that were invented or played in the 1800s and create their own game.
More info. 410-848-6494
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Feb. 18 |
Cabin Fever Art Show |
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Piney Run Park & Nature Center, 30 Martz Road, Sykesville. 10am-4pm.
Looking for an excuse to visit Piney Run Nature Center in the middle of
winter? Look no more! All works inspired by nature – from wood carvings,
sculptures, paintings, photography and more. Each exhibit is dedicated to
reflecting nature, preserving nature, or inspired by nature. $2 donation
fee per person.
More info. 410-795-6043
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Feb. 19 |
Michael Rosman: Amazing Feats of Comedy |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 West Main Street, Westminster. 11am.
Kids and parents alike will enjoy this
Ringling-trained entertainer. Juggling, unicycling, and comic clowning
are combined for a hilarious show!
More info. 410-848-7272
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Feb. 24 |
International Bull Riding |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Drive,
Westminster. Doors open at 5pm; Show 7pm-11pm.
Top IBR bull riders’ battle for final standings. Food and drink available
for purchase. Little Wrangler Rodeo free for youth. Bleacher seating,
arrive early! Cash sales only.
More info. 410-848-6704
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Mar. 2 |International
Bull Riding |
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Carroll County Ag Center Shipley Arena, 706 Agricultural Center Drive,
Westminster.
Doors open at 5pm; Show 7pm-11pm.
Top IBR bull riders’ battle for final standings. Food and drink available
for purchase. Little Wrangler Rodeo free for youth. Bleacher seating, arrive
early! Cash sales only.
More info. 410-848-6704 |
Mar. 2 |
Get Lucky on Main Street |
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Historic Downtown Sykesville. 6pm-9pm.
Find the Leprechaun in a participating store and get your card punched.
Enter your completed punch card in our raffle to win a Main Street Gift
Basket.
More info. 410-795-8959 |
Mar. 3 |
Penguin Random House Book Fair |
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Carroll Community College, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster. 9am-4pm.
The 21st year of one of Carroll County’s favorite events. The Book Fair
features discounted book sales (20%), food, fun and entertainment for all
ages, national Penguin Random House guest authors and more!
More info. 410-386-8152 |
Mar. 4 |
Maple Sugarin’ Festival & Pancake Breakfast |
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Hashawha/Bear Branch Nature Center, 300 John Owings Rd., Westminster.
10:30am-3pm.
Come out to Hashawha Environmental Center for our annual Maple Sugarin’
Festival where your family can enjoy pancakes with real maple syrup, learn
how to tap a tree to make syrup, create a few crafts to take home, enjoy
living history demonstrations and so much more! $5 parking fee. Breakfast
available until 2pm for $4 a plate. More
info. 410-386-3580 |
Mar. 7 |
CCPL and A Likely Story Bookstore Present: Brad Meltzer |
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Carroll Community College - Scott Center Theater, 1601 Washington Road,
Westminster.
7pm
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of #1 New York Times bestselling
author Brad Meltzer's first book, he has a brand new, tightly woven,
fast-paced thriller, packed with little-known American history and
unforgettable characters. "The Escape Artist" is the first book in an
entirely new series by one of our most beloved thriller writers. A book
signing will follow the event. $30 - Includes copy of "The Escape Artist."
More info. 443-293-3196 |
Mar. 10 |
Celtic Canter 5K & Irish Festival |
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Historic Downtown Westminster. 9am-2pm
Bagpipes at the start line create a Celtic atmosphere; a course through the
heart of Westminster takes runners and walkers on an historic journey
through downtown and beyond. One mile Leprechaun chase, Celtic Canter 5K,
Downtown Irish celebration; entertainment; vendors and children's
activities.
More info. 410-751-5501 |
Mar. 10 |
Teelin’ Irish Dance Company |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster. 3pm & 7pm.
This innovative show features spirited Irish dance and a variety of live
Celtic music. Their thunderous percussive choreography is only surpassed by
the thunderous applause when this talented dance company takes the stage!
More info. 410-848-7272 |

March 31 |
Carroll County Farmers’ Market "Easter
Show"
Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Drive,
Westminster. 8am – 2pm.
75-100 local area vendors with fresh eggs, organic meats, home baked
goods, gourmet foods, candy, honey, nuts, seasonal plants and
decorations, handmade quality crafts. Vendor discount door prize
drawings.
More info. 410-848-7748
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Mar. 10 & 11 |
Taneytown VFD Annual Toy Auction & Toy Show |
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Taneytown Volunteer Fire Company Carnival Grounds, 49 Memorial Drive,
Taneytown. Sat. Auction 11am; Sun. Show 9am-2pm.
Selling new and used toys.
