Make the most of this exciting October weekend in Frederick & beyond! There’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Halloween Bash at The Frederick Fairgrounds:
Its time for Dragon Distillery’s Halloween Bash! Get ready for a spooktacular night of fun and frights at the Frederick Fairgrounds in Building 12.
Join us on Sat Oct 19 2024 at 7:00 for a hauntingly good time. Dress your best and enjoy a night of music from DJ Spyder, dancing, and of course, delicious drinks from Dragon Distillery, including a special cocktail for the night, made with a brand new release, that will be making it’s debut at the event.
Hungry? We’ll have some of the best food trucks around to keep you fed and happy!
Don’t forget the Costume Contests! Dress your best for a chance to win some great prizes during the night! Categories for Costume Contests: Best Couples, Best Dragon Distillery Theme (medieval, fantasy), and Best Overall.
Tickets: $20
Early Bird Tickets: $19.99 *LIMITED SUPPLY*
VIP OPTION: Early entry at 6pm and reserved table for 8 people. Includes 1 drink ticket per person (up to 8) and early entry.
Don’t miss out on the most wicked party of the year!
Get your tickets NOW!
AGES 21+ ONLY
📍Frederick Fairgrounds, Building 12
Trek or Treat at Tree Trekkers:
Add some adventure to your Halloween with Trek or Treat! It’s trick or treat, but in the TREES!!!
Climb, swing, and ZIP your way through our decorated trails while collecting goodies along the way. The park will be decorated and each landing zone with have special decorations provided by our community partners!!! Wear your best costumes for a chance to WIN prizes! It’s the most thrilling Halloween adventure you don’t want to miss!!!
Dates: 10/18, 10/19, 10/25, 10/26, 10/31, 11/1
Tree Trekkers: 9560 Old National Pike, Frederick, MD 21701
Murder and Mayhem Walking Tour:
Back by popular demand! Murder and Mayhem Walking Tour
Every Saturday in October, 7-8:30pm
From burglaries and brawls to bootlegging and bedaubing (vandalism), Frederick’s history is full of all things macabre. Join us as we dive into the sordid tales of our city’s past on this special tour just in time for spooky season!
*This tour discusses violence and crime and is recommended for visitors age 12+. We leave from 24 E Church St and end at S Market St and Carroll Creek Wy*
Oktoberfest at Schifferstadt:
Join us for a festive Oktoberfest celebration at one of Frederick’s oldest and most historic buildings. Enjoy live German music, delicious food, and local beer on tap. Explore the grounds, watch historical demonstrations, and shop for unique handmade crafts.
Event Highlights:
Live German music
Traditional German food and beer
Historical demonstrations
Arts and crafts vendors
Museum tours (registration available at the gift shop)
Proceeds from the event support the preservation of Schifferstadt Historic Site and community programs of the Rotary Club of Fredericktowne.
Event Details:
Date: 10/19 @ 11AM-6PM & 10/20 @ 12PM-5PM
Location: Schifferstadt Architectural Museum, 1110 Rosemont Ave
Admission: FREE
Parking: Free parking is available along Baker Park and in nearby neighborhoods. Consider donating to park in the Frederick Church of the Brethren lot to support their mission programs.
Rain or shine!
Level Up VR, Frederick’s Newest Entertainment Center:
Level Up VR is Frederick’s Newest Entertainment Center! Featuring a variety of free-roam VR games and Escape Rooms. (Experiences can be played with 2-6 players at a time) Use our special code for 20% off: FCM20
📍922 N East St, Frederick, MD
Fall Into Brunch at Tropix Pots Cuisines Bar & Grill:
Get ready for a fall brunch to remember! 🍂🍁 Join us at @tropixpotscuisines this Sunday for a bottomless brunch filled with elegance, delicious food, and amazing entertainment ✨
Enjoy:
– A 3-course bottomless brunch buffet
– Oyster bar
– Omelette station
– Charcuterie/dessert table
– Live DJ
– Fashion show
– Giveaways & more!
📍490 Prospect Blvd
🗓️ Sunday Oct 20
⏰ 11AM-3PM
📍490 Prospect Boulevard Frederick, MD
Murder and Mayhem Walking Tour:
Back by popular demand! Murder and Mayhem Walking Tour
Every Saturday in October, 7-8:30pm
From burglaries and brawls to bootlegging and bedaubing (vandalism), Frederick’s history is full of all things macabre. Join us as we dive into the sordid tales of our city’s past on this special tour just in time for spooky season!
*This tour discusses violence and crime and is recommended for visitors age 12+. We leave from 24 E Church St and end at S Market St and Carroll Creek Wy*
Sky Stage Concert Series:
Enjoy a diverse lineup of live music under the stars at the open-air Sky Stage in historic downtown Frederick. Featuring original tunes from local and national artists, concerts take place on most Saturday evenings from May to October. All ages are welcome, and beer and wine are available for purchase with ID. Grab your tickets on Eventbrite or at the door (limited availability).
More Events on Sunday 10/20
Weekly Carillon Recitals in Baker Park
Weekly Carillon Recitals in Baker Park featuring City Carillonneur John Widmann playing the carillon of 49 bells from a mechanical keyboard with fists and feet. Bells range from 3,400 to 22 pounds of bronze and can be heard for blocks, but best in the park near the Gazebo. More info
Civil War Hospital Walking Tours:
Every Saturday and Sunday from April – September, walking tours of Frederick’s hospital sites will be available at 10:30 am on Saturdays and 2:00 pm on Sundays.
With accounts taken from the diaries and letters of the surgeons, soldiers, and civilians who were there, this guided walking tour will explore the locations of the city’s Civil War hospitals in churches, schools, and public buildings. This program is an excellent way to take in downtown Frederick as many of those same buildings still make up the historic district today.
Click here to find tickets for the weekend tour of your choice
📍National Museum of Civil War Medicine 48 E. Patrick St Frederick, MD 21701
⏰ 2:00PM
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