It's that time of year again! The Garrett County Agriculture Fair will be held from August 1, 2026 to August 8, 2026, at the Garrett County Fairgrounds in McHenry, MD! Enjoy 4-H showmanship, concessions, exhibits, rides, concerts, and so much more! This is where we shine.
Monday, August 3, 2026 – 69th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair Exhibit Barns open 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Reithoffer Shows will open beginning Monday and will run daily from 1 p.m. through 11 p.m. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: 4-H Rabbit Judging and Showmanship at the Show Ring Open Rabbit Judging in Rabbit Barn following the 4-H Judging and Showmanship 12 p.m.: 4-H and FFA Livestock Skill-A-Thon (Livestock & FFA Skill-A-Thon awards will follow 1 hour after on the outdoor stage) 3 p.m.: Adult Breeding Sheep followed by 4-H & FFA Breeding Sheep 4 - 8 p.m.: Custom Car Show - Upper Parking Lot 4 p.m.: 4-H and FFA Sheep Showmanship at the show ring 5 - 7 p.m.: Horsemanship Contest - at the Horse Barn 6 p.m.: 4-H Fashion Revue - on the Outdoor Stage 7 p.m.: 4-H & FFA Market Lamb Show - at the show ring 7 p.m.: Equestrian Extravaganza - Race Track 7:30 p.m.: Rick K and the Allnighters - Musical Entertainment - Ag Heritage Hall Schedule is tentative and subject to change.
Take the first step toward better health with Walk With Ease! Garrett Regional Medical Center and the Garrett County Health Department are partnering to offer the Arthritis Foundation's Walk With Ease program—a fun, supportive walking program designed to help improve your health, reduce pain, and increase physical activity. July 6 – August 14 Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Broadford Park Whether you're looking to become more active, manage arthritis symptoms, or simply enjoy walking with others, this program provides encouragement, accountability, and support every step of the way. Admission to Broadford Park is FREE for all Walk With Ease participants, courtesy of the Garrett County Health Department! To learn more or sign up, call 301-533-4554.
Garrett County Community Action announces 2026 dates for its popular Homeownership Education & Finance Class. The free workshops cover every essential step of the homebuying process, from selecting a realtor, identifying insurance, and navigating financing, with topics such as credit analysis, lender underwriting criteria, and much more, all designed to equip future homeowners with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed. Scheduled workshops are February 2 & 23, April 6 & 20, June 1 & 15, August 3 & 10, and October 5 & 19. All sessions begin at 1:00 PM for approximately three hours each at Community Action's Oakland offices, led by Nick Fratz-Orr of Railey Realty, Amanda Lewis of Healy Insurance Group, and April Jones of First United Bank & Trust. Attendance at both classes is required to earn HUD-approved Home Buyer Certification, which qualifies the prospective buyer for Garrett County government's Pathway to Homeownership grant for up to $6,875 toward down-payment or closing costs, valid for 5 years. REGISTER HERE
University of Maryland is excited to announce a brand-new 4-H event, Horticulture Judging, taking place on Tuesday, August 3rd at 3:00 PM at the back of the Ag Hall during the Garrett County Fair! This fun and educational event is perfect for learning about fruit, vegetable, and flower identification, as well as bug identification. Participants will also have the chance to judge classes of fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Since it's the first year, the event will be all about learning and having fun—so come join us and grow your knowledge of horticulture! 🍎🌻🍅
Visit the University of Maryland Insect Zoo at the Garrett County Fair. Don't miss your chance to get up close with fascinating insects and other amazing arthropods at the 4-H Indoor Building! 📅 Monday, August 3 🕓 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM 📅 Tuesday, August 4 🕐 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Bring the whole family to explore the incredible world of bugs with hands-on learning and live insect displays. We can't wait to see you there!
The Deep Creek Watershed Foundation (DCWF) is continuing a multi-layered initiative focused on improving water quality throughout the Deep Creek Lake Watershed. Following the collection and review of data from commissioned tributary studies, the Foundation has identified septic stewardship and wastewater management as critical priorities for protecting the long-term health of the watershed and lake. This effort directly supports Goal 9 of the Deep Creek Watershed Management Plan, which seeks to “protect the watershed from the adverse effects of impaired septic systems and ensure adequate capacity and management of public sewerage systems.” DCWF is currently working on several projects designed to encourage proper stewardship and maintenance of onsite septic systems to help preserve and protect water quality in the Deep Creek Lake Watershed. The DCWF will hold a Community Meeting on August 3rd 2026, at 5:30 PM at the Garrett College Performing Arts Center and will feature guest speakers. The first speaker is Eric Null, former Deep Creek Lake Manager and Foundation advisor, who will address the adverse effects from failing septic systems on DCL and the watershed. The second speaker is Craig Umbel, Director of Environmental Health for the Garrett County Health Department. Mr. Umbel will discuss the types […]
