Events • Downtown Frederick Partnership

On any given visit to Downtown Frederick, you can enjoy live entertainment and fine art, shopping and dining. We’ve also got a calendar chockfull of events. Whether you’re feeling a yen for culture, looking for a unique gift for a friend or craving fine dining, we’ve got you covered.

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The “Sailing Through the Winter Solstice” flotilla launches on Saturday, November 17, beginning at 10 AM…. rain, snow or shine! The boats will remain on the creek through the first weekend of February, when Downtown Frederick Partnership hosts February First Saturday, “Fire in Ice.” Learn more about this special project at www.coloronthecreek.com

Sailing Through the Winter Solstice

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Every Saturday we offer a FREE class to educate home buyers who are INTERESTED IN PURCHASING A HOME WITH $0 DOWN! Stop in our office for this FREE class to learn about grant programs and how to get into your home with $0/down. We have coffee and doughnuts while we review the process in a fun, no-pressure, laid-back environment. No need to register, just come see us at 10:45 am. No obligation – empower yourself in under one hour! Mike Muren, Premier Group of Long & Foster Real Estate Class meets at the Long & Foster Retail Office, 244 N Market St in Downtown Frederick, MD 21701.

Free Home Buyer Class

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Whether you want to create an extra-special package for that extra-special present, or you just want a break from the hustle and bustle of searching for the perfect gift – give yourself a well-deserved “maker-break” – turn your imagination loose, let your sense of color and style take over and create your own holiday paper. You don’t even have to use it for wrapping, you may decide to keep it for yourself!

Make Your Own Wrapping Paper

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The ArtistAngle Gallery

New work by Robert Strasser in clay, cards and prints, and paintings by Paul Tooley and Craig Cavin will be on view. Live music as possible, bring your own instrument and play. Also available by appointment. Call: 240-285-8188

Earth Expressions 2018 Holiday Open Studio Sale

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The Griffin Art Center

For registration and the most up to date Carriage Ride information, visit www.cityoffrederick.com or contact the City of Frederick Parks & Recreation Department at 301.600.1492 (M-F 8:30am-6:30pm) or 301.600.1450 (weekends). Holiday Weekend Carriage Rides Come and enjoy a carriage ride through the Frederick Town Historic District during the holiday season. The carriage will leave every 30 minutes for a memorable holiday ride with family and friends. The wagons will be led by a team of Belgium Draft Mules and/or a team of Percheron horses, and will hold 12 people. Fee: $10 per person (children 2 and under are free on their parent’s laps). Pre-registration is recommended. Tickets will be sold for available slots only. Maximum number of riders for each ride will be 12. Dates and Times: Holiday Weekend Carriage Rides Saturday, December 1, 4-8pm / one wagon with the option of a 2nd once full Saturday, December 8, 4-8pm / 2 wagons Sunday, December 9, 4-8pm / 2 wagons Friday, December 14, 5-9pm Saturday, December 15, 4-8pm Sunday, December 16, 4-8pm / 2 wagons Friday, December 21, 5-9pm Saturday, December 22, 4-8pm Sunday, December 23, 4-8pm Friday, December 28, 5-9pm Saturday, December 29, 4-8pm / 2 wagons Sunday, December 30, 4-8pm […]

Holiday Carriage Rides

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Downtown Frederick

Shop local this winter and Get it Downtown! Presented by Frederick County Bank.

December Saturdays

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Woven together through historical accounts and true documented stories of the paranormal, this tour takes you where no other tour dares to go! A nighttime excursion through “MARYLAND’S MOST HAUNTED CITY!” Hear about gruesome acts of revenge, horrific deeds, spiteful exploits, blood-thirsty mobs, grave robbing, embalming the dead, and so much more! Uncover politically savvy and defiant citizens, patriots from the Revolutionary War, beckoning soldiers from the Civil War, the infamous, the unknown, and the unexplained. Tours are 90-minutes in length. Reservations required. Learn more at www.marylandghosttours.com. Private Group Tours available on “Non-Scheduled” nights year-round.

Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick

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As a last-minute bonus edition of the MET’s Comedy Night lineup, local podcasters Now Available on Video Cassette and Castwave Studios will be hosting a live riffing of Frank Capra’s holiday classic “It’s A Wonderful Life”! All proceeds will be going to charity efforts with the Frederick Food Bank!

