"Visit Maryland" to Explore the Underground Railroad, Delicious Seafood, Spectacular Events, Maryland Restaurant Week and More!

Explore the Underground Railroad in Maryland

Honor Maryland’s many freedom seekers, including Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass, by attending September’s International Underground Railroad (UGRR) events and tours. Explore this year’s theme of Finding Freedom, Faith and Family in our brand new guide. Take advantage of new packages and deals and make plans for a powerful few days’ journey through Maryland’s gorgeous landscape and incredible history.

Follow the Crab & Oyster Trail

Have a Spectacular September

Summer’s coming to a close, but the fun is just beginning. Explore amazing fall events like the Renaissance Festival, the Maryland Folk Festival, Oceans Calling, the Maryland Wine Festival and much more. And there’s still time to plan a getaway–on the Great Chesapeake Bay Loop, to the lush mountains of Western Maryland, or anywhere in between.

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Enjoy Maryland Restaurant Week

Maryland Restaurant Week is just around the corner–September 13-22. Maryland chefs are offering incredible special menus alongside tried-and-true favorites. Dig into 10 days of delicious deals at the fabulous selection of restaurants participating in this year’s event. Make it a “gastronomic getaway” and book a unique Maryland place to stay to enjoy brunch the next day.

Vote for Your

Maryland Favorites

A few Maryland spots have been nominated for USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice awards! Baugher’s Orchards has been nominated for the best pumpkin patch, Milburn Orchards is up for best apple orchard, and Allegany County is in the running for best place to visit in fall. You can vote once per day per award so stuff that ballot box for some Maryland wins!

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Maryland Minute

Each week, the Maryland Minute provides highlights and insights on events around the state. Maryland Minute is featured on Audacy radio stations in Baltimore and Washington, D.C., WERQ and on Baltimore’s WBAL-AM 1090.