• 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/

  • 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/

  • Get Lost With Dolly Corn Maze Closing Weekend at Alpaca Acres

    Alpaca Acres Farm and Fiber Bankers Alley, 1557 Sanders Lane, Oakland, MD, United States

    It's the last weekend to get lost in this year's corn maze at Alpaca Acres Farm and Fun, where the 2026 Fall Fest wraps up Friday through Sunday, Oct. 16–18. This year's "Get Lost With Dolly" maze is a tribute to the life and legacy of Dolly Parton and her Imagination Library, and visitors can choose an easy or challenging map by scanning a QR code at the entrance. Fall Fest visitors can also enter to win Dolly-inspired prizes, including a Smoky Mountain getaway with Dollywood tickets and a lodging certificate. Beyond the maze, Fall Fest includes family-friendly attractions, alpaca viewing along the fence line, a pumpkin patch, Spookley the Square Pumpkin's Storybook Trail, The Farm Store, the Farmyard Food Truck, and Big Al's Apple Cider Slushies topped with homemade cider donuts. Tickets must be purchased in advance for a specific start time, and everyone on grounds needs a ticket (no charge for children 23 months and younger). Last entry is two hours before close. The farm is cashless except for the alpaca feed machines, which take quarters. Alpaca Acres is located at 1557 Sanders Lane in Oakland. Buy Fall Fest Tickets

  • 2026-2027 School Year Learning Beyond the Classroom

    Avilton Community Center

    Join the Learning Beyond the Classroom bus this October for purposeful play, storytime, crafts, and snacks! Open to Garrett County families with children birth to age 5 not yet enrolled in formal programming, every stop includes a free new book for each child and a bag of food for each family. 📅 October Dates: October 16 & October 19–23, 2026 ⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM at every location Weekly Stops: Friday (October 16): Avilton Community Center Monday (October 19): Friendsville Firehall Tuesday (October 20): Grantsville Senior Center Wednesday (October 21): Kitzmiller School Building Thursday (October 22): Southern Garrett Rescue Squad Friday (October 23): Crellin Assembly of God Note: Activities are canceled if GCPS announces a school delay or closure. For more information, call 240-321-1834.

  • Halloween Pool Party at Mylan Park

    Huntington Community Pool at Mylan Park 500 Mylan Park Lane, Morgantown, WV, United States

    Halloween Pool Party at Mylan Park Friday, Oct. 16 • 4:30–8:00 p.m. Huntington Community Pool, Peak Health Aquatic Center & Track Complex, Mylan Park, Morgantown, W.Va. Get ready to make a splash this Halloween! Mylan Park is hosting a Halloween Pool Party at the Huntington Community Pool on Friday, Oct. 16, from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Come dressed ready to swim with the pumpkins and ghouls! The party features music, swimming, pumpkins and ghosts, so bring your own glow and make a night of it. Admission is $5 per person and $2 for non-swimmers. Mylan Park is located at 500 Mylan Park Lane in Morgantown, W.Va. View Event On Facebook

  • Andy Tuck at MoonShadow

    MoonShadow 145 Bumblebee Road, McHenry, MD, United States

    Catch Andy Tuck at MoonShadow on October 16!

  • Haunted Park at Kitzmiller Park

    Kitzmiller Park Kitzmiller, MD, United States

    Haunted Park: A Scream You Won't Forget Friday, Oct. 16, 2026 • Registration begins at 7 p.m., first group at dark Kitzmiller Park, across from the old Kitzmiller school The Kitzmiller Elk Garden Community Youth League presents Haunted Park on Friday, Oct. 16, and Saturday, Oct. 17. Registration begins at 7 p.m. each night, and the first group heads into the park at dark. Admission is $5 per person, and concessions will be available. Proceeds support local youth through sports, teamwork and community.

    $5
  • Campfire Gypsies at Honi-Honi Bar

    Honi-Honi Bar 19745 Garrett Hwy, Oakland, Maryland, United States

    This acoustic duo plays all your favorites from America to Pearl Jam.

  • Patriot Passport Program

    Oakland Ruth Enlow Library 6 N 2nd St, Oakland, MD, United States

    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
  • Needlework

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

    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.

  • Discovery Table

    Discovery Table
    Swallow Falls State Park 2470 Maple Glade Road, Oakland, MD, United States

    The discovery table is as diverse as nature itself. The lessons and subjects change week by week, so be sure to come back for something new! Come to this event anytime during the time frame. Meet at the Swallow Falls Canyon Trailhead.

