MD State BBQ Bash
Oct. 9-10, 4-10 p.m. Friday, noon-10 p.m. Saturday | Bel Air
Chow down on delicious barbecue from all over the state at one of Harford County’s biggest events, where 40 teams will compete to see who makes the best barbecue! Families can also challenge themselves in a cornhole tournament or enjoy live music.
Free | downtownbelair.com
8th Annual Fiesta Baltimore 2026
Oct. 10-11, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Baltimore
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Baltimore’s largest Latino cultural festival, featuring delicious food, live performances and other fun attractions at Patterson Park.
Free | nuestrasraicesinc.org
Truck or Treat: Meet Maryland’s Highway Heroes
Oct. 17, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Hanover
This event at the State Highway Administration (SHA) Hanover Complex is both a trunk-or-treat and a touch-a-truck experience, where families can meet first responders and explore their vehicles while collecting treats.
Free | roads.maryland.gov
Howard High Lions’ Pride Arts, Crafts & More Show
Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Ellicott City
More than 130 artists will be selling their creations at Howard High School, making this annual craft fair a great place to shop for art, furniture, jewelry and more.
Free | howardlionspride.org
Trick or Treating in Downtown Bel Air
Oct. 24, 1-3 p.m. | Bel Air
Get some trick-or-treating in early in Downtown Bel Air, which is hosting a pre-Halloween family-friendly event with spooky goodies and special promotions from participating businesses.
Free | downtownbelair.com
