Events
Race a Steam Train Up the Mountain at the 3M Challenge
The 3M Challenge sends cyclists up the GAP from Cumberland to Frostburg against the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad on Saturday, September 26. Beat the train and win an engraved railroad spike.
Scouts and Youth Group Selling Hoagies for Flood Recovery
The Confluence Scouts and the United Community Youth Group will hold a Flood Recovery Hoagie Sale at the Ursina Church of God on Saturday, September 5. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and hoagies are $5 each.
Operation Clean Sweep: Muck Out Day Saturday
Somerset County COAD holds a Muck Out Day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, August 22, for property owners still digging out from the August 12 flooding. Volunteers meet at the United Community Church of God.
Steam Engines, Butter Churns and an Outhouse Dash: The Farmers and Threshermens Jubilee Returns
New Centerville's Farmers and Threshermens Jubilee runs September 9-13, 2026 with steam engines, tractor pulls, a quilt show, a parade and plenty of good food.
Save the Date: Mountain Craft Days Returns Sept. 11-13 at the Somerset Historical Center
Mountain Craft Days, the region's big pioneer arts festival with 125-plus costumed artisans, runs Sept. 11-13 at the Somerset Historical Center.
Hickory Bottom Band Plays the Somerset Historical Center
The Somerset Historical Center's First Fridays concert series continues Aug. 7 with the Hickory Bottom Band on the lawn. Food on site, all welcome.
Confluence Throws America a 250th Birthday Party Saturday
Confluence celebrates America's 250th on July 25 with an all-day town square party: market, contests, food, live music, a giant puppet parade and fireworks.
Follow the Yellow Signs: Garrett County Artist Studio Tour Returns July 25-26
The free, self-guided Garrett County Artist Studio Tour runs July 25-26, 11am to 5pm, letting you step inside working studios and meet local artists.