Castwave Holiday Special

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Maryland Ensemble Theatre

Come celebrate the winter season at this dog friendly event! Meet new people, enjoy complimentary hot apple cider (for people) and treats (for pups), enter a raffle for fun pet-themed prizes, view beautiful pet portrait art, and get training tips for your dog. A mini pop-up shop table features pet-themed gifts that make great stocking stuffers, but no purchase is necessary to participate. Dogs that are non-aggressive toward other dogs and people are welcome to participate. Event sponsors: maxiBOWdaxi Frederick Grooming Salon, K9 Harmony, Critter Critter Creations, Jane Dikinson Dog Walking, Durango Dog Company. Sunday, December 16, 1:00 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the maxiBOWdaxi Frederick Grooming Salon, 502 E. Church Street, Frederick, MD (free parking is available in the parking lot to the left of the salon)

Say Hello to Winter Dog Party!

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Celebrate the Christmas season at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine. Join us in the Delaplaine Randall Conference Room on select Sundays in December (December 2, December 16, December 23) at 2:30 PM as NMCWM volunteer Brad Stone details the history behind the celebration of Christmas during the Civil War while dressed as Civil War Santa himself. The Civil War shaped the way we celebrate the holiday season in the United States in surprising ways. One of the most surprising is the depiction of Santa Claus, as Civil War era illustrator Thomas Nast toyed with images of the jolly elf during the conflict. Mr. Stone will detail this and many other surprising parallels between Christmas in the 1800’s and today. Kids of all ages will enjoy meeting the original Santa Claus. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to discover the origins of Christmas in the United States. The presentation is included with admission to the National Museum of Civil War Medicine and FREE for NMCWM members.

Christmas and the Civil War

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National Museum of Civil War Medicine

A gift, made by you, for a loved one. What could be better? Sharing in the holiday spirit as a community, donating to a wonderful non-profit, SHIP, and having the support you need to make a special gift. Reserve your space or group and come to the studio anytime within the time frame defined, pay $12 and stay for as little or as long as you like. Perfect for groups of friends looking for an activity before/after dinner or drinks, parent/child making something special for the holidays or just a gift to yourself. Space limited to 8 to allow for fair assistance among participants. Reserving your space is recommended. Find more info here. What’s included in the $12: Use of tools Gift wrap Instruction, resources and finisher of projects 10% Donation to SHIP Project Price List (pay per project): Necklace $15 Earrings $15 Bracelet w/ Clasp $10 Bracelet w/o Clasp $5 This, like the other classes, is for a wide range of skill levels and ages. Want to bring your child in to make something special for someone this holiday season? Ages 6 and up. Want to reserve your spot with some friends before or after dinner/drinks? Perfect festive evening (wine […]

Holiday Gift Making Workshop : Jewelry

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Give Rise Studio

Every Thursday is now ladies night! 1/2 price all drinks (including top shelf) from 5PM until close. More info at blackhogbbq.com.

Ladies Night (Every Thursday)

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Black Hog BBQ & Bar

Are your in-laws coming into town for the holiday? Need something to impress them? If you won the title of “Ugliest Sweater” at our party, we’re SURE that would do the trick! From 7-10, we’ll be featuring Flying Dog’s Last Chance Holiday Gift Package beers paired with a few of our chef’s delectable desserts. For every beer, you get a raffle ticket for the chance to win some SWAG from Flying Dog! For the UGLIEST Sweater…..there will be a Grand Prize 😀 But you have to be there to find out what it is 😉 www.jojosrestauranttaphouse.com www.flyingdog.com

Ugly Sweater Party

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JoJo's Restaurant & Tap House

We will be having the owner of Vietri and author of her children’s book, “The Magic of Old St. Nick. The Adventure Begins” here to sign her books. She will also sign pieces of “Old St. Nick” pottery as well.

