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.
Youth Upper Bay Bassin – Fishing Tournament
Sunday, April 6th | Saturday, May 17th | Saturday, July 12th | Sunday, August 17th – 7AM to 2PM
Avalon Park, 20 Louisa Lane, Charlestown
Cool Springs Community Clean-Up Day
Saturday, April 12th at 9am
Cool Springs Playground, Cool Springs Rd between Pagosa St & Colorado Ct, Charlestown
Volunteers needed! Meet us at 9am at the Cool Springs playground (On Cool Springs Rd between Pagosa St and Colorado Ct). Our tasks include picking up trash at the playground and athletic field, as well as at the retention basins and common areas on Saratoga Ct, Steamboat Ct, and Cool Springs Rd. Gloves, vests, trash bags, and bottled water will be provided. Your help would be greatly appreciated!
Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 16th, 10AM Sharp
Fairgreen Park/Charlestown Fire Company, 307 Market Street, Charlestown
The Charlestown Fire Company will be hosting their annual Easter egg hunt, and you won’t want to miss it! Children of all ages are welcome to join the egg hunt at Fairgreen Park, located on Bladen St, across from the firehouse. This event is free and prizes will be awarded at the firehouse afterwards.
Household Hazardous Waste Day
Sunday, April 27th, 7:30am-3pm
Cecil County Central Landfill, 758 E. Old Philadelphia Rd, Elkton
The Cecil County Central Landfill, located at 758 E. Old Philadelphia Rd, Elkton, will be hosting its bi-annual Household Hazardous Waste Day.
Charlestown Time Capsule Opening
Friday, May 30th, 1PM
Market Square, Bladen & Market Streets, Charlestown
Join us on May 30th in Market Square for a truly special event — the opening of the Charlestown Time Capsule, sealed 25 years ago by the students of Charlestown Elementary School! We are excited to welcome back those original students to uncover the treasures and memories they placed inside, offering a unique snapshot of life from a quarter-century ago.
This event is a chance for the community to reflect on the past and share in the excitement of rediscovering what was sealed away. From personal keepsakes to school mementos, the contents of the time capsule will take us on a nostalgic journey through time.
But that’s not all! We’ll also be celebrating the future with the burying of a new time capsule, filled with items and memories contributed by our current students. In 25 years, they’ll have the opportunity to experience their own time capsule opening and reflect on how much the world has changed.
This heartwarming community event is one you won’t want to miss — mark your calendars and come be a part of this historic moment! We look forward to seeing you there!
16th Annual Cecil County Wade-In
Saturday, June 14th, 10am-2pm
Veteran’s Park, Water & Market Streets, Charlestown
It’s that time again to pull up your pant legs and wade into the North East River to measure the water quality using the “sneaker index.” Please join the Cecil County Department of Public Works, Stormwater Management Division, at Veteran’s Park for the 16th Annual Cecil County Wade-In. Rain or shine, there will be all types of vendors, entertainment, educational displays, food, and fun for all! Free event, no registration required.
Please note that the boat ramp, located at Water & Market Streets, and the intersection of Water & Conestoga Streets will be temporarily closed from 8:30am-4:00pm.
Parking is located at Avalon Lot B on Louisa Ln and a shuttle bus will be available for transport.