As we prepare for the leaves begin their autumnal shift in a few weeks, anticipation is building for the return of a local Halloween legend. Markoff’s Haunted Forest, a staple of spooky season in Dickerson, is gearing up for its 33rd year of delivering spine-tingling scares starting October 3rd.
The City of Rockville’s Rocktobierfest celebrates German culture with beer, bands, bratwurst and more. It returns on Saturday, September 27th from 11am-5pm.
Field of Screams Maryland, one of the region’s most established haunted attractions, has announced it will not operate in 2025 as it undergoes a full renovation, with a reopening planned for September 2026. The hiatus will allow for updates to its trail, haunted house, and other features, while continuing its role as a fundraiser for the Olney Boys & Girls Club.
Bethesda Row is hosting its ‘Fall Soiree on The Lane’ event on Saturday, September 13. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET at Johnny Was, located at 4867 Bethesda Avenue, Unit S, Bethesda, MD 20814.
TNA Wrestling will make its Maryland debut this week with three events in Baltimore. The action begins Thursday, August 14, with Tables, Ladders & Crabs at Jimmy’s Famous Seafood, featuring an intimate Q&A and photo opportunity with reigning TNA World Tag Team Champions The Hardys. The event starts at 7 p.m., and tickets are available at jimmysfamousseafood.com. (more…)
The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair opens today, Friday, August 8, and runs through Saturday, August 16, marking its 76th annual celebration.
In a special event from Frederick County Public Libraries, renowned author R.L. Stine will take the stage for an unforgettable author talk. Known for his legendary eerie tales that have captivated children and teens for decades, Stine’s appearance is sure to be a thrilling night for all who dare to join. This special event also celebrates the spectacularly spooky 20th Anniversary of Frederick Reads.
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is hosting its annual Back-to-School Fair on Saturday, Aug. 23, from 10 am to 1 pm at Westfield Wheaton mall. This free event is a great opportunity for families to prepare for the upcoming school year.
This year, the Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Cloverly/Silver Spring will hold its annual Greek festival from Friday, September 5th, to Sunday, September 7th. The festival will be open from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday.
Jamaica Fest will be held on Sunday, August 17, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Veterans Plaza (1 Veterans Place) in Silver Spring.