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PRESENTS A YEAR OF EVENTS BEYOND THE GARDEN GATES GARDEN TOUR May 20 & 21 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Sunday Evenings June, July & August SUMMERFEST FAMILY THEATRE Thursday Mornings June, July & August FREDERICK S 4TH AN INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION July 4 FREDERICK WINE FESTIVAL August 5 IN THE STREET September 9 THE HOLIDAYS IN HISTORIC FREDERICK November & December FOR MORE INFO 301-600-CITY (2489) www.celebratefrederick.com Celebrate Frederick @celebratefrederick # @CelebrateFred celebratefrederick THE FREDERICK MARRIOTT CAMPUS - WESTVIEW DRIVE COURTYARD MARRIOTT - marriott.com/wasfd 301-631-9030 FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES MARRIOTT - marriott.com/wasfr 301-631-2000 RESIDENCE INN MARRIOTT - marriott.com/wasrf 301-360-0010 TOWNEPLACE SUITES MARRIOTT - marriott.com/wasft 301-624-0050 LOCALLY OPERATED BY PLAMONDON HOSPITALITY PARTNERS
WELCOME to Frederick County During the spring, summer and fall seasons, opportunities abound to celebrate nature in all its glory. Explore the great outdoors with reckless abandon in the northern region of our county, well-known for its dazzling 78-foot cascading waterfall, the peaceful serenity of one of the oldest grottoes in the western hemisphere and the quiet, soothing elegance of luxury log cabins. Brilliant fall foliage adds a colorful backdrop for the countless events and harvest festivals that fill the season. Enjoy a relaxing getaway to Frederick County, Maryland and you ll soon discover that threads of our rich past are woven through to our present. The historic sites and museums of Frederick County provide visitors with a living reminder of our colorful heritage. BEGIN YOUR VISIT Welcome! Begin your visit at The Frederick Visitor Center at 151 S East Street in historic Downtown Frederick (301-600-4047) or at one of Frederick County s Information Centers: I-70 East (301-293-4172) and West (301-293-8435) at South Mountain, US15 South at the Mason-Dixon Welcome Center (301-447-3719) or Catoctin Mountain Park Visitor Center (seasonal hours: 301-271-3285). At these centers you can get up-to-date information on events, historic attractions, shopping, dining, accommodations and much more. www.visitfrederick.org 1
GUIDED DOWNTOWN WALKING TOURS Heritage Frederick Walking Tours Heritage Frederick walking tours begin at the Museum of Frederick County History, 24 E Church St. Frederick 21701 301-663-1188 www.frederickhistory.org Historic Downtown Frederick Walking Tour Explore some of the city s outstanding sites, people and events through a guided tour of Downtown Frederick. 3rd, 4th, and 5th Sat 11am; Sun 1:30pm. $ April October. Civil War Walking Tour First Saturday of the month 11am. $ April October. Art & Architecture Walking Tour 2nd Saturday of the month. 11am. $ April October. Drunk & Disorderly: Frederick in the Civil War 4th Saturday of the month. 7pm. $ April September. Murder and Mayhem Tour October 7, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28. 7pm. $ African-American History Walking Tour May 20, June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16 11am. $ This Heritage Frederick walking tour starts at the Roger Brooke Taney House 121 S Bentz St. Frederick 21701 2 www.visitfrederick.org National Museum of Civil War Medicine Walking Tours NMCWM will offer walking tours on First Saturday from May October at 3pm. $ Pay what you please. 48 E Patrick St. Frederick 21701 301-695-1864 www.civilwarmed.org Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick Maryland Heritage Tours offers a variety of options, including: Candlelight Ghost Tours, historic Mount Olivet Cemetery Tours, and Civil War Discovery Tours, both day and evening. Regularly scheduled tours and private group tours are available year-round. $ 301-668-8922 www.marylandghosttours.com A TASTE OF FREDERICK COUNTY Wineries, Breweries & Distilleries www.homegrownfrederick.com/ craft-beverages Distillery Lane Ciderworks Self-guided tours are available. 5533 Gapland Rd. Jefferson 21755 $ 301-834-8920 www.distillerylaneciderworks.com Flying Dog Brewery Tours offered Thursday Saturday. 4607 Wedgewood Blvd. Frederick 21703 301-694-7899 www.flyingdogbrewery.com Frederick Wine Trail Travel historic roads leading to vintage destinations on the Frederick Wine Trail. Enjoy yearround events, tastings and tours. www.frederickwinetrail.com Monocacy Brewing Company Tours offered the 3rd Saturday of every month. 1781 N Market St. Frederick 21701 240-457-4232 www.monocacybrewing.com Taste Frederick Food Tours Embark on a 3-hour guided walking tour and culinary adventure through historic Downtown Frederick. Wednesday Sunday, March November. $ 800-979-3370 www.tastefrederickfoodtours.com
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TOUR THE GREAT OUTDOORS Guided tours with professional outfitters. Rafting, tubing, kayaking, cross-country skiing, hiking, rock climbing, wilderness skills, orienteering, family adventures, corporate development, bike rentals for C&O Canal trips and guided tours with historians are all available. River & Trail Outfitters 301-834-9950 or 888-446-7529 $ www.rivertrail.com Harpers Ferry Adventure Center 877-723-8284 $ www.hfadventurecenter.com Cunningham Falls State Park 301-271-7574 dnr2.maryland. gov/publiclands/pages/western/ cunningham.aspx Catoctin Mountain Park 301-663-9388 www.nps.gov/cato Frederick County Parks and Recreation 301-600-1646 www.recreater.com SELF-GUIDED TOURS Brochures for these free self-guided tours are available at the Frederick Visitor Center 151 S East St. Frederick 21701 or at www.visitfrederick.org. Downtown Frederick Walking Tour Take the self-guided walking tour in our Visitor Guide. African-American Heritage Sites Walking Tour Covered Bridges Driving Tour Francis Scott Key s Frederick Tour Heritage Bicycle Tours APPS FOR EXPLORING For a unique way to get more information at your fingertips, try one of these great apps. Frederick Walking Tour This FREE app features a documentary style presentation of Frederick s rich history to be enjoyed on foot or at home. Maryland Civil War Trails This FREE app is the ultimate travel guide and planning tool for Maryland s Civil War Trails.. Destination Frederick County Visitor Guide This FREE app is a clickable version of Visit Frederick, the official Visitor Guide of Frederick County, MD, and includes links and special in-app only content. To learn more and to download, visit www.visitfrederick.org/apps. www.visitfrederick.org 5
