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Find Waldo Local @ Curious Iguana

Curious Iguana 12 N Market St, Frederick, MD, United States

Where’s Waldo? In Downtown Frederick, of course! Celebrating its twelfth anniversary in July 2024, Find Waldo Local has become a beloved summertime event in communities nationwide. This year, Candlewick Press and the American Booksellers Association are again teaming up with 310 independent bookstores nationwide, including local bookstore Curious Iguana, for some hide-and-seek fun designed to […]

Free

Trivia Monday’s @ Frederick Social

Frederick Social 50 Citizen's Way, Frederick, MD, United States

Form a team with family or friends and join us every Monday for some interactive trivia FUN! Not good at trivia? WHO CARES! We're all here to eat, drink and have a good time! Up to 8 people per team   More Information

Free

Dance with Soolah Hoops @ C. Burr Artz Public Library

C. Burr Artz Public Library 110 E Patrick St, Frederick, MD, United States

As an instigator of fun & merriment, Soolah Hoops brings joy and a sense of play to the community through her love of sharing her hoops with everyone. Soolah is Hoop & Fire Dance Performer as well as a Hoop Dance Instructor and facilitates classes and hoop workshops around the country. More Information

Free

Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick @ Brewer’s Alley

Brewer’s Alley 124 N Market St, Frederick, MD, United States

True Documented Stories of the “Paranormal” with “Maryland’s Oldest Operating Ghost Tour. Take a Remarkable Journey through Frederick’s Gruesome and Bloody Past. Nearly 300 Years of War, Executions and Revenge. Uncover Politically Savvy and Defiant Citizens, Patriots from the Revolutionary War, Beckoning Soldiers from the Civil War, and so much more! Historic Frederick – Where The Dead Come […]

$16

July First Saturday

Downtown Frederick Downtown Frederick, Frederick, MD, United States

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. 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 […]

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Heritage Frederick’s Annual July Ice Cream Social @ Heritage Frederick Garden

Heritage Frederick 24 E Church St, Frederick, MD, United States

Celebrate summer and the first Saturday of July at Heritage Frederick's Annual July Ice Cream Social on Saturday, July 6 from 1 - 3 p.m. in the Heritage Frederick Garden, 24 East Church Street, Downtown Frederick. We’ll have children’s games and activities, and FREE delicious local Frederick ice cream. The event entrance will be through the Heritage Garden […]

Free

TORQUE & FLOW @ NOMA Gallery

NOMA Gallery 437 N Market St, Frederick, MD, United States

Linda Van Hart hammers and sculpts sterling into wearable patterns of nature’s torque. Torque means the moment of twist, when curling vines reach toward the sun, or leaves gust into a whirlwind. Her sinuous circlets and shrugs of forged, and fabricated repoussé silver are reminiscent of torcs worn by powerful Viking royalty. Guests are encouraged […]

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Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick @ Brewer’s Alley

Brewer’s Alley 124 N Market St, Frederick, MD, United States

True Documented Stories of the “Paranormal” with “Maryland’s Oldest Operating Ghost Tour. Take a Remarkable Journey through Frederick’s Gruesome and Bloody Past. Nearly 300 Years of War, Executions and Revenge. Uncover Politically Savvy and Defiant Citizens, Patriots from the Revolutionary War, Beckoning Soldiers from the Civil War, and so much more! Historic Frederick – Where The Dead Come […]

$16

The Frederick City Market @ Market Street

Market Street 331 N. Market St., Frederick, United States

The Frederick City Market is a local food and artisan market located in the historic district of downtown Frederick, Maryland. Join us on Market Street every Sunday from May through November. More Information

Free

Trivia Monday’s @ Frederick Social

Frederick Social 50 Citizen's Way, Frederick, MD, United States

Form a team with family or friends and join us every Monday for some interactive trivia FUN! Not good at trivia? WHO CARES! We're all here to eat, drink and have a good time! Up to 8 people per team   More Information

Free

Warrior Canine Connection Program @ C. Burr Artz Public Library

C. Burr Artz Public Library 110 E Patrick St, Frederick, MD, United States

Since its founding in 2011, Warrior Canine Connection has supported the recovery and rehabilitation of 9,000 wounded Veterans around the country and has placed 135 assistance dogs with wounded Veterans and military families. Learn how this program works and all the ways you can be a part of this mission. Please note: There will be […]

