Events

We are celebrating 76 years of business in Downtown Frederick, and we would love for you to help us celebrate by shopping our annual month-long Anniversary Sale. For the entire month of October, our entire showroom is on sale. More Information

2:30 – 4:00 PM Pieter Bickford* – Marketing Director, High Rock Studios Join this training to learn how to uncover hidden content opportunities to attract loyal customers and fill up your profile pages and websites. – Workshop 4:15 – 5:30 PM  Ask A Marketer Those Burning Questions Curious about the secrets behind successful marketing campaigns? Have […]

Join Orangetheory Fitness Frederick for a FREE outdoor workout before Alive @ Five! FOR EVERYONE - 14 AND UP! You do NOT have to be a member of OTF (or OTF Frederick). Call or text the studio at 240.750.6090 to reserve your spot (although not required). We encourage you to bring a towel, a mat […]

Public art sculptor Thomas Sterner will be exhibiting at NOMA Gallery in a show titled ‘Hidden’, artworks investigating the unnoticed and concealed. Although known for his very large stainless steel sculptures in Frederick and elsewhere, this exhibit will use various mediums and processes including wood carving, photography, and metal fabrication. A solo show of 18 […]

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 […]

Composer and trumpeter Wadada Leo Smith honors Lester Bowie with a program of solo works, showcasing his pioneering trumpet music. Composer and trumpeter Wadada Leo Smith will honor Lester Bowie with a program of solo works. For over 50 years, Smith has expanded American music as a composer and improviser. His epic portrayal of the […]

Pumpkin Jack is back for another Halloween season! Print your own vintage-inspired paper doll on our 1950's Vandercook proof press! Suggested pay by donation ($5). While supplies last! Other fun activities in store for First Saturday: Artist talk with Carol Moore - 1:30 - 2:30 Free candy Wingding keepsake Tours Local handmade art in our […]

Stop by and pick up a free piece of candy made with coconut, guava, pineapple, and other yummy ingredients (while supplies last).

We're bringing the scavenger hunt back again to celebrate our 76th anniversary in Downtown Frederick! Be on the look out for clues on social media, the radio, our website and more, from October 5th through the end of the month. Look for the #FindersKeepers tag! Please stay kind to others while participating in this scavenger […]

Join us for a free one card tarot read in the shop! Leigh is a professional Tarot reader and a Chaplain in the Esoteric community who uses Tarot as a counseling tool in her regular practice. This is a great opportunity to those new to Tarot readings! All complimentary readings come with a chance to […]

Come on down for authentic Whole Hog BBQ ** A MUST for BBQ Lovers!! ** Whole Hog Platter includes a Carolina Pork Sandwich + Eastern Slaw, Chopped Pork Boat + Cracklings + NEW Hog Sauce, Spare Rib (wet or dry), 2 Sides, House Pickled Onions + Cornbread $25!!! Rolling out Fall cocktails including the much […]

Karen will be here to add sparkles to your day! $1/strand, fairy hair ties into your natural hair. producing a gorgeous sparkle that lasts for weeks (or months even!)Many colors are available and spots fill up fast. This is a walk-in event. More Information

Soulshine Aura is an analog film practice that specializes in capturing your unique and vibrant energy through the art of aura photography. We provide you with a visual affirmation of who you are so you can see yourself in a new light. An aura is the colorful energy field that envelopes our bodies and is […]

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month each year, Centro Hispano turns Carroll Creek in downtown Frederick into a lively, colorful celebration of Hispanic art, culture and music. The festival, which takes place annually on the first Saturday of October, features live music, dancing and food from a variety of Latin American countries. It's a great […]

Join us as we welcome back Gloomie & Grimm in the garden! One-of-a-kind art in the form of stickers, art cards, clothing & bags, jewelry and more! More Information

Come and get our Italian Pesto Olive Oil while it is here visiting! Spicy Calabrian peppers give this delicious oil a perfectly fantastic kick. Try this for grilling, bread dipping, or coating your sandwich bread! Only here for a limited time! More Information

A Sense of Place is the first solo show of Gallery 322 partner artist Lissa Abrams. More Information

