Entertainment & Events

Special Events

  • Cultural Arts Center of Frederick County
    15 West Patrick Street • Frederick, MD 21701
    Located in Historic Downtown Frederick
    301-662-4190
    Developed by the Frederick Arts Council, this multi-functional arts venue includes a 120-seat Black Box Theater, dance studio, rehearsal hall, conference rooms, and offices available for use by community arts organizations.  Performances, classes, and workshops are offered. more…

  • Visit Frederick Maryland -  Events List
    For family fun or a special get away day trip, there are many great things to do in Frederick Maryland. Everyone is talking about “staycations”, and why not? They are a great way to save gas money and entertain the kids. Stroll through dozens of antique shops. Or enjoy a great dinner at one of our many restaurants. Visit our many parks and historic sites to see how Frederick Maryland played a key role in the history of our country. Whatever you interests, Frederick Maryland has an adventure waiting for you. Make your Great Escape Close to Home in nearby Frederick Maryland and plan your next getaway.  Many people ask for, What is Frederick MD famous for? The historical sites listed in this pages as well as the video segments on Places Discovered will show visitors some of the many things that are famous in Frederick MD

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Concerts & Performances

  • Weinberg Center for the Arts
    20 West Patrick Street • Frederick, MD 21701
    301-600-2828
    Enjoy the best of the performing arts live at this center that is housed in Frederick’s historic 1926 Art-Deco movie palace, known as “The Jewel of Frederick.”  They offer year-round quality entertainment, such as professional music, dance, and theater performances, classic movies, and family entertainment. more…

Plays & Productions

  • Fredericktowne Players
    306 East Patrick Street • Frederick, MD 21701
    301-694-6659
    A non-profit community theatre company which produces four quality theatrical productions each season, which lasts from September to July. more…

  • Maryland Shakespeare Festival
    15 West Patrick Street • Frederick, MD 21701
    301-668-4090
    The former Shakespeare Project, the Maryland Shakespeare Festival is a professional classical theater company that brings to life the passion and relevance of Shakespeare’s plays by offering professional productions year round at their Elizabethan Playouse on West 2nd Street and outdoor performances around the state each June.  They also provide educational programs for over 15,000 students a year.   more…

  • Maryland Ensemble Theatre
    31 West Patrick Street • Frederick, MD 21701
    301-694-4744
    This theatre company features live, professional performances of contemporary and original works, including comedies, dramas, and musicals, virtually every weekend.  A professional children’s theatre is also featured on weekend afternoons and actor training classes are available. more…

  • Maryland Shakespeare Festival
    15 West Patrick Street • Frederick, MD 21701
    301-668-4090
    Maryland Shakespeare Festival is a professional and innovative classical theater company that was founded in 1999, with the vision of providing free outdoor performances of Shakespeare plays each summer.  Maryland Shakespeare Festival is structured into three distinct program areas: performance, education and performance research. more…

Art Exhibits

  • First Saturday Gallery Walk
    Located in Downtown Frederick
    301-698-8118
    Designed to showcase the best of historic downtown Frederick, this event takes place on the first Saturday of every month and includes exhibit openings, guest artists, live entertainment, and many other activities.

Festivals & Fairs

  • Family Festival at the Farm
    Held at 18 Farms
    301-694-1058
    One weekend every October, the whole family can enjoy a self-guided farm adventure with hands-on activities, displays, demonstrations, and fresh farm products. more…

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    The ultimate U.S. festivals, tourism & annual events guide. more…

Marathons & 10K Runs

  • Rebel Race: Maryland 5k and 15k Mud Runs
    7612 Willow Road • Frederick, MD 21702
    Located at Crumland Farms
    484-450-6410
    The Rebel Race Series is designed for people feeling the urge to tackle intense obstacles. From start to finish, Rebel Races military style obstacles will have you dashing, barricade-climbing, mud-crawling, rope-swinging and fire-jumping. The grueling course forces each rebel to test their physical toughness and mental endurance. Cross the finish line and bask in the glory with tons of beer, food, live entertainment, and thousands of new friends covered in mud.   more…

Sporting Events

  • Frederick Keys Baseball
    21 Stadium Drive • Frederick, MD 21703
    Located at Harry Grove Stadium
    301-662-0013
    The whole family will enjoy watching this Class A Baltimore Orioles affiliate play exciting home games in an intimate, friendly atmosphere from April to September. more…