SUMMER FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Summer is always a bustling season in the mountainside of Maryland with live music, events and festivals filling our calendar season. Explore all of our events and start planning your summer getaway in Mountain Maryland.
Events
- Allegany County Fairgrounds
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The best in Bluegrass & Roots music return to Cumberland, MD on May 22-25, 2025! DelFest was created to be a family-friendly music festival honoring Del McCoury. On-site you’ll find incredible music all day long on our Grandstand Stage, intimate Artist Playshops, Late Night…
The Taco Fest, formerly known as Taco De Mayo, will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Canal Place on the festival grounds. It's going to be a day packed with delicious tacos, live music, vendors, and so much more. All proceeds will benefit…
Cool off, chill out, roll on! Looking for a fun family outing this summer? Choose from three scheduled departure times: 5 PM, 6 PM, or 7 PM, with seating available for all ages in both Coach and Open-Air cars. Upon arrival and check-in at our beautiful downtown Cumberland…
- Allegany Museum
- Recurring daily
The 2025 Mountain Maryland Plein Air Competition and Exhibition, June 9-15th, 2025, at Cumberland’s Allegany Museum through the partnership of the Allegany Arts Council and the Mountain Maryland Plein Air Committee. Other events at Arcadian Gallery and the Gilchrist Gallery…
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Mountain Maryland Museum Week is a 10-day promotion celebrating Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland's three centuries of American history. We invite you to travel back in time as you explore our museum attractions and history and heritage-focused experiences…
A celebration of great wings, cold drinks and country music!
The annual festival, now in its 25th year, will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2025, on the grounds of the former Oldtown School located at 19210 Opessa Street, SE. The festival blends the history of Oldtown, founded by Thomas Cresap in 1741, with many family-oriented activities…
The festival will be held on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at Canal Place in downtown Cumberland, MD. The festival will be from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m. filled with music, drag performances, and unity in our community. More details to come.
Frostburg Elks 48th Annual Derby Day. July 4, 9:30 AM. Over sixty entries will be racing on Main Street, starting at the Frostburg Library. Drivers are ages 9 thru 14. Experience your childhood & cheer all the drivers
21st Annual XTERRA EX2 Escape the summer city heat and head for the mountains! Join us at Rocky Gap State Park in Flintstone, MD for the 21st annual XTERRA EX2 Off-Road Triathlon, Duathlon, and Relay. Race Date: Sunday July 13, 2025 Start Time: 9:00am Location: Rocky Gap State…
Joe Nichols live in concert at the Allegany County Fair, July 15, 2025, at 8:00 PM. Doors open at 6:30 PM.
Don’t miss the sensational Anne Wilson in concert! Anne is a force in Contemporary Christian Music and Country. GRAMMY-nominated, with Dove and K-LOVE Awards, she’s a trailblazer breaking barriers. Anne’s music and bestselling book, “My Jesus: From Heartache To Hope,” has…
Live Music Event with multiple stages, vendors, and bands to unite the local music community. Nonstop Music! Nonstop Food! Nonstop Good Time! to support local Non-Profit Organizations.
The Western Maryland Craft Beverage Festival is back for 2025! And there's no better way to top off your summer and your glass with the best Maryland has! Get ready for a day filled with delicious sips and good vibes. Join us at Hoffman Park where the fun happens on Sunday, Aug…
Heritage Days is Cumberland's signature festival and has something for everyone - history, music, arts, crafts, festival food, children's activities - September 13 and 14, 2025.
The 20th Annual Appalachian Festival is September 18-20, 2025, at Frostburg State University! Thursday, September 18, will kick off the weekend with the annual Film Festival at the Palace Theatre on Main Street. Friday, September 19, will feature the annual Symposium which will…
The Dragons On The Lake Festival is the Cumberland YMCA's signature fundraising event. A unique sporting event that brings a community together for some friendly competition. Participants rave about the excitement, diversity, and community spirit surrounding the event. Teams of…