Local Events
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Discover exciting activities and attractions in the Deep Creek Lake area! From outdoor adventures to cultural experiences, there is something for everyone. Explore stunning hiking trails, visit local museums, indulge in delicious cuisine, or simply relax and take in the beautiful scenery.
Autumn Glory Festival
Oct 8 – 12, 2025
Festival of Trees
Nov 28 & 29, 2025
Garrett County Fair
Jul 25 – Aug 1, 2026
DCL Art, Wine & Beer Festival
Sep 11 & 12, 2026
Upcoming Event List:
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Events
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Patriot Passport Program
Oakland Ruth Enlow Library 6 N 2nd St, Oakland, MD, United StatesVisit a branch of the Ruth Enlow Library in Garrett County. Pick up a Passport Card. Visit each library find the Patriot unique to that town. Get a sticker for your passport. Make the Garrett County Historical Society Museum your last stop. Read about an Oakland Patriot. Get a sticker. And deposit your passport to be entered into a drawing on Aug 24th for a great prize. Event by Youghiogheny Glades Chapter, NSDAR
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Yoga
Community Aquatics & Recreation Center at Garrett College 687 Mosser Road, McHenry, MD, United StatesKick off your weekend with energizing stretches and movement, emphasizing breathwork, balance, and flexibility. Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM at the Community Aquatics & Recreation Center, Garrett College $5 members / $7 non-members For more information, please contact 301-387-3786 or email CARC@garrettcollege.edu.
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Mountain Laurel Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale
Glades Pavilion Liberty Street, Oakland, MD, United StatesThe Mountain Laurel Garden Club Annual Plant Sale will take place on Saturday, June 13, from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (or until sold out) at the Glades Pavilion on Liberty Street in downtown Oakland. The sale features a wide selection of native and perennial plants, as well as exotic tomatoes and herbs grown from seed or cultivated in members’ gardens—plants that are proven to thrive in western Maryland. The sale will be held rain or shine; no pets, please. Shoppers will be thrilled with the variety of plants available. We expect a wide selection of perennial and pollinator favorites, along with culinary and medicinal herbs, including three types of basil and popular heirloom tomato varieties. And perhaps most exciting, the sale will feature species of native Maryland plants that support pollinators, birds, and biodiversity, including Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), Rattlesnake Master (Eryngium yuccifolium), Penstemon (Penstemon digitalis), Blue Lobelia (Lobelia siphilitica), and Mistflower (Conoclinium coelestinum). Founded in 1989 by longtime Mountain Lake Park resident Kathie Smith, MLGC is committed to environmental leadership, horticulture, floral design, local beautification, and education. The club partners with organizations throughout Garrett County, including the Ruth Enlow Library of Garrett County, Garrett College, Hickory Environmental Education […]
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Needlework
Ruth Enlow Library - Accident 106 S. North Street, Accident, MD, United StatesAccident Library invites you to join their needlework sewing circle! They meet every Saturday morning at 9:30 AM. All age groups and skill levels are welcome, so come meet other sewing enthusiasts and make new friends, stitch by stitch. Disclaimer: Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not to be taken.
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Dutch Oven Cooking
Sang Run State Park 3735 Sang Run Road, McHenry, MD, United StatesJoin us at the store for some fresh Dutch oven food while we learn about the history of Dutch oven cooking!
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2026 Garrett County Pride Festival
Friendsville Community Park Old River Rd., Friendsville, MD, United StatesSave the Date for the 2026 Garrett County Pride Festival Date: Saturday, June 13th, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM Location: Friendsville Community Park, Friendsville, Maryland FREE ADMISSION Bring your friends and family out for a day filled with: Food & drinks Live entertainment Vendors Kids’ activities …and so much more! This year’s theme is “Queer History in the Making,” celebrating the stories we’re writing together. Right here in our community. Garrett County Pride is now under New leadership! Come be part of something special!
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Creek Crafts
Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD, United StatesTag along with our Naturalists in the Discovery Room for various crafts ranging from owl origami to nature-themed coloring sheets!
