Category: Deep Creek Lake Events
Festival of Trees Garrett County Event Guide
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A popular Garrett County event is the Festival of Trees Garrett County. It is held every year on the Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving at the Fairground Exhibit Hall in McHenry, MD. The 2025 dates are November 28-29. If you’ve never been to it make this the year you treat yourself!
All proceeds benefit t...
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Autumn Glory Festival Garrett County
The Autumn Glory Festival is one of the most popular events in the Deep Creek Lake area. It draws thousands of visitors to the area each year. In fact, it was named MSN’s number one fall festival in the world!
The 2025 festival dates are October 8-12. Click here for a complete schedule of activities.
So, what is all of the ...
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Deep Creek Lake Art, Wine, and Spirits Festival
The Deep Creek Lake Art, Wine, and Spirits Festival is celebrating its twenty-first year! It is a favorite Garrett County event and a great way to say good-bye to summer and hello to fall. It is being held September 5-6, 2025 at the Garrett County Fairgrounds.
Festival Highlights
The Deep Creek Lake Art, Wine, and Spiri...
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Garrett County Fair Quick Guide
The Garrett County Fair is one of the best-loved summertime activities! There is no shortage of fun for the entire family. The 2025 Garrett County Fair dates are July 26-August 2.
Growing up in Garrett County the fair was not to be missed. Every kid wants to spend as much time there as possible. Rides, games, food and farm animals...
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Garrett County Celtic Festival
Every year, my family looks forward to the Garrett County Celtic Festival! This one day event is truly fun for all ages. The festival celebrates the heritage, arts, and culture of the Appalachian immigrants from Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Galicia/Asturias and Brittany. It is a great way to spend the first Saturday in June. The 2025 ...
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Deep Creek Lake Centennial: A Celebration of Heritage and Community
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In 2025, we mark the Deep Creek Lake centennial extraordinary milestone—100 years since its creation in 1925, when the Youghiogheny Hydroelectric Company transformed Deep Creek into the reservoir we know today.
From its modest beginnings as a hydroelectric project, the lake has flourished into a beloved four-season des...
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Deep Creek Dunk Quick Guide
Deep Creek Dunk weekend is fast approaching! I’ll give you all the info you need to thoroughly enjoy this favorite winter event. The 2025 date for the dunk is Saturday, February 22. This year, we are celebrating the 26th anniversary of the Deep Creek Dunk!
For the second time, a “community dunk” is being held. It...
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Deep Creek Holiday Happenings
Deep Creek holiday events offer something for everyone. There is a little bit of magic in our mountains during this festive time of year. It’s easy to catch the spirit of the season whether you’re taking the kids to see Santa or shopping locally for last minute gifts.
Deep Creek Holiday Events
Joy of Christmas Celebration
November...
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Deep Creek Lake July Events
Deep Creek Lake July events include a variety of ways to enjoy the outdoors with your family. Plus, many of these activities are FREE!
Little Yough Summer Music Festival
June 28-August 20, 7PM, Fridays Throughout Summer
Stage Wisp Free Summer Concert Series
July 3-August 28, 6:30PM, Wednesdays Throughout Summer
Fire on the Mounta...
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Deep Creek Lake Easter Events & Activities
Deep Creek Lake Easter events and activities offer something for every member of the family. For those celebrating the holiday, there is no shortage of fun! Keep in mind that all of the info below is for 2024.
Saturday, March 30
Easter Egg Hunt – Broadford Park
Registration begins at 11AM and the hunt starts at noon.More Info
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