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52 FUN THINGS TO DO IN FREDERICK AND BEYOND | HELLO, FREDERICK 2022 | 3 Make moments that matter in hip & historic Frederick County, Maryland. Wander historic downtowns with locally-owned specialty shops, galleries, and theaters. Venture outdoors in National & State Parks and experience our storied past at Civil War battlefields. Indulge in world-class restaurants and unwind at dozens of tasting rooms. visitfrederick.org • 800–999–3613 Heighten YOUR SENSES EDITORS GRAHAM CULLEN | ANDY SCHOTZ CONTRIBUTING WRITERS JILLIAN ATELSEK | JACK HOGAN MARY GRACE KELLER | RYAN MARSHALL CLARA NIEL | KHUSHBOO RATHORE ANGELA ROBERTS | ANDY SCHOTZ CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS GRAHAM CULLEN | RIC DUGAN BILL GREEN | KATINA ZENTZ | SAM YU GRAPHIC DESIGN SAMANTHA BANGH PUBLISHER GEORDIE WILSON REVENUE DIRECTOR CONNIE HASTINGS ADVERTISING DIRECTOR BRITTNEY HAMILTON SALES SUPPORT NOELLE HALLMAN | SHARI KEYES ON THE COVER PHOTO BY KATINA ZENTZ Susanna Daley, 10, participates in a zip lining course at Tree Trekkers Aerial Adventure and Zipline Park off of Old National Pike on July 28. “Hello, Frederick” is published annually by The Frederick News-Post. It is distributed free inside the paper and to locations throughout and surrounding Frederick County. This year, we asked our readers to vote for their favorite things to do in Frederick and beyond to feature in the 2022 edition of Hello, Frederick 52 FUN THINGS TO DO IN FREDERICK & BEYOND
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When the temperature drops, be sure to wander down to Carroll Creek after dark to experience a nautical light show. From November through March, the nonprofit Color on the Creek sets sailboats adrift in the channel that winds through downtown Frederick. Local businesses design and sponsor the boats, which turn into elaborate light installations after sunset. Vote on your favorite by donating to the affiliated local charity – each dollar donated is one vote. The 2021-2022 Sailing through the Winter Solstice season raised more than $102,000 for charities in Frederick County. Read more at visitfrederick.org/ sailing-into-the-winter-solstice.
TAKE IN THE BOAT LIGHTS ON CARROLL CREEK Nothing says fall like a visit to a pumpkin patch. From Jumbo’s Pumpkin Patch in Middletown to Brookfield Pumpkins in Thurmont, there are plenty of destinations to choose from. Bring the family, snap some pictures and enjoy corn mazes, hay rides and other autumnal activities at many local farms.
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Where to begin? At the northern tier of the county, the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton pays homage to the first American-born saint. Visit two homes where she lived and gaze upon the Altar of Relics in the Basilica, where her remains are buried. Then head south to Thurmont and step into the Catoctin Furnace living history village, which tells the stories of free and enslaved people, ironworkers and European immigrant labor ers. In Frederick, the Monocacy National Battlefield represents a critical chapter of the Civil War. At the Barbara Fritchie House downtown, learn about a spirited citizen whose defiance of Confed erate troops inspired an 1863 poem by John Greenleaf Whittier.
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Zip on over to Tree Trekkers Aerial Adventure and Zipline Park on Old National Park in Frederick. With 15 unique trails, more than 250 obstacles, more than 30 ziplines and obstacles as high as 50 feet above the forest floor, Tree Trekkers has options for a wide range of ages and experience, including eight difficulty levels. The park spans 30 acres of protected forest and is a fun spot for birthday parties, groups, scouts, team bonding, family fun, corporate picnics and date nights. For more information, visit treetrekkersmd.com. ZIPLINING
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Nothing beats cool water splashing on your face while floating down the Potomac River. One of the best places to go for a rafting or tubing experience is Knoxville. Just across the river from Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, Knoxville is at the southern edge of Frederick County. There are just a few businesses in the Maryland side, but across the border in West Virginia and Virginia, there are more options. Be sure to take safety and experience into account before departing on a rafting, tubing, kayaking or canoeing adventure. Many of the rafts have weight limits. Different river adventures have different difficulties. a
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Enjoy music, drama and more under the stars at Sky Stage, an open-air public theater in downtown Frederick. The Revolutionary War-era building at 59 S. Carroll St. suffered a major fire in 2010, leaving it without a roof. For years, the structure sat empty, but now, you can catch programming there almost any night of the week. Check out open mic nights, performances by local artists, plays, or salsa and yoga classes. On the first Saturday of every month from May until October, shop unique finds at SkyPop, a pop-up marketplace featuring work by local makers.
