All Day

Natural Resources Career Camp

Are you a high school student interested in nature and the outdoors? Spend a week of your summer learning and getting hands-on experience about careers from forestry to wildlife! For more information, email them at info@marylandforestryfoundation.org or visit their website at www.marylandforestryfoundation.org.

Yoga Hike

Sang Run State Park 3735 Sang Run Road, McHenry

Relax and rejuvenate with the yoga instructor for a stimulating morning, incorporating beginner yoga and a nature walk on one of the trails. Yoga mats are not needed. Weather permitting.

Brant Mine Hike

Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton

Calling all history buffs and hiking enthusiasts! This hike will follow the tale of Delphia Brant and George Beckman, two small-time miners from the 1930's. Intermediate level hike. Participants are encouraged to bring water, sunscreen, etc. (1.5 miles)

Open House: 19398 Garrett Highway

19398 Garrett Highway, Oakland, MD Garrett Highway, Oakland

Come by Chris Nichols' open house for "Cabin Lodge," a charming vintage log cabin updated with modern finishes. This established rental with 5 bedrooms is central to Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County. Guests can enjoy milk and cookies and have a chance to win some great prizes!

Maryland Farmers Market Buy Local Week

Mountain Fresh Farmers Market South 1st street at Town Park Lane, Oakland

Buy Local Week at the Mt. Fresh Farmers Market in Oakland, Maryland, is a delightful celebration of all things local and fresh! Picture this: a bustling market filled with vibrant colors, the aroma of freshly baked goods, and the cheerful chatter of neighbors catching up. It’s the perfect time to explore an array of seasonal fruits and veggies, homemade jams, and unique crafts, all lovingly produced by local farmers and artisans. Not only do you get to enjoy the freshest produce around, but you also support the hardworking folks who make our community special. Plus, on Wednesday we will be doing a cooking demonstration to make your visit even more enjoyable. So grab your shopping bags, bring your friends and family, and join the fun at Buy Local Week – it’s a fantastic way to celebrate and support our local treasures! 🎉🍓🥕 🌽 Straight from Farm to Table: Every Wednesday and Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm, our market transforms into a haven for those who crave the pure taste of summer. Don’t miss out on the chance to indulge in the season’s best. From farm to your table, it’s a culinary adventure you won’t want to skip!

Event Series Artist’s Studio Tour 2024

Artist’s Studio Tour 2024

Deep Creek Pottery 1550 Deep Creek Drive (back side of The Fort), McHenry

Join Deep Creek Pottery as they host some amazing artists for the annual Garrett County Artist's Studio Tour! July 27th-28th 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM each day! Light refreshments and great company are included! Free to attend! Located at the lower level of The Fort in McHenry! Follow the yellow signs!

Free

Build-a-Birdhouse

Sang Run State Park 3735 Sang Run Road, McHenry

Stop by the Friend's Store and build a birdhouse to give the feathered friends a new place to live.

Summer Luau with Easy Street at Honi-Honi Bar

Honi-Honi Bar 19745 Garrett Hwy, Oakland

Bring your best lei! Honi-Honi Bar is having a luau with Easy Street! A six-piece band that plays all the oldies and goodies. The best dance music from a simpler time. Come join them for some fun!

Be a Beaver

Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton

Join a naturalist as you learn about nature's engineers: the beaver! Once you've learned the ways of the beaver, we'll make our own dams!

Park PROs – Living off the Land

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville

Join Ranger Noah for this Park PROs activity and learn about some wild foods you can find in wild places! This program will include an easy-to-moderate 2.5-mile hike, followed by an opportunity to try some foraged foods.

Kitzmiller Annual Homecoming Parade

249 East Main Street, Kitzmiller, MD 21538 East Main Street, Kitzmiller

The annual Homecoming Parade will be held on Saturday, July 27th. Line-up starts at 5:00 PM. The parade starts at 6:00 PM. Line-up and judging will be at our fire station. 249 East Main Street, Kitzmiller, Maryland 21538. All Fire and EMS Departments are welcome! Food and entertainment will be available after the parade at the old school grounds.

Movie Night – A Bug’s Life

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville

Enjoy this free showing of "A Bug's Life" (Rated PG). Popcorn and drinks will be available for purchase at the Snack Bar, as well as complimentary s'mores.

Warped Band at Honi-Honi Bar

Honi-Honi Bar 19745 Garrett Hwy, Oakland

The Warped Band represents the environment that was Warped Tour. As a tribute to the legendary tour and the legendary bands that performed on the annual summer festival, the band looks to honor all that was Warped Tour. Instead of the best summer ever going to Warped Tour... Come enjoy the best night ever with The Warped Band and reminisce on years when we were all younger.