Here, museums meet martini bars, scenic landscapes provide thrill seekers with adventure, and cutting-edge cuisine is served up in Civil War-era buildings alongside unique specialty shops, galleries, museums, and theaters.
Located less than one hour from Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Gettysburg, the city of Frederick, Maryland is surrounded by mountain views, wineries, orchards and vibrant Main Street communities. Visitors can hike the Appalachian Trail, visit local breweries, and tour a battlefield all in one day.
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Explore Frederick County Maryland
Downtown Frederick
More than 200 specialty shops, art galleries, breweries, distilleries, and restaurants call Downtown Frederick home. Quaint small town charm and picturesque scenes are everywhere you look.
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East County
Eastern Frederick County continues to maintain the agricultural identity that has sustained it since the County's founding in 1748. Among rolling hills and small towns, you'll find farm fresh produce, farm breweries, wineries, and plenty of fun for the whole family.
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South County
Known for its railroad and canal heritage, abundant outdoor recreational opportunities, quaint shops and eateries, southern Frederick County is home to many opportunities to explore places where history and outdoor recreation collide.
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West County
The wide Middletown Valley is home to charming Main Street Middletown with shops, dining, and centuries of history to explore. South Mountain stands on the western edge of the region, with a series of state parks and the Appalachian Trail offering opportunities to explore the outdoors.
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Alive @ Five
- Carroll Creek Park
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Fall Fun Festival
- Gaver Farm
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The Great Frederick Fair
- Frederick Fairgrounds
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Frederick's Oktoberfest
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The Frederick
Field Guide
A Story with Every Step
A Story with Every Step
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Few places in Maryland have as much important Civil War history as Frederick County. Just like today, important roads brought business, industry, and travelers to Frederick in the…
Explore the past with a visit to Main Street Middletown
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Walking along Main Street in historic Middletown is like journeying back into the…
Top Foods at the Great Frederick Fair
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The Great Frederick Fair returns to the Frederick Fairgrounds on September 15-23…
Frederick's Oktoberfest - An Authentic German Experience
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Frederick's Oktoberfest returns to the Frederick Fairgrounds on September 29-30…
Gateway to the Mountains - A guide to visiting Thurmont, MD
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The name Thurmont roughly translates to Gateway to the Mountains, and Thurmont Main…
The Great Frederick Fair
Frederick County's single largest event, featuring 18,000 competitive exhibits, ranging from livestock, home arts, farm…
Frederick's Oktoberfest
Celebrate German heritage in the style of the traditional German Volksfest (Folk Festival).
Catoctin Colorfest
Colorfest, established in 1963, is one of the largest outdoor craft shows on the East Coast! The Colorfest is not just an…
Oktoberfest at Schifferstadt
Experience Oktoberfest at one of Frederick’s oldest and most historic buildings as the grounds of Schifferstadt are…
Kris Kringle Procession
Join us for the Annual Kris Kringle Procession sponsored by Wawa and presented in partnership with Key 103 through the…
Hiking can be enjoyed year round in Frederick County. Trails vary from easy to moderate, and, in a few cases, slightly strenuous, for the more seasoned adventurer. Here are 10 opportunities to commune with nature, geology, history and culture.
Frederick offers bicycle routes and trails for riders of all skill levels. The picturesque 40-mile Covered Bridge route is perfect for touring and road cyclists, taking you to all three of Frederick’s historic covered bridges. Pick up the pace and explore the county on two wheels!
Road Trip
Frederick, Maryland is the perfect place to enjoy a good old fashioned family road trip! Take it slow and enjoy the…
Places to Stay
Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, Frederick County offers a wide variety of hotel and motel…
Getaway Itineraries
Create lasting memories with your kids on a family road trip. Celebrate your anniversary with a luxurious couples…
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Unique Craft Beverage Purveyors
Drink in the view while sampling locally-produced wine, hard-cider, mead, brews, and spirits in Frederick County, Maryland
Where's Your Next Drink
Discover the wineries of Frederick County, Maryland. Sit back, relax and enjoy a personally guided luxury tour to your choice of the finest wineries in the area. View All
Black Ankle Vineyards
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Catoctin Breeze Vineyard
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Linganore Winecellars
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Orchid Cellar Meadery and Winery
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Hidden Hills Farm and Vineyard
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Springfield Manor Winery Distillery Brewery
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Loew Vineyards
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Frederick, Maryland is home to the ever-growing craft brewery scene. With an array of options, you might choose a brewery located in an amazing downtown historic building; or maybe you will choose a farm brewery and take in the beautiful mountain views. View All
Attaboy Beer
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Milkhouse Brewery at Stillpoint Farm
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Smoketown Brewing Station
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Red Shedman Farm Brewery
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Idiom Brewing Co.
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Olde Mother Brewing Company
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Rockwell Brewery
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Locally distilled spirits are available to taste at many of Frederick's best venues! Take a tour and sample products like whiskey, gin, vodka, and more. Discover Frederick's remarkable distilling history going back to the decades before Prohibition and its rebirth in the 2010s. View All
McClintock Distilling Company
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Tenth Ward Distilling Company
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Puerto Rico Distillery
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Dragon Distillery
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