Holiday Festivals and Events
Celebrate a magical holiday season in Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland.
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Celebrate a magical holiday season in Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland.
The holiday season is a magical one here in Mountain Maryland, with events, festivals, shopping extravaganzas and more. Take part in the beloved Storybook Holiday event, with the Elf Olympics, Breakfast with the Elves, Storybook holiday Parade, Author Presentations, and so much more; attend a tree-lighting ceremony in downtown Frostburg or Cumberland; or shop during the Shop Small holiday events or any time throughout the season for a chance to win cash prizes. These celebrations and events will jingle you all the way through the New Year with the annual Ball Drop in downtown Cumberland.
A church Christmas program spins hilariously out of control in this Southern farce about squabbling sisters, family secrets, a surly Santa, a vengeful sheep and a reluctant Elvis impersonator. It’s Christmas-time in the small town of Fayro, Texas, and the Futrelle…
A Holiday Favorite Comes to Life at the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad! "All aboard" The Polar Express Train Ride™ this Christmas season! This holiday favorite, inspired by the hit movie, is brought to life when you and your family take a ride on The Polar Express™. With music…
See the magic of Christmas come alive in our Historic Home! The Women's Civic Club in Cumberland, MD, will host their annual Victorian House Tours at their historic MaGruder House. with over 60 decorated Join them weekly through December on Historic Washington Street. Over 70…
The Western Maryland Jaycees are excited to announce the return of the Lights on the Lake at Rocky Gap State Park. Our annual fundraiser promises to be an even better experience this year, with expanded light displays and community offerings. Event Highlights: -Spectacular…
An adaptation of the beloved Frank Capra film starring Jimmy Stewart. It is Christmas Eve, and George Bailey stands on a bridge looking over the icy waters below, contemplating suicide. Joseph, an unseen angel, calls on The Boss for advice, and they decide on Clarence Oddbody, an…
Start a new holiday tradition this year! Tracks and Yaks' Sleigh Bell Express railbike excursion is simply fantastic family fun! The excursion starts at the historic Frostburg Depot where you will board the railbikes then coast and pedal seven miles downhill with the smoothing…
Celebrate the holidays and join Mr. and Mrs. Claus for visits at the Rosenbaum! Candy bags will be available for each child, all ages welcome!
The Allegany County Animal Shelter invites you to see all the positive changes we've made and continue to make...and help us bring Christmas to the animals with donations of supplies, toys, blankets and pet food that will help our shelter succeed at our life-saving mission. Light…
Enjoy breakfast with Santa at Mezzos! Seating times and reservation requirements will be added.
Shop Small one last time before the holidays hit! Shop local businesses, guest artisans and crafters, and find that perfect last minute gift! Kick off the Winter season with a dinner out, last minute shopping deals, and gift wrapping! Join the Frostburg community on December 21st…
A Festival of Lessons and Carols: Favorites Old and New will return to Emmanuel Episcopal Church on Sunday, December 22 at 5pm. Mountainside Baroque’s popular ecumenical annual gift to the community features the Scholars of St. Cecilia, Mountainside Baroque’s resident chamber…
Ring in the New Year with Cumberland's annual New Year's Eve Celebration and Ball Drop! Celebrate with giveaways, food, beverages, live music by DJ Jimmy Hook, and the ball drop at midnight!