Performing Arts in Frederick, MD

Downtown Frederick is a designated Arts & Entertainment District. The city has an extensive number of performance arts companies and venues featuring a wide variety of live entertainment. 

Experience Frederick's Theater District with the Weinberg Center for the ArtsMaryland Ensemble Theatre, and New Spire Stages to experience world-class performances by artists from all over the world. 

Performance arts offerings are scheduled each weekend and many weekday evenings as well. Time your visit to coincide with a musical, dance, or theatrical entertainment.


Attend these upcoming performances

Dragons Love Tacos Sep 23

You know what Dragons really love? Tacos of course! A boy and his dog are watching a TV show about dragons when they unexpectedly get caught up in the ‘Dos and Don’ts’ of what to serve to dragons to eat. Dragons love tacos, but if they accidentally eat spicy salsa…watch out! A…

World Ballet Series: CINDERELLA Sep 30

An enchanting story for all ages with a wonderful dose of humor, the majesty of classical ballet, and the promise of “happily ever after.” A part of the World Ballet Series, Cinderella is performed live by a multinational cast of 40 professional ballet dancers gathered to bring…

Versa-Style Dance Company Oct 07

Act 1’s Origins of Hip Hop is a high–energy, upbeat, and unadulterated street dance movement that pushes the boundaries of Locking, Popping, Hip Hop, and Krump. In Act 2, Freemind Freestyle explores the depths of improv, danced to sonic remixes of hip hop, classical, and…

72 Film Fest Oct 13

72 Film Fest returns for Year 18! In this exhilarating challenge, teams are tasked with crafting a short film within a mere 72 hours. From the rush of brainstorming to the tireless days of shooting and editing, participants will navigate a multitude of movie-making obstacles…