Celebrate Frederick coordinates many very special events for the city of Frederick, Maryland. Join us for a magical garden tour in May, movies under the stars in June, concerts in the park June through July, an all-american Independence Day celebration, family-friendly theatre in the park July through August, a colorful cultural festival in September, a main street celebration in October and great Holiday events!

For more information on the events listed below, please visit:
CelebrateFrederick.com



Summer Concert Series
6/8/2008 - 8/24/2008

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Sunday Evenings in June, July & August, 7 p.m.
Bandshell, Baker Park, Frederick
Enjoy these outdoor concerts featuring local, regional and national entertainers!  Come early to hear the beautiful bells of the Carillon at 6 p.m.  In lieu of admission, canned food donations will be collected.  For more information call 301-600-2844

Summer Nite Cinema
8/23/2008 - 9/5/2008


Bring a blanket or lawn chair and watch a FREE movie under the stars! Saturday, August 23rd - Evan Almighty (2007); Friday, September 5th - Harry Potter & The Chamber of Secrets (2002) - For more information, call OSE: 301-600-2844

Light the Creek
10/3/2008 - 10/3/2008


6- 9 p.m. - Carroll Creek Linear Park - Kick off the In the Street weekend with a live concert, wine and beer garden and the chance to give back to a local, non-profit by purchasing a luminary to be launched in to Carroll Creek. For more information call 301-600-2844

In The Street
10/4/2008 - 10/4/2008


8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Downtown Frederick
Enjoy a day full of activities including the Steeplechaser's Mile run, In The Street parade and an outdoor festival featuring five stages of live entertainment, nine block of themed entertainment, children's activities and more! Plus, look for wine and beer gardens, strolling entertainment and a variety of delicious food. For more information call 301-600-2844


On The Deck
10/4/2008 - 10/4/2008


6 - 9 p.m. - Carroll Creek Parking Deck
Conclude the In The Street festivities with this event held on the top level of the Carroll Creek Parking Deck. Enjoy live music, beer, wine and food.  Must be 21, with proper ID to attend. $. For more information call 301-600-2844

Scents & Sweets Competition
12/3/2008 - 12/3/2008


5:30 - 8 p.m. - Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, 40 S. Carroll Street
Kick off a month of Holiday-themed activities with this competition and free reception. View entries, both amateur and professional, in this contest featuring floral arrangements and gingerbread structures. For more information call 301-600-2844


Holiday Art Competition
12/3/2008 - 12/3/2008


Wednesday, December 3rd, 5:30 - 8 p.m. - Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, 40 S. Carroll Street
Local and regional artists submit entries depicting the Holidays in Frederick for this juried competition. The winning illustration is reproduced for the next year's holiday ad campaign featuring posters, postcards, ornaments and more! For more information call 301-600-2844


Kris Kringle Procession
12/5/2008 - 12/5/2008


6:30 p.m. - Downtown Frederick
Celebrate Old World Holiday magic with this parade of holiday characters marching through downtown Frederick! For more information call 301-600-2844

Candlelight House Tour
12/6/2008 - 12/7/2008


Saturday 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. & Sunday, December 7th, Noon - 4 p.m. - Downtown Frederick
This self-guided tour allows visitors a glimpse into private, historic homes decked in Holiday splendor. Tickets are $20.00 and can be purchased at a number of locations throughout downtown Frederick.  For more information call 301-600-2844
Children's Weekend
12/13/2008 - 12/14/2008

Saturday, December 13th & Sunday, December 14th
The joy of the Holiday season is embodied in the children who partake in a weekend just for them!  From ornament painting and Breakfast with Santa, to a Holiday Market for Kids and storytelling, there is something for every child. For more information call 301-600-2844


Festival of Lights
12/19/2008 - 12/19/2008


7 p.m. - Courtyard at City Hall, 101 N. Court Street
Carolers positioned throughout Downtown Frederick make their way to City Hall for a moving, inspirational ceremony at City Hall. Included in the program are carols, a short message and a candle lighting ceremony. For more information call 301-600-2844