What’s Happening in Frederick & Mt. Airy This October?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