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Or, customers can sample the products of various Frederick County farms and orchards by visiting McCutcheon’s Apple Products in downtown Frederick, for a wide variety of jellies, preserves, honey, hot sauces, cider, and other products.
The rich agricultural heritage of rural Frederick County provides plenty of opportunities for visiting farms and orchards to find fresh fruits and produce. From cherries and blueberries in the early summer to peaches, apples, and pears in the late summer, visitors can find a wide variety of fruit either picked on their own or bought at the fruit stand. Favorites such as Catoctin Mountain Orchard or Pryor’s Orchard , both in the Thurmont area, can satisfy anyone’s search for the perfect piece of fruit.
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Frederick is a county full of niche sports. Among them is bocce, played by residents of all ages. The game is popular enough in the county that four dedicated bocce courts were built in Baker Park in 2022. The game is played by two teams. Each team tries to get balls as close as possible to a ball known as the “jack.” The Baker Park courts are handicapped accessible. Players can walk over to the William R. Talley Recreation Center and get balls to play. Players can also rent out the courts or join Frederick Bocce for pickup games on Sundays. Find more information at frederickbocce.org.
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On the first Saturday of every month, special events bring visitors to downtown Frederick. One of the biggest First Saturday events each year is February’s Fire in Ice festival, bringing more that 14,000 visitors in a typical year. Each year, downtown businesses display custommade ice sculptures and stay open for extended hours to accommodate crowds that fill the streets. Along with the statues, there are fire pits and s’mores stations, fire dancers, and other events featuring dazzling flames to sparkle among the reflections of the ice.
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Reithoffer Shows is back to run the carnival rides. There are various individual and group promotions throughout the fair for discount prices for rides. The excitement ramps up for musical acts, such as Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, and on demolition derby and truck/tractor pull nights. For more details go to thegreatfrederickfair.com.
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Frederick County is home to more than a dozen wineries. Take in the scenic views at Catoctin Breeze Vineyard near Thurmont, which features food trucks and live music on the weekends. In Middletown, guests can taste the boozy effects of honey and grapes at Orchid Cellar Meadery and Winery . For those in the Frederick area, Hidden Hills Farm & Vineyard offers a wine drinking experience on the grounds of a 100-acre horse farm. The family behind Loew Vineyards in Mount Airy has roots in winemaking dating to the mid-1800s. To experience the full bounty of the county, try embarking on the self-guided Frederick Wine Trail .
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The fair is a go-to place for food, rides, animals, music, hundreds of vendors and so much more. This year’s Great Frederick Fair will run Sept. 16 to 24. Entrants of all ages compete in categories that show off crops and animals they raise, as well as their art, crafts and skills in many miscellaneous categories.
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June through August, Sunday nights in Baker Park are a musical delight. Starting at 7 p.m, people can enjoy free concerts from many kinds of musical genres — oldies, Afropunk, bluegrass and more — at the Baker Park Bandshell. Professional mu sicians from various backgrounds have taken to the bandshell over the years. Some notable artists include jazz guitarist Charlie Byrd, country’s Cleve Francis, and Railroad Earth with their bluegrass tunes.
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Penny farthing bicycle racing in Frederick is the wheel deal. With their large front wheel and small front wheel, these bicycles are memorable. The National Clustered Spires High Wheel Race held each summer in downtown Frederick bills itself as the only race of its kind in America. Watch racers, often wearing period clothing, pedal furiously as they navigate a 0.4-mile loop –first in qualifying heats, then in the final race. Sidewalks around the perimeter of the race course are lined with fans hollering and cheering on the competitors, who come to Frederick from as far as Europe. The 2022 race winner was from Sweden.
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Downtown Frederick is known for its breweries, and from May through September, downtown’s Alive @ Five lets people sample some of the local product and get a jump on their weekends. Every Thursday evening, the outdoor happy hour along Carroll Creek features music, beer, and food from some of Frederick’s hottest restaurants and food trucks. Although rain is always a possibility, the events provide a fun way to get out into the summer sunshine and enjoy some of the best that downtown Frederick has to offer. Go to downtownfrederick.org/upcoming-events/aliveatfive. ONE
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14 Is your bedroom screaming for a Chippendale armoire or Queen Anne-style dressing table? Bring home a piece of history by visiting one of Frederick County’s many antique shops. Be sure to drive through New Market, which bills itself as the Antiques Capital of Maryland. The town is home to shops including Fleshman’s Antiques specializing in American oak, walnut and cherry furniture — and R.P. Brady Antiques, which sells furniture and paintings. For a list of more than a dozen shops around the county, check out visitfrederick.org/ things-to-do/shopping/antiques.
