Worship • Downtown Frederick Partnership

Frederick is known as the City of Clustered Spires—attributed to the skyline created by its many places of worship. The religious institutions located within Downtown Frederick are listed below.

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All Saints Episcopal Church

106 W Church St • 301.663.5625

Asbury United Methodist Church

101 W All Saints St • 301.663.9380

Beth Sholom Congregation

1011 N Market St • 301.663.3437

Calvary United Methodist Church

131 W 2nd St • 301.662.1464

Centennial Memorial United Methodist Church

8 W 2nd St • 301.663.5327

Chabad Lubavitch of Frederick

1 W 9th St • 301.996.3659

Christian Science Society

104 N Court St • 301.662.7852

Evangelical Lutheran Church

35 E Church St • 301.663.6361

Evangelical Reformed Church

15 W Church St • 301.662.2762

Frederick Presbyterian Church

115 W 2nd St • 301.663.5338

Grace United Church of Christ

25 E 2nd St • 301.662.3312

Quinn Chapel AME

106 E 3rd St • 301.663.1550

Sanctuary Progressive

206 E 4th St • 301.696.9080

St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church

118 E 2nd St • 301.662.0814

Treasures of the Heart Worship Center

629 N Market St • 240.446.2843

Upcoming Downtown Events

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For 10 delicious days, visit Brewer’s Alley or Thacher & Rye for special Maryland Restaurant week menus!

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Maryland Restaurant Week

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Brewer's Alley Thacher & Rye

Do you have a small business in Frederick? This session is for you. We’ll start with a look at Frederick’s current business landscape: number of businesses (large and small), stats on business size, growth rate, openings, closures, etc. We’ll explain the City of Frederick’s role in supporting local businesses and share tips on getting help with funding, promotion, and more. We’ll end with a Q&A session and discuss your challenges and successes. Bring your lunch and learn!

Sep

Brain Boost: Doing Business in Frederick (And How the City Can Help!) @ Cowork Frederick

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Cowork Frederick

Join us to celebrate the 2023 Sass Choice Awards winners! This years gala theme is Black+White, hosted at Tenth Ward Distilling Co. in downtown Frederick. There will be amazing food and appetizers to enjoy, a cash bar, dancing, mingling, and more! Get your tickets now before they are gone! Dress for the occasion! We encourage you to dress it up or keep it lowkey, whatever makes you feel your best! If you want to get into the theme, wear your best black+white attire and dance the night away with us! Accessibility Tenth Ward Distilling Co is located in a beautiful historic building on Patrick St in Downtown Frederick. The event space on the second floor is only accessible by stairs.

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Sass Choice Awards Gala @ Tenth Ward Distillery

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Tenth Ward Distilling Company

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 Out To Play! Visit Court House Square – the “Execution Site” of British Sympathizers, learn about their Fate, and the “Curse” that continues to Resonate. Visit the “Spiritual Playground” of Dead Children whose lives were cut short by Unmerciful Disease and Suffering. Unravel the Mystery surrounding a Mysterious Man in Black Executed in 1781 for his Loyalty to King George III. Find out the “Devilish Plan” of a “Spiteful” Owner of an 1814 Mansion and why his “Spiritual Discharge” Remains. Contemplate the Reasons why Frederick’s Famed Barbara Fritchie Continues to Guard her Home from Invading Confederate Soldiers 158 Years After her Death. Discover why Former Stage Hands, Actors, and Members of the Audience Refuse to be Removed from their Prized Seats at Frederick’s Historic Tivoli Theater. Ponder the Events taking place at a Private Residence, Now Home to Two Families – One […]

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Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick @ Brewer’s Alley

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Brewer's Alley

Gilchrist creates an exhilarating, kaleidoscopic soundscape with original compositions.

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Lafayette Gilchrist

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New Spire Stages

Explore the History of the Southern Section of Frederick City From the African-American Perspective! Join us for our 60-90 minute unique walking tour as AARCH tour guides take you on an informative exploration of local history on All Saints Street and the surrounding area. Learn about the cultural and historical importance of the neighborhood that was the center of the African American community up until the early 1960s. Tours start at the AARCH Heritage Center, 125 East All Saints St, beginning at 11 AM. Tours run from 60 to 90 minutes.

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AARCH Society African American History Walking Tours

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Downtown Frederick

OMG, Dancing Bear Toys and Games will be turning 23! Celebrate 23 years of unplugged play at the Bear! Join them for their birthday party on Saturday, September 23 from 12 pm-4 pm. Play with giant toys and games throughout the store, enjoy birthday snacks, free face painting, win prizes (including a gigantic toy), and more! The birthday bash will start off with storytime at noon featuring a gigantic book! This event is free and open to all ages.

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23rd Birthday Bash @ Dancing Bear Toys & Games!

