Events Calendar

Planning a trip to the area? Want to stay like a local and experience some of the many festivals, events, and special moments? We've got you covered!

Summer 2026: A Summer of Celebrations

For a full list of Gettysburg America 250th events visit Destination Gettysburg

August 8–15: GreenSpring Music Festival (Frederick, MD) – A 10-day celebration of classical music. Learn More
August 15: Gettysburg Brewfest & Trail 5K (Gettysburg, PA) – 40+ beer, cider and canned cocktail samples throughout the event. Musical entertainment provided by Nick Mich. Food will be available. Learn More

September 24–27: Westminster Fallfest (Westminster, MD) – A major 4-day event with parades and rides. Learn More
September 5: Labor Day Music Festival (Gettysburg, MD) – A free community festival brings together live music, local food and drinks, and a full day of outdoor entertainment. Learn More
September 5: Fields of Praise Music Festival (Gettysburg, PA) – An afternoon of live Christian music and community gathering. Learn More
September 5: Night at the Museum 1863 (Gettysburg, PA) – This immersive, family-friendly event places visitors face-to-face with the civilian side of the Battle of Gettysburg through guided museum performances led by costumed interpreters portraying real people who lived through the Civil War in Gettysburg. Learn More
September 9-12: Biglerville Fall Fest (Gettysburg, MD) – Bringing four evenings of family-friendly entertainment, food, and community fun. Learn More

October 3–4 & 10–11: National Apple Harvest Festival (Biglerville, PA) – Located in the heart of Pennsylvania Apple country, celebrating the fall season with beautiful handmade crafts, delicious food, and jam-packed entertainment. Learn More
October 3: Frederick Festival of Flight (Frederick, MD) – Aircraft displays and educational sessions at Frederick Municipal Airport. Learn More

November 18–19: Dedication Day (Gettysburg, PA) – The recreation of the Gettysburg Address; a solemn and popular historical event. Learn More

May 9 – Nov 7: Taneytown Farmers Market (Taneytown, MD) – Locally-grown produce and handmade crafts, baked goods, and other goodies! Open 8 AM – 1 PM. Learn More
Friday & Saturday Evenings: Antrim 1844 Smokehouse Restaurant (Taneytown, MD) – Live piano music to enjoy with dinner. Learn More