Lost City – trick or treat!

47414 Old State House Road
St. Mary's City , 20686

24 Oct 2026

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5:00pm - 8:00pm

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Lost City – trick or treat!

47414 Old State House Road
St. Mary's City , 20686

24 Oct 2026

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Overview

Lost City

October 24, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Family-friendly | G-rated | Costumes encouraged
Entrance closes at 7:30 p.m.

When the sun goes down, Historic St. Mary’s City’s Town Center transforms into the Lost City—a family-friendly evening of Halloween fun! Follow the trick-or-treat trail through Maryland’s first capital, collecting candy while meeting colorful characters, including pirates, fortune tellers, and other costumed interpreters.

Along the way, enjoy festive games, activities, and plenty of not-too-spooky surprises in this G-rated celebration designed for children and families. Costumes are encouraged! Gather your little ghosts, superheroes, and princesses for a spook-tacular evening.

Activities begin at 5:00 p.m., with the final entry at 7:30 p.m. All festivities conclude at 8:00 p.m.

Free parking in the State House lot (GPS: 47418 Old State House Rd, St. Mary’s City, MD 20686)

Don’t miss this magical evening of treats, games, and Halloween fun at Historic St. Mary’s City!

Interested in sponsoring the event? Learn more or contact caitlin.armsworthy@maryland.gov for details.

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