Don’t have anything planned for the weekend? Check out these family-friendly events in Frederick, including a dog-friendly Halloween festival and a vintage fair!
Moon Valley Farm Fall Festival
Oct. 17, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Woodsboro
Spend the day on the farm and enjoy live music, freshly-made apple cider and fun children’s activities like pumpkin painting and a bouncy house. The Rodale Institute will also present Moon Valley Farm founder Emma Jagoz with the 2026 Organic Stewardship Award for Farming.
Free | tinyurl.com/MoonValleyFallFest
Frederick Vntg Fest
Oct. 17-18, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Frederick
Step back in time at this celebration of all things ’90s at the Frederick Fairgrounds, with more than 125 vendors offering retro clothes, toys and more.
$5-$25, free for children ages 5 and younger | tinyurl.com/FrederickVntgFest

Barks, Brews, & Boos
Oct. 17, 1-4 p.m. | Frederick
This Halloween festival and fundraiser, benefiting the Animal Welfare League of Frederick County and held at Monocacy Brewing Company, features Halloween games, a vendor fair and plenty of drinks for adults to enjoy.
$25-$30, free for children ages 12 and younger | tinyurl.com/BarksBoosNBrews




