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    Celebrate the Season with festivals, family Fun and one-of-a-kind special events that are uniquely Carroll County.
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    There’s always something happening here. From culinary events and exhibits to music filled fun and annual celebrations, plan ahead and plan to have a great time!

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  • THINGS TO DO
    TOURS & TRAILS
    From our Wine Trail to Civil War tours, and barn quilt trails to historic buildings and mills, we have a little bit of everything.
    OUTDOOR RECREATION
    Bike our winding backroads or enjoy an afternoon on horseback. Our gently rolling hills offer endless outdoor adventure.
    EXPERIENCE HISTORY
    From the history of our small towns to our farming heritage you will find much to learn about our culture.

    VISIT OUR MAIN STREETS

    FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

    Carroll County has your family covered for fun!

    SHOPPING

    Go shopping throughout the county.

    ART & CULTURE

    Check out Carroll County’s arts scene.

    EXPERIENCE AGRICULTURE

    Experience first-hand the life of country folks
  • DINING
    RESTAURANTS
    For just a quick bite or a leisurely dinner… Carroll’s assortment of dining opportunities tempt every palate.
    CATERING
    Let one of Carroll County’s culinary experts do the cooking at your next event. Match the mood with catering options from haute cuisine to down home comfort classics.
    COFFEE & TEA
    Carroll County is filled with traditional tea rooms offering full service tea and laid back coffee shops perfect for a relaxing afternoon.
  • PLACES TO STAY
    LODGING
    Carroll’s innkeepers, and our local hotels welcome the harried business person, the traveling family and the “get-a-way for a weekend” couple.

    PLACES TO STAY

    Carroll’s innkeepers, and our local hotels welcome the harried business person, the traveling family and the “get-a-way for a weekend” couple. Several include breakfast and some are even “pet friendly.” Lounge around in bed all morning or go out to discover our charming Main Streets, our fun events, historic attractions, and our beautiful scenery.
  • WEDDINGS
    RECEPTIONS
    Carroll County offers many unique sites that take advantage of our rural beauty and provide great service for any special event.
    CATERING
    Let one of Carroll County’s culinary experts do the cooking at your next event. Match the mood with catering options from haute cuisine to down home comfort classics.
  • ABOUT/CONTACT
    OVERVIEW & COUNTY HISTORY
    The County was named after Charles Carroll, one of Maryland’s signers of the Declaration of Independence and the longest-lived of all the signers, who died a few years before the County’s founding.
    THE VISITOR CENTER
    We operate out of the Carroll County Visitor Center, where you can visit us to pick up brochures, ask questions, and plan the details of your trip.

    CONTACT

    Contact us with any questions, or for assistance planning your trip.

    DIRECTIONS

    Carroll County, Maryland, is just a short drive from Gettysburg, PA (35 minutes), Baltimore (45 minutes), and Washington, D.C. (90 minutes).

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Teelin Irish Dance Company

Friday, 10 September 2021 by craig

It’s the return of this innovative show featuring spirited Irish dance and a variety of live Celtic music! Teelin Irish Dance Company is known for performances that accentuate the energy of Irish dance with cutting edge choreography. From the graceful beauty of jigs and reels, to the thundering beat of percussive dance, a performance by this company leaves audience members at the edge of their seats, wishing for more!
Based in Columbia, Maryland, the Teelin Irish Dance Company has graced stages locally, nationally, and internationally since 2001. Some of these stages include The Kennedy Center, Lyric Opera House, Meyerhoff, Weinberg, Carroll Arts Center, Turning Stone Resort and Casino in New York, and Jacobs Pillow. They have also performed alongside many other artists including The Young Irelanders, Cherish the Ladies, Gaelic Storm, and Eileen Ivers.
Tickets: https://carrollcountyartscouncil.secure.force.com/ticket/#/events/a0S4p00000A2yM3EAJ

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Secret Garden R&B/NEO-SOUL Music, Arts & Wine Festival