More info. 443-277-6204 |
Mar. 16 & 17 |
Barleyjuice |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster. 8pm.
The Guinness will flow and the "Juicers" will flock to this annual
appearance by our favorite rebellious rockers. High energy Celtic Music
for those that want to Sham Rock! Saturday is guaranteed to be a blowout
because it falls on ST. PADDY's DAY! Be sure to get your tickets early. More
info. 410-848-7272 |
Mar. 23 & 24 |
AACA-SMR 48th Annual Antique Auto Swap Meet |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Drive,
Westminster. 8am
Each year this event generates hundreds of vendors selling, swapping and
trading antique auto, motorcycle, street rod and custom auto parts, services
and restoration supplies, tools and equipment for commercial and novice
hobbyists.
More info. 301-674-5431 |
Mar. 24 & 25|
Spring is in the Air Tea |
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Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center Street, Westminster. Sat., 11am &
2pm. Sun., 2pm
Join us for a themed three-course tea in our cozy tea room. After tea, enjoy
a guided tour through the Farmhouse by a costumed docent or other activities
as noted. Reservations and prepayment due by March 9, please.
More info. 800-654-4645 |
Mar. 24 |
Easter Egg Hunt |
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Westminster City Park, 11 Longwell Ave., Westminster.
Ages 1- 4 at 10:30am; Ages 5 - 8 at 11:30am.
Every spring the City of Westminster hosts the Annual Egg Hunt in
Westminster City Park. This free event is always an egg-citing time! Don’t
forget to bring your basket to collect all the eggs. Each age group will
have one golden ticket egg hidden among the eggs.
More info. 410-751-5501 |
Mar. 28 & 31 |
Search for the Golden Egg |
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Downtown Main Street, Mount Airy. 9am-9pm.
The activity is an ‘I SPY’ game, where the participant is invited to enter
each shop, spy the egg, and record it on a form which will be supplied by
the business owner for a chance to win prizes.
More info. 301-829-1424 |
Mar. 31 |
Special Needs Easter Egg Hunt |
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Church of the Ascension, 23 North Court Street, Westminster. 2pm.
The Special Needs Easter Egg Hunt is open to all individuals with
disabilities. Individuals must be accompanied by a caregiver.
More info. 410-848-3251 |
Apr. 1 - 10|
11th Annual PEEPShow |
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Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main Street,
Westminster. 10am-7pm.
Featuring more than 150 sculptures, dioramas, graphic arts, oversized
characters and mosaics created and inspired by PEEPS®, this sweet event
attracts thousands of visitors each year! In our 263-seat movie theatre
you’ll also enjoy short Peep® videos and footage of PEEPS® being created
in the Just Born Factory.
More info.
410-848-7272
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Apr. 4 |
Seniors on the Go – An Aging & Disabilities Expo |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, Danele
Shipley Arena, 706 Agricultural Center Drive, Westminster. 9am-2pm.
Focuses on the needs and interests of older adults, people with
disabilities, Veterans, their families and caregivers in Carroll County!
FREE health screenings, demonstrations, speakers & seminars, and vendor
prize bingo. Lunch is available and a FREE shuttle runs all day.
More info.
410-848-6704
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Apr. 7 |
Main Street Heat Chili Cook-Off |
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Historic Downtown Mount Airy. 10am-5pm.
Wow! An International Chili Society sanctioned event with chili
tasting, music, contests with prizes, great food, beer tent, and vendors.
Our cook-off winner goes on to the National Competition. Cornhole
Tournament at the cook-off with cash prizes.
More info.
301-829-8300
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Apr. 14 |
10th Annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes® |
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Dutterer Park, Monroe St. & Winters St.,
Westminster. 10am-1pm.
Walk a Mile in Her Shoes® is a primary prevention event for Rape Crisis
Intervention Service of Carroll County (RCIS). It is a men’s walk to stop
rape, sexual assault and gender violence. RCIS asks men and women to walk
one mile in women’s shoes through downtown Westminster. The walk concludes
at Westminster City Park.
More info.
410-857-0900
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Apr. 14 |
28th Carroll Carvers Festival of Carving |
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Robert Moton Center, 300 South Center
St., Westminster. 10am-4pm.
Featuring displays by local and regional woodcarvers. There will be
woodcarving competition, demonstrations and woodcarvings for sale, plus
door prizes, silent auction and much more.
More info.
443-798-0642
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Apr. 14 & 15 |
20th Annual Carroll County Home Show |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706
Agricultural Center Drive, Westminster.
Sat. 9am-5pm; Sun. 11am-4pm.
Meet with local contractors, price out a new shed, see if water
filtration or protective doggy fencing is for you, and more. Every type of
service imaginable will be on hand to give you ideas on how to make your
home the best home! Concessions available on-site.
