Hagerstown Gears Up for a Packed September and October with Diverse Community Events

Residents of Hagerstown, Maryland, can anticipate a vibrant autumn season with a wide array of community gatherings and festivals scheduled throughout September and October. According to information from the City of Hagerstown’s Community Engagement Office, the city has organized numerous events designed to engage the public, support local businesses, and foster community spirit. These events range from farmers’ markets and cultural celebrations to family-friendly festivals and athletic competitions.

Throughout September, the City Farmers Market will be held every Sunday at Hub City Brewery, offering residents the opportunity to purchase fresh produce and shop from local vendors. The market aims to support local agriculture and provide a consistent venue for community interaction. Following the market on Sundays, the City of Hagerstown, in partnership with Hub City Brewery, sponsors these recurring events.

The month kicks off with the Washington Goes Purple Block Party on Saturday, September 12th, on South Potomac Street. This family-friendly event is dedicated to substance use prevention, recovery awareness, and stigma reduction, featuring speakers, vendors, a live DJ, and activities for all ages. On the same day, downtown Hagerstown will host the “2nd Saturday: Battle of the Wings” event in the Elizabeth Hager Parking Lot, a culinary competition and community gathering organized by One Room Media and Downtown Hagerstown Main Street.

The following day, Sunday, September 13th, University Plaza will be the site of the Hagerstown Latin Fest, an event celebrating Latin heritage with live music, food, and community vendors. This festival offers free admission and is open to the public, supported by the City of Hagerstown. Later in the month, Meritus Park will host a playoff game for the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars on Friday, September 18th, marking a significant achievement for the team as they compete in the North Division Championship Series.

The City Park Fall Fest & Fireworks are scheduled for Saturday, September 19th, in Hagerstown City Park. This annual celebration of arts, entertainment, and history is a free, family-friendly event concluding with fireworks at 7:45 PM over the park’s lake. Immediately following the Fall Fest, the first-ever HERBSFEST will take place at the Hager House, offering a traditional German harvest festival experience with music, food, and drink, also featuring fireworks over the lake.

As September draws to a close, residents can enjoy “Thunder in the Square & Music in the Plaza” on Friday, September 25th. This event will feature free live music by The Cruisers in University Plaza and the Alsatia Club’s annual car show, with classic cars lining downtown streets. The final City Farmers Market of the season will be held on Sunday, September 27th, at Hub City Brewery.

October in Hagerstown promises a continuation of community engagement. Fiber enthusiasts can look forward to Fiber Fest on Saturday, October 3rd, at University Plaza, featuring vendors selling yarns, fibers, tools, and handmade goods, alongside a community stitching circle. Downtown Hagerstown will also be the host city for the Main Street Maryland Conference on Tuesday, October 6th, and Wednesday, October 7th, bringing together Main Street professionals and leaders for a two-day exploration of the city.

Later in October, Fairgrounds Park will host two events on Saturday, October 10th: a Community Yard Sale featuring over 70 stalls and the Harvest Hoedown, an event with scarecrow making, pumpkin painting, a petting zoo, pony rides, and vendors, with the first 1,000 children aged 12 and under receiving a free pumpkin. The month continues with the “Steps Toward Healing for Mental Health” 5K Run & Walk on Saturday, October 17th, in downtown Hagerstown, hosted by BTST Services. The same day will also see the inaugural Stay Wicked Artisan Festival on South Potomac Street, a free event featuring vendors and activities, sponsored by the City of Hagerstown.

These events are part of Downtown Hagerstown’s ongoing mission as a Maryland Main Street Community to foster a vibrant downtown area where people and businesses can thrive. For further information or to get involved with Downtown Hagerstown events, interested parties can email events@downtownhagerstown.org.

Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the City of Hagerstown Community Engagement Office.

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