Frederick County Community Events:
First Saturday is a day to show your love for local!
Support local businesses by shopping with an independent retailer, eating at a local restaurant, supporting local artists and exploring Downtown Frederick.
Where you spend your money matters.
Whether you’ve lived here for years, or you’re a first time visitor, First Saturdays are a great time to discover something new about our beautiful downtown.
Every Friday from 8:00-10:00 pm in the Cocktail Lab we’ll be servin’ up our deliciously wild concoctions and some sweet tunes to get your weekend started off right.
Price: No charge
Time: 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Friday
55 E Patrick St
Frederick, MD 21701
The Cellar Door is the place to be every Sunday night for a comedy show to remember! Shows begin at 7pm and there is cover charge and order minimum. Check out the website to confirm details.
Join us on the last Tuesday of every month for Music Bingo! It’s bingo with a musical twist!
Play for free and check off your bingo cards by identifying the title of the songs played. We create themed playlists with enjoyable and recognizable tunes. Test your music knowledge against your friends or use a song-identifying app and help everyone at your table! Every round uses a different bingo pattern of varying difficulty with prizes for each. The finale is the blackout round. Achieve blackout within that week’s song limit and you could win our progressive jackpot. That means you could win $$$ just for playing!
Price: Free
Time: 7pm
Location: 526 N Market St in Frederick
Come interact with the newest members of the South Mountain Creamery farm family, baby calves!
Schedule a time slot to come by the Calf Barn and feed the adorable calves!
Price: $7.50 per bottle holder
Time: 3:30-4:30pm
Location: 8305 Bolivar Rd in Middletown
Enjoy a deluxe, ~3-hour guided tubing trip on a broad, scenic, and less commercialized section of the Potomac River! Bald Eagles and Great Blue Herons are often sighted on this serene tubing trip.
Trip includes: Tubes, lifejackets, shuttle, and a guide. A light snack and water are also provided. This trip runs from Brunswick Family Campground to the Lander Boat ramp where guests are shuttled back to the Brunswick Family Campground.
Groups of 10 or more can book custom dates.
- Price: $53 per person, plus taxes and fees
- Time: 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
- Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Saturday and Sunday
40 Canal Rd
Brunswick, MD
Mid-May through Mid-September come out to the on-farm market at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm on Saturdays, 9am-1pm.
- Browse their selection of regeneratively grown-here vegetables, fruits, and herbs (100s of varieties throughout the season) and made-here artisan chocolates.
- They also carry local honey, made partly from the hives on their farm; local eggs from other Frederick County farms; and some other local delights.
- Sometimes they have fresh-made sourdough bread and rolls, and other baked goods.
They accept cash, debit, and credit.
They are open when sunny and rainy (except when high winds or lightening).
Time: 9-1pm
Weekly on Saturday
7957 Hollow Rd.
Middletown, MD 21769
Enjoy free, high-quality musical entertainment on Sunday nights in June, July, and August at the Baker Park Band Shell.
From tribute artists and oldies to Afrofunk and bluegrass, Celebrate Frederick's Summer Concert Series showcases professional musicians from a wide range of musical backgrounds. Previous artists have included jazz legend Charlie Byrd, Spyro Gyro’s Scott Ambush and Julio Fernandez, country chart-climber Cleve Francis, Bluegrass favorite Railroad Earth, L.A.-based Latin group Incendio, bluesman Tom Principato, and many more.
All concerts are free to the public. In lieu of admission, the Summer Concert Series Committee invites attendees to bring a canned food item to donate to the Frederick Food Bank. All donations can be brought to the Drees Homes Information Booth.
Rain Policy: Concert cancellations are announced on the specific concert event page on www.celebratefrederick.com and will be posted on Celebrate Frederick's Facebook Page and Instagram. Every effort is made to post cancellation notices by 5:00 PM on the day of the concert.
- Price: Free (canned food donation suggested)
- Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Baker Park Band Shell
When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down their old fruit tree, he discovers a magic potion that grows a tremendous peach, rolls into the ocean and launches a journey of enormous proportions. James befriends a collection of singing insects that ride the giant piece of fruit across the ocean, facing hunger, sharks and plenty of disagreements along the way.
