Info of the Week

Music: Ahzay & The Squad
Food: Dōp Pizza & La Parada
Beer: Brewers Alley
Wine: Atomic 97 Beer & Wine
Cocktails + Mocktails: McClintock Distillery Co., Tenth Ward Distilling Co. & True Standard Distillery

About the Band

Ahzay is a Hip Hop artist born and raised in Frederick, MD, and known for his evocative lyricism and dynamic performances. He attended the University of Rochester, where he earned a degree in economics while also developing a deep love for the arts. During his time in the cold of upstate New York, Ahzay hosted a radio show, performed in several stage productions, and emceed at numerous events. Ahzay has released four studio albums, including his latest, and at that point (2024).

Ahzay & The Squad was born as a dynamic blend of Hip Hop, Rhythm & Blues, and Soul. The band features lead vocalist Ahzay, Calvin Little on lead singing vocals, Joe McCargo on drums and backing vocals, Ramon Shelton on keys, Sam Whetzel on guitar, and Gabriel Thomas on bass. Offering a diverse range of sounds, Ahzay & The Squad fuse hip-hop roots with soulful melodies, rhythmic beats, and harmonies that elevate the experience to a new level. Each performance guides the audience through a journey of reflection, fun, and even nostalgia with covers of hit songs. Check out the band live here.

5-8PM every Thursday:

Alive @ Five is the outdoor happy hour that you don’t want to miss, featuring great live music, craft beverages and local food! Join us in the Carroll Creek Amphitheater every Thursday evening from 5-8PM, May 8 through September 25.

Admission is $6 (cash or credit / paid at the gate) and all events are 21+ only. ID required. Drink tokens are $6 each for beer, wine, cocktails and mocktails, and food is available for purchase on site. No outside beverages or coolers allowed. Free water is available inside the event.

Presented by ACNB Bank

About Alive @ Five

Alive @ Five is a summer-long fundraiser for the Partnership that supports our work in the Downtown Frederick community all year long. These events are made possible by a wonderful team of sponsors and volunteers, and all proceeds from Alive @ Five are reinvested into the Downtown Frederick community. Learn more at downtownfrederick.org/aliveatfive.

Location

Alive @ Five is held in the Carroll Creek Amphitheater, which is located in Carroll Creek Park between Market & Carroll Streets — across the creek from the C Burr Artz Public Library. The closest parking options are the Carroll Creek Public Parking Garage (44 E Patrick St) or the E All Saints Street Public Parking Garage (125 E All Saints St). Find more parking info at parkfrederick.org.