Saturday, July 1
“Let Freedom Ring” Parade
The parade will begin at Sykesville Middle School and wrap around Springfield Avenue to reach historic Main Street with a variety of floats and vehicles. After the parade, float awards will be announced and attendees can enjoy lunch and ice cream in the downtown area.
10 a.m. – Noon. Sykesville Main Street. Learn more at www.downtownsykesville.com.
Tuesday, July 4
Fourth of July Celebration
Get ready to celebrate at Carroll County’s largest Fourth of July fireworks show. Event begins at 4 p.m. and will conclude at 10 p.m., with the fireworks display beginning at sunset. Food and drink vendors, entertainment, and children’s activities will be available for all to celebrate Independence Day the right way.
4 p.m. – 10 p.m. Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 South Center St., Westminster. Visit www.carrollcountyfarmmuseum.org for more information.
June 3
Art in the Park
The Carroll County Arts Council partners with the city of Westminster to present this annual outdoor cultural festival that is held the first Saturday in June on the beautiful grounds of Westminster City Hall. This event features fine art and craft displays by accomplished local and regional artists. Bring the kids for a free craft activity to inspire artists of the future. Food trucks and live music round out this family-friendly festival.
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Westminster City Hall – Emerald Hill 1838 Emerald Hill Lane, Westminster. Learn more at www.carrollcountyartscouncil.org.
June 3
Sykesville’s Pride Celebration
Enjoy activities, contests and more in Sykesville’s downtown.
Noon – 4 p.m. Sykesville Main Street. Learn more at DowntownSykesville.com.
June 5 & 6
Carroll Singers Presents “Sing Across America”
This concert is a collection of songs featuring locations in the United States. Titles include “New York, New York,” “Oklahoma!” “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” “Good Morning Baltimore,” “Hooray for Hollywood,” and “Shenandoah.”
7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. Westminster High School, 1225 Washington Rd, Westminster. Learn more at www.carrollsingers.com.
June 10
31st Annual Old-Fashioned Strawberry Festival
Fresh strawberries, games, pony rides, entertainment, silent auction, a variety of foods, crafts and antique vendors, and strawberry shortcake. Annual event sponsored by Messiah Lutheran Church. Admission is free and there is plenty of parking.
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Gamber Community Fire Company, 3838 Niner Rd, Finksburg.
June 10
Carroll County Celtic Festival
A celebration of Celtic life and culture held in the heart of Carroll County. Experience the music, food, athletics, dancers, demonstrations and fun of all things Celtic. Tickets range from $8-$23, children under 7 admitted free.
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Dr., Westminster. Learn more at https://carrollcountycelticfestival.com.
June 10
Taneytown Wine, Art & Music Festival
Enjoy beverages, crafts, artisan and food vendors and music by Bootleg. Must be 21 or older to consume alcoholic beverages.
Noon – 4 p.m. Taneytown Memorial Park, 1 Park Dr., Taneytown. Information: taneytownmd.gov.
June 10
Youth Fishing Derby
Get your poles ready — it’s fishing time! The top two biggest crappie, yellow perch, and bluegill in each age group will receive prizes, as well as winners of the Casting Contest.
7 a.m. – 11 a.m. Piney Run Park, 30 Martz Rd., Sykesville. Learn more at CarrollCountyMd.gov.
June 13
Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Day
Get ready for some fun at Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Day at the Carroll County Farm Museum. This all-inclusive event allows participants to enjoy a day of adaptive recreation and wildlife exhibits, music, dancing, games, art activities, and a catered lunch.
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 South Center St., Westminster. Learn more at CarrollCountyMd.gov.
June 16
Largemouth Bass Tournament I
First place will receive $200, second $150, and third $100, and the biggest fish also gets a trophy. The pre-registration fee is $15 per angler until 4 p.m. on June 15. On the day of, registration fee is $20 per angler and $10/boat launch fee applies for private boats.
6 p.m. – 11 p.m. Piney Run Park, 30 Martz Rd., Sykesville. Learn more at CarrollCountyMd.gov.
June 17
Westminster Beer & BBQ Stroll
Enjoy a tasting of local brews at this Sip, Shop & Stroll event as Main Street transforms into a Beer Mart with samples, beer-related vendors, and great BBQ. Live entertainment featuring the Kelly Bell Band. Tickets range from $25-$225, 12 and under admitted free.
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Main Street Westminster. Visit www.westminstermd.gov for more information.
June 17
Sykesville Juneteenth Celebration
Commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and celebrating African American culture in our community with guest speakers, music, and activities.
1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Downtown Sykesville. Visit DowntownSykesville.com for more information.
June 17
Outdoor Movie Night
Carroll County Department of Parks and Recreation’s June Outdoor Movie Event features The Bad Guys at Sandymount Park in Finksburg. Viewers are encouraged to bring snacks and blankets, but concessions will be open, and ticket holders can enter to win 2 Hershey Park tickets with their purchase.
