Annual Fireman’s Parade in Oakland, Maryland, takes place on Thursday evening, October 8, 2026, at 7:00 PM as part of the 59th Annual Autumn Glory Festival. The procession features local fire, EMS, and law enforcement vehicles, bands, and community groups through downtown Oakland.
The Town of Oakland and the Greater Oakland Business Association are proud to present the 59th Annual Autumn Glory Grand Feature Parade, taking place on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. in downtown Oakland. Celebrate the beauty of the fall foliage season at one of Garrett County’s most beloved traditions—the Autumn Glory Festival Grand Feature Parade. This signature event showcases vibrant marching bands, creative floats, and community groups, drawing visitors from across the region for an unforgettable afternoon filled with music, color, and hometown pride. We are proud to welcome back First United Bank & Trust as the title sponsor of the 59th Annual Autumn Glory Grand Feature Parade, whose continued support helps make this cherished community celebration possible. Photo by Town of Oakland
Head to Downtown Oakland for the Autumn Glory Festival Car Show hosted by the Mountain Top Cruisers from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. As the biggest car show in Garrett County, the event features antique cars, street rods, classics, trucks, motorcycles, and tractors. Spectator admission is free, while vehicle registration is $20 and includes a T-shirt and dash plaque for the first 300 entrants. Stop by to check out the rides, grab food, enter raffles, and visit local Oakland businesses. For more information, call 301-334-4303 or 301-616-1358.
