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Frederick
IS ALWAYS FESTIVE
MARYLAND
IRON FESTIVAL
Thurmont | May
Discover the stories
behind blacksmithing and
casting in Maryland with
demonstrations, guided tours
of historic Catoctin Furnace,
and fun activities for the
whole family.
FREDERICK PRIDE
Downtown Frederick / June
Show your Pride and support
for Frederick’s LGBTQ+
community during this
festival on Carroll Creek
Park. Enjoy food and drinks
from local vendors, watch
Drag events and musical
performances, shop with
vendors from local businesses,
and learn about local
nonprofit organizations.
FREDERICK FESTIVAL
OF THE ARTS
Downtown Frederick | June
A juried, two-day regional
celebration of the arts.
Offerings include professional
artists from over 20 states,
representing visual media,
performing arts, local art,
and children’s crafts.
NATIONAL
CLUSTERED SPIRES
HIGH WHEEL RACE
Downtown Frederick | July
The only race of its kind in
the nation, this high wheel
(penny farthing) bike race
features racers from all over
the world. Watch qualifying
heats of racers riding antique
or replica 19th century bikes
as they compete for the
national title.
THE GREAT
FREDERICK FAIR
Frederick Fairgrounds
September
The nine-day fair includes
a carnival midway, nightly
grandstand entertainment,
agricultural exhibits,
activities, and events.
BRUNSWICK
RAILROAD DAYS
Brunswick | October
This two-day festival
celebrates Brunswick’s
railroading history with live
music, local performers,
artists, food, drinks, and train
rides on the tracks of the old
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad.
CATOCTIN COLORFEST
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Thurmont | October
Enjoy the fall foliage and
hundreds of vendors at this
nationally recognized, juried
artisan and craft show held
in scenic Thurmont.
Frederick By Candlelight
MUSEUMS BY CANDLELIGHT
Throughout Frederick County • December
Explore Frederick County’s museums and
historic sites during this special program
with free admission, providing a living
reminder of the region’s remarkable past.
Enjoy living history demonstrations, live
music, and an opportunity to spend a
day with family and friends discovering
Frederick’s past.
CANDLELIGHT TOUR
OF HISTORIC HOUSES
OF WORSHIP
Downtown Frederick • December
Visitors can tour many of
Frederick’s famous clustered spires
churches and other historic houses
of worship by candlelight. Enjoy
special programs, angelic choirs, and
nativity scenes.
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