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.

 

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August First Saturday is Presented by First United Bank & Trust!

Stop by First United Bank & Trust’s pop-up for a game of cornhole, free giveaways and swag that the whole family will love.

Find their team at 30 N Market St from 11am-5pm this August First Saturday.

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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! Check back as the date gets closer for a list of specific activities, or visit our events calendar to see what’s happening.

Mystery Bags | The Kitchenette | 10am-6pm

Walking Tour | National Museum of Civil War Medicine | 10:30am-12pm

Summer Sip & Shop Sidewalk Sale | Throughout Downtown Frederick | 11am-7pm

Vintage Sidewalk Sale | Vintage MC | 11am-6pm

Indonesia Culinary Day | Carroll Creek Park | 11am-4pm

Intentional Tea Tasting: Free Pop-Up Event | The Simple Life | 11am-5pm

James and the Giant Peach, Jr. | Maryland Ensemble Theatre | 11am-12pm; 2pm-3pm & 7pm-8pm

Brain Freeze Ice Cream Social | Potters’ Guild of Frederick | 12pm-7pm

Sips and Dips | Simple Theory Wine Co | 12pm-9pm

August First Saturday Craft | Dancing Bear Toys and Gifts | 1pm-3pm

Art Matters Art Talk: Over 70 Show Artists | The Delaplaine Arts Center | 2pm-3pm

Artist Talk with Rebecca Gilbert | Frederick Book Arts Center | 2pm-3pm

Creative Outlet | The Delaplaine Arts Center | 3pm-5pm

Petals & Prosecco | The Fredrick Floral Bar | 5pm-6:30pm

Drop The Mic Performance | 33 E Patrick St | 5pm-8pm

Magic Show: Mystery & Mayhem | Frederick Magic Theater & Lounge | 7:30pm-9pm

Historic District Ghost Tours | Maryland Heritage Tours | 8pm-9:40pm

 

 

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

First time visiting? Access travel and parking information for Downtown Frederick, plus browse our Business Directory and Experience Guides. 

PLAN YOUR VISIT

 

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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.

 

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