Music on the Millrace 2026
Join us for “Music on the Millrace” again this year! This popular Sunday concert series at the Union Mills Homestead will be held for the third year at the historic site north of Westminster, MD. The concerts offer a relaxed, inviting opportunity for our members and friends to come out to enjoy the authentic beauty of the site, separate from our other major events.
This is a great time to enjoy an afternoon on the beautiful grounds of the Union Mills Homestead. Admission to the event is only $10. Under 12 are free! Food, beer and wine will be available to purchase. Please bring a chair or blanket to sit on. No outside alcohol may be brought into the event. Because we have to inspect any containers to ensure there is no alcohol, please refrain from bringing backpacks or coolers, although you are welcome to bring your own snacks.
Here is the schedule:
Sunday, August 23, featuring Hayden Shaw and this Side of Pleasant (3 pm to 6 pm).
Hayden Shaw and This Side of Pleasant
Hailing from right down the road, Hayden Shaw and his band This Side of Pleasant (as in Pleasant Valley) is thrilled to be back for another great day of Bluegrass! Hayden Shaw & This Side of Pleasant is a high-energy Bluegrass group comprised of some of Hayden’s best friends in Bluegrass. They have broken attendance record for a Wehrly’s Auction House “Pickin’ and Biddin’” show. Hayden pulls from a wide array of influences and music genres to bring a fun and exciting bluegrass show that you won’t want to miss!
Sunday, September 13, featuring McFadden Garcia Band (3 pm to 6 pm).
McFadden-Garcia
Unforgettable three-part harmonies are the backbone of McFadden~Garcia’s musical sound. With outstanding individual vocals, creative guitar work, and often the accompaniment of additional professional musicians, McFadden~Garcia completes a unique, captivating performance.
Top-notch vocals and a wide-ranging song selection reflects the rich history of the group, which has performed in the Mid-Atlantic region for decades. The group explores the incredible days of Folk and Acoustic Rock, Pop hits, Blues, Country, Classic and current popular Rock, anchoring the eclectic nature of McFadden~Garcia Popular around the region, this promise for a great afternoon of music along the millrace at the Union Mills Homestead.