October 4th-5th First Weekend in Downtown Frederick: Use promo code ILOVEFREDERICK for 15% off you booking. On the 5th if you get a mini pinata with glitter you get a $50 giftcertificate for a future visit. We will also be part of the Downtown Salsa Trail. More Information

Join your friends at the Bear for a free craft on First Saturday! From 1 pm-3 pm, make your own monster hands! We will have colorful construction paper, googly eyes, and fun supplies to help you create a fabulous monster out of a tracing of your hand. Parent supervision is required, intended for ages 3 […]

Visitors are invited to watch the printing process during the BIG INK printmaking workshop taking place at The Delaplaine Arts Center from 1 – 4 PM each day, Oct 5 and 6. BIG INK will also set up The Anchovy – a small press used to produce zodiac and tarot-themed prints. These mini prints measure […]

Free live music from Trix and Phil! More Information

Join us on October First Saturday for an artist talk with award winning and local printmaker, Carol Moore. She will share examples of her works and explain her hand-coloring technique that she developed to add detailed colors to her prints. As an added bonus Carol will demonstrate how she activates her hand-colored prints on an […]

Join Curious Iguana at C. Burr Artz Library on Saturday, October 5, at 2 pm for an adventurous afternoon with author Stephanie Brick as she presents her new middle grade book, The Secret Doors of Cannondale. Following the reading, Stephanie will answer questions and sign books. Copies of her novel will be available for purchase […]

Contemporary Innovations artist Rose Jaffe talks about the work in her exhibition and her history as an artist. FREE More Information

Join ELC for the annual Blessing of the Animals on Saturday, October 5th! Stop by in front of the sanctuary anytime between 2-4pm for a pet blessing and treat. All creatures great and small are welcome!

For the month of October, we'll be featuring the work of local printmaker/illustrator Hannahgrace Frusher! We'll be showcasing their latest batch of witchy, Halloween-inspired prints that are perfect for Spooky Season! Hannahgrace will be joining us for an artist meet and greet on Saturday, October 5, from 2-4 pm. More Information

Kids and adults are invited to drop-in and get creative together on art activities at family tables! Each session features a themed activity. This month, join us for a special demonstration by BIG INK and make a free print on their mini printing press using an existing woodblock carving. Please, no large groups. More Information

Taste Chocolate made from various Hispanic Countries *While Supplies Last More Information

Hop on the Salsa Trail from 4-7pm in Downtown Frederick this October First Saturday! As you make your way from the Hispanic Heritage Festival on Carroll Creek to Uptown Salsa Night at 331 N Market St, visit local businesses to taste all the flavors of salsa! Grab tortilla chips from three locations in downtown: Vintage […]

Dance under the stars to the rhythms of Latin music and dip into your favorite salsas! After the Hispanic Heritage Festival on Carroll Creek, make your way up Market St for Uptown Salsa Night... 4-7pm | Carmack Jay's Parking Lot Free Salsa and Bachata lessons and performances by Fred Astaire Dance Studios of Frederick Meet […]

Build your own bouquet BAR, sip on complimentary champagne, jam to some tunes and take pics! Instructor, flowers, tools and FUN included! Tickets

Kathryn and Sonja are local Frederick artists who specialize in acrylics and watercolor. “Songs of Myself” is a collection of work expressing the beauty of the natural world around us and the beauty that is in each of us. Creativity binds us together as humans, whether we express it through song, dance, painting, or poetry. […]

Join us for a free Spanish Organic wine tasting from 6-9 PM!

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 […]

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

Join Curious Iguana at C. Burr Artz Library on Sunday, October 6, at 2 pm for a riveting afternoon with author Kay Chronister as she discusses her new novel The Bog Wife with fellow author Sarah Pinsker. Following their conversation, Kay will answer questions and sign books. Copies of The Bog Wife will be available […]

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 […]

When: October 8, 2024, from 8 AM to 5 PM Where: The Weinberg Center Theme: Creating a Local & Lovable Main Street Experience Maryland’s many main streets are the heart of our vibrant and energetic communities. The 2024 Main Street Maryland Conference, organized by the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) and the […]

