Looking for things to do in Frederick, Maryland?
Each week, we feature a round up of Chamber events and Chamber member happenings to keep you informed on things to do in Frederick, Maryland.
If you’re looking for more things to do in Frederick, Maryland throughout the month or year, please click over to our Frederick County Chamber of Commerce Events Calendar or consult our Member Events Calendar for more information.
Things to do in Frederick, Maryland: May 25 – May 31
Things to Do in Frederick: Saturday, May 25, 2019
Photo Courtesy Museum of Civil War Medicine
Frederick Civil War Hospital Downtown Walking Tour
Docents from the National Museum of Civil War Medicine will explain how Frederick became “One Vast Hospital.” Arguably the most trying moment in city’s history came after the Battle of Antietam in the fall of 1862. The town’s population doubled when 8,000 wounded soldiers were delivered by ambulance to make-shift hospitals throughout Frederick.
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.
Throughout the American Civil War, Frederick, Maryland played a vital role to both Union and Confederate armies. Soldiers marched beneath the “Clustered Spires” on their way to battles at Antietam, Gettysburg, and Monocacy. The “One Vast Hospital” tour focuses on the wreckage left behind.
These will be “pay-what-you-please” tours and will begin at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine at 48 E. Patrick Street in Downtown Frederick. The tour will gather in the museum’s lobby area.
Living History at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine
Join us for a special living history event at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine featuring the Blue and Gray Hospital Association.
Members of the Blue and Gray will be at the museum throughout the day describing the medical history of America’s bloodiest conflict. Dressed in Civil War-attire and armed with period medical equipment, the unit brings a unique perspective to understanding the conflict.
Included with Admission to the Museum; FREE for members of the National Museum of Civil War Medicine
The Blue and Gray Hospital Association are a Civil War living history organization that includes members from PA, MD, VA, & WV. Founded January 1, 2012, the Blue and Gray participate in a variety of different educational activities which include living histories, historical workshops, field trips, lectures and presentations. The association includes a medical staff, a chaplain, privates, nurses, laundress, seamstresses, and cooks.
Pride and Prejudice at The MET
The outspoken Elizabeth Bennet faces mounting pressure from her status-conscious mother to secure a suitable marriage. But is marriage suitable for a woman of Elizabeth’s intelligence and independence? Especially when the irritating, aloof, self-involved…tall, vaguely handsome, and impossibly aristocratic Mr. Darcy keeps popping up at every turn? Jane Austen’s romantic classic “Pride and Prejudice” is given a hilarious twist in this new adaptation from Kate Hamill. For mature audience.
Things to Do in Frederick: Sunday, May 26, 2019
Photo via River & Trail
Boat & Brew Smoketown
The 4.5 mile kayaking trip begins behind Bird Sanctuary Island, home to nesting Blue Herons and wild ducks and includes Class II+ Knoxville Falls. After the paddle, enjoy the taste of craft beer at the New Smoketown Brewery only minutes away in Brunswick, MD. To top the day off, enjoy the savory taste of garlic knots and gourmet white pizza from the locals’ favorite eatery.
Things to Do in Frederick: Tuesday, May 28, 2019
WBN After Work Social
Things to Do In Frederick: Wednesday, May 29, 2019
Be Resilient Evening Retreat
Things to Do in Frederick: Thursday, May 30, 2019
Generation Connect: Networking Mixer at Linganore Winecellars/Red Shedman Brewery
Join the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce young professionals group, Generation Connect for an evening of networking at Linganore Winecellars and Red Shedman Brewery. Come meet other young professionals from Frederick County businesses that are looking to engage with their community and increase their business circle. Linganore Winecellars will be offering special discounts on wine tastings. Come enjoy the fantastic outdoor patio space, tour through the tasting room while making some new connections!
This event comes with a cause! Sip For Summer Camp……supporting the Boy’s and Girl’s Club of Frederick County, 100% of ticket sales revenue will go to support local boys and girls to attend summer camp with BGC.
Generation Connect will be unveiling upcoming events that keep you educated and connected with topics and ideas affecting young professionals today.
Sponsor opportunities are available for this event.
Blues Fest Garden Party Fundrasier
Photo by Mike Hall via Downtown Frederick Partnership
Alive @ Five
F3 Tech Symposium at FCC
Photo Courtesy Visit Frederick
Yoga on the Creek
Things to Do in Frederick: Friday, May 31, 2019
Photo Courtesy Downtown Frederick Partnership
26th Annual Frederick Festival of the Arts
Celebrating 26 years, the Frederick Festival of the Arts invites art lovers to enjoy a showcase of the finest national artists. Vendors are hand-picked by local art enthusiasts, giving all who attend the best of quality fine art. There will be over 120 exhibitors featuring diverse mediums including jewelry, clay, painting, sculpture, metal, leather, digital, fiber, wood, photography, wood, and mixed-media. Bring the family for food, music, and exceptional art!
Friday Night Event is a free, public concert from 6-8pm featuring local favorite the Original Booze Brothers. Beer, wine and snacks available for purchase.
Member events featured here are taken directly from our member calendar. To be sure your events are included, please enter them into the calendar at least 10 days before the event day.
Frederick Chamber Insights is a news outlet of the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce. For more information about membership, programs and initiatives, please visit our website.