Business
Jul 28, 2026

San Sushi returns: Cockeysville-to-Towson institution heads to Main Street in Westminster

San Sushi returns: Cockeysville-to-Towson institution heads to Main Street in Westminster

Bruce Sesum and Anita Wong moved to Westminster, embedding themselves in the Main Street community months before San Sushi's fall 2026 debut

Business
Jul 22, 2026

Christmas in July jingles into downtown Westminster, Maryland

Christmas in July jingles into downtown Westminster, Maryland

Several local businesses are marking the midsummer holiday with sales, seasonal treats and a visit from Santa. Elvis will also be in the building.

Business
Jul 20, 2026

Former Rare Opportunity baker brings Bixler Bread & Blooms farm stand to Westminster

Former Rare Opportunity baker brings Bixler Bread & Blooms farm stand to Westminster

Biology teacher turned Carroll County family farmer, Nasiha Ocasio spent a year perfecting sourdough before opening her stand

Food & Drinks
Jul 12, 2026

Salads, Hand Pies, and Tikka Masala at the Exploration Commons Teaching Kitchen in Westminster

Salads, Hand Pies, and Tikka Masala at the Exploration Commons Teaching Kitchen in Westminster

Carroll County's library kitchen offers hands-on classes and demos for kids, teens, and adults year-round — plus a full-day K-pop celebration this month

Food & Drinks
Jul 2, 2026

A Toast to Italy returns to Main Street in Westminster on Saturday, July 11

A Toast to Italy returns to Main Street in Westminster on Saturday, July 11

Evening Italian street fair brings food, wine, live music, and a communal Big Dinner to downtown Westminster

Business
Jun 23, 2026

Westminster's second Chick-fil-A location has approvals, awaits road construction

Westminster's second Chick-fil-A location has approvals, awaits road construction

City sign-off is in place, but the restaurant construction cannot begin until Carroll County completes a new connector road to the site

Business
Jun 20, 2026

Brewery Fire Taphouse opens Saturday with beer, food, and premium spirits

Brewery Fire Taphouse opens Saturday with beer, food, and premium spirits

Carroll County's own Brewery Fire expands from original Taneytown location with a full-service taphouse at 530 Jermor Lane in Westminster's 140 Village Shopping Center

Food & Drinks
Jun 9, 2026

Westminster Beer & BBQ Stroll brings breweries and music to Main Street on June 20

Westminster Beer & BBQ Stroll brings breweries and music to Main Street on June 20

Five live stages, 20 breweries and distilleries, food vendors and more

Food & Drinks
Jun 4, 2026

City Park Gaming & Brew Room celebrates 5 years with an outdoor party Saturday, June 6

City Park Gaming & Brew Room celebrates 5 years with an outdoor party Saturday, June 6

Dogfish Head, Other Half, RaR, and Troegs will have tents, live brass band, cigars, and food from Collision Course — all starting at 1 p.m.

Business
Jun 3, 2026

Johanssons Dining House to change hands this summer after decades on Main Street in Westminster

Johanssons Dining House to change hands this summer after decades on Main Street in Westminster

Family restaurant urges gift card holders to redeem before closing

Business
May 29, 2026

Cafe proposed for 118 West Main Street seeks city planning approval

Cafe proposed for 118 West Main Street seeks city planning approval

Commission continues review of application and requests revisions; elevations called "suburban" and out of character with downtown

Business
May 27, 2026

Husky Hut Coffee Co. brings adventure-inspired drive-thru to Westminster

Husky Hut Coffee Co. brings adventure-inspired drive-thru to Westminster

New drive-thru spot operates from a bus in the lot next to Bowman's on Englar Road, in front of what will become their permanent location

Food & Drinks
May 24, 2026

42nd Maryland Wine Festival returns to Carroll County Farm Museum on June 6

42nd Maryland Wine Festival returns to Carroll County Farm Museum on June 6

Westminster hosts one of the state's oldest wine celebrations with 30+ wineries, live music, and a new BBQ pairing experience

Food & Drinks
May 21, 2026

Chef Jeff Keeney to run pop-up dining experience at Westminster Riding Club

Chef Jeff Keeney to run pop-up dining experience at Westminster Riding Club

Ritz-Carlton trained, former owner of five area restaurants, Chef Jeff Keeney aims to bring his boldest cooking yet to Westminster with Savoré

Business
May 15, 2026

The Double Barrel Tasting Room to Bring 24-Tap Wine Bar to Main Street

The Double Barrel Tasting Room to Bring 24-Tap Wine Bar to Main Street

Carroll County's first automated pouring system will feature 24 taps with half-ounce to five-ounce pours, plus beer, mocktails, iced coffee, and bi-monthly wine classes

Food & Drinks
Apr 14, 2026

Wingstop Is Coming to Westminster; New Permit Suggests It's Getting Closer

Wingstop Is Coming to Westminster; New Permit Suggests It's Getting Closer

Wing chain set to join Crunch Fitness and Brewery Fire as new tenants at 140 Village Shopping Center