Visit Hagerstown-Washington County Convention & Visitors Bureau

01/06/2025

"Nature is full of genius, full of divinity; so that not a snowflake escapes its fashioning hand." — Henry David Thoreau

Photo: Elmwood Farm Bed and Breakfast

01/06/2025

Perfect day for some skiing, snow-tubing or just sipping some hot chocolate at Whitetail Resort!

01/04/2025

Today is National Trivia Day! DYK Washington County was named after General George Washington and was the first county in the United States to be named after him. It was established in 1776, two months after the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

01/01/2025

If a healthier, &/or a more serene “you” is your resolve for the new year, come visit us. We have 5 National parks, 8 state parks and countless local nature trails to help you achieve your goals.

12/22/2024

Dan Spedden was recently featured on the podcast, Outdoor Adventure Series. Give it a listen to hear about our vast array of offerings for every age, and every range of activity level.

The Outdoor Adventure Series Interviews Dan Spedden from Visit Hagerstown about History, Cultural Trails, Baseball, and Outdoor Adventures.

12/16/2024

Congratulations to Pathfinder Farm Distillery on their wins:

Pathfinder Farm Orange Cranberry Moonshine
Regional Award (South): Double Gold
National Award: Gold
Additional Award: Best in State

Stop by their Tasting Room in downtown Boonsboro and try a sip for yourself!

12/15/2024

We recently hosted Liz Mays, travel blogger of Get Lost In The USA who visited for the annual Valley Craft Network Studio Tour - she has a love of pottery and all things artisanal, and posted this on her blog. It is the 1st of 2 posts so watch this space for more.

Explore the annual Valley Craft Network Studio Tour in Washington County, MD! Find unique artisans and makers on a self-guided driving tour.

12/13/2024

A holiday tradition continues in downtown Hagerstown on Thursday, December 26th at the 11th Annual Historic Houses of Worship tour. The free, self-guided tour takes place from 3:00 to 7:00 pm and features eleven worship sites, all gatekeepers of history, art, literature, and architecture. Sites will share their ecumenical heritage, traditions, and music of the holiday season with visitors.

Many sites are located within walking distance of one another, and all sites are handicapped accessible. Light refreshments will be available at various locations. The tour brochure shows participating locations and all event details. Brochures can be picked up at participating worship sites or downloaded from the web at www.harccoalition.org

Attendees are encouraged to dine before or after the tour at one of the downtown establishments. From Puerto Rican to American fare a variety of options are available. https://www.hagerstownmd.org/685/Dine-Downtown

In the event of inclement weather, visit HARC’s website at www.harccoalition.org or listen to WJEJ radio station, 104.3 FM and 1240 AM.
In the event of cancellation, the tour will take place on December 27.

Facebook Event site: https://www.facebook.com/events/2000944667075467?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D

12/11/2024

Mark your calendars! The National Road Heritage Museum is opening its doors this weekend, December 14th & 15th, from 10am to 4pm.

Explore the fascinating history of transportation and the National Road's role in it, and also be the first to experience the new Boonsboro Welcome Center, all under one roof!

12/10/2024

This Sunday, Dec. 15. from 2-5pm the Historic Boonsboro Holiday Church Tour will be taking place. Visit beautiful and historic churches as they open for their doors to visitors. The breathtaking nativity displays graceful garlands, and decorations within a church can completely transform the atmosphere, encouraging both worshipers and visitors to contemplate the beauty and significance of this special time.
For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/878083761182722

12/07/2024

If you are planning to go to the Memorial Illumination at Antietam tonight, here is the official luminary tour map.

12/06/2024

There are so many great holiday events taking place this month, like the Funkstown Olde Tyme Christmas festivities tomorrow. For more events, visit our website: https://www.visithagerstown.com/events

12/04/2024

CONGRATULATIONS to our own Tiffany Ahalt, now an official graduate of the 2024 Class of Leadership Maryland! We’re so proud of you, Tiff! 👩‍🎓👏🥳💖

12/03/2024

Warm up with friends in the igloos at Red Heifer Winery!

Kevin Ford and his wife, Yvonne, dreamt of starting a vineyard on the sloping hillside of the former Naylor Peach Orchard where his grandparents had lived since 1945. The name of the winery originated from the initial purchase of the farm house and property. At that time Kevin's great-grandfather me...