CBS Sunday Morning Explores Harriet Tubman’s Legacy on the Eastern Shore

Maryland is the most powerful Underground Railroad storytelling destination in the world, and the Maryland Office of Tourism recently hosted Martha Teichner of CBS Sunday Morning as she explored the life and legacy of Harriet Tubman on Maryland’s Eastern Shore for an upcoming episode. Be sure to watch on Sunday, October 20 and be inspired by this one-of-a-kind American hero ahead of the release of Harriet, the first major motion picture based on the life of Tubman.

Savor Ocean City Restaurant Week, the U.S. Oyster Festival, and more during National Seafood Month

Make your plans now to celebrate National Seafood Month in Maryland, the unofficial Seafood Capital of the Universe! Sample seafood all around the state at great events like the U.S. Oyster Festival October 19-20 in St. Mary’s. Don’t miss the crowning of King Oyster, or the heated competition in the National Oyster Shucking Championships, plus seafood, beer tastings and more. But that’s not all: Fall Fest with Oysters in Rock Hall is October 12, Tilghman Island Day is October 19, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum hosts its annual OysterFest in St. Michaels on October 26, Ocean City’s Fall Restaurant Week arrives continues, and lots more! Get all the details here.

Ghosts, Goblins, Chills & Thrills

Halloween is almost here, and whether you prefer your scares from ghost stories and legends, high-tech haunts, kid-friendly fun, or just want to wear your Wonder Woman costume while riding the Lasso of Truth ride, Maryland has plenty to offer. With ghost tours, haunted houses and hay rides, Six Flags America’s Fright Fest, and other frightful happenings, our Halloween page has enough spooky fun to keep you screaming all the way through Thanksgiving.

Get Out and Explore Maryland’s Trail System Second-to-None

Whether it’s hiking, biking, horseback riding, or even paddling, there’s no denying that Maryland has a trail system second-to-none! And autumn is an amazing time for your outdoor adventure in our parks and outdoor spaces. With the leaves turning and the temperature just right, head to visitmaryland.org and find your inspiration.

Feel the Thunder at the Maryland Million and Fair Hill International

The Jim McKay Maryland Million and the Fair Hill International Festival bookend a thrilling Maryland weekend of equestrian excellence. The finest Thoroughbred fillies and most spectacular stallions from across the Old Line State make their way to Laurel Park for the Jim McKay Maryland Million race day on October 19, but don’t miss the Maryland Million Gala & Auction in Baltimore on October 18. And there's more: the Fair Hill International Festival of equestrian competitions, plus dog agility and Frisbee dog demos, October 17-20 in Elkton.

Free Fall into Brilliant Baltimore

It's always a great time to travel to Charm City, but fall is an extra special time to visit Baltimore as the city celebrates Free Fall, a citywide celebration with more than 300 free arts and cultural activities. You can’t beat the price! But that’s not the only great event Baltimore has put together to make the season special. For the first time ever, Maryland favorites the Baltimore Book Fair and Light City have combined into one fantastic new festival called Brilliant Baltimore. It kicks off November 1, get all the details here and put the charm in your fall.

Make Your Plans Now for the 2019 Waterfowl Festival

Make your plans now for this beloved Maryland event with nearly 50 years of history honoring a tradition stretching back centuries. Head to Easton November 7-10 for this celebration of Eastern Shore culture with spectacular waterfowl arts, great food, music, and fun, and of course the four-legged favorites of the Diving Dogs Competition.

Enter to Win on Maryland Mondays!

Don’t miss your chance at free tickets for amazing events across the state. Every Monday on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, the Maryland Office of Tourism is joining with our sponsors to give away great Maryland travel experiences. We call them Maryland Mondays, but you can enter all week. This week's contest is for a pair of tickets to the Pride of Baltimore's Sunset Sail, October 25, or a pair of VIP tickets to Bennett's Curse for October 24-27; October 30-November 2. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to enter.