First Saturday is a day to show your love for local!
Support local businesses by shopping with an independent retailer, eating at a local restaurant, supporting local artists and exploring Downtown Frederick. Where you spend your money matters.
Whether you’ve lived here for years, or you’re a first time visitor, First Saturdays are a great time to discover something new about our beautiful downtown.
LOCAL SHOPPING & EVENTS
Downtown businesses celebrate First Saturday with their own unique events. From in-store tastings and gallery openings, to artist and vendor exhibitions… there’s always something new to explore! Check back as the date gets closer for a list of specific activities, or visit downtownfrederick.org/events to see what’s happening today.
Handmade Mugs | Potter’s Guild of Frederick | 10am-8pm
Walking Tour | National Museum of Civil War Medicine | 10:30am-12pm
Golf of Frederick | Throughout Downtown Frederick | 11am-4pm
Patriotic Pet Photos | The Trellis @ Carroll Creek Linear Park | 12pm-4pm
Grand Opening | Vault of Visions Art Gallery | 12pm-5pm
Swing Into Summer | Bailey’s Treasures | 12pm-6pm
Summertime Liqueur Release | Tenth Ward Distilling Company | 12pm-10pm
Ice Cream Social | Heritage Frederick | 1pm-3pm
First Saturday Activity | Dancing Bear Toys and Gifts | 1pm-3pm
Art Matters Artist Talk: Pamela Lawton | The Delaplaine | 2pm-3pm
First Saturday Creative Outlet | The Delaplaine | 3pm-5pm
Magic Show: Mystery & Mayhem | Frederick Magic Theater & Lounge | 8pm-9pm
Historic Ghost Tours | Maryland Heritage Tours | 8pm-9:40pm
SPENDING THE NIGHT?
The downtown art galleries have a treat for you! On the Sunday following First Saturdays, do the Sunday Artwalk to see live art demos, participate in community art, learn about specific techniques and materials, and much more. Check out the Sunday Artwalk event!
PARKING & TRAVEL
Access travel and parking information for Downtown Frederick at www.parkfrederick.org and download a map of downtown businesses here.
Public Restrooms can be found in the Church Street (17 E Church St) and Carroll Creek (44 E Patrick St) Public Parking Garages. Restrooms are open daily from 9AM-10PM and cleaned regularly by the City of Frederick following all relevant guidelines.
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