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If you’re walking around in Frederick at night and feel a tap on your shoulder, but find no one there, it might have been a ghost. In Frederick, dubbed Maryland’s most haunted city, you can tour all of the haunted places in the city itself or the graves, crypts and monuments in Mount Olivet Cemetery. You can also face the paranormal in a group tour if you need others around you. Tickets for children age 8 through 12 are $9, and adult tickets are $15. Buy tickets online and see dates at marylandghosttours.com.
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MAKE YOUR WAY DOWNTOWN FOR A Bring the whole family to the Baker Park Bandshell during the summer to enjoy kid-friendly music, theater, or magic shows. Each week, Celebrate Frederick hosts a new guest to entertain children. Spread out a blanket on the grassy fields and have a picnic, or sit in the audience seats and relax. Tickets are free. The shows are a great way to meet people, get kids active, and have a great time as a family. Parents and children alike can bop along to music from artists including Laurie Berkner and Mr. Jon and Friends. For more information, go to summerfest-family-theatre.celebratefrederick.com/events/
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HIKE TRAILSTHE OR PITCH A TENT Frederick County is home to more than 40,000 acres of public parklands. Check out campsites and mountain trails at Catoctin Mountain Park, Cunningham Falls State Park, Gambrill State Park or the county’s smaller sites, like Brunswick Family Campground.
GO FOR A HIKE Lace up your hiking boots! Whether you want to explore rock formations on Catoctin Mountain, take in breathtaking views of the Middletown Valley or observe wildlife in its natural habitat, Frederick County has something for every nature lover. Experience history by hiking through Monocacy National Battlefield or South Mountain State Battlefield. Other popular trails are at Gambrill State Park, Cunningham Falls State Park, Catoctin Mountain Park and more.
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Downtown Frederick’s Carroll Creek Linear Park is host to a wide variety of events throughout the year. But few things pack people into the Creek like the Frederick Festival of the Arts. Held over a weekend in June, the festival features local and visiting artists to display jewelry, painting, sculpture, leather work, wood, photography and other media. Admission to the festival, which draws more than 100 artists, is free.
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Frederick County has several golf courses with picturesque views, challenging holes and event venues. The courses are sprinkled throughout the county, including Clustered Spires Golf Course in Frederick, Musket Ridge Golf Club in Myersville and Whiskey Creek Golf Club in Ijamsville.
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Frederick is home to a vibrant and expanding craft brewery and distillery scene. Breweries and distilleries line parts of Carroll Creek and offer outdoor seating that is ideal for taking in a summer night downtown. The craft beverage scene along the creek is a short walk from the city’s restaurants. A number of the county’s breweries partner with food trucks to get a taste of the local flavor. The county’s more rural areas and farmlands are home to craft breweries that offer splendid mountain views and a breath of fresh air to go with your drink of choice. Visit distilleriesvisitfrederick.org/eat-and-drink/breweriesvisitfrederick.org/eat-and-drink/foralistofbreweriesandtofinddistilleries.
Frederick County offers trails for every type of cyclist, from the seasoned mountain biker to the casual road pedaler. Visit the Frederick Watershed for challenging mountain biking routes, or relax among the trees as you pedal along the flat C&O Canal Towpath. For a historical adventure, ride the Frederick History Bicycle Loop, which crisscrosses through the city and features stops at 21 points of interest, like the Barbara Fritchie House and the Francis Scott Key monument.