Family Festival @ the farm a self-guided farm adventure ONE WEEKEND ONLY Sat., Oct. 21 10am-4pm Sun., Oct. 22 12-4pm Enjoy Frederick s finest farms, hands-on activities for kids, displays, demonstrations, and farm fresh products for sale 301-600-1058 www.homegrownfrederick.com 6 www.visitfrederick.org
CALENDAR of Events APRIL 1 APRIL FIRST SATURDAY Enjoy late night shopping, dining, gallery openings and live music. 5 9pm. Downtown Frederick Historic District 21701 301-698-8118 www.downtownfrederick.org APRIL 2 FLYING DOG UNIVERSITY: BEER GEEK TOUR In-depth look at the brewing process, fermentation, yeast management, quality control and packaging. Taste new releases, pilot batches and vintage beer. 11:30am 1:30pm & 3 5pm. Flying Dog Brewery 4607 Wedgewood Blvd. Frederick 21703 $ 301-694-7899 www.flyingdoguniversity.com APRIL 6 THE QUEBE SISTERS The heart of Texas comes to Frederick when these triple-threat fiddle champions storm the stage in sweet harmony. 7:30pm. Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W Patrick St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-600-2868 www.weinbergcenter.org APRIL 6 9 CAROLINA MUDCATS Fireworks on Friday! Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium 21 Stadium Dr. Frederick 21703 $ 301-662-0013 www.frederickkeys.com APRIL 8 FERMENTED FUN Experience craft brews at three breweries! 12:30pm. Bus trip begins and ends at the Hampton Inn 5311 Buckeystown Pike Frederick 21701 $ 301-834-9950 www.rivertrail.com/package/brewerytour-tastings APRIL 8 PIANO BATTLE Two pianists. Six rounds. You be the judge! 8pm. Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W Patrick St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-600-2868 www.weinbergcenter.org www.visitfrederick.org 7
APRIL 8 9 & 15 WALKERSVILLE SOUTHERN RAILROAD BUNNY TRAINS Visit with the Bunny on the train! 11am, 1 & 3pm. Walkersville Southern Railroad 34 W Pennsylvania Ave. Walkersville 21793 $ 301-898-0899 www.wsrr.org APRIL 10 12 POTOMAC NATIONALS APRIL 13 MIDDLETOWN TOWN TALKS: A 250TH COMMEMORATIVE EVENT Explore the fascinating history of the National Road. Antique cars parked on Main St., weather permitting. 6:30 8:30pm. Town Hall 31 W Main St. Middletown 21769 301-371-6171 www.mainstreetmiddletown.org APRIL 14 GOOD FRIDAY STATIONS OF THE CROSS All are welcome to commemorate the last hours of Jesus life before his death on the cross.12pm. National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton 339 S Seton Ave. Emmitsburg 21727 301-447-6004 www.setonshrine.org APRIL 15 EGG ROLL AT ROSE HILL MANOR Bring your basket! Egg rolls, pony rides, hay rides, face painting, inflatables, and the Easter Bunny! 10am 4pm. Rose Hill Manor Park & Museums 1611 N Market St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-600-2743 www.recreater.com APRIL 15 EGG-CITEMENT AT WESTVIEW Hunt for candy and toys and take photos with the Easter Bunny! 11am 2pm. Westview Promenade 5243 Buckeystown Pike Frederick 21701 443-613-8709 www.shopwestview.com APRIL 15 EASTER BUNNY BREAKFAST AND EGG HUNT Photos, face painting, and crafts. Breakfast 8am. Egg hunt follows. Adventure Park USA 11113 W Baldwin Rd. Monrovia 21770 $ 301-865-6800 www.adventureparkusa.com APRIL 20 23 SALEM RED SOX Fireworks on Friday! Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium 21 Stadium Dr. Frederick 21703 $ 301-662-0013 www.frederickkeys.com APRIL 22 NATURE FEST AT CATOCTIN CREEK PARK Celebrate Earth Day with live animal presentations, nature walks, exhibits, campfire activities, kids crafts, silent auction, and park conservation projects.10am 2pm. Catoctin Creek Park 2929 Sumantown Rd. Middletown 21769 301-600-2050 www.recreater.com APRIL 22 FREDERICK CRAFT SPIRITS FESTIVAL Maryland s only official distillery festival. A Frederick News-Post event. 200 East Art Haus (Old FNP building) 200 E Patrick St. Frederick 21701 $ 240-215-8569 frederickspiritsfestival.com 8 www.visitfrederick.org
APRIL 22 BLUEGRASS, BREW, & BBQ FESTIVAL Maryland craft beer, bluegrass music, and vendors. 11am 6pm. Red Shedman Farm Brewery 13601 Glissans Mill Rd. Mt. Airy 21771 $ 301-831-5889 www.redshedman.com/events APRIL 23 CAR, TRUCK AND MOTORCYCLE SUPER SHOW Hundreds of vehicles, outdoor rides and attractions. 12 4pm. Adventure Park USA 11113 W Baldwin Rd. Monrovia 21770 $ 301-865-6800 www.adventureparkusa.com APRIL 26 FLYING DOG FILM SERIES: BULL DURHAM The Flying Dog Movie Series features cult classics and craft beers. Happy hour begins at 6:30pm prior to each screening. 7:30pm. Rated R. Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W Patrick St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-600-2868 www.weinbergcenter.org/bull-durham APRIL 28 30 CAROLINA MUDCATS Fireworks on Friday! Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium 21 Stadium Dr. Frederick 21703 $ 301-662-0013 www.frederickkeys.com APRIL 29 CHILDREN S FESTIVAL Hands-on activities and entertainment for children while parents learn more about local early childhood programs and services. 10am 3pm. Baker Park Bandshell. 