Free

Walking Tour of Color on the Creek @ C. Burr Public Artz Library

C. Burr Artz Public Library 110 E Patrick St, Frederick, MD, United States

Please join members from the Color on the Creek to learn about the plants in the water and how they help the environment. (Rain date 7/24)   More Information

Free

Magic and Wonder with Anthony Ware @ C. Burr Artz Public Library

C. Burr Artz Public Library 110 E Patrick St, Frederick, MD, United States

Magician Anthony Ware brings dazzling magic and zany humor to this high-energy show! Ware is a veteran of the United States Army who discovered his passion for magic while serving his country. After watching a magic show, Ware became determined to learn the craft and now captivates audiences of all ages with his mesmerizing magic! […]

Free

FREE Fred Astaire Dance Lesson before Alive @ Five

Carroll Creek Amphitheater Carroll Creek Amphitheater, Frederick, MD, United States

Have you been wanting to learn some new dance moves? Fred Astaire Dance Studio is teaching some free lessons before Alive @ Five on the following dates in 2024: May 23 – Rumba June 6 – Hustle July 11 – Swing August 8 – Hustle September 19 – Salsa October 3 – Swing Show up […]

Max Muscato at Alive @ Five

Carroll Creek Amphitheater Carroll Creek Amphitheater, Frederick, MD, United States

Info of the Week Food: Fifty Fifty, Arepa Queen and South Mountain Creamery Beer: Brewer's Alley Wine: Atomic 97 Beer & Wine Cocktails + Mocktails: McClintock Distillery Co. and Tenth Ward Distilling Co. Special Events: Swing Class with Fred Astaire Dance Studios 5-8PM every Thursday Admission is $6 (cash or credit / paid at the […]

$6

Summer Game Night @ Dancing Bear

Dancing Bear Toys and Gifts 15 E Patrick St, Frederick, MD, United States

Join your friends at the Bear for a Summer Game Night! A kid-friendly game night intended for ages 8 and up to get out of the house, learn some new games, and make new friends! Our toy experts will be ready to teach the ins and outs of one of their favorite card games: Tenzi! […]

Free

Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick @ Brewer’s Alley

Brewer’s Alley 124 N Market St, Frederick, MD, United States

True Documented Stories of the “Paranormal” with “Maryland’s Oldest Operating Ghost Tour. Take a Remarkable Journey through Frederick’s Gruesome and Bloody Past. Nearly 300 Years of War, Executions and Revenge. Uncover Politically Savvy and Defiant Citizens, Patriots from the Revolutionary War, Beckoning Soldiers from the Civil War, and so much more! Historic Frederick – Where The Dead Come […]

$16

Lawn Party at the High Wheel @ City Hall

City Hall (The City of Frederick) 101 N Court St, Frederick, MD, United States

Downtown Frederick’s newest outdoor happy hour on the front lawn of City Hall! Featuring craft beverages, food trucks, family-friendly fun, music, and an exclusive inside-the-track experience during the National Clustered Spires High Wheel Race. Looking for information about the race itself? Visit highwheelrace.com. About the Lawn Party FREE ENTRY and all ages are welcome. Gates open at […]

Free

National Clustered Spires High Wheel Race

Downtown Frederick Downtown Frederick, Frederick, MD, United States

  A unique racing event set to take the streets of historic Downtown Frederick, Maryland on Saturday, July 13, 2024. Racers will be riding antique or modern high wheel bicycles in a criterium (multi-lap) race of along a 0.4 mile route through historic downtown Frederick, MD. The 2024 race will consist of 2 qualifying heats […]

Free

McClintock Distilling Pig Roast/Bottle Release @ McClintock Distilling

McClintock Distilling Co. 35 S Carroll St, Frederick, MD, United States

NEW BOTTLE RELEASE, LIVE MUSIC, FREE PORK, and more... This is the big one folks! The event begins right at 12 when we will be releasing our longly anticipated Sauterne Finished Matchstick Bourbon. Stick around as we'll be hosting live music from 12-9 in our parking lot where Pitmaster Seth will be smoking a whole […]

Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick @ Brewer’s Alley

Brewer’s Alley 124 N Market St, Frederick, MD, United States

True Documented Stories of the “Paranormal” with “Maryland’s Oldest Operating Ghost Tour. Take a Remarkable Journey through Frederick’s Gruesome and Bloody Past. Nearly 300 Years of War, Executions and Revenge. Uncover Politically Savvy and Defiant Citizens, Patriots from the Revolutionary War, Beckoning Soldiers from the Civil War, and so much more! Historic Frederick – Where The Dead Come […]

$16

The Frederick City Market @ Market Street

Market Street 331 N. Market St., Frederick, United States

The Frederick City Market is a local food and artisan market located in the historic district of downtown Frederick, Maryland. Join us on Market Street every Sunday from May through November. More Information

Free

Trivia Monday’s @ Frederick Social

Frederick Social 50 Citizen's Way, Frederick, MD, United States

Form a team with family or friends and join us every Monday for some interactive trivia FUN! Not good at trivia? WHO CARES! We're all here to eat, drink and have a good time! Up to 8 people per team   More Information

Free

Ryan Watkins Group at Alive @ Five

Carroll Creek Amphitheater Carroll Creek Amphitheater, Frederick, MD, United States

Info of the Week Food: Sabor De Cuba and dōp Pizza Beer: Brewer's Alley Wine: Atomic 97 Beer & Wine Cocktails + Mocktails: McClintock Distillery Co. and Tenth Ward Distilling Co. 5-8PM every Thursday Admission is $6 (cash or credit / paid at the gate) and all events are 21+ only. ID required. Drink tokens […]

$6

Art at NIGHT: Artist Michael Hunter Thompson @ Delaplaine Arts Center

Delaplaine Arts Center 40 S Carroll St, Frederick, MD, United States

Photographer Michael Hunter Thompson discusses his recent Fade to Blue project, a nostalgic, immersive installation of Allegany High School artifacts, memorabilia, mementos, and parts of the now-demolished 1925 building, accompanied by the over 40 staged interior and exterior photographs Thompson took of generations of alumni and staff.

Free

Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick @ Brewer’s Alley

Brewer’s Alley 124 N Market St, Frederick, MD, United States

True Documented Stories of the “Paranormal” with “Maryland’s Oldest Operating Ghost Tour. Take a Remarkable Journey through Frederick’s Gruesome and Bloody Past. Nearly 300 Years of War, Executions and Revenge. Uncover Politically Savvy and Defiant Citizens, Patriots from the Revolutionary War, Beckoning Soldiers from the Civil War, and so much more! Historic Frederick – Where The Dead Come […]

$16

Exhibition Opening: Over 70 Show @ Delaplaine Arts Center

Delaplaine Arts Center 40 S Carroll St, Frederick, MD, United States

View exhibitions and meet the artists! 3-5pm FREE These exhibitions are opening on Saturday, July 20 and can be viewed starting at 9am. Beat the crowds and visit us earlier in the day! JUL 20-SEP 1 Over 70 Show Works in a variety of media A signature of the Delaplaine's Creative Aging Month, this annual […]

Free

Annual Community Block Party

Asbury United Methodist Church invites you to come have a day of fun, food and fellowship with your community! Enjoy family-friendly fun like face painting, crafts, games and balloon art, plus free food, entertainment, community resources and giveaways. Located at the 100 block of W All Saints St.

Free

Moon Market Frederick @ Give Rise Studio

Give Rise Studio 125 S Carroll St Suite 101, Frederick, MD, United States

Moon Market Frederick is a monthly market held by Jacqui Smith, owner of Your Cosmic Bestie and Mary Adelle Walters, owner of Hail Mary Studios. Each monthly market is held around the time of the full moon and features local vendors offering handmade, vintage and/or thrifted goods, as well as local service-based vendors.

Free

Hip Hop & Shop Market @ Carroll Creek Amphitheater

Carroll Creek Amphitheater Carroll Creek Amphitheater, Frederick, MD, United States

Come out to Soul Street's evening market on Carroll Creek! Spend your day shopping Black and having fun! Special guests, Stitch Early and the POPULATN will be performing along with other musical guests and our awesome DJ that always brings the vibes! More info here.