If you like friendly animals and fall festival fun, you might just be in for a treat this October. Enjoy a peaceful day on the farm while doing goat yoga or pick your own pumpkin and decorate it at the Annapolis Town Center fall fest.
First Fridays in North Beach
Oct. 4, 6-9 p.m.
North Beach | Bay Ave., North Beach, MD 20714
Enjoy DJ music, classic cars, food trucks, beer and wine vendors, small pop-up shops, craft vendors and free beach access on First Fridays in North Beach.
Free | northbeachmd.org
Barktoberfest Annapolis
Oct. 5, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Annapolis Town Center | 1906 Towne Centre Blvd., Annapolis, MD 21401
Celebrate Oktoberfest with your four-legged friend. Returning is the crowd favorite dog fashion/costume show, imported and locally-crafted brews and yard games; portion of proceeds supports Anne Arundel SPCA. Dogs that are friendly and leashed are welcome.
Free; registration required | annapolistowncenter.com
Yoga with Goats
Oct. 5, 10-11 a.m.
Prosperity Acres | 5811 Sunderland Court, Sunderland, MD 20689
Find your zen with a one-hour beginner outdoor (weather permitting) yoga class with goats, hosted by GoatToBeZen Yoga. Bring a yoga mat or towel and money for the farm store; open to ages 10+
$39 | goattobezen.com
Fall Fun Day
Oct. 12, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Kinder Farm Park | 1001 Kinder Farm Park Road, Millersville, MD 21108
Enjoy a day full of games, demos, farm animals, arts and crafts, good food, a pumpkin patch, hayrides and more. Gate fees will be suspended for the day.
Free | kinderfarmpark.org
Biggest Playdate Ever
Oct. 19, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Greek Orthodox Church | 2747 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 21401
Join Annapolis Moms Media for the biggest playdate ever, featuring fun and excitement for the whole family. Enjoy trick-or-treating, a touch-a-truck experience, indoor and outdoor activities, food and lively music! Costumes are encouraged.
Free; registration required | annapolismomsmedia.com/event/biggest-playdate-ever
Fall Fest
Oct. 19, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Annapolis Town Center | 1906 Towne Centre Blvd., Annapolis, MD 21401
Enjoy all things fall, including a pick-your-own pumpkin patch and decorating, s’mores, face painting, a costume contest, live music, street performers, food trucks and more.
Free; registration required | annapolistowncenter.com/event-detail/fall-fest-2024
Diwali Diya Lamp STEM Activity
Oct. 28, 2-3 p.m.
The Library at the Mall Annapolis| 2250 Annapolis Mall Road, Annapolis, MD 21401
Celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights, by making your own diya lamp circuit card. (A diya is an oil lamp used during the holiday and symbolizes the triumph of good and light over evil and darkness.) This STEAM activity is best suited for elementary-aged children.
Free | aacpl.net