121 N Bentz St. Frederick 21701 301-662-4549 www.childcarechoices.info APRIL 29 FISHING RODEO Anglers 15 years and under, accompanied by an adult. Bring tackle and bait. Registration required. 301-293-4170. 9am. Gambrill State Park 8002 Gambrill Park Rd. Frederick 21702 $ 301-293-4170 www.cunninghamgambrill.org APRIL 29 30 SPRING FESTIVAL AT ROSE HILL MANOR Exhibits, hayrides, animals, food, crafts, children s hands-on crafts, games & family activities. Saturday morning tractor pull. Carriage museum, hayrides, crafts, games and Manor House tours. 10am 4pm. Rose Hill Manor Park & Museums 1611 N Market St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-600-1650 www.rosehillmuseum.com MAY MAY 1 3 MYRTLE BEACH PELICANS MAY 4 ZORÁ STRING QUARTET Cello, violin, and viola. 7:30pm. Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W Patrick St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-600-2868 www.weinbergcenter.org MAY 5 PETE SEEGER: THE STORM KING GRAMMY award-winner Jeff Haynes sets Seeger s stories, lyrics, and voice to live music and video. 8pm. Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W Patrick St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-600-2868 www.weinbergcenter.org MAY 6 FIRST SATURDAY MAYFEST! Celebrate all things Spring with Mayfest! Enjoy late night shopping, dining, gallery openings and live music. 10am 9pm. Downtown Frederick Historic District 21701 301-698-8118 www.downtownfrederick.org www.visitfrederick.org 9
MAY 6 WALKERSVILLE SOUTHERN RAILROAD OPENING DAY Locomotives on display. Train videos in the museum. Diesel switching engine cab rides every 30 minutes from 9am 1pm. Regular rides 11am & 2pm. Walkersville Southern Railroad 34 W Pennsylvania Ave. Walkersville 21793 $ 301-898-0899 www.wsrr.org MAY 6 FERMENTED FUN See April 8. MAY 6 LIVE MUSIC AT THE CATOCTIN BREEZE VINEYARD Enjoy award-winning wines while listening to live music by David Davol. 2 5pm. Catoctin Breeze Vineyard 15010 Roddy Rd. Thurmont 21788 240-449-0677 www.catoctinbreeze.com/events MAY 6 7 FREDERICK RUNNING FESTIVAL 5K, Kids Fun Run and Health & Fitness Expo Saturday; Half-marathon and two-person relay Sunday. Frederick Fairgrounds 797 E Patrick St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-471-0744 www.corrigansports.com MAY 6 7 SPRING IN THE VILLAGE/ART AT THE FURNACE Juried arts and crafts festival that benefits restoration of the village s historic structures. Art, crafts, flowers, heirloom plants and herbs, wine, children s activities, tours, demonstrations, music & food. Sat 10am 5pm; Sun 12 5pm. Historic Village of Catoctin Furnace 12610 Catoctin Furnace Rd. Thurmont 21788 301-271-7574 www.catoctinfurnace.org MAY 6 7 SARAH S GARDEN SOCIAL AT HARRIET CHAPEL Traditional acoustic music, flowering plants, beekeeping demonstrations and crafts. Sat 9am 3pm (Blessing of the animals 12pm); Sun 12 3pm (Blessing of the bikes 12pm). Harriet Chapel 12625 Catoctin Furnace Rd. Thurmont 21788 301-271-4554 www.harrietchapel.com MAY 7 MAY CROWNING Following the 12pm Mass, join us for the floral crowning of the 25-foot tall statue of Mary that sits atop a 95 foot tower. 1pm. National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes 16330 Grotto Rd. Emmitsburg 21727 301-447-5484 www.nsgrotto.org/ spiritual-activities.html MAY 7 SHAUN TIRRELL AND ERIC HIMY, PIANISTS International concert pianists Shaun Tirrell and Eric Himy will raise the roof on Calvary s sanctuary as they duel on two concert pianos. 3 4:30pm. Calvary United Methodist Church 131 W 2nd St. Frederick 21701 301-662-1464 www.calvaryumc.org/concerts MAY 7 FLYING DOG UNIVERSITY: BEER GEEK TOUR See April 2. MAY 9 11 DOWN EAST WOOD DUCKS 10 www.visitfrederick.org
MAY 11, 18 & 25 ALIVE @ 5! Happy hour on the creek with live music! 21 and up. 5 8pm. Carroll Creek Amphitheater Frederick 21701 $ 301-698-8118 www.downtownfrederick.org MAY 12 ART & WINE STROLL Meet local artists, sip wine samplings, listen to local music. East Main and Water Sts. Thurmont 21788 240-626-9980 www.thurmontmainstreet.com MAY 13 MID-MARYLAND CELTIC FESTIVAL Highland games, Celtic rock, traditional music, and bagpipes. 9am 6pm. Mt. Airy Fire Department Carnival Grounds 1003 Twin Arch Rd. Mt. Airy 21771 $ 240-818-8283 www.midmarylandcelticfestival.com MAY 13 MARYLAND CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL More than 25 Maryland brewing companies and 175+ unique, local beers. Bluegrass/Americana/folk music, art and vendors. 1:30 5pm. $ Carroll Creek Park 44 S Market St. Frederick 21701 410-252-9463 www.mdcraftbeerfestival.com MAY 13 NATIONAL HERB DAY AT SCHIFFERSTADT A celebration of the benefits and versatility of herbs. Make herbal salves, lotions, and teas. Learn about plants in the Heritage Garden. 11:30am 3pm. Schifferstadt Architectural Museum 1110 Rosemont Ave. Frederick 21701 301-663-3885 www.fredericklandmarks.org MAY 13 BARK IN THE PARK Off-leash areas, agility course, fashion show and adoption opportunites. 10am 2pm. Utica District Park 10200-B Old Frederick Rd. Frederick 21701 $ 301-600-2936 www.recreater.com MAY 17 WEDNESDAYS AT WESTVIEW Free concerts on the Promenade. Third Wednesday of the month from May Sept. 6 8pm. Westview Promenade 5243 Buckeystown Pike Frederick 21701 443-613-8709 www.shopwestview.com 339 S. Seton Ave. Emmitsburg, MD 21727 301.447.6606 Free tours daily, 10am-3pm Free museum, visitor center & movie about Elizabeth Ann Seton s life For upcoming events, visit setonshrine.org. THE NATIONAL SHRINE OF SAINT ELIZABETH ANN SETON www.visitfrederick.org 11
