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Deer Archery Season (Region A / Garrett County)

2026-2027 Deer Archery Season for Region A, which includes Garrett County: Sept. 11-Oct. 21; Sun. Oct. 25-Nov. 27; Dec. 14-18; Sun. Jan. 3-7; Jan. 8-10 (Region A only); Jan. 11-31. Check your local regulations and bag limits before heading out.

Common Snipe Season

2026-2027 Common Snipe Season: Sept. 26-Jan. 28. Learn more about local regulations and bag limits before heading out: https://deepcreektimes.com/garrett-county-hunting-season-calendar/

Patriot Passport Program

Oakland Ruth Enlow Library 6 N 2nd St, Oakland

Visit 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

Free

Fall Cashback

Good food, great prizes, and a great cause! Come out to support the Friendsville Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department at their Fall Cash Bash on Saturday, October 3, 2026. 🎟️ Tickets: $25 from any firefighter or $26 online ⏰ Time: Doors open at 11:00 AM | Drawings run every 10 minutes from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 🍔 Perks: Food and drinks included in the ticket price, plus $1, $3, and $5 side tables 💰 Grand Prize: $4,999 at 4:00 PM! (Must be 18+ to enter)

Town of Friendsville Fall Leaf Pick-Up

The Town of Friendsville will conduct its Fall Leaf Pick-Up starting Monday, September 28, through Monday, November 23, 2026. Please follow these collection guidelines: Place all leaves at the edge of your property along the roadway in a pile, not a row. Ensure piles are free of sticks, branches, flowers, and other debris. Note that collection dates are weather permitting. Help keep Friendsville clean and beautiful this autumn!

Ruffed Grouse Season

2026-2027 Ruffed Grouse Season: Oct. 3-Dec. 31. Learn more about local regulations and bag limits before heading out: https://deepcreektimes.com/garrett-county-hunting-season-calendar/

Ducks and Coots Season – Western Zone

2026-2027 Ducks and Coots Season, Western Zone: Oct. 3-17; Nov. 21-27; Dec. 15-Jan. 30. Learn more about local regulations and bag limits before heading out: https://deepcreektimes.com/garrett-county-hunting-season-calendar/

Ongoing

Inside the Lines

Oakland Ruth Enlow Library 6 N 2nd St, Oakland

Had a stressful day? Want a way to hang out with friends? Head on over to the library to color, draw, and get creative alongside other teens! 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.

Trail Work Day

New Germany State Park Recreation Hall 403 McAndrews Hill Rd, Grantsville

Volunteers are invited to join Garrett Trails and the Friends of New Germany State Park for a trail work day on October 3. Please come prepared for physically demanding work and bring your own drinking water and work gloves. The work day will conclude with food and drinks at noon, courtesy of the Friends of New Germany.

Needlework

Needlework
Ruth Enlow Library - Accident 106 S. North Street, Accident

Accident Library invites you to join our needlework group! We 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.

Mountain Fresh Farmers Market

Mountain Fresh Farmers Market
Mountain Fresh Pavilion 2nd Street, Downtown Oakland

The Mountain Fresh Producers Association is a non-profit group of farmers, artisans, cooks, and bakers in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of western Maryland and northeastern West Virginia. Learn more about our vendors: https://www.mountainfresh.org/productsvendors.html

Oktoberfest at Wisp Resort

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Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry

GRAB YOUR LEDERHOSEN + HEAD TO WISP OKTOBERFEST Celebrate the autumn season with fall foliage, seasonal beer, harvest festivities, lederhosen, and dirndls. Join us for another Wisp Oktoberfest to enjoy seasonal beer, live music including the Oompah Band, kids’ activities, artisans, authentic German food, and more – PROST! Saturday, October 3, 2026 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Lawn + McHenry Lodge Roaming Alphorn Performances @ Roaming: 12:00pm - 6:00pm The Polka Meisters @ Main Stage: 12:00pm - 2:30pm Simplicity The Clown Face Painting @ Kid Zone: 1:00pm - 5:30pm Costume Contest @ Main Stage: 1:00pm - 1:15pm The Wurst Band @ BierHalle Stage: 1:00pm - 5:00pm Husband Calling @ Main Stage: 1:30pm - 1:45pm Stein Holding @ Main Stage: 2:30pm - 3:30pm Hillbilly Biscuits @ Main Stage: 3:30pm - 6:00pm Wife Carrying @ Activity Lawn: 4:00pm - 4:30pm Blow-an-Alphorn @ BierHalle: 4:00pm - 4:30pm Keg Throwing @ Activity Lawn: 4:30pm - 5:30pm Pumpkin Chunkin @ Activity Lawn: 5:30pm - 6:30pm Unlock access to 40+ seasonal beer and cider vendors with a Tasting Ticket and get an Oktoberfest stein, 3: 12oz. pours, and tasting wristband. Those not imbibing or under 21 get in free and can purchase beverages from the outlets […]

Crafternoon

Oakland Ruth Enlow Library 6 N 2nd St, Oakland

Come to the Oakland Library to create your own light-up witch! All materials will be provided. *Registration required. Contact Andrew Miller at andrew@relib.net or come in to the Oakland Library to register. 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.

Crimson Reign at Honi Honi Bar

Honi-Honi Bar 19745 Garrett Hwy, Oakland

A cover band providing entertainment throughout West Virginia for more than 20 years!

Halloween Trivia

New Germany Nature Center 403 McAndrews Hill Rd, Grantsville

Put your Halloween knowledge to the test by joining Ranger Noah for an evening of haunted trivia. Prizes will be awarded to the top three individuals or teams. Complimentary s'mores will be provided. This program will be canceled if it rains.

Cindy’s Fund Lip Sync Fundraiser

Oakland Elks Lodge #2481 100 Elk St, Oakland

Join us for "An Evening With The Stars" Lip Sync Fundraiser, benefiting Garrett County residents facing cancer through Cindy's Fund. This year's show has a patriotic theme — children who know the words to the National Anthem are invited onstage to sing along with Tim Miller, and will also recite the Pledge of Allegiance. Tickets are available at Green Acres, Gregg's Pharmacy, Zip-eez, and Highland Thrift Shop (after Friday). A continuous shuttle, courtesy of Garrett Transit, will run from the town parking lot starting at 5:00 pm. Hope to see you there for an amazing evening supporting Garrett County people with cancer!

Chain Reaction at Honi Honi Bar

Honi-Honi Bar 19745 Garrett Hwy, Oakland

A Tribute to Arena Rock! All your favorites from Journey, Styx, Van Halen, Foreigner, Bon Jovi.

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