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Annual Events in Frederick, MD

A seasonal guide to Frederick traditions, festivals, fairs, and holiday events. Exact dates can change, so every listing links back to an official source.

Upcoming Festival Dates

Upcoming dates from our Frederick event calendar. Check the organizer for admission and registration details.

Fri, Oct 30 10:00 AM

Gaver Farm Fall Fun Fest

Gaver Farm, Mount Airy

Fall farm outing with a corn maze, farm animals, pedal karts, slides and other family attractions.

All dates & admission ages
Paid admission; see organizer
Event details
Sat, Oct 31 10:00 AM

Halloween in Downtown Frederick

Downtown Frederick businesses

Bring children in costume to trick-or-treat at participating businesses and stop for face painting at 30 North Market Street.

Free.
Event details
Sat, Oct 31 1:00 PM

Make It Market: Halloween Edition

Give Rise Studio, 125 South Carroll Street

Choose from hands-on Halloween projects, including painted decorations, cards and bracelets. Costumes are welcome.

$5 entry; individual projects $8–$10; all-project pass $40.
Event details
Sun, Nov 8 1:00 PM

Brunswick Veterans Day Parade

East and West Potomac streets

Attend the veterans ceremony, then watch community groups and parade units travel through downtown Brunswick.

See organizer for details.
Event details
Fri, Nov 13 5:00 PM

Frederick at Night

Downtown Frederick

See downtown's holiday lights, visit shops open late and stop for food during this evening celebration.

Shopping and dining priced separately; bus tour tickets required.
Event details
Fri, Nov 20 10:00 AM

Maryland Christmas Show

Frederick County Fairgrounds

Browse holiday gifts, handmade decorations and specialty foods at the fairgrounds.

All dates & admission ages
Adults $10; children 10 and under $4; parking $2.
Event details
Sat, Nov 21 Open 24 hours; lights turn on around sunset.

Sailing Through the Winter Solstice

Carroll Creek Park

Walk beside Carroll Creek to see decorated sailboats. The display is accessible around the clock; lights come on around sunset.

Daily November 21–December 31 in this calendar; the display continues into March 2027. Open 24 hours, with lights around sunset.

Free to view.
Venue guide Event details
Fri, Nov 27 9:00 AM

Frosty Friday

Downtown Frederick

Shop downtown the day after Thanksgiving, listen to holiday music and stop for seasonal activities throughout the day.

Shopping, food and drinks priced separately.
Event details
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Winter

Second weekend of February Free

Fire in Ice

Downtown Frederick winter festival with ice sculptures, Carroll Creek activities, fire performances, food trucks, and shuttle service.

Downtown Frederick and Carroll Creek Park

Verify annual details with Visit Frederick

Spring

Early May Free admission

Frederick Greek Festival

Annual cultural festival with Greek food, music, dance performances, church tours, and family activities.

West 7th Street, Frederick

Verify annual details with Visit Maryland
Mid-May Ticketed

Beyond the Garden Gates Garden Tour

Self-guided annual garden tour featuring public and private gardens in Downtown Frederick and the Baker Park area.

Downtown Frederick and Baker Park area

Verify annual details with Celebrate Frederick

Summer

July 4 Free admission; paid rides and gardens may apply

Frederick's 4th

Independence Day celebration in Baker Park with live entertainment, family amusements, food, beverage gardens, and fireworks.

121 N Bentz St, Frederick

Verify annual details with Celebrate Frederick

Fall

Mid-September Free festival admission

In The Streets

Frederick street festival with Market Street Mile, themed blocks, food vendors, nonprofit showcases, music, and craft beverage programming.

Market Street and Carroll Creek Urban Park

Verify annual details with Celebrate Frederick

Holiday

December Free

Museums by Candlelight

Holiday open house with museums, historic sites, and cultural organizations offering free admission and special programs.

Frederick County

Verify annual details with Visit Frederick

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