MAY 17 21 STS. PETER & PAUL SPRING GREEK FESTIVAL Celebrate Greek customs, authentic cuisine, live music, and traditional dance. Greek art, jewelry, books, and religious icons for sale.11am 8pm. Sts. Peter & Paul Greek Orthodox Church 920 W 7th St. Frederick 21701 301-663-0663 www.stspeterpaul.net MAY 19 21 THE THING A Frederick News-Post event. Local bands in Downtown Frederick 21701 $ 240-215-8569 www.thething.rocks MAY 19 22 WILMINGTON BLUE ROCKS Fireworks Friday & Saturday! MAY 20 MIDDLETOWN TOWN TALKS: A 250TH COMMEMORATIVE EVENT Stroll through historic Middletown with local architectural historians and a Senior Architectural Historian from the National Park Service. 11am. Town Hall 31 W Main St. Middletown 21769 301-371-6171 www.mainstreetmiddletown.org MAY 20 LIVE IT UP AT THE DELAPLAINE An artful evening of great music, fabulous cuisine, open bar, and more! 7 11pm. The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center 40 S Carroll St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-698-0656 www.delaplaine.org MAY 20 MT. AIRY SPRING FESTIVAL Crafters, vendors, kids park, entertainment.10am 6pm. Mt. Airy Carnival Grounds 1008 Twin Arch Rd. Mt. Airy 21771 301-829-2112 www.mtairylions.com 12 www.visitfrederick.org MAY 20 21 THE FREDERICK COIN & CURRENCY SHOW More than 30 dealers buy and sell old and new U.S. and World coins and currency. Free appraisals. Sat 9am 6pm; Sun 9am 4pm. Frederick Elks Club 289 Willowdale Dr. Frederick 21702 443-623-7025 www.coinshows.com MAY 20 21 BEYOND THE GARDEN GATES GARDEN TOUR Unique self-guided tour featuring public and private gardens. Live musicians and plein air artists. 1 5pm. Downtown Frederick Hospitality Center 101 N Court St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-600-2844 www.celebratefrederick.com/events/ garden-tour MAY 20 21 THE FREDERICK CHORALE PRESENTS AMERICAN VOICES American secular music and traditional folk songs. Sat 8pm; Sun 3pm. Evangelical Reformed United Church of Christ 15 W Church St. Frederick 21701 301-788-7005 www.frederickchorale.org MAY 20 21 & 27 29 STEAM TRAIN EXCURSIONS Experience the exciting sights, smells, and sounds of steam trains.11am, 1pm & 3pm. Walkersville Southern Railroad 34 W Pennsylvania Ave. Walkersville 21793 $ 301-898-0899 www.wsrr.org MAY 21 MARYLAND ENDURANCE CHALLENGE 3, 6 & 12-hour timed bike rides over pristine roads in scenic northern Frederick County. Benefits SHIP. 7am 7pm. Mount St. Mary s University 16300 Old Emmitsburg Rd. Emmitsburg 21727 $ 240-415-8971 www.mdendurancechallenge.com MAY 24 FLYING DOG FILM SERIES: HAPPY GILMORE See April 26. www.weinbergcenter.org/happygilmore MAY 26 29 BUIES CREEK ASTROS Fireworks Friday & Saturday!
MAY 27 29 LAST FULL MEASURE OF DEVOTION The National Park Service honors the casualties of the Battle of the Monocacy with 2,200 flags. 9am 4pm. Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center 5201 Urbana Pike Frederick 21704 301-662-3515 www.nps.gov/mono MAY 28 A WALK THROUGH HISTORY Take a stroll through Memorial Park; learn about Memorial Day, the creation of the park, the history of the monuments, and the wars the stones represent. 10am. Memorial Park 2nd and Bentz Sts. Frederick 21701 301-694-0829 MAY 29 HAND ON THE THROTTLE Hands-on experience inside a coalfired steam locomotive with an experienced engineer. 18 & up with valid driver s license. Reservations and protective clothing required. Every 30 minutes 8 9:30am. Walkersville Southern Railroad 34 W Pennsylvania Ave. Walkersville 21793 $ 301-898-0899 www.wsrr.org JUNE JUNE 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 ALIVE @ 5! See May 11. JUNE 2 MID-MARYLAND SPORT & FITNESS EXPO A Frederick News-Post event. Frederick Indoor Sports Center 1845 Brookfield Ct. Frederick 21701 $ 240-215-8569 www.fnp.events JUNE 2 4 FREDERICK FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS Juried art; more than 120 national artists. Fri 7 9pm; Sat 10am 6pm; Sun 11am 5pm. Carroll Creek Park 100 S East St. Frederick 21701 301-662-4190 www.frederickartscouncil.org/ programs/festival-of-the-arts JUNE 3 FIRST SATURDAY Enjoy late night shopping, dining, gallery openings and live music while enjoying our local art and murals. 5 9pm. Downtown Frederick Historic District 21701 301-698-8118 www.downtownfrederick.org JUNE 3 4 STEAM TRAIN EXCURSIONS See May 20. JUNE 4 6 POTOMAC NATIONALS Fireworks Sunday! Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium 21 Stadium Dr. Frederick 21703 $ 301-662-0013 www.frederickkeys.com JUNE 10 BARNSTORMERS TOUR Self-guided tour to explore barns and their importance to Frederick s agricultural heritage.10am 4pm. Private farms in Frederick County $ 301-663-3885 www.fredericklandmarks.org www.visitfrederick.org 13
JUNE 10 GREAT DEADMAN S DOWN HILL RUN The fastest mile you may ever run! Ride the hay wagon up to the start. Finish with a homemade ice cream sundae. Register at Square Corner Park 3:30pm; 1st race 5pm. Square Corner Park 1 E Potomac St. Brunswick 21716 $ 301-834-7500 www.brunswickmainstreet.org JUNE 10 MIDDLETOWN TOWN TALKS: A 250TH COMMEMORATIVE EVENT Try your hand at milking a cow, enjoy fresh ice cream and listen to Middletown farmers talk about the agricultural history of the beautiful Middletown Valley. 10am 12pm. South Mountain Creamery 8305 Bolivar Rd. Middletown 21769 301-371-6171 www.mainstreetmiddletown.org JUNE 10 11 FIBER FEST Local yarn dyers and spinners, animal displays, fiber products. Sat 10am 4pm; Sun 11am 3pm. The Frederick News-Post 351 Ballenger Center Dr. Frederick 21703 240-215-8569 www.frederickfiberfest.com JUNE 11, 18 & 25 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES IN BAKER PARK Free Sunday night concerts in Baker Park! Canned donations benefit the Frederick Food Bank. 7 8:30pm Baker Park Bandshell 121 N Bentz St. Frederick 21701 301-600-2844 www.celebratefrederick.com/events/ summer-concert-series JUNE 15 18 LYNCHBURG HILLCATS Fireworks Friday & Saurday! JUNE 16 MOVIE NIGHT ON THE CREEK Movie Night, outdoor theater style! Bring a blanket and a lawn chair. 