• Plunge Patrol at the Washington Street Fall Festival

    City of Havre de Grace

    The Special Olympics Maryland Plunge Patrol is more than just a fundraiser—it’s a fun and unforgettable experience that brings the excitement of the Polar Bear Plunge directly to our community. Raise $100 or more to earn your chance to take the plunge in our mobile plunge unit and receive an official Plunge Patrol towel. Every...

  • Annual Halloween Costume Contest & Trick or Treating

    City of Havre de Grace

    Join the Havre de Grace Recreation Committee for its Annual Costume Contest! (Formerly Costume Parade) Register at the stage anytime between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., then Trick or Treat at the participating Downtown Businesses. (Stage is located on Pennington Avenue by the old Visitors Center). This year’s winners will be announced and brought up...

  • Holly Jolly Parade & Tree Lighting

    City of Havre de Grace

    Havre de Grace kicks off the holiday season with our 2026 Holly Jolly Parade and Tree Lighting! The parade starts at Union Avenue at St. John Street, continues down St. John, to Washington Street and ends at Congress Avenue. After the parade, Santa Claus will help Mayor Martin light the tree live on stage at...