Wednesday, 15 September 2021 by Brian Snyder

DJ Tanz and Friends and Zubar Ent. proudly present

SECRET GARDEN AUTUMN R&B / NEO-SOUL Music, Arts and WINE FESTIVAL
SUNDAY Oct. 10, 2021
11am-6pm

complimentary glass and tasting by
Dejon Vineyards
Basignani Winery
Special Guest Winery TBA

featuring
MAYSA and URBAN GUERILLA ORCHESTRA

hosted by April Watts

music by
DJ KENNY K (Magic 95.9)
DJ JAMAL

Davon on percussions

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Halloween Fun Trail & Fall Fest

Monday, 27 September 2021 by arturo

Kids will enjoy a hike on our Halloween Fun Trail and then can spend time in our Fall Fest Area playing games and making crafts. Purchase tickets online for $8 or at the door for $10 per child.

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Halloween Fun Trail & Fall Fest

Monday, 27 September 2021 by arturo

Kids will enjoy a hike on our Halloween Fun Trail and then can spend time in our Fall Fest Area playing games and making crafts. Purchase tickets online for $8 or at the door for $10 per child.

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Christmas in the Country Bazaar

Friday, 10 September 2021 by craig

Crafts, Pinecone & Gift Baskets, Wreaths, Gifts in a Jar, Silent Auction, White Elephant, Cakes, Cookies, Nuts, Soups & Sandwiches

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Carroll County Farmer’s Market – Christmas Market & Crafts

Friday, 10 September 2021 by craig

Today is the first day for the Christmas Farmer’s Market and Craft Show. We will be featuring 25 local authors. Come out and meet the authors for book signing and purchases. We will also have 60 of our regular vendors providing, fall fruits and vegetables, homemade baked goods, gourmet foods and candy, spirits farm raised beef and fresh eggs, and juried handmade crafts.

http://www.carrollcountyfarmersmarket.com

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Christmas in the Country Bazaar

Friday, 10 September 2021 by craig

Join Us for Crafts, Pinecone & Gift Baskets, Wreaths, Gifts in a Jar, Silent Auction, White Elephant, Cakes, Cookies, Nuts, Soups & Sandwiches.

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Carroll County Farmer’s Market – Local Artist Guild

Friday, 10 September 2021 by craig

Today the Carroll County Farmer’s Market and Craft Show will host the Local Artist Guild. Come out and see some of our very talented local artist plus all of our regular vendors. 60 vendors will be present offering farm raised fall fruits and vegetables, handmade baked goods, farm raised beef and fresh eggs, spirits, fall plants and decorations, and handmade juried crafts.

http://www.carrollcountyfarmersmarket.com

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Shop Small Holiday Market

Monday, 15 November 2021 by arturo

Why limit Small Business Saturday to just one day? Find the perfect holiday gifts and support small businesses at our indoor winter market!

New vendors every week, so there’s always something new to see.

Every Saturday 11/13 through 12/18 from 8am – 1pm, except 12/4 which is from 2-6.

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Sykesville Craft Beer Festival

Friday, 10 September 2021 by craig

One of Sykesville Main Street’s most popular events is back, the Sykesville Craft Beer Festival, with the best of local microbreweries and food truck delishes!
The event is “Rain or shine”.
Stay tuned as we announce the participating breweries, vendors and food options! Tickets will be available on our website soon.

Interested in volunteering for the event or becoming an event vendor please reach out to downtownsykesvilleconnection@gmail.com

NO PETS ALLOWED (Town Ordinance 301, which modified the Town Code. The Town Code reference for the “no pets or animals allowed at Town events is: Chapter 51, Article 1, Sections 51-1 through 51-)

https://downtownsykesville.com/events/

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HOLIDAY OF TREES, WREATHS & CENTERPIECES

Tuesday, 19 October 2021 by arturo

Taneytown Heritage and Museum Association is sponsoring this annual event. Local individuals, businesses, and organizations are invited to decorate an item and donate for a silent auction that benefits the Taneytown History Museum. The decorated items will be on display in the lobby of NWSB Bank’s Taneytown Office, located at 222 East Baltimore Street, and voted on by the public.