7pm. Carroll Creek Amphitheater Frederick 21701 301-698-8118 www.downtownfrederick.org JUNE 17 FRONTIER DAY AT SCHIFFERSTADT Interpreters describe settler life near Fredericktown in the 18th century. House, museum and garden tours with a scavenger hunt. 11am 4pm. Schifferstadt Architectural Museum 1110 Rosemont Ave. Frederick 21701 301-663-3885 www.fredericklandmarks.org JUNE 17 18 MARYLAND LAVENDER FESTIVAL AT SPRINGFIELD MANOR Live music, vendors, fresh & dried lavender and herbs. Sample wines and Lavender Gin (21+). 9am 4pm. Springfield Manor Winery & Distillery 11836 Auburn Rd. Thurmont 21788 $ 301-271-0099 www.springfieldmanor.com JUNE 21 WEDNESDAYS AT WESTVIEW See May 17. JUNE 23 24 CAMARO NATIONALS More than 400 Camaros from more than 25 states on display. 8am 4pm. Frederick Fairgrounds 797 E Patrick St. Frederick 21701 $ 410-218-7007 www.camaronationals.org JUNE 23 24 FREDERICK FILM FESTIVAL The art of film. Fri 2pm; Sat 10am. Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W Patrick St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-600-2868 www.weinbergcenter.org JUNE 24 25 FINE ART AND WINE FESTIVAL First year! 11am 6pm. Linganore Winecellars 13601 Glissans Mill Rd. Mt. Airy 21771 $ 301-831-5889 www.linganorewines.com 14 www.visitfrederick.org
JUNE 26 29 WILMINGTON BLUE ROCKS JUNE 28 FLYING DOG FILM SERIES: TOP GUN See April 26. www.weinbergcenter.org/top-gun JUNE 29 SUMMERFEST FAMILY THEATRE Just for kids! Comedy, music, dance and more! Canned donations benefit the Frederick Food Bank.10 10:45am. Baker Park Bandshell 121 N Bentz St. Frederick 21701 301-600-2844 www.celebratefrederick.com/events/ summerfest-family-theatre JUNE 30 LYNCHBURG HILLCATS Fireworks! Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium 21 Stadium Dr. Frederick 21703 $ 301-662-0013 www.frederickkeys.com JULY JULY 1 FIRST SATURDAY Dress up your dog and join the Pooch Parade! Enjoy late night shopping, dining, gallery openings and live music. 5 9pm. Downtown Frederick Historic District 21701 301-698-8118 www.downtownfrederick.org JULY 1 ELK RUN FAME FESTIVAL Fame weekend with 12 performers in support of Frederick Acoustic Music Enterprise. Wines matched with appetizers. 12 6pm. Elk Run Vineyards 15113 Liberty Rd. Mt. Airy 21771 $ 410-775-2513 www.elkrun.com JULY 1 3 LYNCHBURG HILLCATS Fireworks Saturday & Sunday! JULY 4 FREDERICK S 4TH AN INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION Volleyball tournament, PB&J tent, live entertainment, bath tub races at Culler Lake, fireworks in Baker Park. 12pm dusk. Baker Park 121 N Bentz St. Frederick 21701 301-600-2844 www.celebratefrederick.com/events/ fredericks-fourth JULY 4 THE BARBARA FRITCHIE CLASSIC This motorcycle race is in its 96th year and is the oldest running dirt track race in America! 10am 5pm. Frederick Fairgrounds 797 E Patrick St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-788-5173 www.barbarafritchieclassic.com JULY 6, 13, 20 & 27 SUMMERFEST FAMILY THEATRE See June 29. JULY 6,13, 20 & 27 ALIVE @ 5! See May 11. www.visitfrederick.org 15
JULY 7 10 MYRTLE BEACH PELICANS Fireworks Friday Sunday! JULY 9, 16, 23 & 30 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES IN BAKER PARK See June 11. JULY 15 &16 SUMMER REGGAE FESTIVAL Sample wines and enjoy live bands, tours, arts & crafts. 11am 6pm. Linganore Winecellars 13601 Glissans Mill Rd. Mt. Airy 21771 $ 301-831-5889 www.linganorewines.com JULY 19 WEDNESDAYS AT WESTVIEW See May 17. JULY 20 23 WILMINGTON BLUE ROCKS Fireworks Friday & Saturday! JULY 21 MOVIE NIGHT ON THE CREEK See June 16. JULY 31 MYRTLE BEACH PELICANS AUGUST AUGUST 1 2 MYRTLE BEACH PELICANS AUGUST 3 & 10 SUMMERFEST FAMILY THEATRE See June 29. AUGUST 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 ALIVE @ 5! See May 11. AUGUST 5 FIRST SATURDAY ART ATTACK Enjoy late night shopping, dining, gallery openings and live music with an ART theme this month! 5 9pm. Downtown Frederick Historic District 21701 301-698-8118 www.downtownfrederick.org AUGUST 5 FREDERICK WINE FESTIVAL 2nd annual Frederick Wine Festival! 11am 5pm VIP admission; 1 5pm general admission. Carroll Creek Park between Market and East Sts. Frederick 21701 $ 301-600-2844 www.celebratefrederick.com/events/ frederick-wine-festival AUGUST 6, 13, 20 & 27 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES IN BAKER PARK See June 11. 16 www.visitfrederick.org
AUGUST 8 10 WINSTON-SALEM DASH Fireworks Friday & Saturday! AUGUST 11 13 TOUR DE FREDERICK Cycling routes for all abilities and a finish line party too! Fri 4 6:30pm; Sat 5:30am 4:30pm; Sun 8 11am. Walkersville Volunteer Fire Hall 79 W Frederick St. Frederick 21793 $ 301-788-4393 www.tourdefrederick.com AUGUST 11 13 POTOMAC NATIONALS AUGUST 12 THE NATIONAL CLUSTERED SPIRES HIGH WHEEL RACE The Nation s only race of its kind! Knicker-wearing riders from all over the world will compete on 130+ year-old bicycles on a half-mile loop beginning at Brewer s Alley 124 N Market St. Frederick 21701 301-514-5127 www.highwheelrace.com AUGUST 12 13 TASTE OF LINGANORE Music, wine tastings, vendors. 11am 6pm. Linganore Winecellars 13601 Glissans Mill Rd. Mt. Airy 21771 $ 301-831-5889 www.linganorewines.com AUGUST 16 WEDNESDAYS AT WESTVIEW See May 17. AUGUST 18 MOVIE NIGHT ON THE CREEK See June 16. AUGUST 19 20 ANTIQUE CAR SHOW AND WORLD WAR II WEEKEND Antique car show on Sat 10am 3pm. Encamped soldier and civilian interpreters, living history demos, mini golf on Sun 11am 4pm. Rose Hill Manor Park & Museums 1611 N Market St. Frederick 21701 301-600-1650 www.rosehillmuseum.com AUGUST 22 24 WILMINGTON BLUE ROCKS AUGUST 26 POTOMAC STREET MILE Competitive running event for all ages. T-shirts, free ice cream and music. Youth 12 and under; teens 13-18; adults 19+. Registration opens at 8:30am; Fun Run at 10am; heats thereafter. Prizes awarded. Square Corner Park 1 E Potomac St. Brunswick 21716 $ 301-834-7500 www.brunswickmainstreet.org AUGUST 27 SAINT ELIZABETH ANN SETON S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Help us celebrate Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton s birthday! 1:30pm. National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton 339 S Seton Ave. Emmitsburg 21727 301-447-6004 www.setonshrine.org AUGUST 29 31 SALEM RED SOX SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 1 4 POTOMAC NATIONALS Fireworks Friday Sunday! SEPTEMBER 2 FIRST SATURDAY Shop local! Enjoy late night shopping, dining, gallery openings and live music with a focus on supporting local businesses. 5 9pm. Downtown Frederick Historic District 21701 301-698-8118 www.downtownfrederick.org www.visitfrederick.org 17
