Tax-Free Savings, Events, Activities At Clarksburg Outlets

CLARKSBURG, MD — Maryland's tax-free holiday is coming up, and the Clarksburg Premium Outlets is inviting people to come shop and save on back-to-school necessities. The smart shopper can really take advantage of the holiday.

Clothing and shoe purchases under $100 will be tax-free, and the first $40 of backpack purchases is tax-free. For more savings, you can visit the Clarksburg Premium Outlets website for exclusive coupons and other discounts.

This year's Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week runs from Sunday, Aug. 12, through Saturday, Aug. 18, says the Maryland comptroller's office. That means qualifying clothing and footwear sold for $100 or less, per item, is exempt from the 6 percent state sales tax. Accessory items are not included, with the exception of backpacks, a staple of student life; the first $40 toward the cost of a backpack or bookbag is also tax-free.

The state has a detailed list of what is taxable and what is exempt from Maryland's sales tax that week.

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The Outlets will also host plenty of free family-friendly activities and events like musical story telling, a ballet performance, a bike rodeo and the Hip Hop Music Experience:

• Musical Story Telling with Peter Burroughs, August 12 at 11 a.m.: Little ones can stop by Center Court near Market Hall for an engaging, musical performance by the critically acclaimed artist Peter Burroughs.
• Ballet Performance and Dance Classes with Metropolitan Ballet Theatre and Academy, August 12 and August 18 at noon: Calling all dance enthusiasts! Guests are invited watch performances of Metropolitan Ballet Theatre and Academy students in Center Court. Attendees are invited to stick around to learn a few dance moves in a free, interactive outdoor dance class.
• Summer Family Fun Wednesdays, August 15 at 6 p.m.: Families are invited to visit Center Court for a musical performance by Cantaré, featuring Argentinean vocalist Cecilia Esquivel and guitarist Dani Cortaza. The D.C.-based group will teach guests about Latin American geography, history and culture through song. In addition, kids 12 and under can enjoy a free meal at participating restaurants, including Currito Burrito, Johnny Rockets, Rise Pies Handcrafted Pizza and more with the purchase of an adult entrée. For more information about upcoming events, visit bit.ly/SummerFamilyFunWednesdays.
• Hip Hop Music Experience with Jamaal Collier, August 18 at 11 a.m.: Shoppers of all ages can visit Center Court for a performance featuring elements of theater, rap and vocal percussion, sure to have attendees dancing and clapping along throughout the show.
• Bike Rodeo and Touch-A-Truck with Montgomery County Police Department, August 18: After finding the latest back-to-school trends, kids are encouraged bring their bikes and safety equipment to parking lot B to meet with the Montgomery County Police Department and learn safety tips while riding through an obstacle course. Families can also explore police and first responder vehicles on-site.

The outlet's hours are Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

For more information, visit the Clarksburg Premium Outlets website.

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