Visitors’ viewing, voting and Silent Auction Hours are: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Saturday from 9 a.m. – 12 Noon; and Saturday, December 11th closing date from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
https://www.taneytownhh.org

Prizes will be awarded for each category. A collection box by each item with monetary donations will be used as the voting system. For example, 1 penny = 1 vote, 1 quarter = 25 votes.
Voting concludes at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 11th.
Raffle prize winners will be drawn immediately following the presentation of awards.
Silent auction will conclude at 11 am, December 11th. Winning bids will be announced at 11:30 a.m.
Winning bidders must pick up an pay for their items between 11:30 – 12:30 on December 11th.

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HOLIDAY OF TREES, WREATHS & CENTERPIECES

Tuesday, 19 October 2021 by arturo

Taneytown Heritage and Museum Association is sponsoring this annual event. Local individuals, businesses, and organizations are invited to decorate an item and donate for a silent auction that benefits the Taneytown History Museum. The decorated items will be on display in the lobby of NWSB Bank’s Taneytown Office, located at 222 East Baltimore Street, and voted on by the public.

Visitors’ viewing, voting and Silent Auction Hours are: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Saturday from 9 a.m. – 12 Noon; and Saturday, December 11th closing date from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
https://www.taneytownhh.org

Prizes will be awarded for each category. A collection box by each item with monetary donations will be used as the voting system. For example, 1 penny = 1 vote, 1 quarter = 25 votes.
Voting concludes at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 11th.
Raffle prize winners will be drawn immediately following the presentation of awards.
Silent auction will conclude at 11 am, December 11th. Winning bids will be announced at 11:30 a.m.
Winning bidders must pick up an pay for their items between 11:30 – 12:30 on December 11th.

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HOLIDAY OF TREES, WREATHS & CENTERPIECES

Tuesday, 19 October 2021 by arturo

Taneytown Heritage and Museum Association is sponsoring this annual event. Local individuals, businesses, and organizations are invited to decorate an item and donate for a silent auction that benefits the Taneytown History Museum. The decorated items will be on display in the lobby of NWSB Bank’s Taneytown Office, located at 222 East Baltimore Street, and voted on by the public.

Visitors’ viewing, voting and Silent Auction Hours are: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Saturday from 9 a.m. – 12 Noon; and Saturday, December 11th closing date from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
https://www.taneytownhh.org

Prizes will be awarded for each category. A collection box by each item with monetary donations will be used as the voting system. For example, 1 penny = 1 vote, 1 quarter = 25 votes.
Voting concludes at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 11th.
Raffle prize winners will be drawn immediately following the presentation of awards.
Silent auction will conclude at 11 am, December 11th. Winning bids will be announced at 11:30 a.m.
Winning bidders must pick up an pay for their items between 11:30 – 12:30 on December 11th.

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13th Annual Gallery of Gifts

Tuesday, 12 October 2021 by arturo

The Tevis Gallery at the Carroll Arts Center is transformed into the “Gallery of Gifts” during the holiday shopping season. This special cash-and-carry exhibit resembles a boutique rather than a traditional gallery exhibit, as dozens of artists will display their festive wares. You can choose from a wide variety of hand-crafted creations from inexpensive stocking stuffers, holiday décor, and traditional arts and crafts to truly elegant special gifts for everyone on your shopping list.

https://carrollcountyartscouncil.org/gallery-of-gifts/

The gallery is open during regular Arts Center business hours:
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat: 10am – 4pm
Tues, Thurs: 10am – 7pm
Extended hours during evening Arts Center events

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Hampstead Farmers’ Market Christmas Market

Tuesday, 12 October 2021 by arturo

Sonsored by the Hampstead Train Station Committee, the annual Christmas Market will feature approximately ten Hampstead Farmers’ Market vendors offering many locally made gifts, baked goods, jewerlry, and much more! Shop local for unique gift ideas and yummy treats at this holiday event. Friday evening’s event is held in conjunction with the annual Town of Hampstead’s Tree Lighting and Santa arrival event! For more information contact Keith Johnson at 410-236-0589 or keithj4@comcast.net.

