Carroll Book Festival
McDaniel is a sponsor of this first-ever event presented by Carroll County Public Library, featuring 100-plus authors, including book signings, author panels, and ticketed author events, book-related vendors, and more Sat. 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Carroll County Farm Museum, 500 S. Center St. Westminster,
Information: carrollbookfestival.org.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Virtual.
Hip Hop, Philosophy, and the (Broken) Social Contract: Phi Beta Kappa Visiting Scholar Lecture with Dr. Derrick Darby
Derrick Darby is a Henry Rutgers Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. Dr. Darby is a member of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences. He holds degrees from Colgate University and the University of Pittsburgh. In his TEDx talk, “Doing the Knowledge,” he tells the story of discovering his passion for philosophy growing up in New York City. He is a dynamic teacher, accomplished scholar, and passionate speaker. His recent books include Boxed In: Making Identities Safe for Democracy and A Realistic Blacktopia: Why We Must Unite to Fight. He has lectured and taught on five continents. His life and work have been covered by the Atlantic magazine, CNN, and other news outlets. His calling card is to harness the power of hip hop’s fifth element (knowledge) to empower his audiences to think critically and deeply about our world, the problems we face, and about ways in which we can work together to create a better world. Dr. Darby will be presenting a public lecture…
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
McDaniel Hall - Coley Rice Lounge.
Westminster Fallfest
McDaniel is a proud sponsor of this annual Westminster community tradition, including amusement rides, entertainment, food, vendors, and more,
Thurs.–Fri. 6–10 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m.–10 p.m. and Sun. noon–6 p.m.
City Park, 11 Longwell Ave. Westminster,
Information: westminsterfallfest.com.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – Sunday, September 27, 2026, 6:00 PM.
Virtual.
Westminster Fallfest Parade
McDaniel helps to kick off Westminster Fallfest by leading the annual parade
Thurs. 7 p.m.
Begins on Pennsylvania Avenue and ends on Longwell Avenue,
Information: westminsterfallfest.com .
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Virtual.
Green & Gold Challenge 2026
The Green & Gold Challenge is a weeklong competition between our athletic teams to help fundraise to support our student athletes. This is primarily a virutal event and more information can be found at www.mcdaniel.edu/greenandgoldtoolkit.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 12:00 AM – Thursday, October 8, 2026, 11:30 PM.
Virtual.
Alumni & Friends of ROTC Homecoming BBQ
Date: 3 October 2026, Time: 11:00, Location: 245 W Main St. Westminster, MD.
Opportunity to reconnect, share memories, and kick off the excitement leading into the football game. Food will be provided!
Celebrate Homecoming weekend with the ROTC community at a relaxed and welcoming BBQ gathering for alumni, cadets, families, and friends. Come enjoy good food, great company, and the spirit of Homecoming before heading to the stadium for kickoff. If you would like to contribute with food, you are welcome—but not required—to bring a side dish, dessert, or snack to share.
We look forward to seeing everyone back on campus for a memorable start to Homecoming weekend!
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
Winslow Center - ROTC Classroom - 209.