More info.
410-848-6704
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Apr. 14 & 15 |
Peter Cottontail Children’s Tea |
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Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center
Street, Westminster. Sat. 11am & 2pm
Join us for a themed three-course tea. After tea, enjoy a guided tour
through the Farmhouse by a Costumed Docent or other activities as noted.
Reservations required by April 6th.
More info.
800-654-4645
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April 21 |
Carroll County Farmers’ Market
"Spring Fling"
Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Drive,
Westminster. 8am – 2pm.
75-100
local vendors with fresh eggs, organic meats, gourmet foods, nuts,
honey, jams and jellies, Spring pansies and garden plants, herb
plants, Spring garden bouquets, home baked goods including cakes,
scones, breads, cookies and pies. Quality handmade crafts and fine
arts. Acoustic music provided for entertainment.
More info.
410-848-7748
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Apr. 21 |
Half Marathon Trail Run |
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River Valley Ranch, 4443 Grave Run
Road, Manchester. 6:30am-12:30pm.
Our goal is for this to be one of the best half marathons in
Maryland and beyond, giving you an extreme running challenge and
endurance trail run that will push your limits! Running through RVR's
scenic, wooded property with the gorgeous hills, valleys, and river will
be an epic 13.1 miles to remember!
More info.
443-712-1010
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Apr. 21 |
Rock& Roll Relics Oldies – Fundraiser Dance |
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Westminster Moose Lodge, 309 Buena
Vista Dr., Westminster. 7:30pm – 11pm.
The Hero's foundation was formed to assist severely injured first
responders of Carroll County. Great OLDIES MUSIC!! Raffles and door
prizes. Dinners will be served at a small cost. Cash bar.
More info.
410-259-4881
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Apr. 22 |
4th Annual Westminster Wine Stoll |
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Historic Downtown Main Street,
Westminster. 4pm-8pm.
Enjoy a tasting of Maryland wines at this Sip, Shop & Stroll event
as Main Street transforms into a Wine Mart with samples, wine-related
vendors, and great food. Live entertainment featuring The Reagan Years
and an open seating area for you to relax and enjoy.
More info.
410-751-5501
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Apr. 22 |
Westminster Coin & Currency Show |
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Westminster Fire Hall, John Street
Quarters, 28 John Street, Westminster. 9am-4pm.
About thirty US
and World coin and currency dealers buying and selling old coins, paper
money, gold and silver.
More info.
443-623-7025
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Apr. 27 & 28 |
Buckwild Truck and Tractor Classic |
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Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706
Agricultural Center Drive, Westminster.
Fri. 4pm; Sat. 9am.
Carroll County 4-H & FFA Fair & Carroll County Agriculture Center will be
hosting their annual Buckwild Truck Tractor Classic Weekend.
More info.
410-848-6704
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Apr. 28 |
Mt. Airy Lions Club Yard Sale and Flea
Market |
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Mt. Airy Activities Grounds, Route 27 &
Twin Arch Rd., Mt. Airy. 8am – 3pm.
This is the largest yard sale in the area. There will be over 250 booths
with all kinds of merchandise for sale. The Mount Airy Lions Club will
serve breakfast starting at 6am and lunch starting at 11am.
More info.
301-829-5466
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Apr. 28 |
Civil War “School of the Soldier" |
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Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center
Street, Westminster. 9am-4pm.
Come learn what it was like to be a soldier in the Civil War. Open to boys
and girls ages 10 – 14. Participants will be mustered in, drilled and
reenact a skirmish for their families. Pre-registration required by April
9th. $25 fee includes lunch and a commemorative t-shirt. Please note that
no real weapons are used. More
info.
800-654-4645
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Other attractions
in Carroll County: Carroll Arts Center, The Links at Challedon, McDaniel
College Golf Course, Oakmont Green, River Downs Golf Club, Wakefield Valley Golf
Club, Westminster National Golf Course, Hashawa / Bear Branch Nature Center,
Piney Run Park, Carroll County Sports Complex, Carroll County Farm Museum, Hap
Baker Firearms Facility, Carroll County Ag Center, Shipley Arena, Carroll County
Farmers' Market, Carroll Hospital Farmers' Market, Downtown Westminster Farmers'
Market, Hampstead Farmers' Market, Mount Airy Main Street Farmers' Market,
Sykesville Farmers' Market, Taneytown Farmers' Market, Baugher's Farm Market, and the
Carroll County Visitor Center.
For more details
about any Carroll County events, carnivals, farmers markets, festivals, and
attractions please contact the Carroll County Visitor Center, Westminster MD,
410-848-1388 or 1-800-272-1933,
cctourism@ccg.carr.org, or carrollcountytourism.org
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