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Car Show, Historical Walking Tour, Vera Bradley Bingo and More in Carroll County this Weekend

Looking for something exciting to do this weekend? Check out some of the fun things going on around town.

Where:   Historic downtown Mt. Airy

When:  Tuesday, Sept. 4 – Tuesday, Sept. 11.

Description:   A week-long celebration of the history of Mount Airy, incorporated in 1894. Walking tours of historic downtown, museums, speakers, re-enactors and more.

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Pricing:  Free

Where:   Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center St., Westminster

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When:  Sept. 7-9, 7 a.m.-dusk

Description:   Antique farm machinery, antique cars, working demonstrations, flea market, hayrides, farmhouse tours; food for sale.

Pricing:  Free

Where:  Downtown Sykesville: Baldwin's Station lot & the patio at E.W. Becks, Shops on Main Street

When:  Saturday, Sept. 8, noon-5 p.m.

Description:   Live Music from Rob Fahey, famous for his song "Raised on the Radio" from the movie "Fast Times at Ridgemont High."

Chili Tastings for $5 featuring chili from:

  • Individual Contestants
  • E.W. Becks (2 varieties)
  • Baldwin's Station
  • Big Belly Deli
  • Salerno's (2 varieties)
  • Captain Dan's Crab House
  • Brick Ridge Restaurant

Pricing:  Free

Where:  Between 743 & 79 W. Main St., Westminster

When:  Friday, Sept. 7, 7 p.m.

Description:  Living history portrayals, artillery demonstrations, and other public programs will accompany the dedication of a new Civil War.

Pricing:  Free

Where:  Fairhaven Retirement Community, 7200 Third Avenue, Sykesville

When:  Saturday, Sept. 8, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Description:  Antique & Classic car show. Dash plaques to the first 100 cars, 50 trophies will be awarded. Door prizes, music and refreshments available. Flea market, antiques and collectibles set up to browse and purchase.

Pricing:  Free / Car Show entry fee $10.

Where:  2 Sycamore St., Westminster

When:  Saturday, Sept. 8, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Description:  The Antiques Appraisal Day event features a panel of accredited appraisers and national experts in the areas of American furniture, folk art and primitives, glassware and porcelain, silver, pewter, jewelry and clocks, who will examine your item and give you a verbal estimate of its worth. 

Pricing: $20 for the first verbal estimation of value. The second item is $10 and the third item is $5.

Where:    550 Washington Rd, Westminster

When:   Saturday, Sept. 8, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Description:  The Carroll Hospital Center Auxiliary is hosting its sixth annual White Rabbit Fun Day which includes children’s games, entertainment, food, a bake sale and more.

Pricing:  Free

Where: 1745 Baltimore Blvd, Westminster

When:  Saturday, Sept. 8, 5:30 p.m.

Description:  Sponsored by the Roaring Runs Lions Club and Reese Volunteer Fire Co. 

Bring a can of food for Carroll County Food Sunday and receive a card for a free game.

Proceeds benefit community service projects and organizations. 

Tickets or information: Linda Auerback 410-876-3378 or Laura Ganske 410-848-2371

Pricing: $15 Advance / $18 at the Door

Where:   6315 Sykesville Rd, Eldersburg

When:  Saturday, Sept. 8, 7:30 p.m.

Description:   A monthly dance held for singles and couples.  Music provided by DJ Ken and the band Bootleg.   Free snacks.  BYOB, soda and water, $1.

Pricing:  $10

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