Hagerstown–Martinsburg
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Hagerstown–Martinsburg
Locals say Tri-State Area · “Hub City”
Hagerstown · Martinsburg
Where the mountains meet the valley
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Welcome to the Tri-State, where the mountains meet the Potomac and history is around every bend. Whether you're here for the ballgame, the battlefields, or the apple butter, you'll find a friendly, down-to-earth vibe. Pull up a chair and tell us what brings you to the Hub City.
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Things to do
- Antietam National Battlefield Site of the bloodiest single-day battle in American history.
- Berkeley Springs State Park Historic spa town with warm mineral springs.
- Appalachian Trail Iconic long-distance hiking trail passes through the region.
- C&O Canal Historic towpath along the Potomac River.
- Hagerstown City Park Central park with a duck pond, museums, and gardens.
- Maryland Theatre Historic performing arts venue in downtown Hagerstown.
- Outdoors Hike the Appalachian Trail
- Outdoors Bike the C&O Canal towpath
- With kids Watch the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars at Meritus Park
- With kids Visit Discovery Station children's museum
- Evenings Concerts at the Maryland Theatre
- Evenings Craft beer at local taprooms
- Locals love Apple orchards
- Locals love Antique shops
Through the year
- Western Maryland Blues Fest June Annual blues festival in downtown Hagerstown.
- Washington County Ag Expo July Agricultural fair with livestock, exhibits, and rides.
- Berkeley County Youth Fair August Youth-focused fair in Martinsburg with animals and games.
- Apple Butter Festival October Celebration of apple butter making in Berkeley Springs.
- Antietam Memorial Illumination December Candlelight tribute with 23,000 luminaries on the battlefield.
Four distinct seasons with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Spring and fall are the sweet spots for being outside. Best: Spring and fall are ideal, with mild temps and fewer bugs.
Talk like a local
- “Hub City”
- Nickname for Hagerstown.
- “The Burg”
- Nickname for Martinsburg.
- “Tri-State”
- Refers to the Hagerstown-Martinsburg area, touching three states.
Getaways
- Chambersburg Historic town with a Civil War heritage and a lively square.
- Gettysburg Iconic battlefield and charming downtown.
- Winchester Old town with antique shops and apple orchards.
- Cumberland Gateway to the C&O Canal and Western Maryland rail trails.
Local flavour
Teams
- Hagerstown Flying Boxcars Atlantic League
Also rooting for Baltimore Orioles (MLB), Baltimore Ravens (NFL), Washington Capitals (NHL), Washington Commanders (NFL), Washington Nationals (MLB), Washington Wizards (NBA)
Eat and drink
- Pepperoni roll A West Virginia staple, dough wrapped around pepperoni, popular in Martinsburg and the Eastern Panhandle.
- Apple butter Slow-cooked apple spread, a specialty of Berkeley Springs and the surrounding orchards.
- Sorghum molasses Sweet syrup from local sorghum mills.
- Ramps Wild leeks foraged in spring, often fried or in stews.
- Fresh trout From the Potomac and local streams.
Where people go
- Antietam National Battlefield Site of the bloodiest single-day battle in American history.
- Berkeley Springs State Park Historic mineral springs and spa town.
- Appalachian Trail Hiking trail that crosses the region.
- C&O Canal Historic towpath along the Potomac River.
Heritage and traditions
The Tri-State Area is proud of its crossroads history—where the National Road, the B&O Railroad, and the Appalachian Trail all pass through—and its deep roots in the Civil War, apple orchards, and the healing waters of Berkeley Springs.
This time of year in Hagerstown–Martinsburg
- Apple picking Fall September-October, families visit orchards for apples and cider.
Say it like a local: “Soda” — Carbonated beverage
Festivals
- Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting February The world's largest water tasting competition, celebrating the town's mineral springs.
- Hagerstown City Park Summer Concert Series Summer Weekly free concerts in the park's band shell.
Landmarks with a story
- Hager House The 1740s stone house of town founder Jonathan Hager.
- Fort Frederick State Park A restored 1756 stone fort from the French and Indian War.
Food traditions
- Shoo-fly pie A molasses pie from the Pennsylvania Dutch tradition.
- Chicken corn soup A hearty soup often served at church suppers and firehouse events.
- Apple cider donuts A fall treat from the region's many orchards.
- Whoopie pies Two chocolate cakes with cream filling, a Pennsylvania Dutch favorite.
- Sauerkraut and pork on New Year's Day A Pennsylvania Dutch custom for good luck.
Music and arts
- Bluegrass and old-time music A strong local scene with pickers and festivals.
- The Maryland Theatre A historic vaudeville-era theater hosting concerts and shows.
- Washington County Museum of Fine Arts An art museum with a regional collection.
- Berkeley Springs arts community Known for its many galleries and the Ice House arts center.
A little history
- 1762 1762
- 1806 1806
- 1877 1877
- 1900s 1900s
- Game day Hagerstown Flying Boxcars baseball
- Game day Hagerstown Speedway racing
- Outdoors Apple picking
- Outdoors Kayaking on the Potomac
- With kids Ride the carousel at Hagerstown City Park
- With kids Visit the Hager House
Locals speak with a Midland accent, blending Northern and Southern influences. You'll hear 'y'all' from some, and the pronunciation of 'Hagerstown' as 'HAY-gerz-town' is a local marker. Words like 'soda' are common.
Only here
- The Hagerstown Flying Boxcars are named after the Fairchild C-119 cargo plane built in Hagerstown.
- Antietam is the site of the bloodiest single-day battle in American history.
- Berkeley Springs has George Washington's bathtub, a stone tub he used.
- The region is at the junction of three states, making it a true tri-state area.
New here? A few tips
- Pronounce Hagerstown as 'HAY-gerz-town'.
- Expect hot, humid summers and cold winters; pack layers.
- Traffic on I-70 can be heavy during commutes to DC/Baltimore.
- Try a pepperoni roll from a local bakery.
- Visit Berkeley Springs for a mineral bath.
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Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.