https://www.hampsteadfarmersmarket.com/

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Carroll County Farmer’s Market – Open House

Friday, 10 September 2021 by craig

The Carroll County Farmer’s Market is hosting an Open House with free cake and punch and free drawing for vendor coupon’s. Come out and see what 60 of our regular vendors plus some new ones have to offer. Featuring fall fruits and vegetables, homemade baked goods, farm raised beef and fresh eggs, gourmet foods and candy, spirits, and handmade juried crafts.

http://www.carrollcountyfarmersmarket.com

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Shop Small Holiday Market

Monday, 15 November 2021 by arturo

Why limit Small Business Saturday to just one day? Find the perfect holiday gifts and support small businesses at our indoor winter market!

New vendors every week, so there’s always something new to see.

Every Saturday 11/13 through 12/18 from 8am – 1pm, except 12/4 which is from 2-6.

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Hampstead Farmers’ Market Christmas Market

Tuesday, 12 October 2021 by arturo

Sonsored by the Hampstead Train Station Committee, the annual Christmas Market will feature approximately ten Hampstead Farmers’ Market vendors offering many locally made gifts, baked goods, jewerlry, and much more! Shop local for unique gift ideas and yummy treats at this holiday event. Friday evening’s event is held in conjunction with the annual Town of Hampstead’s Tree Lighting and Santa arrival event! For more information contact Keith Johnson at 410-236-0589 or keithj4@comcast.net.

https://www.hampsteadfarmersmarket.com/

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HOLIDAY OF TREES, WREATHS & CENTERPIECES

Tuesday, 19 October 2021 by arturo

Taneytown Heritage and Museum Association is sponsoring this annual event. Local individuals, businesses, and organizations are invited to decorate an item and donate for a silent auction that benefits the Taneytown History Museum. The decorated items will be on display in the lobby of NWSB Bank’s Taneytown Office, located at 222 East Baltimore Street, and voted on by the public.

Visitors’ viewing, voting and Silent Auction Hours are: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Saturday from 9 a.m. – 12 Noon; and Saturday, December 11th closing date from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
https://www.taneytownhh.org

Prizes will be awarded for each category. A collection box by each item with monetary donations will be used as the voting system. For example, 1 penny = 1 vote, 1 quarter = 25 votes.
Voting concludes at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 11th.
Raffle prize winners will be drawn immediately following the presentation of awards.
Silent auction will conclude at 11 am, December 11th. Winning bids will be announced at 11:30 a.m.
Winning bidders must pick up an pay for their items between 11:30 – 12:30 on December 11th.

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13th Annual Gallery of Gifts

Tuesday, 12 October 2021 by arturo

The Tevis Gallery at the Carroll Arts Center is transformed into the “Gallery of Gifts” during the holiday shopping season. This special cash-and-carry exhibit resembles a boutique rather than a traditional gallery exhibit, as dozens of artists will display their festive wares. You can choose from a wide variety of hand-crafted creations from inexpensive stocking stuffers, holiday décor, and traditional arts and crafts to truly elegant special gifts for everyone on your shopping list.

https://carrollcountyartscouncil.org/gallery-of-gifts/

The gallery is open during regular Arts Center business hours:
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat: 10am – 4pm
Tues, Thurs: 10am – 7pm
Extended hours during evening Arts Center events

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Christkindlmarkt

Friday, 10 September 2021 by craig

Come and join us for a German style Christmas Mart. The Shrivers who founded Union Mills were grandsons of German immigrants, and were leaders in the German-speaking community in Piedmont, Maryland. Our Christkindlmarkt event is held in recognition of our site and the surrounding community.