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Dancing Bear Toys and Gifts

“The music of ABBA” needs no introduction, as they have perfected the unmatched sound and iconic style of Sweden’s greatest music export. With meticulous attention to detail in costumes, make-up, musical arrangements, and movements, coupled with their exceptional vocal abilities, ABBA leaves nothing to chance. Elevating the experience further, their live performances showcase outstanding solos, captivating musical numbers, and a complete live band accompanied by talented backup singers. This infusion of energy and talent creates an unparalleled dimension rarely seen in similar productions. Prepare to dance, sing along, and revel in the timeless hits that have defined ABBA’s legacy. From the infectious rhythms of “Dancing Queen” and “Chiquitita” to the triumphant notes of “Waterloo” and “Mamma Mia,” as well as the emotional depth of “The Winner Takes it All” and “Fernando,” the repertoire spans a range of unforgettable melodies. The lineup also includes beloved classics such as “SOS,” “Take a Chance,” “Money Money Money,” “Knowing Me Knowing You,” “Super Trouper,” “Gimme Gimme Gimme,” “Voulez-Vous,” and many more. Direct from Sweden, The Music of ABBA delivers an unparalleled ABBA experience. Showcasing some of Sweden’s most accomplished and talented singers and musicians, the performance is entirely live, ensuring an authentic and electrifying […]

Sep

Direct From Sweden: The Music of ABBA

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Weinberg Center for the Arts

Join us at Frederick MADE for fall treats and a book swap event! Sunday, September 24

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Snack & Shop and Book Swap @ Frederick MADE

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Frederick MADE

Radio comes alive in this in-person production from radio play series: The Further Adventures of Sherlock Holmes. Performance at Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll Street, Frederick, MD.

Sep

Sherlock Sunday with Endangered Species (theatre) Project @ FAC’s Sky Stage

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FAC's Sky Stage

Enjoy a morning of engaging activities and wonder as we welcome a beloved Bear event back! Bear Cubs (formerly Babies at the Bear) will take place at Dancing Bear Toys and Games at 11 am each Monday in September, with new adventures each week! Activities include storytimes, interactive songs, baby sign language, and more. This event is free and open to the public. No registration is required. Intended for children under the age of two.

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Bear Cubs Group @ Dancing Bear Toys and Games

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Dancing Bear Toys and Gifts

Join us for our popular Girl’s Night Out at Heritage Frederick. You’ll receive a private tour of the Stitches Through Time exhibit, along with a behind-the-scenes self-guided tour of 24 East Church Street and other exhibits in the house, plus you’ll toast to “Women’s Work” in the Reed Room. We will also bring out a few treasures from the vault for your viewing pleasure!

Sep

Girl’s Night Out @ Heritage Frederick

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Heritage Frederick

Ease into the day! Each Thursday morning before Alive @ Five, start your day with free Yoga on the Creek led by Sol Yoga. Any level of practice is welcome, even if you’ve never tried yoga before! 7-8AM every Thursday @ Carroll Creek Amphitheater

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Yoga on the Creek by Sol Yoga

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Carroll Creek Amphitheater

Info of the Week Music: N2N Food: Firestone’s & La Parada Beer: Brewer’s Alley Wine: Showroom Cocktails: McClintock Distilling Co and Tenth Ward Distilling Co 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 11 through September 28. 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 and cocktails, and food is available for purchase on site. No outside beverages or coolers allowed. Free water is available inside the event. Presented by DARCARS Toyota of Frederick. 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 […]

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N2N at Alive @ Five

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Carroll Creek Amphitheater

Angels in America, Part II: Perestroika is the second installment of Tony Kushner’s Pulitzer Prize-winning magnum opus, which has left an indelible mark on the world of theater. This compelling drama delves deeper into the lives, struggles, and triumphs of its diverse cast of characters against the backdrop of the 1980s AIDS epidemic. With unflinching honesty, the production confronts social and political issues that remain relevant even today.

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Angels in America Part II: Perestroika @ Maryland Ensemble Theater

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Maryland Ensemble Theatre

This versatile artist and powerful activist blends roots, rock, R&B, and folk with lyrical prowess.

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Kyshona

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New Spire Stages

Girls Night Out social with shopping, aura photos & more.

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Girl’s Night Out @ Frederick MADE

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Frederick MADE

Performance artists, musicians, poets, actors — meet Frederick’s newest performance workshop and open stage: SEE WHAT STICKS at the FAC Art Center. Artists are welcome to workshop emerging projects in our space and see what sticks. Stay after the performances for a brief discussion and debrief as participating artists continue to fine-tune their work. Artists can set up at 7:00 Performances start at 8:00 ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT: Please note that there is a step to enter the first floor of the building.

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See What Sticks: Open Stage

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FAC Art Center

Enjoy an evening of dynamic performance, improvisation, and passionate music delivered by a cast of the most sought-after award-winning flamenco artists.

Sep

Tablao Flamenco

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New Spire Stages

See some of the area’s most hilarious up-and-coming stand-up comedians. This show features up to 5 stand-up acts that will surely leave you laughing!

Sep

Stand Up Comedy @ Maryland Ensemble Theatre

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Maryland Ensemble Theatre

Support local artisans and makers during our September Makers Market at Frederick MADE.

