May Events

Walk in the footsteps of doctors, nurses, soldiers and civilians who cared for 8,000 wounded soldiers in Downtown Frederick Every Saturday at 10:30am and Sunday at 2pm from April until September, docents from the National Museum of Civil War Medicine will…

Moon Market Frederick is a monthly market held by Jacqui Smith, owner of Your Cosmic Bestie and Mary Adelle Walters, owner of Hail Mary Studios. Each monthly market is held around the time of the full moon and features local vendors offering handmade, vintage…

Play games with us! We have a comfortable venue space located in Downtown Frederick. We offer a selection of tabletop games such as Carcassonne for your enjoyment. Hot tea and snacks are made freely available. Donations are appreciated. Free parking is…

True Documented Stories of the “Paranormal” with “Maryland’s Oldest Operating Ghost Tour. Take a Remarkable Journey through Frederick’s Gruesome and Bloody Past. Nearly 300 Years of War, Executions and Revenge. Uncover Politically Savvy and Defiant Citizens,…

The Frederick Speaker Series presents Cheryl Strayed, the bestselling author of Wild and Tiny Beautiful Things. Cheryl Strayed is the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling memoir, Wild, about her soul searching trek over 1,000 miles along the Pacific…

Many freelancers and micro-biz owners don’t have a mission statement. Learn why you need a mission statement and how to write one. Cowork Frederick’s Brain Boost is a lunchtime collaborative learning experience designed to build expertise and ensure…

The Medical Response to America’s Bloodiest Day. The 29th Conference on Civil War Medicine will take place from May 3 to May 5, 2024. Hosted by the National Museum of Civil War Medicine, it will be a weekend filled with exciting tours, programs, and…

The silent film era returns to our screen accompanied by the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ in this viewing of The Big Parade! An epic portrayal of the “Great War”, an American enlists and is shipped off to France where he befriends soldiers, falls in love and is…

The Comedy Pigs are the region’s longest-running improv troupe. You can see them on the first Friday & Saturday of every month for hilarious shows filled with a series of fun short-form improv games.

View exhibitions and meet the artists! The following exhibitions are opening on Saturday, May 4 and can be viewed starting at 9am. Beat the crowds and visit us earlier in the day! National Juried Exhibition (May 4 – July 7) The Delaplaine’s annual…

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…

Join Frederick Book Arts Center for the first Print Day in May in their new home! Print Day in May is an annual, international celebration of printmaking that takes place every first Saturday in May. They will have a variety of printmaking demonstrations, a…

Join The Frederick Art Club for an Accessories Bonanza featuring jewelry, purses, scarves, belts, ties, cufflinks, children’s jewelry, trinkets and treasures! Gently worn by Frederick’s most artful people. 100% of purchases benefit The Frederick…

Every First Saturday BK Juices will be inviting a vegan eatery vendor to come to town and offer you some of the best eats. Purely plant based!

Come celebrate the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage (AANHPI) Month in Downtown Frederick! Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage (AANHPI) Month is observed in the United States during the month of May to…

National Juried Exhibition juror Laila Abdul-Hadi Jadallah discusses her artistic practice and announces awards for the 2024 National Juried Exhibition. FREE!

Kids and adults are invited to drop-in and get creative together on art activities at family tables! Each session features a themed activity. Design an original board game you can play with friends. (Please no large groups)

Tucked away in the suburbs of Washington, D.C., the Frederick Running Festival is one of the hidden gems of the running community. The festival features four races, which all finish at the Frederick Fairgrounds. Runners can experience a big time race with…

Celebrate the arrival of spring and find the perfect Mother’s Day gifts at the Frederick Spring Market in Carroll Creek Park! Discover an exquisite selection of over 100 vendors and artisans offering unique treasures, ideal for spoiling the special…

Live in concert are Alasdair Fraser, “the Michael Jordan of Scottish fiddling,” and brilliant cellist Natalie Haas. With renowned virtuosity and joyful spontaneity, their cutting-edge string explorations span intimate chamber music, energetic dance music,…