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: December 15
Festival of Trees
Join us for a special VIP reception to celebrate Festival of Trees! Enjoy live holiday music by the Connie Guy Trio, heavy hors d’oeuvres by Canapés Catering, wine, beer and assorted nonalcoholic beverages while you tour the trees. Enjoy a Silent Auction and fun-filled Live Auction of the trees as part of this elegant evening. Dress is cocktail attire and tickets are $75.00 per person. tickets may be purchased by credit card on our website www.frederickhistory.org. Click on Special Events and follow instruction. Questions may directed to events@frederickhistory.org or 301-663-1188 x 108.
Things to Do in Frederick: Wednesday, December 18
December Business Card Exchange
As 2019 draws to a close, we will be gathering at City Hall for our last Business Card Exchange of the year.
Join us as The City of Frederick opens their doors at 101 North Court Street and transforms City Hall into a winter wonderland. Close out your year on a high note by making lots of connections for the coming business year!
This year the City would like to recognize the following vendors that will be at the event serving up delicious fare:
This year there will be a Wreath competition between all the partner agencies that operate in Frederick County. Guests will “vote” on their favorite wreath by donations. Each $1 will be a “vote”. Money raised from the voting this year will benefit this year’s nonprofit recipient, Second Chances Garage at 528 North Market Street. They provide low cost reliable transportation and repairs to low income families in Frederick County. Wreaths will stay on display in the City Hall lobby throughout the Holiday season.
Things to Do in Frederick: Friday, December 20
Don’t miss one of the holiday season’s most inspiring events.
Each year the Festival of Lights brings the true spirit of the season to young and old alike. Holiday greetings, carols and an inspirational message are all part of this community tradition-based event that highlights the true meaning of the holiday season. Â Attendees join in the program with a moving candle lighting ceremony, filling the courtyard with magnificent light.
Things to Do in Frederick: Saturday, December 21
Christmas and the Civil War
Join us at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine as Museum Docent Brad Stone details the history behind the celebration of Christmas during the Civil War.
The Civil War shaped the way we celebrate the holiday season in the United States in surprising ways. One of the most surprising is the depiction of Santa Claus, as Civil War era illustrator Thomas Nast toyed with images of the jolly elf during the conflict that evolved into the Santa we know today in the United States.
The presentation is included with admission to the National Museum of Civil War Medicine and FREE for NMCWM members.
December Recurring Events
Pop Up Market – Brunswick Main Street
Various Dates November 15 – December 22, 2019
The PopUp Holiday Marketplace is an artisan market featuring homemade products straight from the farm and art studios to you. Visit us at 27 W Potomac Street, look around all the artistic creations, the imaginative displays and immerse yourself in the holiday spirit. Time to shop for that special someone… and for yourself!
The MET: Junie B. Jones in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells
Various Dates December 5 – December 29, 2019
Based on the children’s books by Barbara Park, this play follows the feisty and irrepressible Junie B. Jones as she plays Secret Santa to her least favorite classmate, Tattletale May. Will Junie B. give Tattletale May exactly what she thinks she deserves or will the holiday spirit force a change of heart? With plenty of laughs and life lessons, this story is the perfect holiday treat for the whole family.
The MET: The Ultimate Christmas Show
Various Dates December 5 – December 29, 2019
Tis the season for the Annual Holiday Variety Show and Christmas Pageant at St. Everybody’s Non-Denominational Universalist Church! But what’s this? None of the acts scheduled have arrived?!? Don’t cancel Christmas just yet. Three brave church members are pressed into service to perform the entire show by themselves. Festive, funny, and physical, this delightfully twisted and unhinged trip through our favorite holiday traditions will ensure an experience like no other. Packed with more than enough laughs to stuff a stocking!
Owen Meany’s Christmas Pageant
We hope to see you at the Endangered Species (theatre) Project’s Holiday production, Owen Meany’s Christmas Pageant!
The quirky and memorable Owen Meany wreaks havoc on the annual Christmas Pageant — with hilarious results!
Our pricing remains Pay-what-you-can!
Visit test-p.org for various ticket pricing options or call 301-305-1405 for reservations.
“Owen Meany’s Christmas Pageant” was Adapted by Jane Jones and Myra Platt from a few chapters of the novel “A Prayer for Owen Meany” by John Irving. The play is performed through arrangement with The Gersh Agency for John Irving.
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.
Member events featured here are taken directly from our member calendar.To be sure your events are included, please submit them into the calendar at least 10 days before the event day.