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When Market Street closes to vehicle traffic one day each fall, from All Saints to 7th, the downtown belongs to those on foot. The city of Frederick estimates that more than 75,000 people turn out for In the Streets, which is scheduled for Sept. 10 this year. The day has a fast start with multiple heats of the Market Street Mile for men, women, youths and families. Watch for blocks with different themes, including sports (bas ketball, roller derby), art (make a comedy and tragedy mask, learn dance combinations), history (Jewish heritage, the Civil War, churches), and health and wellness (massages, acupuncture, growing organic mushrooms). Fifteen bands will perform on four stages. Go to celebratefrederick.com/events/in-the-street. IN THE STREETS festival
Take a 15-mile drive to see Frederick County’s three historical covered bridges. Utica Covered Bridge is the farthest south, moved to its current location on Utica Road in 1889. The original bridge, which crossed the Monocacy River, was washed away during a flood. Residents salvaged remains and moved them, then rebuilt the bridge to its current 101-foot-long glory. The Loy’s Station Bridge is on Old Frederick Road, south of Md. 77. It was built around 1880. The bridge was rebuilt after a fire in 1994. The wood shingles are signed by those who helped pay for the reconstruction. The third bridge, farthest north, is the Roddy Road Covered Bridge , built around 1956 just north of Thurmont and off U.S. 15. To plan a driving tour, go to covered-bridges-driving-tour.visitfrederick.org/things-to-do/tours/historic-
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Nothing tastes better on a hot day than ice cream. And ice cream is as good as it gets at Frederick’s local creameries, where it’s made from cows on local farms. Rocky Point Creamery in the Tuscarora area uses milk from its 175 cows to make ice cream right in the creamery. South Mountain Creamery near Middletown has 500 cows on the Sowers and Brusco family farm that are milked to make ice cream. Beyond those two locations, keep an eye out for the Glamourview Creamery truck, from Walkersville, who serves ice cream at various events.
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So many flavors, so little time. The event is usually held twice a year, in the Spring and Summer. Restaurants create special multi-course menus and prices. Go to restaurantweektinyurl.com/frederickhttps:// to see which restaurants are participating. 28 SAMPLE NEW FARES DURING FREDERICK RESTAURANT WEEK
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In late winter, Maryland park rangers and a sizable crowd at Cunningham Falls State Park gather around a massive cast-iron pot over a wood-fire flame to boil maple tree sap until it becomes the viscous syrup poured over pancakes and waffles. The park’s annual Maple Syrup Festival features live music, demonstrations of simmering sap to syrup, and treats drizzled with maple syrup. SYRUP FESTIVAL
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With a strong German heritage, Frederick knows how to do Oktoberfest. The city is home to multiple celebrations, at the Great Frederick Fairgrounds and at the Schifferstadt Architectural Museum. The Fairgrounds event offers free admission to anyone wearing an authentic dirndl or lederhosen, and offers tents serving such German staples as bratwurst, strudel, pretzels, and schnitzel. The Schifferstadt event is hosted at one of Frederick’s most historic buildings, and features a German band, as well as German culinary favorites. The stone house, built in 1758 by Elias Brunner on the site of his parents’ log cabin, is named after the family’s home village in Germany. Go to frederickoktoberfest.org TO ONE FREDERICK’SOF
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Take your family out to a Frederick Keys ballgame while in the city. The city’s local baseball team is a part of the MLB Draft League, offering a chance to see young talent prove why they should go to the major leagues. At Harry Grove Stadium, watch for giveaways or dress up for the latest theme, such as Star Wars. If you’re not watching the game, you can buy food, drink and Keys merchandise. A Keys game is a good place for kids, with plenty of activities and game interaction. Buy tickets at mlbdraftleague. com/frederick.
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Thurmont swells in size each year when tens of thousands of people spend the weekend there for Colorfest – a mix of food, hundreds of artisans, and other types of vendors. The activity and energy of the annual fall celebration consume the town and the surrounding area. It’s a boon for many community groups that hold fundraising food and drink sales during the two-day evening. (Watch for the apple dumplings.) The scenery of the Catoctin Mountain region is beautiful that time of year. This year, Catoctin Colorfest will be held Oct. 8 and 9, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The festival website is colorfest.org.
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Walkersville, Urbana, Thurmont, oh my! Carnival season is at its peak during the summer months. Various volunteer firefighter companies host carnivals for their towns. The events are full of food, games, and rides for the whole family to enjoy. Most carnivals last about a week. Some have presale tickets that are less expensive than tickets at the door. Ticket prices vary for each carnival, and funds go toward supporting the host fire department.
Animals from Africa, Latin and South America, Mad agascar, Eurasia, Australia and other parts of the world can be found at the Catoctin Wildlife Preserve. There are numerous opportunities for guests to get up close with animals. Take a safari ride past zebras and ostriches, feed fish at the Japanese koi pond, pet goats or ride a camel. Food and drink options for humans are limited, so bring a cooler and snack at picnic tables in the shade. The pre serve typically opens for the season in March, depending on the weather. Visit wildlifepreserve.com stay up to date on hours. There are discounts for military. VISIT YOUR FAVORITEANIMAL AT
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trolleys – so much so that the town put a vintage trolley car from the Frederick & Middletown Railroad in its new library that opened in 2019. The trolley was rescued from Braddock Mountain by the late Don Easterday in the early 1990s and restored. For years, Easterday hosted the festival on his property to highlight the town’s trolley and railroad history. In 2022, it will be held in Doub’s Meadow Park in Myersville. The festival happens each October, and is centered around trolley culture and music, mainly acoustic and bluegrass.