SEPTEMBER 2 ICE CREAM SOCIAL Ice cream and root beer floats in Heritage Garden. Old-fashioned crafts and games. Heritage Frederick 24 E Church St. Frederick 21701 301-663-1188 www.facebook.com/fredcohistory SEPTEMBER 7, 14 & 21 ALIVE @ 5! See May 11. SEPTEMBER 8 OCTOBER 31 FALL FUN FESTIVAL AT GAVER FARM Family fun on the farm! Daily, 10am 6pm. 5501 Detrick Rd. Mt. Airy 21771 $ 301-865-3515 www.gaverfarm.com SEPTEMBER 9 MARKET STREET MILE Kick off In The Street with this onemile run down Market Street! For beginners and experts alike. 8:45am. Registration and Starting Line at YMCA 1000 N Market St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-600-2844 www.celebratefrederick.com/events/ in-the-street/market-street-mile/ SEPTEMBER 9 IN THE STREET Nine blocks of themed fun, including areas highlighting children s activities, art, history, sports and more. Four stages of live entertainment and local food and brews! 11am 5pm. Downtown Frederick & Carroll Creek Park Frederick 21701 301-600-2844 www.celebratefrederick.com/events/ in-the-street SEPTEMBER 9 UP THE CREEK Special after-party follows the official close of In The Street. Live music. 21 and up. 5 9pm. Carroll Creek Amphitheater Frederick 21701 301-600-2844 www.celebratefrederick.com/events/ in-the-street/up-the-creek SEPTEMBER 15 MOVIE NIGHT ON THE CREEK See June 16. SEPTEMBER 15 23 THE GREAT FREDERICK FAIR 18,000 competitive exhibits. Livestock, home arts, farm & garden, 4-H/FFA, carnival rides and games. Premier showcase for agriculture and ag education. Fri 9/15 2 10pm; 9/16 9/23 9am 10pm. Frederick Fairgrounds 797 E Patrick St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-663-5895 www.thegreatfrederickfair.com SEPTEMBER 15 MIDDLETOWN TOWN TALKS: A 250TH COMMEMORATIVE EVENT Bring your Middletown memorabilia for a local expert to review its rarity. See the new Heritage Gallery in Town Hall. 6:30 8:30pm. Town Hall 31 W Main St. Middletown 21769 $ 301-371-6171 www.mainstreetmiddletown.org 18 www.visitfrederick.org
SEPTEMBER 17 GRAN FONDO MARYLAND Start and finish at the Frederick Visitor Center! Four timed sections include some of our North America s longest and most challenging competitive cycling terrain. 8am 5pm. Frederick Visitor Center 151 S East St.Frederick 21701 $ 240-415-8971 www.granfondonational championshipseries.com/frederick-md SEPTEMBER 20 WEDNESDAYS AT WESTVIEW See May 17. SEPTEMBER 29 30 FALL AT CRUMLAND FARMS Screamland Farms, Zombie Paintball, and Escape the Woodshed. Weekends at Crumland Farms 7612 Willow Rd. Frederick 21701 $ 301-845-8099 www.screamlandfarms.com SEPTEMBER 30 ART AT THE POINT Regional art, live music, silent auction and children s activities.10am 4pm. 3725 Clay St. Point of Rocks 21777 301-874-8448 www.pointofrocks.org/art SEPTEMBER 30 NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY AT MONOCACY BATTLEFIELD Help with the beautification project to continue preserving our natural and cultural resources for future generations. 9am 12pm. Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center 5201 Urbana Pike Frederick 21704 301-662-3515 www.nps.gov/mono SEPTEMBER 30 NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY AT GAMBRILL PARK Give back to your public land by joining a small crew for a morning of cleanup at Gambrill State Park. 9am 12pm. 8525 Gambrill Park Rd. Frederick 21702 301-293-4170 dnr2.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/ western/gambrill.aspx SEPTEMBER 30 OCTOBER 1 FREDERICK S OKTOBERFEST Celebrate in the style of the traditional German Volksfest (Folk festival). Authentic German cuisine and music. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Carroll Creek. Good Beer, No Schnitzel VIP event Fri 6 9pm. General admission Sat 11am 10pm; Sun 11am 6pm. Frederick Fairgrounds 797 E Patrick St. Frederick 21701 $ 240-599-0660 www.frederickoktoberfest.org OCTOBER OCTOBER 1 ANNUAL PILGRIMAGE FOR THE SEA SERVICES Honor Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, Patroness of Sea Services, and pay tribute to servicemen and women of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Merchant Marine, Coast Guard, and U.S. Public Health. 3pm. Basilica of The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton 339 S Seton Ave. Emmitsburg 21727 301-447-6004 www.setonshrine.org OCTOBER 1 TEA AT THE TEA ROOM Traditional tea service and beautiful fall scenery at one of Frederick s oldest gathering places. Reservations required. Gambrill State Park-High Knob Area 8346 High Knob Rd. Frederick 21702 $ 301-293-4170 www.cunninghamgambrill.org OCTOBER 1, 7 8, 14 15, 21 22 & 28 29 FALL FOLIAGE TRAIN RIDES Experience the beauty of autumn from the train! 11am & 2pm. Walkersville Southern Railroad 34 W Pennsylvania Ave. Walkersville 21793 $ 301-898-0899 www.wsrr.org www.visitfrederick.org 19
