ARTOPIA. A day completely immersed in local creativity.
Join us in Downtown Frederick on Saturday, June 13, for a full day celebrating creativity, imagination, and local artistic talent.
Stroll through downtown as artists transform sidewalks into colorful works of chalk art and capture the beauty of Frederick through live plein air painting. Around every corner, you’ll discover new artwork taking shape and artists bringing our community to life.
Experience Art in Action
Throughout the day, watch creativity unfold in real time as artists work outdoors, turning blank canvases and pavement into stunning masterpieces. Explore shops, restaurants, and galleries while enjoying a vibrant atmosphere filled with art and inspiration.
Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a supporter of local artists, or simply looking for a unique day in Downtown Frederick, this is an event you won’t want to miss.
Come explore. Be Inspired. Vote for your favorite.
Chalk Art
Starting as early as 8am, 20+ local artists of all ages transform the streets into incredible works of art. It’s a sight you don’t want to miss! See the map below for artist locations.
Plein Air Art
Not familiar with plein air? Artists capture real life as it happens, painting live scenes right before your eyes. See them throughout downtown starting at 10am.
Community Mural
Leave your mark on ARTOPIA with our Community Mural as you enter the Carroll Creek Parking Garage from Patrick Street. Frederick’s own Matt Long will be onsite helping bring the mural to life from 12-5pm.
Downtown Art Tour with the Maryland Double Decker Bus
Take in the art of Downtown Frederick from the best seat in town! Hop aborad the Maryland Double Decker Bus for a mini-tour of the public art, murals and creative landmarks that make Downtown unique.
Mini tours depart at 12:00pm, 12:40pm, 1:15pm, 1:50pm and 2:25pm.
Professional Artist Competition
7:30pm at Olde Mother Brewing Co
Experience creativity in action as three artists go head-to-head in a live competition. Artists will create original works inspired by a surprise audience-selected theme. Watch the artistic process unfold in real time as the artists race against the clock.
Competition Artists
Madi Alger
Jaden Hendricks
Shay McCafferty
ARTOPIA Map Key
Purple: Chalk Artist locations
Red: Plein Air Painters
Yellow: Community Mural (12-5pm)
Frederick Festival of the Arts-June 13 & 14
This year, the 32nd annual Frederick Festival of the Arts will take place on June 13th and 14th from 10am to 5pm, at Carroll Creek Park. Hosted by Frederick Arts Council, the festival features over 100 artists from across the country.