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September Makers Market @ Frederick MADE

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Frederick MADE

An enchanting story for all ages with a wonderful dose of humor, the majesty of classical ballet, and the promise of “happily ever after.” A part of the World Ballet Series, Cinderella is performed live by a multinational cast of 40 professional ballet dancers gathered to bring the most celebrated fairy tale to life. A visually stunning production accompanied by Sergei Prokofiev’s passionate celebrated score, over 150 hand-sewn radiant costumes, richly detailed hand-crafted sets, and sparkling choreography by Marina Kesler. And don’t forget – when the clock strikes midnight…

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World Ballet Series: CINDERELLA

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Weinberg Center for the Arts

Join us for an afternoon of spooky Hocus Pocus fun. You have 6 different designs to choose from. Please make sure to sign up before Sept. 7th to ensure you get exactly the one you have fallen in love with. These measure 21” around and are made from high quality wood. No experience necessary and very simple and easy to paint. They all will come out looking like a professional created your new home décor. All tickets include a Pint of Beer or Hard Seltzer. AGES 21+

Frederick is known as the City of Clustered Spires—attributed to the skyline created by its many places of worship. The religious institutions located within Downtown Frederick are listed below.

All Saints Episcopal Church

Asbury United Methodist Church

Beth Sholom Congregation

Calvary United Methodist Church

Centennial Memorial United Methodist Church

Chabad Lubavitch of Frederick

Christian Science Society

Evangelical Lutheran Church

Evangelical Reformed Church

Frederick Presbyterian Church

Grace United Church of Christ

Quinn Chapel AME

Sanctuary Progressive

St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church

Treasures of the Heart Worship Center

Upcoming Downtown Events

Maryland Restaurant Week

Brain Boost: Doing Business in Frederick (And How the City Can Help!) @ Cowork Frederick

Sass Choice Awards Gala @ Tenth Ward Distillery

Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick @ Brewer’s Alley

Lafayette Gilchrist

AARCH Society African American History Walking Tours

23rd Birthday Bash @ Dancing Bear Toys & Games!

Direct From Sweden: The Music of ABBA

Snack & Shop and Book Swap @ Frederick MADE

Sherlock Sunday with Endangered Species (theatre) Project @ FAC’s Sky Stage

Bear Cubs Group @ Dancing Bear Toys and Games

Girl’s Night Out @ Heritage Frederick

Yoga on the Creek by Sol Yoga

N2N at Alive @ Five

Angels in America Part II: Perestroika @ Maryland Ensemble Theater

Kyshona

Girl’s Night Out @ Frederick MADE

See What Sticks: Open Stage

Tablao Flamenco

Stand Up Comedy @ Maryland Ensemble Theatre

September Makers Market @ Frederick MADE

World Ballet Series: CINDERELLA

Hocus Pocus Sign Workshop @ Rockwell Brewery East

Game Night @ Olde Mother Brewing Co.

Celebration Soiree @ Union Mills Public House

Interactive Community Drum Circle @ FAC’s Sky Stage

Martha Redbone Roots Project

Fall Flea & Craft Swap @ Frederick MADE

October First Saturday

Frederick Hispanic Heritage Festival

Murder & Mayhem Walking Tour with Heritage Frederick

Versa-Style Dance Company

Sunday Artwalk

Autumn Gems: Fall Workshop Series @ Dancing Bear Toys

Bear Cubs Group @ Dancing Bear

Cotivation Sprints @ Cowork Frederick

BLIPPI: The Wonderful World Tour

Three Phenomenal Picture Book Creators Are Coming to Frederick!

Game Night for Parents @ Frederick Social!

72 Film Fest

Yes And at Maryland Ensemble Theatre Comedy Night

Crochet a Sweater for Your Plush Pals: Fall Workshop Series @ Dancing Bear Toys

Oasis in the Sun Tour feat. Pablo Cruise and Jim Messina

Frederick Reads Returns this Fall with Acclaimed Musician & Author Michelle Zauner

Frederick Reads- Michelle Zauner

Author Talk and Signing with Richard Chizmar @ C. Burr Artz Library

Storytime in the Heritage Garden @ Heritage Frederick

The Reader: A Witchy Book Fair for Adults @ Attaboy Barrel House

Brain Boost: How to Create a Podcast to Elevate Your Business @ Cowork Frederick

Angels in America Part 1: Millennium Approaches @ Maryland Ensemble Theater

Travis Tritt 2023

Oh, Crit! Dungeons & Dragons Inspired Improv @ Maryland Ensemble Theater

October Makers Market @ Frederick MADE

The Canterville Ghost with Endangered Species Project @ FAC’s Sky Stage

Make Your Own Loopdedoo Bracelet: Fall Workshop Series @ Dancing Bear

The History of Voter Suppression and the Pathway Forward with AARCH Society @ The Delaplaine

Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live: King For A Day!

Trevor Watts and Jamie Harris

Ensemble Sangineto

A Hallmark Inspired Improv Performance @ Maryland Ensemble Theater

Not-So-Spooky Family Storytime in Costume @ C Burr Artz Library

Canines on the Creek: Doggy Parade & Costume Contest

AARCH Society 2023 Unity Ball