13 Food Festivals, Culinary Events Happening This Fall In Maryland

Get ready for a culinary adventure in Maryland and the chance to sample some new foods, discover new flavors or explore cultural traditions.

Deeply intertwined with culture, food is a powerful symbol of identity, heritage and community, shaping not only our understanding of ourselves and others, but also connecting us to our roots. Recipes are passed from generation to generation, preserving cultural practices and the stories behind them.

Beyond the food itself, festivals are often lively cultural celebrations with music and other events that appeal to the entire family.

Food festivals are often held in the fall to coincide with the harvest season and the abundance of fresh produce available during that time. Autumn is a time of celebration for the harvest, with many fruits and vegetables reaching their peak ripeness. This makes it a natural time to showcase these ingredients in culinary events and festivals.

We’ve rounded up some food festivals and food-based events coming up in Maryland that you shouldn’t miss.

• Shrimp Boil with the band Last Call, Aug. 30, Jarrettsville
• Wonderful Thai with Chef Ravi, Sept. 3, Columbia
• Maryland Restaurant Week, Sept. 12-21
• Maryland Wine Festival, Sept. 13, Westminster
• Maryland Seafood Festival, Sept. 13-14, Annapolis
• Festival of India, Sept. 20-21, West Friendship
• Maryland Italian Festival, Sept. 26-28, Aberdeen
• Oktoberfest, Sept. 26-27, Frederick
• Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival, Sept. 27, Boyds
• Autumn Reggae Wine & Music Festival, Oct. 11-12, Mount Airy
• Oktoberfest, Oct. 18, Berlin
• Asia in a Bite Food Fest, Oct. 18-19, Hanover
• Maryland Irish Festival, Nov. 7-9, Timonium

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