In a corn maze where the only dead ends are bad dance moves, the Glow Maze Party lights up Runaway Bull Farm in Hagerstown, on Friday, Oct. 3, with live grooves from the local fusion band Ginada Piñata. Blending funk, electronica and world beats from 7 to 10 p.m. at 17163 Lappans Road, the event draws revelers seeking a neon-soaked escape, complete with complimentary glow sticks and disco attire encouraged for maximum flair. Tickets cost $12.95 online or $13.95 at the gate—free for ages 2 and under—though kids 13 and younger require adult supervision amid the luminous labyrinth.
In the spirit of turning pages and picking favorites, Treasure Apple Ranch in Waynesboro invites families to dive into autumnal escapades at 8384 Anthony Highway, where a sprawling corn maze beckons thrill-seekers on Fridays from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. through the season. Saturdays offer a literary twist with a $1 discount on maze tickets for those dressed as book characters, while food trucks roll in both days to fuel the fun; a self-serve market stocks fresh apples and cider Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., all to harvest community joy amid the harvest bounty.
In the spirit of Bavarian bravado, Cushwa Brewing Co. is unleashing its most raucous Oktoberfest yet, 10210 Governor Lane Boulevard, #2010, Williamsport, Maryland, taproom into a frothy frenzy of foam-fueled fun. The three-day bash kicks off Friday with fresh beer releases, a debut fall cocktail menu and pies from RAD Pies, before Saturday’s main event on Oct. 4 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. features stein-holding, keg-tossing and keg-rolling showdowns with hefty prizes. Sunday wraps with a hearty brunch and lingering revelry, all to celebrate the brewery’s annual ode to German brewing traditions – complete with a stein-refill deal for loyal patrons at pint prices on select suds.
In a world where “fast food” often means drive-thrus, Saint Mary Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church is serving up a slower, savorier alternative with its annual Ethnic Food Festival and Open House. The event, set for Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the church’s location on 963 Lincoln Way E. in Chambersburg, promises a feast of international flavors, guided tours of the historic sanctuary, a kids’ craft session honoring Saint Innocent of Alaska and browsing in the on-site bookstore. Wrapping up with vespers service at 5 p.m., the day-long gathering accepts major credit cards and offers free parking, with all proceeds supporting the local St. Seraphim Orthodox Center and pregnancy ministries.
When autumn’s chill whispers promises of pumpkin spice and good times, Waynesboro’s Main Street transforms into a vibrant harvest haven for its annual Market Day. Organized by Mainstreet Waynesboro, the free community celebration shuts down the thoroughfare for a full day of live music, vendor stalls brimming with local wares, food trucks and restaurant pop-ups, kid-friendly activities including a dedicated zone with contests and more. The festivities unfold Saturday at Main Street Park, 25 E. Main St., from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., spotlighting performances by Kirin Clay (11 a.m.-noon), Drew Adams (noon-1:30 p.m.) and Phipps & Phriends (1:30-3 p.m.) to unite neighbors in seasonal cheer.
