October brings plenty of fall fun to Frederick and Mount Airy! From farm festivals and Oktoberfest celebrations to ghost tours, Halloween events, and activities for the whole family, there’s plenty to add to your calendar.



Fall Fun Fest at Gaver Farm

All October Long

Spend a fall day at Gaver Farm with more than 65 attractions to explore! 🌽 Take on the seven-acre corn maze, visit the barnyard animals, race down giant slides, and enjoy plenty of classic farm fun.

Go to the Festival

Frederick Oktoberfest

October 2-3

Celebrate Oktoberfest with German music, dancing, food, vendors, and plenty of festive fun in Frederick! 🍺 Friday night features The Reagan Years, while Saturday brings German bands, performers, a kids area, and The Freddie Long Band.

Celebrate German Culture



Mount Airy Oktoberfest

October 3

Head to Main Street for one of Mount Airy’s favorite fall traditions! 🍻 Enjoy cold beer, delicious food, live music, local vendors, and a day of community fun while supporting local businesses.

Grab a Drink



Mount Airy Ghost Tours

October 10

Hear the darker side of Mount Airy’s history during a Murder, Mayhem & Mystery Ghost Tour! 👻 The roughly 1.5-hour walking tour covers about a mile and shares some of the town’s spooky stories along the way.

Listen to Ghost Stories



Trunk or Treat & Haunted CaBOOse 

October 24

Get ready for a full evening of Halloween fun during Mount Scary! 🎃 Follow the spooky trail, dress up for the costume contest, collect candy at Trunk or Treat, and finish the night with a visit to the Haunted CaBOOse.

Trunk or Treat



Pets on Parade Halloween Costume Contest

October 27

Let your pets join in the Halloween fun at Mount Airy’s Pets on Parade! 🐶 Dress up your dog, cat, duck, horse, hamster, bearded dragon, or other furry or feathered friend for a chance to win in one of several costume categories.

Costume Time!

Halloween in Downtown Frederick

October 31

Head downtown for a Halloween celebration filled with seasonal fun throughout Frederick! 🎃 Put on your favorite costume and enjoy the festive atmosphere as downtown businesses and the community celebrate Halloween.

Trick or Treat