October First Saturday

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.

SPECIAL FOR OCTOBER!

We’re celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15th – October 15th) in Downtown Frederick. Come check out the 3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival organized by Centro Hispano de Frederick, then mosey into downtown to see how other businesses are participating in the festivities!

Hispanic Heritage Festival @ Carroll Creek, 12pm-5pm
Free Dulce de Coco @ The Kitchenette, 10am-6pm
Hispanic Craft Chocolate Tasting @ Perfect Truffle, 10am-9pm
Hispanic Heritage Specials Menu @ Brewers Alley, 10am-1am
I Like You ELOTE! Our Mexican Street Corn Pizza @ Pretzel and Pizza Creations, 11am-10pm
Sweet Treat Saturday @ Vintage MC, 1pm-7pm


LOCAL SHOPPING & EVENTS

Downtown businesses celebrate First Saturday with their own unique events. From in-store tastings and gallery openings to artist and vendor exhibitions… there’s always something new to explore!

Artful Things Happening @ The Delaplaine Arts Center, 9am-5pm
October First Saturday @ Frederick Book Arts Center, 10am-3pm
Gently Used Purse Sale @ Teresa’s Treasures, 10am-5pm
Free Dulce de Coco @ The Kitchenette, 10am-6pm
Wedding Ring Expo @ Nelson Coleman Jewelers, 10am-7pm
Hispanic Craft Chocolate Tasting @ Perfect Truffle, 10am-9pm
Hispanic Heritage Specials Menu @ Brewers Alley, 10am-1am
Dragons Love Tacos @ Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 10:30am-11:30am
Adult Modern Dance Class @ The Center ∙ Sound ∙ Mind ∙ Body,11am-12:30pm
Boo-tober @ Take Root, 11am-6pm
AIDS Memorial Quilt Exhibit @ DISTRICT Arts,11am-6pm
Celebrate Autumn’s Arrival with Our Fall Chocolate @ Zoe’s Chocolate Co.,11am-7pm
Breast Cancer Survivor Weekend- Beat the Bra off BoB @ Crash and Catharsis Rage Factory, 11am-9pm
I Like You ELOTE! Our Mexican Street Corn Pizza @ Pretzel and Pizza Creations, 11am-10pm
Home Buyer and Seller Seminars @ The Agency, 12pm-2pm
Fall Clean Up @ Bailey’s Treasures, 12pm-6pm
Fusti Tap: Crisp Apple White Balsamic @ Lebherz Oil & Vinegar Emporium, 12pm-7pm
Point of View @ Gallery 322, 12pm-8pm
Hootch and Harvest @ McClintock Distilling, 12pm-10pm
Sweet Treat Saturday @ Vintage MC, 1pm-7pm
Make Your Own Monster Hands! @ Dancing Bear Toys and Games, 2pm-4pm
Live Artist Event with Laura Silberman @ The Muse, 2pm-4pm
Blessing of the Animals @ ELC, 2pm-4pm
Local Honey Tasting with Hon’s Honey @ Firestone’s Market, 2pm-5pm
Wild Strings with National String Symphonia @ C Burr Artz Public Library, 4pm-5pm & Frederick Social,5pm-6pm
Frederick Artists Night ft Lindsay Anderson @ Cowork Frederick, 4pm-8pm
“HUMOR”, a Juried Themed Exhibition @ DISTRICT Arts, 5pm-7pm
Lend a Hand Charity Art Auction Closing Party @ The Muse,5pm-7pm
Gallery Show Opening – Tony Gianni @ Give Rise Studio, 5pm-8pm
LOOK AT IT THIS WAY @ TAG/The Artists Gallery, 6pm-8pm
Award-Winning Play Angels in America Part 2: Perestroika Produced in Frederick @ Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 7pm-10:15pm
Laugh with the Comedy Pigs at the Next MET Comedy Night @ Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 8:30pm-9:30pm


LIVE MUSICIANS & ENTERTAINMENT

Every First Saturday, the streets are filled with live music and entertainment. Here’s a list of this month’s musicians and other entertainment:


SPENDING THE NIGHT?

The downtown art galleries have a treat for you! On the Sunday following First Saturdays, do the Sunday Artwalk to see live art demos, participate in community art, learn about specific techniques and materials, and much more. Check out the Sunday Artwalk event!


PARKING & TRAVEL

Access travel and parking information for Downtown Frederick at www.parkfrederick.org and download a map of downtown businesses here.

Public Restrooms can be found in the Church Street (17 E Church St) and Carroll Creek (44 E Patrick St) Public Parking Garages. Restrooms are open daily from 9AM-10PM and cleaned regularly by the City of Frederick following all relevant guidelines.

Staying the whole weekend? Plamondon Hospitality Partners and Downtown Frederick Partnership have teamed up to offer 15% off your stay the first weekend of every month. Choose from six fantastic hotels all with a special price that’s 15% off rack rate. Extend your visit and do it in comfort!

VIEW FIRST SATURDAY HOTEL RATES




Start:

October 7, 2023 11:00 AM

End:

October 7, 2023 9:00 PM

Fees & Tickets

Free

This event has no entrance fee

Event Venue

Address:

Downtown Frederick