Date: October 7, 2026
Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location: McHenry Lodge at Wisp Resort
Food

Presented by the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce.

This prestigious fundraising event presents the Festival’s royalty, recognizes Festival sponsors, and provides an elegant yet lively atmosphere to kick-off the Autumn Glory festivities. The Kick-Off reception is sponsored by Garrett Regional Medical Center, a proud partner of WVU Medicine. Cocktail Hour sponsors are Budget Charters, Clear Mountain Bank and Silver Tree Marine. NextEra Advisors is the entertainment sponsor.
Middletown Valley Bank & Home Loans is the Centerpiece Sponsor. The Golden Ambassador sponsor is The Garrett County
Republican.