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OCTOBER 6 7, 13 14 & 27 28 FALL AT CRUMLAND FARMS See September 29. OCTOBER 7 FIRST SATURDAY SPIRITS OF THE SEASON! Enjoy late night shopping, dining, gallery openings, ghost tours, and live music. 5 9pm. Downtown Frederick Historic District 21701 301-698-8118 www.downtownfrederick.org OCTOBER 7 8 BRUNSWICK RAILROAD DAYS 2017 Model train exhibits, passenger train rides, kid s activities, pony rides, food, entertainment. 10am 5pm. 1 W Potomac St. Downtown Brunswick 21716 301-834-7500 www.brunswickmd.gov OCTOBER 7 WASHINGTON METRO DACHTOBERFEST Blessing of the animals, wiener races, costume parade and Woofminster Dog Show. 9am 4:30pm. Frederick Fairgrounds 797 E Patrick St. Bldgs. 13, 14, & 14A Frederick 21701 $ www.washingtonmetrodachtoberfest. org OCTOBER 7 MT. AIRY FALL FESTIVAL Crafters, vendors, kids park, entertainment.10am 5pm. Mt. Airy Carnival Grounds 1008 Twin Arch Rd. Mt. Airy 21771 301-829-2112 www.mtairylions.com OCTOBER 7 8 FALL FESTIVAL AT ROSE HILL MANOR Hayrides, farm exhibits, demos, animals, hands-on crafts, games. Saturday morning tractor pull. Sunday afternoon cake auction and kiddie pedal tractor pull. 10am 4pm. Rose Hill Manor Park & Museums 1611 N Market St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-600-1650 www.rosehillmuseum.com OCTOBER 7 8 EXPLORER S FESTIVAL Fresh and hard cider tastings, fresh apples, food pairings, orchard tours, and beekeeping demos. Distillery Lane Ciderworks 5533 Gapland Rd. Jefferson 21755 $ 240-344-8856 www.distillerylaneciderworks.com OCTOBER 7 8 AUTUMN REGGAE FESTIVAL Sample wines and enjoy live bands, tours, arts & crafts. 11am 6pm. Linganore Winecellars 13601 Glissans Mill Rd. Mt. Airy 21771 $ 301-831-5889 www.linganorewines.com OCTOBER 13 14, 20 21 & 27 28 BACK FROM THE DEAD CEMETERY WALK Inspiring dramatization; martyrs and saints come to life to tell their stories. 14 & up. 30-minute walks begin every 15 minutes 6:30 8:30pm. National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton 339 S Seton Ave. Emmitsburg 21727 $ 301-447-6004 www.setonshrine.org OCTOBER 13 14 FALL FEST AT CATOCTIN FURNACE Tour historic furnace and houses. See new exhibits in the Museum of the Ironworker, make a corncob doll, and enjoy apple cider and baked goods. Fri 12 4pm; Sat 10am 4pm. Catoctin Furnace at Cunningham Falls State Park 12625 Catoctin Furnace Rd. Thurmont 21788 $ 443-463-6437 www.catoctinfurnace.org OCTOBER 14 15 COLORFEST Nationally recognized juried artisan and craft show. 9am 5pm. Community Park Thurmont 21788 301-271-7533 www.thurmont.com/2236/colorfest OCTOBER 20 HALLOWEEN IN BAKER PARK Guided Halloween themed tours through Baker Park with Halloween characters and surprises. Trunk or treat, scary pool house, and bandshell entertainment. Pre-register. 6:30pm. Baker Park 121 N Bentz St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-600-1492 www.cityoffrederick.com OCTOBER 20 MOVIE NIGHT ON THE CREEK See June 16. www.visitfrederick.org 21
OCTOBER 21 SPIRITS OF THE FURNACE Guided tours through historic village with a seasonal twist. Volunteers will share stories based on local lore and historical events. Reservations required. 7pm 9pm. Catoctin Furnace at Cunningham Falls State Park 12610 Catoctin Furnace Rd. Thurmont 21788 $ 301-271-7574 www.catoctinfurnace.org OCTOBER 21 22 OKTOBERFEST AT SCHIFFERSTADT Traditional autumn festival on the grounds of a picturesque, historic German farmhouse. Juried arts and crafts, German food and drink, oompah band, and colonial history demonstrators. Sat 10am 5pm, Sun 12 5pm. Schifferstadt Architectural Museum 1110 Rosemont Ave. Frederick 21701 301-663-3885 www.fredericklandmarks.org OCTOBER 21 22 FAMILY FESTIVAL @ THE FARM Twenty farms open for self-guided tours. Sat 10am 4pm; Sun 12 4pm. Frederick 21701 301-600-1058 www.homegrownfrederick.com/ family-festival OCTOBER 27 TRICK OR TREAT THROUGH HISTORY Bring a bag to fill with goodies as you walk through the museum and literary history. Meet costumed characters from classic literature including Oz, Treasure Island, Anne of Green Gables, and more. 6:30 8:30pm. Rose Hill Manor Park & Museums 1611 N Market St. Frederick 21701 $ 301-600-2936 www.rosehillmuseum.com OCTOBER 28 HALLOWEEN IN DOWNTOWN FREDERICK Family-friendly Halloween activities! Come in costume, paint your own pumpkin, make a craft, and trickor-treat at more than 50 downtown businesses while supplies last! 10am 12pm. Downtown Frederick Patrick and Market Sts. Frederick 21701 301-698-8118 www.downtownfrederick.org OCTOBER 28 HALLOWEEN AT WESTVIEW PROMENADE Trick-or-treating (for 12 and under in costume), games, crafts, characters. 11am 2pm. Westview Promenade 5243 Buckeystown Pike Frederick 21701 443-613-8709 www.shopwestview.com OCTOBER 28 NOT SO SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY Wandering cartoon characters, photo ops, and trick-or-treating. 6:30 9:30pm. Adventure Park USA 11113 W Baldwin Rd. Monrovia 21770 $ 301-865-6800 www.adventureparkusa.com OCTOBER 29 FRIENDS 10K, 5K, FUN RUN AND TOT TROT Paved, timed 5K and 10K races. Family-friendly 1.4-mile Fun Run/ Walk and a Tot Trot. 8 11am. Cunningham Falls State Park, Houck Area 14039 Catoctin Hollow Rd. Thurmont 21788 $ 301-271-7574 www.runningahead.com/events/ Friends5K/2017-10-29 www.cunninghamgambrill.org/ Events.html 22 www.visitfrederick.org
FRESH FRUIT FOR BETTER HEALTH PICK YOUR OWN APPLES SAT. & SUN. SEPT. OCT. Seasonal Fruit & Berries APPLES PEACHES CHERRIES PEARS PLUMS APRICOTS BLACKBERRIES BLUEBERRIES GRAPES KIWI BERRIES APPLE CIDER OWNED AND OPERATED BY THE BLACK FAMILY U.S. Route 15, Thurmont, MD 15036 N. Franklinville Road 301-271-2737 www.catoctinmtorchard.com play shop eat FIRST SATURDAY The First Saturday of Every Month BRING A BROOM SATURDAY April 29 ALIVE @ FIVE Thursdays, May 11 Sept 28 MOVIE NIGHT ON THE CREEK June 16 July 21 August 18 September 15 October 20 HALLOWEEN IN DOWNTOWN FREDERICK October 28 CONNECT WITH US @DwntwnFrederick #GetItDowntown www.downtownfrederickpartnership.com www.visitfrederick.org 23