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Library Garden Lab: Container Gardening & Tomato Plants
Oakland Ruth Enlow Library 6 N 2nd St, Oakland, MD, United States// June Library Garden Lab: Container Gardening & Tomato Plants // Join us on Saturday, June 13, at 11 AM at the Main Library in Oakland for our free Library Garden Lab presented by the University of Maryland Extension's Master Gardeners. This hands-on lab will cover container gardening & tomato plants. We invite everyone to take advantage of this casual, family-friendly learning opportunity! Please call 301-334-3996 or email Andrew Miller at andrew@relib.net to register.
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National Knitting & Crochet Day
The Travel Mug 168 Miller Street, Grantsville, MD, United StatesNational Knitting & Crochet Day (embroidery or any fiber arts) at The Travel Mug in Grantsville, MD! Bring a project of your choice and join us for a day of fun and fellowship to support a great cause — Cindy's Fund for Cancer Patients. Donations will be taken at the Travel Mug or by contacting Debbie Stemple at 301-501-1786. The Travel Mug will be open regular hours to the public. Rain or shine! Bring a lawn chair.
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Civic Club Runway for a Cause Fashion Show … Fun, Food, Friends ….And Style
St. Peter's Parish Center Hall 208 S. Fourth Street, Oakland, MD, United StatesJoin us for the Civic Club's first Runway for a Cause Fashion Show . . . Fun, Food, Friends . . . And Style. The event will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at St. Peter's Catholic Church Parish Hall from 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM. The cost is $50. Reservations may be made by mailing a check made out to the Civic Club of Oakland to P.O. Box 167, Oakland, MD 21550. Reservations are due by June 3. All proceeds benefit local nonprofits. For more information, email civicclubofoaklandmd@gmail.com.
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Past & Present Postcards
Sang Run State Park 3735 Sang Run Road, McHenry, MD, United StatesOur original Friends' Store post office holds many postcards from the past! Stop by to decorate and send your very own postcard!.
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Reptile Encounter
Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD, United StatesAll are invited to the Discovery Center to learn about some of our fascinating and gentle reptile ambassadors. Great for all ages!
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Recycled Vinyl @ Honi-Honi Bar
Honi-Honi Bar 19745 Garrett Hwy, Oakland, Maryland, United StatesRecycled Vinyl is a Pittsburgh based Rock 'n Roll Band playing high-energy Classic Rock and R&B. The band will be performing live at Honi-Honi Bar this Saturday at 1:30 PM!
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Reptile Feeding
Herrington Manor State Park 222 Herrington Ln, Oakland, MD, United StatesVisit our nature center to watch the weekly feeding of our resident rat snake, eastern painted turtle, and juvenile common snapping turtle. Meet at the Herrington Manor Ranger Station.
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Who Lives in the Stream?
New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United StatesJoin Ranger Noah for this kid-friendly expedition and learn about the different types of crayfish, amphibians, reptiles, and insects that live in Poplar Lick. Please wear shoes that can get wet. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Guided Hike
Herrington Manor State Park 222 Herrington Ln, Oakland, MD, United StatesNature is full of diversity and unpredictable elements, so are our guided hikes. The hike can have a specific informative subject if desired, but you never know what might be encountered! See you at the Boat Launch (Herrington Manor).
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Scott Alexander at Mountain State Brewing Co in Deep Creek Lake
Mountain State Brewing Co. (Deep Creek Lake) 6690 Sang Run Rd, McHenry, MD, United StatesLive Music with Scott Alexander Date: June 13, 2026 | Time: 6:00 PM Join Mountain State Brewing Co in Deep Creek Lake for a night of incredible music with Scott Alexander lighting up the stage. Amazing vibes, delicious food, and your favorite beats await!
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Nature Trivia Night
New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United StatesPut your wildlife knowledge to the test by joining Ranger Noah for an evening of wildlife trivia. Prizes will be awarded to the top three individuals or teams. Complimentary s’mores will be provided by the Friends of New Germany. This program will be held at the outdoor amphitheater near the Lake House. If it rains, it will take place at the Lake House.
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Campfire Program
Herrington Manor State Park 222 Herrington Ln, Oakland, MD, United StatesJoin the Camp Fire Program every Saturday of June at 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Meet at the Community Campfire Ring (Herrington Manor).
