Town Events
Music in the Park Concert Series
Concerts are scheduled on weekend afternoons and evenings from May to September at the Avalon Park stage. The type of concert varies, but it’s always guaranteed fun. There’s always some type of concession and activity available, too.
Independence Day
This event is held on July 3rd and features a concert at Avalon Park and a fireworks display after dark, which can be viewed from across the river in North East.
National Night Out
This national event is held annually on the first Tuesday night of August.
Community Yard Sales
The community yard sales are held semi-annually on the third weekend of May and last weekend of September from 9am to 2pm. Residents are welcome to set up sales on their properties, and sales are advertised in local newspapers and social media.
Halloween
The parade and trunk-or-treat is held annually on the last Friday of October at 5:30pm.
Donuts With Santa
The event is held annually in November on the Sunday before Thanksgiving.
Christmas
The traditional tree lighting and festivities are held annually on the first Friday of December at 5:30pm.
Wreaths Across America
Sunday, December 14th at 12pm
St. John’s United Methodist Church, 240 Market Street
Ceremony
This annual ceremony, hosted by Jeanette Armour, pays tribute to the veterans who have been laid to rest in Charlestown Cemetery. It will start sharply at 12 PM.
Luncheon
Following the ceremony, there will be a luncheon organized by the Town for all veterans and their families to enjoy. It will take place in the lower level of the church, featuring soups catered by Market Street Cafe. The menu includes Chicken Noodle, Tomato Bisque, and Cabbage Stew, along with a selection of rolls, sweets, and refreshments.
This event is complimentary, and parking is available at St. John’s United Methodist Church, Town Hall/Post Office, and in front of Fairgreen Park.
Santa on a Fire Truck
Tuesday, December 17th, starting at 5:30pm
We’re eagerly anticipating Santa’s arrival, and he’s looking forward to seeing you, too!
Thanks to the Charlestown Fire Company and our cheerful Santa, Tom Durange, he will be making his way through Town to greet everyone, starting at 5:30pm.
This year, we have a new feature! You’ll be able to track Santa’s route in real-time using Glympse Santa Tracker. To do so, click here. You can also check out Santa’s route in the image and details below. (Click to enlarge)
** The fire truck will begin its route by heading east along Market Street, traveling through the Historic District. After that, it will proceed north to the Charlestown Manor neighborhood before heading south down Bladen Street towards Holloway Beach. Next, the truck will go north on Baltimore Street to Route 7, where it will continue north to reach the Scott Gardens, Cool Springs, and Trinity Woods neighborhoods. Finally, it will head south on Route 7 towards Route 40, wrapping up its journey in Charlestown Crossing. The entire tour is anticipated to take about two hours to complete.
