Happy Labor Day! Make the most of your long holiday weekend at these fun, family-friendly events in the Frederick area, including plenty of fun festivals.
Gaver Farm’s Fall Fun Festival
Starts Aug. 29, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Gaver Farm | 5501 Detrick Road, Mount Airy, MD 21771
Summer is nearly over, and fall will soon be upon us. Kick off the season with this fun fest at Gaver Farms, which lasts until early November. Farm visitors can enjoy plenty of fun attractions, including a petting zoo, u-pick apples and pumpkins and a corn maze. There will also be live music and additional events throughout the season.
$14.50 (weekdays), $20 (September weekends), free for children age 24 months and younger | gaverfarm.com/fall-fun-fest
Preschool Back to School Carnival
Aug. 30, 10 a.m.-noon
Scott Key Community Center | 1050 Rocky Springs Road, Frederick, MD 21702
Kids and parents can get ready to head back to preschool in style at this event showcasing the Scott Key Community Center’s preschool offerings. There will also be plenty of carnival games, crafts and food for attendees. The event is free, but registering in advance is required.
Free | recreater.com
End of Summer Celebration
Aug. 30, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Carroll Creek Park | 50 Carroll Creek Way, Frederick, MD 21701
Say farewell to summer at this community celebration featuring live music, plenty of delicious food and crafts from local artists. This event will take place in rain or shine.
Free | chiceventsdc.com
