May 3 @ 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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.
May First Saturday is Supported by Diligent Exterior Remodeling.
Contact Diligent Exterior Remodeling for all of your roofing, siding, decks, porticos, windows, doors, and gutter needs!
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 downtownfrederick.org/events to see what’s happening today.
Spring en Plein Air 2025 | C. Burr Artz Public Library – Creek Side | 10am-12pm
Print Day in May | Frederick Book Arts Center | 10am-4pm
Photography and Video Equipment Sale and Swap | Lockhouse Studios | 10am-4pm
Free Floral Coaster | The Kitchenette | 10am-6pm
May, Moms and Marigolds | Potters’ Guild of Frederick | 10am-8pm
Walking Tour | National Museum of Civil War Medicine | 10:30am-12pm
Fusti Flash Back: Wild Dill Olive Oil | Lebherz Oil & Vinegar Emporium | 12pm-7pm
May Brushstrokes | Gallery 322 | 12pm-8pm
Floral Theory Tasting | Simple Theory Wine Co | 12pm-9pm
First Saturday Craft | Dancing Bear Toys and Gifts | 1pm-3:30pm
Art Matters Artist Talk: Jacob Muldowney | Delaplaine Arts Center | 2pm-3pm
Exhibition Openings: National Juried Exhibition, SILVER, Sumner Crenshaw, DeAnna Boyer | Delaplaine Arts Center | 3pm-5pm
First Saturday Creative Outlet | Delaplaine Arts Center | 3pm-5pm
Petals & Prosecco | The Frederick Floral Bar | 5pm-6:30pm
Historic District Ghost Tours | Brewer’s Alley | 7:45pm-9:25pm
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.