Words and Music by Benj Pasek & Justin Paul
Book by Timothy Allen McDonald
Based on the book James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl
Directed and Choreographed by Julie Herber and Karli Cole
Music Direction by Angelica Ramos
JULY 31 – AUGUST 3
Please note, this show is presented through our Community Outreach Summer Production Series, meaning, the actors on stage are still in training.
Run Time: About one hour
- Price: $20/pp
- Recurrence: Recurring daily
- Location Maryland Ensemble Theatre
- 31 W. Patrick St., Ste. #L6
- Frederick, MD 21701
Kid's Workshop Series at the Farm!
Rain or Shine – We've Got You Covered!
Get ready for days full of fun at the Pavilion this summer! Each week, from hands-on crafts to music and ice cream, brings a new adventure for kids ages 3–12. Mark your calendars, grab your sunscreen (or your umbrella), and join us for engaging, creative, and memory-making mornings!
What’s Happening Each Week?
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June 18 – Family Farmyard Bingo
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Laminated bingo cards, dry-erase fun, farm animal sounds, and cool prizes!
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June 25 – Mold & Make Creations
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Play-doh + clay = messy fun! Use tools and imagination to shape your creations.
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July 9 – Music & Movement
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Dance, drum, twirl ribbons, and jam out with us!
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July 16 – Highland Cow Painting
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Paint your own masterpiece with a real cow (Abby!) making a guest appearance.
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July 23 – Tie Dye Creations
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Twist, tie, and dye a t-shirt to take home your colorful creation.
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August 6 – Kids Ice Cream Lab
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Explore the science (and taste!) of ice cream with fun experiments and sweet samples.
Important Info for Families:
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Open to children ages 3–12
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Parents/guardians must stay (1 adult per 2 children)
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Workshops are for kids only – adults are there to assist
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Limited spots available each week (most capped at 50 kids)
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Minimum of 10 participants needed per class
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No drop-offs and no refunds (events held rain or shine)
Let’s make this summer unforgettable—one workshop at a time!
- Price: Check out our events page to find your date for tickets! https://southmountaincreamery.com/visit/events/
- Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Freakier Friday is hitting the big screen.
We're celebrating the nostalgia with a Freakier Friday Fan First Screening on 8/6!
Ticket holders for this event will receive a FREE small popcorn.
This event is one night only, so grab your tickets before they're gone!
- Price: $8 /pp
- Time: 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
- Location: Warehouse Cinemas in Frederick
From clowns and magicians to Emmy-awarding winning musicians and puppeteers, the Summerfest Family Theatre has brought high-quality entertainment to Frederick youngsters for over sixteen years!
From a modest beginning highlighting three programs throughout the summer, the series has grown to feature seven, full-length performances by some of the most sought-after children’s performers in the region. Kids’ sensations Laurie Berkner and Milkshake have both been part of the series, exposing more children than ever to the magic of the performing arts.
This event is geared to entertain preschool and early elementary-aged children.
All performances are free to the public. In lieu of admission, the Summerfest Family Theatre Committee invites attendees to bring a canned food item to donate to the Frederick Food Bank. All donations can be brought to the Drees Homes Information Booth.
Rain Policy: Concert cancellations are rare but if needed will be announced on www.celebratefrederick.com.
There is no performance scheduled on July 3, 2025 as it conflicts with Frederick's 4th - An Independence Day Celebration.
- Price: Free
- Time: 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Baker Park Band Shell
The Dog Days of Summer are in full swing at Linganore! On select Fridays from May to September, join us on the lawn from 5-8PM when we host a variety of fantastic local animal rescues. Bring your two-legged and four-legged friends for a fun-filled evening at the winery – plus, when you make a purchase during Rescue Nights, 20% of the proceeds will be donated to the featured rescue.
While featured rescues are on select dates, the Lawn is always open to our furry friends. Join us every Friday night for live music, food trucks, and of course – wine!
- Price: Free
- Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Location: Linganore Winecellars
Join us on the farm for a Paint Party! Michelle Ford from Color Me Happy Art Studio will provide step-by-step instructions for painting a canvas that you can bring home as a one-of-a-kind decoration or a special gift. Never picked up a paintbrush? No worries! This event is perfect for first-time painters and more experienced artists alike!
