3rd Annual Music Festival and Chili Cook Off

The Third Annual Music Festival and Chili Cook Off is happening on Saturday, May 24, 2025, from 12-5 at University Plaza, 50 West Washington Street, Hagerstown, MD. It is a fundraiser held by the Organization of Musical Parents at The Barbra Ingram School for the Arts in support of the Instrumental Music Department. It is a family-friendly event featuring performances by the Commercial Band and the Electric Ensemble. There will be artist vendors, a variety of chili competitors to taste, a children’s area with crafts and facepainting, a beer garden with wine, beer and a signature cocktail from Meinelschmidt’s Distillery , and concessions. Bring your lawn chair and come hear the bands play, eat award-winning chili, buy some wonderful art, and enjoy an afternoon in the park. Admission is free.