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Washington Symphony Orchestra
FeaturedPerforming Arts Center at Garrett College 687 Mosser Road, McHenry, MD, United StatesMore Than Music: It’s an Experience! Led by Principal Conductor Yugo Ikach, the Washington Symphony Orchestra delivers an electrifying and diverse performance every time it takes the stage. This concert will transport you to the movies and give a fresh twist to classical favorites. Experience the powerful sound of a full orchestra performing everything from the classics to modern hits—you don’t want to miss the WSO right here in your neighborhood. Saturday, June 13, 20267:30 PMPerforming Arts Center $35/Adult TicketStudents and kids are free with paying adult BUY TICKETS HERE
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Backlash @ Honi-Honi Bar
Honi-Honi Bar 19745 Garrett Hwy, Oakland, Maryland, United StatesJoin us for a night of live entertainment with Backlash! See you at Honi-Honi Bar this Saturday. Show starts at 9:00 PM.
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Bird Walk
Herrington Manor State Park 222 Herrington Ln, Oakland, MD, United StatesThe woods are alive with the sounds of birds! Join us for a guided hike to hear and see the birds of the park. Binoculars are encouraged. Birds scare easily, so excessive noise is not favorable. This event may not be recommended for young children. Meet at the Herrington Manor Ranger Station.
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Bird Walk
Sang Run State Park 3735 Sang Run Road, McHenry, MD, United StatesYou'll learn how to bird by sight and sound as we listen for distinctive songs on a stroll through the park. Binoculars are provided. Meet us at the Friends Store.
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Open House // 17921 Garrett Highway, Oakland, MD
FeaturedJoin sales agent Michelle Clark on June 14, from 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM, at this well-maintained, 4-bedroom home situated on 1.32 acres. More details: https://bit.ly/4v1BznV
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School’s Out Bo-GO WILD June Sundays
Featured School’s Out Bo-GO WILD June SundaysWisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, United StatesLet’s celebrate the end of the school year and start off summer break by GOING WILD at Wisp’s Mountain Park. Buy any one activity and get one FREE. PLUS, all food and drink at the Mountain Park Café is Bo-GO WILD too! Ditch the books, shred the work, and zip, soar, coast, mine, putt, and more your way into summer break. SCHOOL’S OUT FOR SUMMER! Valid every Sunday in June 2026, June 7, 14, 21, 28. Purchase must be made in person (all activities are on a first come first serve basis), Free product must be the same as the purchased product. No exchanges, returns, or extensions on unused products.
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Pollinator Walk
Herrington Manor State Park 222 Herrington Ln, Oakland, MD, United StatesJoin us for a leisure stroll amongst the bees, butterflies, and wild flowers. Learn the importance of these little workers, and why mowing may not be all it's cracked up to be. Fun for all ages and butterfly nets provided. Meet at Herrington Manor Ranger Station.
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Team Bingo at Mountain State Brewing Co in Deep Creek Lake
Mountain State Brewing Co. (Deep Creek Lake) 6690 Sang Run Rd, McHenry, MD, United StatesTeam Bingo takes place every Sunday at 1:00 PM.
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Skulls, Skins, Shells
Swallow Falls State Park 2470 Maple Glade Road, Oakland, MD, United StatesSee and feel some familiar animal faces up close and personal in the form of preserved native animals of Maryland. Come to this event during any time during the time frame. Meet at the Canyon Trailhead (Swallow Falls).
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Open House // 267 Mosser Road 10, McHenry, MD
FeaturedJoin listing agent Danielle Luscombe on June 14, from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM at this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom townhome in the heart of McHenry. More info: https://bit.ly/4e4UoAZ
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Baked Potato Bar
Terra Alta Ambulance Building Terra Alta, WVJoin us for a Baked Potato Bar fundraiser! Build it your way with all your favorite toppings: butter, sour cream, cheese, bacon bits, chives, chili, broccoli, and more! Price: Donation Only – Raising money for fireworks! Sponsored by TABI. Come hungry & bring your friends – enjoy great food for a great cause!
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