  • Sustainability in the Alleghenies: City of Frostburg Tour

    Parris N. Glendening Recreation Complex Shaw Street and Delano Avenue, Frostburg, MD, United States

    Sustainability in the Alleghenies: City of Frostburg Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026 • 10 a.m. to noon Parris N. Glendening Recreation Complex, Shaw Street and Delano Avenue, Frostburg Sustainable Maryland is hosting a free guided bus tour of the City of Frostburg. The tour is aimed at elected officials, municipal staff, Green Team members, local activists and engaged residents. You'll see up close what a sustainable city looks like and hear from the people who run it. The tour features hands-on, real-world sustainability projects that you can take back to your own community and replicate. The tour is led by city staff, elected officials and Green Team members. Attendees will learn about these sites in Frostburg, a small city of about 7,000 people: Edible Arboretum (food forest) City Place, the Buy Nothing event and farmers market location DC fast EV charging stations Hoffman Park's woodland trail and nature-themed playground A parking lot with EV charging, e-bike charging and police EVs Centennial Hill pumping station The tour is free, but space is limited and registration is required. Registrants will receive parking and meeting location details. This is a bus tour, so dress for the weather. The itinerary is subject to change. Register […]

  • Mountain Fresh Farmers Market

    Mountain Fresh Farmers Market
    Mountain Fresh Pavilion 2nd Street, Downtown Oakland, MD, United States

    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

  • Grantsville Community Museum Open House

    Grantsville Community Museum 153 Main Street, Grantsville, MD, United States

    The Grantsville Community Museum opens its doors to all on Saturday, October 17th from noon until 4:00 PM.  Come learn about local history!  Author George Cowgill will be speaking about his two books. Raffle tickets for a generous prize will be for sale with the winning ticket drawn during the event. Refreshments will be served. Mingle with your friends & neighbors - we look forward to seeing you!

  • Cindy’s Fund Fall Festival

    Broadford Lake Park Mountain Lake Park, MD, United States

    Cindy's Fund Fall Festival in Honor of Shelly Matthews Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026 • 1 to 5 p.m. Broadford Lake Park Cindy's Fund is hosting its Fall Festival in honor of Shelly Matthews on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Broadford Lake Park. The afternoon includes: Trunk or treat Kids games Cake walk Decorated cake auction Costumes are welcome, so bring the kids for a spooktacular day of fun. Questions? Contact Mandy Shaffer at 301-616-6709.

  • Reptile Feeding

    Reptile Feeding
    Herrington Manor State Park 222 Herrington Ln, Oakland, MD, United States

    Visit Herrington Manor's 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.

  • Trick or Treat Trail (Ages 12 and Under)

    New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

    Show off your Halloween costumes on this 1.5-mile self-guided hike, where kids ages 12 and under can Trick or Treat along the way. Participants must register by October 13 to ensure an adequate candy supply. Email hannah.muir@maryland.gov to register. This event is sponsored by the Friends of New Germany. There is no fee, but donations are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The Orchard Loop is not stroller-friendly.

  • Fall Fest With the Southern Lady Rams Basketball Team

    Oakland Armory Building 14 North Eighth Street, Oakland, MD, United States

    Fall Fest With Your Southern Lady Rams Basketball Team Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026 • 5:30 to 8 p.m. Oakland Armory, Oakland Join the Southern Lady Rams basketball team for a Fall Fest at the Oakland Armory on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The evening includes pumpkin carving, cookies and cupcakes, candy, crafts and games for the whole family.

  • The Discovery Center after Dark

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

    Come check out The Discovery Center after dark on October 17, from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM! The reptile ambassadors will be out to greet you, with some crafts and a few spooky things to do while you're visiting. Look out for updates in October, when we get closer to the event! 

  • The Discovery Center After Dark

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

    Come see what slithers in the night, and what sleeps, at The Discovery Center After Dark, a one-night-only Halloween event at the Discovery Center at Deep Creek Lake State Park. Upstairs, the center's reptile ambassadors will be out to greet visitors, and downstairs there will be crafts, a photo booth and a few spooky things to do as you creep through the center after hours. The Discovery Center After Dark runs from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17, and is hosted by the Discovery Center & Deep Creek Lake State Park Volunteers. View Event On Facebook

  • Smith & Roberts at MoonShadow

    MoonShadow 145 Bumblebee Road, McHenry, MD, United States

    Smith & Roberts at MoonShadow on October 17!

  • Haunted Park at Kitzmiller Park

    Kitzmiller Park Kitzmiller, MD, United States

    Haunted Park: A Scream You Won't Forget Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026 • Registration begins at 7 p.m., first group at dark Kitzmiller Park, across from the old Kitzmiller school The Kitzmiller Elk Garden Community Youth League presents Haunted Park on Friday, Oct. 16, and Saturday, Oct. 17. Registration begins at 7 p.m. each night, and the first group heads into the park at dark. Admission is $5 per person, and concessions will be available. Proceeds support local youth through sports, teamwork and community.

    $5
  • Self-Guided Haunted Hike

    New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

    October 17 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM New Germany State Park Lake House (weather dependent) 403 McAndrews Hill Rd Grantsville, MD 21536 If you're up for a spooky adventure, don't miss this 1.5-mile self-guided haunted hike. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp to get to and from the trail safely. Be sure to drop by the Nature Center before or after your hike for hot cocoa, while supplies last. This event is sponsored by the Friends of New Germany. There is no fee, but donations are welcome. NOTICE: This activity will include frightening scenes, startling sounds, and walking on uneven terrain after dark. It may not be suitable for young children. Pets are not allowed. Photo by John Holt

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