Things To Do
Family Meal
Modern, all-day diner from "Top Chef" runner-up Bryan Voltaggio, set in a former car dealership. We recommend the fried chicken!
Alexanders at Buckeystown
Dining with a southern flare and within walking distance from the Frederick Inn!
Black Hog BBQ & Bar
BBQ. Need we say more?
Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard
Named “Best Winery” in the July 2014 Washingtonian magazine; won 4 medals at the 2015 International Eastern Wine Competition.
Flying Dog Brewery
Visit the tasting room or schedule a tour of their brewery. Reservations are recommended. They have outdoor space and a food truck if you're hungry!
Rockwell Brewery
A local place to grab some beers and hang out. They have outdoor space for those of you who want to catch some sun. Just steps from Family Meal!
Rocky Point Creamery
Grab some ice cream from the creamery on Rocky Point Farm.
Butler's Orchard
A family farm with a Farmer's Market, festivals, and activities. Pick-your-own raspberries, apples, and/or pumpkins! Admission/Day Pass information on their website.
Lewis Orchards
The place for fresh produce. Pick-your-own apples and/or visit their Pumpkin Cannon!
Homestead Farm
Pick-your-own Apples and Pumpkins at Homestead Farm! A $3 per person deposit is collected upon entry into pick-your-own areas. Deposit applied toward pick-your-own total at check out. Pre-picked goodies are available in their market. Open 7 Days a Week: 9am-5pm (Market Open 'til 6pm).
The Great Frederick Fair/Frederick Fairgrounds
Home to not only the annual fair, but also many auctions, car shows, races, and events. Come early and check out the Farmer's Market open from 8AM until 2PM on Saturday!
Monocacy National Battlefield
The Civil War site is one of Frederick, Maryland's most notable historic attractions where the Battle of Monocacy Junction was fought on July 9, 1864. The battle was one of the last that the Confederates carried out in Union territory and saved Washington DC from being attacked. Take a walking tour and stop by the Visitor Center to see electronic maps, historical artifacts and interpretive displays.
National Museum of Civil War Medicine
Located in Downtown Frederick, Maryland, the museum contains five galleries and more than 1200 artifacts that illustrate the medical story of the American Civil War. Visitors learn about the history of medical care and technology as it relates to the military and the wounded. There is also a gift shop and research facility. For more information, visit www.civilwarmed.org
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park
The national historic park runs 184.5 miles from Cumberland, Maryland to Georgetown in Washington DC. The towpath along the C & O Canal is a popular bike trail with gorgeous scenery. The western terminus of the canal offers canal boat tours, scenic railroad excursions, dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation. The Cumberland C&O Canal National Historical Park Visitor Center offers interpretive exhibits on the transportation history of the region.
Weinberg Center for the Arts
Looking for something fun to do to entertain the whole family? The 1926 restored movie palace, located in Downtown Frederick, is a thriving state-of-the-art theater that features a variety of concert and theatrical performances. For schedules and more information, visit www.weinbergcenter.org.
Downtown Frederick
Downtown Frederick boasts over 200 antique shops, many within easy walking distance of each other. The historic area includes retail shops specializing in home furnishings, fashion, outdoor gear, toys, specialty foods, books, art and more.
Baker Park
The 44 acre park, located in Downtown Frederick features a carillon, a lake, a public swimming pool, tennis courts, athletic fields and several playgrounds.
Frederick Wine Trail
The Frederick Wine Trail is made up of six wineries and their combined 120 acres of vineyards. Enjoy a ride through the Maryland countryside and discover some of Frederick County's best agricultural bounty with its beautiful vineyards and outstanding wines.