The Frederick

Field Guide

A story with every step

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Jake Wynn

Jake Wynn is the Senior Marketing and Communications Manager for Visit Frederick. His passion is American history - something you can find in abundance in Frederick. 

How to Sail Through Winter in Downtown Frederick

A visit to Downtown Frederick, Maryland in the winter months cannot be complete without a visit to one of the most unique winter light displays anywhere in the world. On the waters of Carroll Creek Park, you'll find 29 lighted, decorated sailboats inviting you to explore this urban park at the heart…

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Top Holiday Experiences in Frederick County, MD

Frederick County, Maryland, transforms into a winter wonderland during the holiday season, with twinkling lights, festive events, and small-town charm around every corner. This guide has ideas and inspiration to make the most of a holiday visit to Frederick County, where historic traditions blend…

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Top 10 Shops for Unique Gifts in Downtown Frederick

The most remembered and appreciated gifts are unique, thoughtful, and often something the recipient didn’t know they needed. What better place to find a one of a kind item than Downtown Frederick? Check out our top ten places to find a unique gift! Retro Metro Find Gifts For: Lovers of decades…

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Top 5 Places to Find Gifts for Foodies in Frederick, MD

Frederick is a paradise for foodies! If you're looking for the perfect gift to delight the taste buds of your culinary-loving friends and family, you're in luck. The city boasts a wide array of fantastic places to buy gifts for foodies, ensuring that you'll find something extraordinary to suit every…

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Distilling It Down: Distilleries in Frederick County, MD

A growing number of micro-distilleries make their unique spirits right here in Frederick County, MD. Take a journey through the history of distilling in Frederick and the spirits you can find on a visit today. In recent years, wineries, breweries, and, most importantly for our purposes here…

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Best Food From Around The World in Frederick, MD

Travelers to Frederick will quickly come to realize that this region loves its local restaurants. Ask any local and recent traveler to the region, and you’ll probably get a long list of favorite restaurants and places to find the best beer, cocktails, or wine in Frederick County. Among these…

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Fun Fall Festivals in Frederick

The changing seasons are one of Frederick County’s most charming occasions. As the weather turns from hot to mild and leaves change from green to red, orange, and yellow, fall activities swing into full gear. With a wide variety of farm festivals and city celebrations, Frederick County is the best…

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