Children’s Book Signing at Creme de la Creme

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Creme de la Creme

Come do your last minute holiday shopping with us! Shop local while drinking local 😉 Vendor list below. Lindsay Elizabeth Art – Watercolor and acrylic art with a vibrant color scheme perfect for your home decor. At the holiday market Lindsay will be selling gift items such as ornaments, paintings, original hand-painted earrings, and more. Follow her on Instagram Lindsay Elizabeth Art Jessica Sansbury- Handmade leather goods, built to last. From bags and pet gear to small accessories, find a one of a kind gift for anyone! Courtney Eckhard- ChloeLynn Studio has genuine and faux leather hair bows and earrings for sale. Romina Nally- Bumblebee by Romi will be selling her hand-made greeting cards, hand-foiled prints/wall art, wood burned Christmas ornaments and hand-made dream catchers. Matthew Mitchell- Local artist aspiring to be a last minute gift idea or unique part of your art wall project, shelfie, and desk decor. @matthewmitchellart Julie Fanning- Hand made basic, “good for you” soaps & skin products with natural, responsibly cultivated, high-quality ingredients, including soaps, lotion bars, whipped body butters, beard balms & oils, bath salts….SimpliArtisan.com Sue Leveille- Handmade jewelry and fun jewelry making kits. The jewelry is handcrafted out of carefully selected semi -precious stones, […]

Holiday Market

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Enjoy the annual Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Worship this holiday season in Downtown Frederick. This special open house celebrates Frederick’s tradition of religious diversity, local history, and the holiday season on Wednesday, December 26, 2018 from 4:00-9:00pm. This is Frederick’s most popular church tour and is a great opportunity to step inside some of its most beautiful buildings. As the sun begins to set, visitors can tour many of Frederick’s famous clustered spires and other historic houses of worship by candlelight. Guests will be welcomed with special programs, angelic choirs, and nativity scenes. Stop by the Information Center at 19 E Church Street to pick up a printed map of participating sites and other information about Frederick including dining, shopping, and lodging guides. Parking garages are indicated on the map, which you can view online at visitfrederick.org. There is a fee of $1 per hour at garages. Meters in Downtown Frederick are free after 5pm. Vehicles with disability placard can park for free in metered spots for double the time. Visit www.parkfrederick.org for additional information.

Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Worship

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The Frederick Flute Choir is pleased to announce their 30th Season concertizing in the in the Mid-Atlantic Region. The Choir has given more than 180 performances in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania and the District of Columbia. Highlights include performances at the Kennedy Center, White House, National Flute Associations National Convention and dozens of venues in and around Frederick County since 1989. The Frederick Flute Choir will be performing in Downtown Frederick on December 26, during the Frederick Church Tour at Evangelical Lutheran Church. The Founder and Music Director is Jennings A. Glenn. The Choir is a 501c3 Non-Profit organization. Additional information on the Choir can be found at www.FrederickFluteChoir.com or on Facebook.

Frederick Flute Choir

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Evangelical Lutheran Church

What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve? Join us on December 31st at WKOnTheCreek where we’re excited to offer a very special menu, tailored for your style of celebrating. Don’t miss this opportunity to greet 2019 eating and drinking the best of the best with the best of the best. FREDERICK MENU Let’s just get in the car and drive…OR, come spend NYE with us at the Wine Kitchen On The Creek and take a culinary tour of our beautiful country without leaving your table. $100/per person (with optional American Pairing $45). Find us on Open Table for reservations.

Wine Kitchen New Year’s Eve Dinner

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The Wine Kitchen on the Creek

Join us again this year as we throw one of the biggest & most-fun “All Inclusive” NYE Parties in the area! Heavy Hors D’oeuvres from 8pm – 11:30pm, Open Bar 8pm – 1am, Champagne Toast @ Midnight, & Live Party Music featuring “Girls Night Out”! BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW, PRICE GOES UP THE CLOSER WE GET TO THE PARTY! TICKETS $50 per person NOW through 12/16 $65 per person 12/17 – 12/23 $75 per person 12/24 – 12/31 We’ve got room for you and 300 of your closest friends, don’t wait! All you need to do is dress up a bit, bring your good energy, a little tip money, & have a real good, real good time! * 21+ Event – Must have proper state issued identification – Sorry no vertical id’s

4th Annual “Blue Side” All-In New Year’s Eve Party!

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The Blue Side Tavern

Celebrate the new year at JoJo’s Restaurant & Tap House during our annual New Year’s Eve party! We’ll dance the night away with The Voodoo Blues, and cheers to the new year together with a champagne toast. There’s no cover at our party, but you’re going to want to get here early because space is limited! Music: 10pm-1am Dinner: 4-11pm Late Night Munchies: 11pm-1am www.thevoodooblues.com www.jojosrestauranttaphouse.com

JoJo’s New Year’s Eve Party

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JoJo's Restaurant & Tap House

Each year, the Partnership tackles strategic initiatives to bring more residents and employees to Downtown Frederick, offers an exciting season of events and works closely with downtown businesses and partners to continue to strengthen and improve Downtown Frederick.

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