Washington County Seeks Sponsors for 2027 Groundhog Day Celebration

100 W. Washington Street, Suite 2600

Hagerstown, MD 21740 | 240.313.2380

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT:

Danielle Weaver, Director

Phone: 240-313-2380

Email: dweaver@washco-md.net

Jena Repp, Public Relations Coordinator

Phone: 240-313-2379

Email: jrepp@washco-md.net

WASHINGTON COUNTY SEEKS SPONSORS

FOR ANNUAL GROUNDHOG DAY CELEBRATION

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (November 13, 2026) - The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development is now accepting sponsorships for its 8th Annual Groundhog Day Celebration, scheduled for Friday, January 29, 2027, at the Washington County Agricultural Education Center, located at 7313 Sharpsburg Pike in Boonsboro, Maryland.

The annual event brings together more than 350 attendees from Washington County and the surrounding tri-state region for a celebration of local agriculture, food, and businesses. Guests have the opportunity to sample products from more than 20 local farms, food producers, wineries, and agriculture-based businesses while enjoying live music, children's activities, and opportunities to connect with members of the region's agricultural community.

Local businesses and organizations are encouraged to participate as event sponsors. Sponsorship provides an opportunity to support Washington County's agricultural industry while increasing business visibility and connecting with residents, visitors, and other businesses throughout the region.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Businesses and organizations that sponsor the event will have the opportunity to:

Increase visibility among hundreds of local residents and visitors.
Demonstrate support for Washington County's agricultural community and local businesses.
Promote their products and services to a regional audience.
Establish connections with community members and fellow business leaders.
Support an annual event that celebrates the importance of agriculture to Washington County's economy and heritage.

Apply Today!

The Department of Business and Economic Development invites interested businesses and organizations to become part of this year's celebration and help highlight the agricultural resources and businesses that make Washington County unique.

To review sponsorship opportunities and complete the sponsorship form, visit washco-md.net/ground-hog-day.

For additional information, please contact Kelsey Keadle at 301-573-7039 or dbedgroundhogday@washco-md.net.

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