2:30 – 5:30 PM Emergency Preparedness and Crisis Mitigation Mid-Atlantic Center for Emergency Management & Public Safety, Frederick Community College The Arts Community – Valuable Preparedness Partners Preparedness for emergencies or disaster is a shared community responsibility. Join this session to learn your role in the all-hazards approach to protecting yourself, your employees, and your […]

Stanley Kubrick’s epic nightmare of horror A novelist – Jack Torrance takes a job interview as winter caretaker of the isolated, old, huge and beautiful Overlook Hotel. Jack brings his wife – Wendy and his son Danny. It happens that Danny, has a mysterious power known as “The Shining”. Danny meets Hallorann – the hotel […]

In March, Heritage Frederick mounted a new exhibit exploring three centuries of visual arts from Frederick County artists. Brushes with History: Inspiring the Personality of Frederick demonstrates the ways these creators have shaped our cultural identity and memory in the process. Heritage Frederick’s Curator, Amy Hunt, and Archivist, Jody Brumage, will discuss the themes of […]

Come join us on October 11th to celebrate the grand re-opening of our Black Hog downtown location. Featuring great music with The Knight Brothers and of course, our Apple Pie Moonshine... See you there!!

Join us at Curious Iguana on Friday, October 11 at 6 pm for a meet-and-greet with author Colleen AF Venable and illustrator Stephanie Yue as they promote their new book, Katie the Catsitter: The Purrfect Plan. After spending the day visiting schools, Colleen and Stephanie will be at the Iguana in the evening to meet […]

Frederick’s annual film competition, where filmmakers write, direct, and edit a short film in one weekend returns for year 19! Frederick’s annual film competition returns for year 19! Over 740 films have been made throughout the first 18 years for the Fest, showcasing talent from across the region. Dozens of teams consisting of writers, directors, […]

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 […]

Join us for our Autumn Sip & Shop market hosted in the Gravel & Grind patio and parking lot on Saturday 10/12 from 10-3pm! Several Maryland artisans are coming together to offer a variety of handmade goods: Jewelry, stickers, prints, ceramics, candles & perfumes, knit goods, etc! But first don’t forget to grab some delicious […]

Frederick’s annual film competition, where filmmakers write, direct, and edit a short film in one weekend returns for year 19! Frederick’s annual film competition returns for year 19! Over 740 films have been made throughout the first 18 years for the Fest, showcasing talent from across the region. Dozens of teams consisting of writers, directors, […]

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 […]

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

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 […]

Come dance, come sing and have the time of your life ! ABBA The Concert continues to be the top ABBA tribute group in the world, dazzling all who see with their fantastic performance while playing the most iconic hits from ABBA, including Mamma Mia, S.O.S, Money, Money, Money, Knowing Me, Knowing You, Waterloo, Gimme, […]

Join us for a brunch musical showdown at RAK Brewing Co! Doors open at 10 am, Show starts at 11 AM Location: RAK Brewing Co, Sagner Avenue, Frederick, MD, USA Your ticket includes: Entry to the show Brunch Buffet Special Beer Pricing Note: Food IS provided at this event. We will have a catered brunch […]

2:30 – 5:30 PM  Partnerships and Collaborations : Rooted in Equity, Centering Community Engagement – Workshop The Arts & Economy Prosperity 6 study was a national study examining policies and practices in grantmaking, many of which have been historically and systemically unbalanced. Dr. Genna Styles-Lyas, Director of LAA Community Engagement & Equity in Research, Americans for […]

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 […]

A rare fusion of bass clarinet in modern jazz that blends fiery intensity with delicate introspection, infusing Middle Eastern elements from Marcus’ Egyptian-American heritage. Todd Marcus is one of the few artists worldwide to focus on the bass clarinet as a main instrument in modern jazz with his small and large ensembles. His straight-ahead playing […]

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 […]

GUIDING EYES FOR THE BLIND IS COMING to Steinhardt Brewing Company!! Saturday, October 19th @ 11:00 AM $25 PP w/ Proceeds go to support their mission, creating meaningful connections between exceptional guide dogs and people with vision loss at no cost. EMAIL: jenuineyogi@gmail.com FB PAGE: www.facebook.com/jenuineyogi MEETUP: https://www.meetup.com/yoga-and-beer-jenuineyogi/ Tickets

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.