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ONGOING The Arts Carillon Recitals First and third Sunday of the month.12:30pm. Baker Park. Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center 8 exhibit galleries. Gift shop with handcrafted works by local artists. Art classes and workshops for all ages. 301-698-0656 www.delaplaine.org Frederick Community College Musical performances, theatre, lectures, and gallery shows. 301-846-2514 $ www.frederick.edu Frederick County Public Library Story times, lectures, book clubs, concerts & more. 301-600-1630 www.fcpl.org Frederick Symphony Orchestra 301-663-8476 $ www.fredericksymphony.org MAY 6: Romanian Rainbow JUNE 17 Forbidden Love Events The following sites offer special events throughout the year. Call for dates and times: The Fredericktowne Players Community theatre organization presenting three performances annually. 240-315-3855 $ www.fredericktowneplayers.org JULY 14 23: Hairspray SEPTEMBER 23 25 & OCTOBER 1 2: Babes in Arms Hood College Musical performances, guest speakers, and gallery shows. 301-696-3800 www.hood.edu Maryland Ensemble Theatre Regional theatre company presenting contemporary and original works, children s theatre peformances by The Fun Company, and improvisational and sketch comedy by The Comedy Pigs. $ 301-694-4744 www.marylandensemble.org APRIL 15 MAY 7: Peter and the Starcatcher MAY 26 JUNE 18: Fred s Diner APRIL 1 30: The Commedia Rapunzel 26 www.visitfrederick.org
MAY 20 JUNE 18: The Magnificent Mouse Detective Agency APRIL 21 22, 28 29, MAY 19 20, JUNE 3, 10 & 23: Comedy Pigs Other Voices Theatre Resident Theatre Company at The Performing Arts Factory. $ 301-662-3722 www.othervoicestheatre.com MAY 5 14: The All Night Strut AUGUST 4 13: The Secret Garden Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre & Children s Theatre An entertainment venue combining dining with live performances. Broadway-style shows and children s theatre productions. $ 301-662-6600 www.wayoffbroadway.com APRIL 1 JUNE 3: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang JUNE 23 AUGUST 19: Happy Days SEPTEMBER 8 OCTOBER 28: Sister Act MAY 6 JULY 22: Disney s Cinderella KIDS SEPTEMBER 16 OCTOBER 28: Madagascar A Musical Adventure Weinberg Center for the Arts 1926 restored movie palace presents professional dance, music and theatre. $ 301-600-2828 www.weinbergcenter.org Free backstage tours available: www.weinbergcenter.org/tour Outdoor Recreation Catoctin Mountain National Park Nature programs and more. 301-663-9388 www.nps.gov/cato Cunningham Falls State Park Interpretive nature programs including guided hikes. 301-271-7574 dnr2.maryland.gov/publiclands/ Pages/western/cunningham.aspx Frederick County Parks & Recreation 301-600-2936 www.recreater.com Surreybrooke A variety of programs in a beautiful garden setting. $ 301-371-7466 www.surreybrooke.com Sports Frederick Keys Class A Carolina league baseball. April September $ 301-662-0013 www.frederickkeys.com Historical Heritage Frederick Revolving exhibits, lectures and tours at the Museum of Frederick County History. $ 301-663-1188 www.frederickhistory.org Monocacy National Battlefield Interpretive programs. 301-662-3515 www.nps.gov/mono National Museum of Civil War Medicine Tours, interpretive events, musical performances, lectures, book signings and more. $ 301-695-1864 www.civilwarmed.org Rose Hill Manor Park & Museums Interpretive programs and exhibits for children and adults. $ 301-600-1650 www.rosehillmuseum.com FCPS Earth Space and Science Lab Planetarium shows throughout the year. $ 240-236-2694 https://education.fcps.org/essl Walkersville Southern Railroad Original station house, variety of excursion rides on vintage trains and cars, museum. 301-898-0899 www.wsrr.org www.visitfrederick.org 27
OPOSSUMTOWN PIKE THOMAS JOHNSON DR. 7TH ST. 15 MOTTER AVE. Carroll Creek W. 2ND ST. ROSEMONT AVE. W. COLLEGE TERR. COLLEGE AVE. DILL AVE. CARROLL PKWY. BENTZ ST. COURT ST. 40 70 JEFFERSON ST. W. PATRICK ST. SOUTH ST. 15 340 270 Parking Visitor Center One Way Street Baker Park Schifferstadt Architectural Museum National Museum of Civil War Medicine Barbara Fritchie House Heritage Frederick/ Museum of Frederick County History Community Bridge Mural
MARKET ST. 7TH ST. 6TH ST. 5TH ST. 4TH ST. 3RD ST. 2ND ST. MAXWELL ALLEY CHAPEL ALLEY CHURCH ST. E. PATRICK ST. EAST ST. To Frederick Fairgounds ALL SAINTS ST. CLARKE PL. SOUTH ST. MARC Train Station 70 RT. 85 RT. 355 EMMITSBURG 15 THURMONT 15 340 MYERSVILLE 70 BRUNSWICK FREDERICK COUNTY FREDERICK 270 NEW MARKET 70 MT. AIRY To Baltimore To Harpers Ferry To Washington Rose Hill Manor Park & Museums Frederick Keys Baseball Weinberg Center for the Arts Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center
HIGHLIGHTS of the Upcoming Winter Season Maryland Christmas Show November 2017 Candlelight House Tour December 2 & 3, 2017 Kris Kringle Procession December 8, 2017 Museums By Candlelight December 9, 2017 Festival Of Lights December 15, 2017 Candlelight Tour Of Historic Houses Of Worship December 26, 2017 151 S. East Street Frederick, Maryland 21701 www.visitfrederick.org 301-600-4047 or 800-999-3613 Visit Frederick Maryland @tourfrederickmd VisitFrederick visitfrederickmd Use #visitfrederick Cover photo courtesy of the Frederick Keys. Distribution includes Frederick County Public Schools. These materials are neither sponsored by nor endorsed by the Board of Education of Frederick County, the superintendent, nor this school. The publisher, The Tourism Council of Frederick County, reserves the right to edit and determine the events included in this publication. Information, while correct at the time of printing is subject to change. Please call 301-600-4047 or 800-999-3613 for confirmation of an event.