Food and drinks along with gifts will be available for purchase. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Christmas season at Union Mills!

https://www.unionmills.org/

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Sharón Clark

Friday, 10 September 2021 by craig

Washington, D.C. jazz standout Sharón Clark has brought festival and concert audiences to their feet across the U.S. and Europe. Her New York run drew raves from the NY Times and the Wall Street Journal, and she won New York’s Bistro Award for Best Vocalist. Ms. Clark has made countless international tours, from Europe to Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Russia, where she has developed a major following. Ms. Clark has performed as a featured soloist with the Duke Ellington Orchestra, Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra, the Richmond Symphony, and the Baltimore Symphony. She has appeared in countless festivals at home and abroad. Both the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra and The Ludacris Foundation chose Ms. Clark to perform for their separate tributes to Quincy Jones. Ms. Clark won the Gold Medal and $10,000 top prize at the Savannah Music Festival’s American Traditions Competition. She then took first place in the Billie Holiday Vocal Competition, which featured an appearance with the Baltimore Symphony.

“You can’t underestimate the transformation of what seems like an ordinary song when an interpreter like Sharón Clark tears it apart and peers inside.” — Stephen Holden, New York Times

Tickets: https://carrollcountyartscouncil.secure.force.com/ticket/#/instances/a0F4p000004evbyEAA

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HOLIDAY OF TREES, WREATHS & CENTERPIECES

Tuesday, 19 October 2021 by arturo

Taneytown Heritage and Museum Association is sponsoring this annual event. Local individuals, businesses, and organizations are invited to decorate an item and donate for a silent auction that benefits the Taneytown History Museum. The decorated items will be on display in the lobby of NWSB Bank’s Taneytown Office, located at 222 East Baltimore Street, and voted on by the public.

Visitors’ viewing, voting and Silent Auction Hours are: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Saturday from 9 a.m. – 12 Noon; and Saturday, December 11th closing date from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
https://www.taneytownhh.org

Prizes will be awarded for each category. A collection box by each item with monetary donations will be used as the voting system. For example, 1 penny = 1 vote, 1 quarter = 25 votes.
Voting concludes at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 11th.
Raffle prize winners will be drawn immediately following the presentation of awards.
Silent auction will conclude at 11 am, December 11th. Winning bids will be announced at 11:30 a.m.
Winning bidders must pick up an pay for their items between 11:30 – 12:30 on December 11th.

Read more
No Comments

13th Annual Gallery of Gifts

Tuesday, 12 October 2021 by arturo

The Tevis Gallery at the Carroll Arts Center is transformed into the “Gallery of Gifts” during the holiday shopping season. This special cash-and-carry exhibit resembles a boutique rather than a traditional gallery exhibit, as dozens of artists will display their festive wares. You can choose from a wide variety of hand-crafted creations from inexpensive stocking stuffers, holiday décor, and traditional arts and crafts to truly elegant special gifts for everyone on your shopping list.

https://carrollcountyartscouncil.org/gallery-of-gifts/

The gallery is open during regular Arts Center business hours:
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat: 10am – 4pm
Tues, Thurs: 10am – 7pm
Extended hours during evening Arts Center events

Read more
No Comments

HOLIDAY OF TREES, WREATHS & CENTERPIECES

Tuesday, 19 October 2021 by arturo

Taneytown Heritage and Museum Association is sponsoring this annual event. Local individuals, businesses, and organizations are invited to decorate an item and donate for a silent auction that benefits the Taneytown History Museum. The decorated items will be on display in the lobby of NWSB Bank’s Taneytown Office, located at 222 East Baltimore Street, and voted on by the public.

Visitors’ viewing, voting and Silent Auction Hours are: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Saturday from 9 a.m. – 12 Noon; and Saturday, December 11th closing date from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
https://www.taneytownhh.org

Prizes will be awarded for each category. A collection box by each item with monetary donations will be used as the voting system. For example, 1 penny = 1 vote, 1 quarter = 25 votes.
Voting concludes at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 11th.
Raffle prize winners will be drawn immediately following the presentation of awards.
Silent auction will conclude at 11 am, December 11th. Winning bids will be announced at 11:30 a.m.
Winning bidders must pick up an pay for their items between 11:30 – 12:30 on December 11th.

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