The popular community event offers free admission and countless activities including pony rides, petting zoo, bounce houses, a children’s craft area, a straw maze, hayrides, and an incredible concert by the Twisted Bluez Band. Offering Fall fun for the whole family, the festival will run from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. and will showcase all things Autumn including music, food, activities, and more.

The Harvest Festival will also feature all manner of great seasonal food and fair delights.

Those 21 and older are invited to stop into the Cider Court for some fantastic Hawk Knob Appalachian Hard Cider flavors.

Last year, the venue saw 17 vendors as well as a variety of food trucks, a beer garden sponsored by Flood Zone Brewery featuring their handcrafted autumn themed ale, and music accompaniment was provided by the band Poison Whiskey at the park’s gazebo.

A city celebration to ring in the autumn season, the Taneytown Harvest Festival was created to bring people in from the greater community by retired Director of Economic Development Nancy McCormick, according to Parks and Recreation Director Lorena Vaccare. "It is an event in the city that people look forward to every year," she said.

Like all large Taneytown events, the Harvest Festival was canceled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Returning in 2021, Vaccare was not disappointed by the crowds she had anticipated would appreciate the ability to safely be a part of the community again, Vaccare said.

"We have seen a jump in the number of people interested in our programs. People are so happy to get out and celebrate again," she said.

All manner of fabulous festival vendors are sought for patron dining and shopping enjoyment. Vendor registration is $30 for a standard 10 x 10 booth and $50 for 20x 20 booth area. Volunteers will be available to assist with setup and take-down if requested. Vendor spaces are allocated on a first come first serve basis. Interested participants can contact Vaccare at 410-751-1100 extension 108 or by emailing lvaccare@taneytown.org.