Wednesday, August 01, 2012 - Wednesday, October 31, 2012
 

Forrest Hall Farm Crazy Corn Maze

Forrest Hall Farm, Mechanicsville, Avie Lane. Weekends: 9 AM - 5 PM. Weekdays by appointment. Family fun on the farm. Corn maze, hayrides, farm animals, play area. Free apple or small pumpkin included with admission ticket. Group discounts available. Farm shop featuring farm-grown produce, flowers, beef, and baked goods. Admission. HC. 301-884-3086. www.forresthallfarm.com

Saturday, September 08, 2012
 

Fall Follies

Leonardtown Square. 10 AM - 3 PM. Arts and crafts festival with paintings, jewelry, basketry, woodwork, and crafts of all kinds. HC. 301-997-1644. www.craftguildshop.com

Saturday, September 08, 2012
 

Woodland Indian Discovery Day

Historic St. Mary's City, St. Mary's City, off Route 5. 11 AM - 4 PM. Explore and celebrate the life ways of Maryland's first people. Try skills and explore the rich culture that graced the Yaocomaco's days. Admission. HC. 1-800-SMC-1634. 240-895-4990. www.stmaryscity.org

Sunday, September 16, 2012
 

A Taste of St. Mary's

Leonardtown Square. 12 PM - 5 PM. Sample menu items from some of St. Mary's County's finest restaurants. Free admission. Fee charged for samples. 301-737-3001. www.smcchamber.com

Thursday, September 20, 2012 - Sunday, September 23, 2012
 

St. Mary's County Fair

St. Mary's County Fairgrounds, Leonardtown, off Route 5. Thur: 3 PM - 9 PM. Fri - Sat: 9 AM - 9 PM. Sun: 9 AM - 6 PM. Livestock, home arts, flowers, field crops, 4-H and school exhibits, horse pulls, carnival. Admission. HC. 301-475-8434. www.smcfair.somd.com

Saturday, September 22, 2012 - Wednesday, October 31, 2012
 

Bowles Farms Corn Maze & Pumpkin Farm

Bowles Farms, Clements, Budds Creek Road. Sat: 10 AM - 6 PM. Sun: 10 AM - 6 PM. Weekdays by appointment only (school groups, daycare, etc). Corn maze, petting zoo, wagon rides, mini straw maze, childrens' corn box, acres of pumpkins, food and refreshments on site. Admission. HC. 301-475-2139. www.bowlesfarms.com

Saturday, September 29, 2012 - Sunday, September 30, 2012
 

War Comes to St. Mary's

Historic St. Mary's City, St. Mary's City, off Route 5. 11 AM - 4 PM. A glimpse of two Civil Wars - The American Civil War and the English Civil War. Experience life in camp and on the battlefield. Admission. HC. 1-800-SMC-1634. 240-895-4990. www.stmaryscity.org

Saturday, October 06, 2012 - Sunday, October 07, 2012
 

Blessing of the Fleet

St. Clement's Island Museum, Colton's Point, off Route 242. Sat: 12 PM - 10 PM. Sun: 10 AM - 5 PM. Arts and crafts, Southern Maryland seafood, continuous music, boat ride to St. Clement's Island, Blackistone Lighthouse tours, childrens' games and rides, parade, fireworks on Saturday. Admission. HC. 301-481-5831. www.blessingofthefleetmd.com

Saturday, October 06, 2012 - Sunday, October 07, 2012
 

Riverside Wine Fest at Sotterley

October 6 & 7, 2012 | Noon ~ 6:00 p.m. Celebrating the Best of Maryland in the Breathtaking Setting of this National Historic Landmark! Over 20 Wineries last year! Live Music, Free Mini Tours of the 1703 Plantation House and Slave Cabin, Artisans, Demonstrations, Exhibits, Children’s Activities, and Fine Foods for Purchase. Discount tickets available online ONLY: www.sotterley.org.

Saturday, October 13, 2012
 

RiverFest

Historic St. Mary's City, St. Mary's City, off Route 5. 11 AM - 5 PM. Celebrate waterways with entertainment, demonstrations, boat rides, and tips about how you can insure their health. HC. 301-862-3517. www.smrwa.org

Sunday, October 14, 2012
 

Antique Tractor Parade

Leonardtown Square. 1 PM. Enjoy the sights and sounds of yesteryear's machines that cultivated Southern Maryland. Benefits the Christmas in April Foundation. Free. HC. 301-904-3491.

Monday, October 15, 2012
 

Summerseat Annual Quilt Auction

Summerseat Farm, Mechanicsville, off Route 235. 9 AM - 2 PM. Auction of handmade quilts, variety of patterns and original designs. Some handmade crafts, food and drink available. HC. 301-481-9189. www.summerseat.org

Friday, October 19, 2012 - Saturday, October 27, 2012
 

Ghosts of Sotterley Tours

Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood, off Route 245. 7 PM. Spooky dramatic outdoor walking tour. Reservations required. Not suitable for young children. Tours run every 10 mins. October 19, 20, 25, 26 & 27. Admission. 301-373-2280. Purchase tickets online: www.sotterley.org

Saturday, October 20, 2012 - Sunday, October 21, 2012
 

St. Mary's Oyster Festival

St. Mary's County Fairgrounds, Leonardtown, off Route 5. Sat: 10 AM - 6 PM. Sun: 11 AM - 6 PM. National oyster shucking contest and national oyster cook-off. Lots of other seafood, exhibits, arts and crafts, and live entertainment. Admission. HC. 301-863-5015. www.usoysterfest.com, facebook.com/national oysterfest, Twitter@usOysterFest

Friday, October 26, 2012 - Saturday, October 27, 2012
 

Spirits of Point Lookout

Point Lookout State Park, Scotland, off Route 5. 6 PM - 11 PM. Interactive event featuring Point Lookout's many legendary tragedies and hauntings. Admission. HC. 410-326-5117. www.spiritsofpointlookout.com

Saturday, October 27, 2012
 

Grave Matters

Historic St. Mary's City, St. Mary's City, off Route 5. 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM. Maryland's colonists provide a glimpse into 17th-century life and death in a fun and possibly haunting event. Admission. HC. 1-800-SMC-1634. 240-895-4990. www.stmaryscity.org

Saturday, October 27, 2012
 

Scarecrow Making & Trick-or-Treat on the Square

Leonardtown Square. 1 PM - 3 PM. Trick-or-Treating with downtown merchants, scarecrow-making with the Crafts Guild Shop, and SMAWL pet costume contest. Admission. HC. 301-997-1644. www.craftguildshop.com

Sunday, October 28, 2012
 

Monster Rockfish Festival

Greenwell State Park, Hollywood, off Route 245. 11 AM - 5 PM. Rockfish tastings, beer, wine, music, activities, crafters, artists, vendors, designated SAFE trick-or-treat zone. Free admission. Parking fee applies. HC. 301-373-9775. www.greenwellfoundation.org

The St. Mary’s County Division of Tourism strives to make every effort possible to ensure accuracy; however, information is subject to change. It is recommended to call ahead for more information as the Division is not responsible for damages arising out of changes, errors or omissions.