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It depends on your definition of “long.” During Frederick Running Festival Weekend, the twilight 5-kilometer run is held Saturday evening. The 13.1-mile half-marathon race happens Sunday morning. People can join together for a twoperson relay team for the half-marathon. Or they can take on the “nut job challenge,” which is the 5K on one day and the half-marathon the next. There’s also a kids fun run. The 2023 Frederick Running Festival will be May 6 and 7. For details, go to Myersvillefrederickrunfest.com.isknownforits
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The Weinberg Center for the Arts in Frederick began offering live theater in 1978, though its history extends back to 1926, when it was called the Tivoli. Orchestras, comedians, Broadway shows, dance, bands and more have graced its stage. Maryland Ensemble Theatre offers live performances plus ensemble classes for children and adults. There’s a summer camp, too.
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Take a guess — how tall was the tallest sunflower in the world? According to Guinness World Records, one flower grown in Germany in 2014 reached a height of a little more than 31 feet. You probably won’t find one quite as towering in Frederick County, but there is still a bounty of sunny blossoms to explore. Check out the sunflower festival at Summers Farm or the one at Valley View Acres. Both farms are in Middletown.
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Need to cool off on a hot day? Go for a swim at Cunningham Falls State Park near Thurmont. A short drive from Catoctin Mountain State Park, Cunningham Falls is home to hiking trails, Maryland’s highest cascading waterfall and Hunting Creek Lake, a popular swimming spot in the summer. The Annual Maple Syrup Festival takes place at the park every second and third weekend in March. Plan to arrive early – the park often reaches capacity early in the day. For more information, visit publiclands/pages/western/cunningham.aspx.dnr.maryland.gov/
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Take a trip out to a Frederick County farm to cut down a tree and take in the sights and smells of the holiday season. Popular choices include Gaver Farm near Mount Airy, Clemsonville Christmas Tree Farm in Union Bridge and Dreamland Christmas Tree Farm in Middletown. Many farms also offer holiday gift shops, cafes or kid-friendly activities. Visit homeg rownfrederick.com for an interactive map of tree farms around the county.
If you know how to throw a flying disc and like to golf, a game of disc golf might be a perfect way to spend your afternoon. Fun for the whole family, The object is get the disc in the basket in as few throws as possible. In Frederick, you can play at one of the many disc golf locations, such as Woodsboro Regional Park Disc Golf Course, the West Winds Disc Golf Course, and Middletown Park’s disc golf course. Take food and water with you, since many courses are out in the open or in parks.
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During the first full weekend of October, enjoy Brunswick’s Railroad Days. Brunswick is one of the hubs of the B&O Railroad, which has past and current connections to the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. Under rain or shine, you can enjoy the festival throughout the city, with food, drink, music, entertainment, crafts, vendors and more. Peruse trainthemed exhibits and buy tickets for a train ride to Shenandoah Junction, West Virginia. More information can be found as the event gets closer at brunswick railroaddays.org.
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Experience fall fun and the joy of puzzlesolving all at once. At Summers Farm Middletown, try your hand at a maze that the owners claim stumps some visitors for hours. Themes change annually and feature a design that can only be seen from the sky.
46 Despite its agricultural heritage and background, Frederick County bears little resemblance to the Wild West. But visitors looking for bucking broncos and bull riding can have their fun, too. The J Bar W Ranch in Johns ville offers bull riding events on the first and third Saturdays of the month from June through September. The family-owned operation has more than 850 head of livestock.
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Built by volunteers in 1950, the Big Slide has delighted children big and small for more than 70 years. Zip down the 40-foot-high covered slide and land in a pile of sawdust. The free attraction is owned by Mount Tabor Lutheran and United Church of Christ in Rocky Ridge. FOR
Skate Frederick offers lessons and sessions for ice skating, figure skating and hockey, as well as a pro shop, skate rentals, video games and a snack bar.
Thousands flock to the Thurmontarea Springfield Manor for the annual lavender festival in June each year. Enjoy picturesque views –with plenty of photo opportunities –plus live music, food trucks, craft demonstrations, and glasses or bottles of wine. IN AT THE Lavender Festival
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