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2008 EVENTS
See Office of Special Events for more information.
PANGAEA FREDERICK: A Festival Celebrating our Heritage
Saturday, May 10th, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. - Westridge Shopping Center on Route 40 West (The Golden Mile), Frederick
Celebrate Frederick's diversity with live entertainment, authentic merchandise from around the globe and a naturalization ceremony. For more information call 301-600-2844.
"Beyond the Garden Gates" Garden Tour
Saturday & Sunday, May 17th & 18th, 1 - 5 p.m. - Downtown Frederick
Take a peak inside some of Frederick City's most breathtaking private gardens. Tickets are $15.00 and can be purchased at a number of locations thorughout downtown Frederick. For more information call 301-600-2844.
Summer Concert Series
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.
Summerfest Family Theatre
Saturday Evenings in June & July, 6 p.m. - Bandshell, Baker Park, Frederick
Magic, music, dance and more will delight children of all ages during this series that brings the best in children's entertainment to Frederick! In lieu of admission, canned food donations will be collected. For more information call 301-600-2844.
25th ANNIVERSARY!!!
Frederick's 4th - An Independence Day Celebration
Friday, July 4th - Baker Park, Frederick
Celebrate the largest Indpendence Day celebration in Frederick County with four stages of live entertainment, a volleyball tournament, pie-eating contest, chili cook-off, children's activity zone and a spectacular fireworks display! For more information call 301-600-2844.
LIGHT THE CREEK
Friday, October 3rd, 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
Saturday, October 4th, 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
Saturday, October 4th, 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
Wednesday, December 3rd, 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
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
Friday, December 5th, 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
Saturday, December 6th, 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
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
Friday, December 19th, 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.
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