Tickets are $40 per person plus taxes and fees. All supplies and instructions will be provided. Space is limited. Classes will be capped at 50 painters–reserve your seat today!
Price: $40 per person
Time: 11am-12pm
South Mountain Creamery
Come join us at Links Bridge on Sunday August 10 an afternoon of community effort to remove old tires and other debris from a section of the Monocacy River. We will have a food truck and music down on the bank of the Monocacy. Dōp Pizza will be making wood fired gourmet pizzas, and Vinyl Fever will be “rocking the river” to celebrate the day.
The young and the brave can wade down the river in search of old tires and other trash. If you have a canoe or kayak, you’re welcome to bring it along, as it will be useful for finding and moving tires. If you plan to be a tire hunter, make sure to wear water clothes and shoes.
If you don’t plan to join the hunt, we’d love to have you here anyway. You’re welcome to come, watch, and enjoy the food, wine, and music. Kids will love the excitement and the invitation to get wet. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a leash.
Bring chairs or a blanket to sit in the shade on the grass.
There is no charge to attend, but please RSVP by phone (301-602-5733) if you’d like to come so we can prepare. RSVP early to reserve a parking space near the river.
- Price: Free
- Time: 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
- Location: Links Bridge Vineyards
Get ready for a night to remember (or not, depending on how much wine you drink) with our new series of events - Night at the Museum! From May to October, we're throwing a monthly shindig featuring wine, cheese, and crackers (because priorities), plus some quality time with our staff and a sneak peek at a super special artifact that Curator Amy Hunt has pulled out just for you! It's a VIP museum experience, minus the hefty price tag. Come for the culture, stay for the new museum BFFs you'll make!
Price: $20 per person
Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm
Museum of Frederick County
24 E Church St
Vintage Vehicles in the Valley is Middletown’s salute to transportation ingenuity.
The event showcases:
- cars that ran on the Old National Road before it was paved
- beautiful curvy shapes and pastel colors of the 1950s
- pedal-to-the-metal cars of the 1970s
- trucks, tractors that reflect the agricultural heritage of our town
- motorcycles and specialty use vehicles that traversed our Main Street for commerce and pleasure
Not only does this car show attract a wide variety of vehicles to admire, there are specialty vendors, live music, and activities for kids – including a tricycle and bicycle path for the youngest drivers in your family – and a chance to win a brand-new tricycle and bicycle!
GETTING HERE
Vintage Vehicles event will be located along West Green Street.
We suggest using this address to enter into your GPS to get to the event: More Ice Cream at 13 West Main Street, Middletown, MD 21769.
From Main Street, turn north onto Garage Drive by the antique car that will be in the yard at More Ice Cream. We’ll have friendly folks stationed up Garage Drive to direct you.
VISITOR PARKING
Elm Street Municipal Lot, 123 Elm Street, Middletown, MD 21769
East Green Street Parking Lot, 102 East Green Street, Middletown, MD 21769
- Price: Free
- Time: 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM
- Location: Main Street Middletown
Please join the Frederick County Corvette Club at The 35th Annual Corvettes at Westridge on Saturday, September 6!
This is a free show with...Dash Plaques, Door Prizes, Goodie Bags and Awards.
Donations will be accepted to benefit St. Jude Children's Hospital
(Rain Date - Sunday, September 7)
- Price: Free - by donation
- Time: 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM
- Location: 1005 W Patrick St in Frederick
Enjoy a beautiful, guided paddle on a 6-mile stretch of the Potomac River where Great Blue Herons and other wildlife are often spotted. Continue your journey and partake in a craft beer tasting at Smoketown Brewing Station after your kayaking trip.
Enjoy a flight of tasty beer in an upbeat environment, with seating available in the tasting room or the outside patio. Tour behind the glass wall and speak to the brewery team about Smoketown's hand-crafted beer. Trip includes a tasty flight and personal pizza. Add on to a great day with Smoketown's delicious food selections like their "Apps 'n Snacks," paninis, and dessert.
Groups of 10 or more can book custom dates.
- Price: $98 per person, plus taxes and fees
- Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
40 Canal Rd.
Brunswick, MD 21716
