Looking for summer fun near you? From classic county fairs to community fire company carnivals, we’ve compiled a complete list of local carnivals in Maryland and south-central Pennsylvania for 2026. Whether you’re looking for rides, games, food, or just a fun family outing, you’ll find all the dates and locations here.

Bookmark this page — it’s the easiest way to plan your summer adventures!

May 2026 Carnivals

• May 19-23 – New Windsor Carnival (New Windsor, MD)

• May 22-30 – Gamber Carnival (Finksburg, MD)

• May 22-30 – Great Boonsboro Carnival (Boonsboro, MD)

• May 27-30 – Mother Seton School Carnival (Emmitsburg, MD)

• May 28-30 – Union Bridge Fire Company Carnival (Union Bridge, MD)

June 2026 Carnivals

• June 1-6 – 4 County Lions Club Carnival (Mount Airy, MD)

• June 6-13 – Sykesville-Freedom Fire Company Carnival (Sykesville, MD)

• June 8-13 – Taneytown Fire Company Carnival (Taneytown, MD)

• June 9-13 – St Joseph’s Carnival (York, PA)

• June 22-27 – Shrewsbury Firemen’s Carnival (Shrewsbury, PA)

• June 24-27 – Harney VFC Carnival (Taneytown, MD)

• June 29 – July 4 – Manchester Fire Company Carnival (Manchester, MD)

• June 29 – July 4 – New Freedom Lions Club Carnival (New Freedom, PA)

• June 29 – July 4 – Walkersville Volunteer Fire Co. Carnival (Walkersville, MD)

July 2026 Carnivals

• July 6-11 – Winfield Fire Company Carnival (Sykesville, MD)

• July 6-11 – Mason Dixon Fair (Delta, PA)

• July 13-18 – Eureka Firemen’s Carnival (Stewartstown, PA)

• July 13-18 – Jefferson Carnival (Spring Grove, PA)

• July 13-18 – Urbana Fire & Rescue Carnival (Urbana, MD)

• July 20-25 – Pleasant Hill Carnival (Hanover, PA)

• July 20-25 – Reese Carnival (Westminster, MD)

• July 20-25 – Mount Airy Fire Company Carnival (Mount Airy, MD)

• July 21-25 – South Mountain Fair (Arendtsville, PA)

• July 24 – Aug 2 – York State Fair (York, PA)

• July 27 – Aug 1 – Hampstead Fire Company Carnival (Hampstead, MD)

August 2026 Carnivals

• August 3-8 – Littlestown Fireman’s Carnival (Littlestown, PA)

• August 10-15 – Rocky Ridge Carnival (Rocky Ridge, MD)

• August 11-15 – Dallastown Carnival (Dallastown, PA)

September 2026 Carnivals

• September 18-26 – Great Frederick Fair (Frederick, MD)

Tips for Visiting Local Carnivals

• Check each carnival’s website or social media page for exact hours, ticket pricing, and more.

• Arrive early to avoid long lines for rides and food.

• Bring cash — some vendors and games may not accept cards.

• Many fire company and community carnivals support local organizations, so your attendance helps the community.