Autumn Glory Festival

Deep Creek Lake, MD | leisure | 3 to 6 hours

Oakland, MD 21550, USA


Overview

Autumn Glory Festival is Garrett County's signature annual celebration of fall foliage, held each October for five days centered on a grand Saturday parade through downtown Oakland. The 2026 festival runs October 7–11, with the Autumn Glory Grand Feature Parade on October 10 at 1pm on Omar Street in Oakland. Events include craft shows, live music, a farmers market, fall foliage driving tours, and special performances across the greater Deep Creek Lake area. A beloved community tradition drawing visitors from across the Mid-Atlantic for nearly 60 years.

Activity Type: leisure

Costs: Free (most events)
Duration: 3 to 6 hours

Inhaven Insights

  • What's great

    What's great

    59-Year Fall Tradition

    Nearly 60 years of Garrett County fall color — the Mid-Atlantic's premier autumn foliage festival.

  • What's unique

    What's unique

    Grand Feature Parade

    The Saturday Grand Parade through Oakland is the festival centerpiece — floats, bands, community.

  • What's worth knowing

    What's worth knowing

    Book Lodging Early

    Festival week fills all Garrett County lodging — book months ahead for any October visit.

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