Sandymount Park, 2250 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg.
June 17
Juneteenth in Carroll County
Juneteenth commemorates African American freedom and emphasizes education and achievement. It is a day, a week, and in some areas, a month marked with celebrations, speakers, picnics and family gatherings. It is a time for reflection and rejoicing. It is a time for assessment, self-improvement and for planning the future. This year’s theme is “Not Just a Celebration”; the focus is on honoring the past, respect for families and opening doors of communication to help build a better Carroll County. The event will include food trucks, vendors, storytelling, live music, focused conversation, and more. Rain or shine.
10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Carroll Community College, 1601 Washington Rd., Westminster. Information: speakonitactonit.org.
June 23
Family Summer Fest
Live music by Groovalicious, a beer garden (21 and older only), craft vendors, food trucks and a kids’ area. Children 2 and under admitted free; event is cash-only. Hosted by Carroll County Department of Recreation and Parks. Rain or shine.
4:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. Freedom Park, Sykesville.
June 24
2023 Woofstock
A family-friendly event hosted by the Humane Society of Carroll County featuring Mid-Atlantic Venom Outlaws car show, food trucks, large craft/vendor fair, pet adoptions and rescues, petting zoo, bingo/games, children’s activities, animal demos, puppy yoga, beer and wine tastings (age 21 and over), and more. The event is dog-friendly but all dogs must be people- and dog-friendly and be on a leash. Free admission, but please note some of the activities are fee-based.
Noon – 5 p.m. Taneytown Memorial Park. Information: HSCarroll.org.
July 8
Common Ground on the Hill
This all-day festival will feature traditional music, arts, crafts, and dance, as well as kid-friendly activities. Food vendors and a wine and beer garden are also featured while visitors hear various genres of music including old-time, bluegrass, and Celtic music.
9 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster. Information: CommonGroundOnTheHill.org.
July 8
Westminster Pride Festival
Celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and its allies and supporters at this annual family-friendly festival that guarantees fun with live music, vendors, food, activities, art, and information.
Noon – 6 p.m. Westminster Main Street. Information: WestminsterPride.org.
July 14
Outdoor Movie Night
Carroll County Department of Recreation and Park’s July Outdoor Movie Event features Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile showing at the Carroll County Farm Museum in Westminster. Viewers are encouraged to bring snacks and blankets.
Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center St., Westminster.
July 15-16
Living History and Civil War Encampment
“Citizen Meets Soldier” is a living history of 1863 in Carroll County. Commemorate the events of the hot summer of 1863, in the wake of the Second Invasion of the North. Walk in the footsteps of the citizens of Carroll County who were divided in their loyalties, and the Union and Confederate soldiers who camped along Big Pipe Creek at Union Mills in the days prior to Gettysburg. Entrance fee is $10 per car.
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Union Mills Homestead, 3311 Littlestown Pike, Westminster. Information: UnionMills.org.
July 22
Taneytown Artisan Fest
The Carroll County Arts Council has partnered with the city of Taneytown to present this inaugural outdoor arts festival. This event features fine art and craft displays by local and regional artists, giving visitors the opportunity to buy directly from the source. Food vendors, live music, and a free kids craft round out this family-friendly festival.
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Taneytown Memorial Park. Information: CarrollCountyArtsCouncil.org.
July 29
Sippin’ on Summer Festival
Enjoy some midsummer fun on Main Street with a wide variety of ciders, seltzers, beers, artisans, and food.
Noon – 4 p.m. Main Street Sykesville. Visit www.downtownsykesville.com for more information.
Fireman’s Carnival Schedule
With warm weather and longer days, summer means carnivals in Carroll County. Get ready for rides and carny food, live music and goldfish winnings. But don’t forget that these annual events also serve as vital fundraisers for our local firehouses — they raise money that pays for equipment, training, capital projects and all the other things needed to keep our communities safe. So go out and have a good time, and while you’re there spend all the money in your pocket, and thank a first responder!
Gamber Fire CompanyMay 26 – June 3 |
Union Bridge Firemen’s FestivalJune 1 – 3 |
Sykesville-Freedom Fire CompanyJune 10 – 17 |
Taneytown Fire CompanyJune 12 – 17 |
Harney Fire CompanyJune 21 – 24 |
Manchester Company CarnivalJuly 3 – 8 |
Winfield Fire CompanyJuly 10 – 15, 6-11pm |
Reese Fire CompanyJuly 17 – 22 |
Mount Airy Fire CompanyJuly 31 – August 5 |
Hampstead Fire Company CarnivalAugust 8 – 12 |
Carroll County 4H & FFA Fair
This fair delivers fun for the whole family, with food, demonstrations, hot dog pig racing, farm truck racing, a cake auction, demolition derby and endless animals.
July 29 – Aug. 4. Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Dr., Westminster. Visit the CarrollCountyFair.com for more information and a schedule of events.
