Make the most of this Weekend in Frederick & beyond! There’s a little something for everyone to enjoy.
Catoctin Colorfest Festival:
Established in 1963, Colorfest has grown to become one of the most extensive outdoor craft exhibitions on the East Coast. Beyond being just an event, Colorfest offers a complete experience in Thurmont, Maryland.
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The town is transformed into a vibrant showcase of remarkable crafts, art, jewelry, clothing, and an array of delightful culinary delights. On Saturday Oct 11- Sunday Oct 12 from 9am-5pm, you can witness craft demonstrations, including the art of broom making, wood turnings, and intricate wood carvings of flowers.
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While admission to Colorfest is free, a fee is charged for parking at all parking locations.
📍21 Frederick Rd, Thurmont, MD
The Moon Festival:
Join us for a magical evening under the harvest moon as we celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, one of the most cherished traditions in Chinese culture!
Discover the rich history and meaning behind this beautiful celebration through ancient tales, cultural activities.
Bring your family and friends for a night of storytelling, connection, and cultural appreciation. Let’s gather in the spirit of unity and gratitude under the glow of the harvest moon. All are welcome!
Fall Fest at Catoctin Furnace:
Enjoy crisp days and brilliant fall colors during Fallfest at historic Catoctin Furnace. Watch as apple butter is stirred in a copper kettle over an open fire. Maybe even take a pint home! See a blacksmith at work, or walk through the furnace ruins. There are fun activities for kids, and easy hikes on the Iron Trail and African American Cemetery Trail. Take a tour of the Museum of the Ironworker, and visit the early 20th century F.W. Fraley General Store. It’s easy to have a fabulous fall at Catoctin Furnace!
Friday 10/10, Saturday 10/11, 10AM – 4PM
Visit a Local Pumpkin Patch:
Farmer ChuckBone’s Pumpkin Patch (Frederick) — Sep 20 to Nov 2
Gaver Farm (Mt Airy) — Aug 29 to Nov 2
Brookfield Farm (Thurmont) — Sep 27 to Oct 31
Jumbo’s Pumpkin Patch (Middletown, MD) — Sep 20 to Oct 26
Summers Farm (Middletown, MD) — Sep 13 to Oct 31
Mayne’s Tree Farm (Buckeystown, MD) — Oct 1 to Oct 31
Magnolia Meadow Farms (Thurmont) — Sep 27 to Nov 2
Murder & Mayhem Walking Tour:
There’s plenty of ghost tours to be found this time of year, but ours is spooky AND true! Delve into the true crime stories that haunt the streets of Frederick. From burglaries and brawls to bootlegging and bedaubing (vandalism), Frederick’s history is full of all things macabre- and we’re here to share them with you!
This tour discusses violence and crime and is recommended for visitors age 12+
Recurring weekly on Saturday, 7:00PM – 8:30PM