Past Events
“An Ibero American Portrait”
Date: March 5, 2023
SOLD OUT! Appalachian Chamber Music Festival Presents the Parlor Concert Series at Happy Retreat. Seated in the intimacy of the parlors at Happy Retreat, audiences can enjoy chamber music played in a 19th Century parlor, where the ... read more
Playing With Structure
Date: January 29, 2023
Appalachian Chamber Music Festival Presents the Parlor Concert Series at Happy Retreat. Seated in the intimacy of the parlors at Happy Retreat, audiences can enjoy chamber music played in a 19th Century parlor, where the acoustics of ... read more
Christmas Open House 2022
Date: December 4, 2022
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR OUR ANNUAL Happy Retreat Christmas Open House 2022 The Open House, which is free and open to the public, will show Happy Retreat decorated in period holiday finery and will feature holiday cookies, punch, and ... read more
Charlestown, 1863: Outpost and Home
Date: October 29, 2022
On Saturday, October 29th, living historians will be depicting the Autumn of 1863 at Happy Retreat. Come meet soldiers of the United States Army’s 9th Maryland Infantry and the citizens of Charles Town. Smell the campfire, see ... read more
2022 Craft Beer & Music Festival
Date: September 10, 2022
The annual Happy Retreat Craft Beer & Music Festival is held on the historic grounds of Happy Retreat, former home of Charles Town founder Charles Washington. Join us for local craft beer, food vendors and touring bands! read more
Happy Retreat Christmas Tree Lighting
Date: December 4, 2021
The holidays are getting close. Watch for Happy Retreat’s Christmas Tree Lighting Display for 2021. Wishing you all a Happy and Safe Holiday. Happy Retreat Fans and Volunteers. We will be holding our Tree Lighting Saturday, ... read more
Appalachian Chamber Music Festival
Date: August 22, 2021
ACMF melds world-class chamber music performances, collaboration and outreach, with the rich and inspiring history, nature and culture of Harpers Ferry, Charles Town, Jefferson County and surrounding areas. read more
Intensive Chamber Music Workshop
Date: August 18, 2021
An inspiring, unforgettable day that will cultivate your love of chamber music. This is a half-day, intensive chamber music experience. No previous chamber music experience necessary. We welcome applications of all levels and ... read more
2021 Pre-Festival Launch – Appalachian Chamber Music Festival
Date: May 2, 2021
Live on Facebook, YouTube and broadcast at The Barn of Harpers Ferry. ACMF is delighted to welcome its artists and partners for the 2021 in season in an interactive digital concert extravaganza! Join us for an hour of poignant ... read more
Happy Retreat Festival of Lights
Date: December 31, 2020
The Festival of Lights will be on from December 5 through the New Year. Please drive or walk by to enjoy the brilliant display. Thank you to all who have worked to make this happen. A special thanks goes to Citizens Fire Company for ... read more