These events are truly one of a kind and will make for a great family memory for years to come! Discover a unique Maryland legend, go sledding in the spring and explore the state’s ironworking community at these three events in Frederick County this weekend.
Middletown Snallygaster Festival
May 17, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Main Street Middletown | 7628 Coblentz Road, Middletown, MD 21769
What on Earth is a Snallygaster? Learn more about Maryland’s resident cryptid at this quirky and offbeat community festival of state folklore, featuring live-action roleplaying demonstrations, a vendor fair and plenty of children’s activities. It’s an experience that you can only get in Maryland!
Free | visitfrederick.org
Ice Block Sledding
May 17, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Watkins Park | 615 Center St., Mount Airy, MD 21771
Sledding in the spring might seem impossible, but this beloved Mount Airy event offers a fun way to beat the heat! Go sledding down a Watkins Park hill using a block of ice at this fun and free event, held for National Kids to Park Day to encourage children to play outside.
Free | mountairymd.gov
Maryland Iron Festival
May 17 & 18, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Catoctin Furnace Historical Society | 12610 Catoctin Furnace Road, Thurmont, MD 21788
Discover Maryland’s ironworking community at this annual festival! Blacksmithing has been a part of the state’s history for generations and is still a part of Frederick County life to this day because of the Catoctin Iron Furnace. See the iconic “iron pour” demonstration, shop metal products from local artisans, take a guided tour of Harriet Chapel and more.
Free | catoctinfurnace.org
