Frederick Festival of the Arts

View on map

Arts & CultureFrederick

DatesDates TBA · Usually JuneCheck locally before booking

DurationSummerEstimate from available data

Crowd-Public scale varies

Best forPerformance, exhibitionsThe festival is distinguished by its juried

LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: USD

CategoryArts & CultureFestival type

The story

Frederick Festival of the Arts in Frederick

The Frederick Festival of the Arts is a free, two-day outdoor fine art and craft fair held each June at Carroll Creek Linear Park in downtown Frederick, Maryland. Produced by the Frederick Arts Council, the 2026 edition marked its 32nd year, making it one of the city's longest-running annual visual arts events.

The Frederick Festival of the Arts grew out of the Frederick Arts Council, a nonprofit founded roughly half a century ago to support advocacy, grants, and public programming for the visual and performing arts in Frederick County.

Your trip starts here

What is special

The part that makes it specific.

The place changes

The festival is distinguished by its juried mix of fine artists and craft artisans set directly along Carroll Creek's landscaped waterway, turning the linear park into an open-air gallery for two days each June

The mystery stays covered

It is produced by the Frederick Arts Council, an organization marking fifty years of operation in the mid-2020s, giving the festival institutional roots that predate much of downtown Frederick's recent commercial revitalization

The city starts moving

A festival kick-off cocktail party, held the evening before at a downtown restaurant with live acoustic music and a silent auction, has become part of the broader festival weekend

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The Festival of the Arts Kick-off Party

Water and renewal

Living ritual

an evening cocktail event held the day before the festival opens at a downtown restaurant with live music and a silent auction supporting participating artists

The sacred route

Living ritual

functions as the festival's traditional lead-in

The local code

Living ritual

The festival itself follows a consistent format year to year: a two-day

Tradition 5

Living ritual

juried outdoor art and craft marketplace along Carroll Creek

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually June

Getting around

For Frederick Festival of the Arts, plan transport around the exact Frederick venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Mid-June in Frederick can be warm and humid; light, breathable clothing, a sun hat, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended for a full day browsing outdoor booths along the creek...

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For Frederick Festival of the Arts, stay near the part of Frederick you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

USD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map39.41 N, 77.41 W Open in Google Maps

Frederick, MD

Nearest airportIAD — Washington Dulles

TransportFor Frederick Festival of the Arts, plan transport around the exact Frederick venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

Stay areaFor Frederick Festival of the Arts, stay near the part of Frederick you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Your Trip Starts Here

External travel services to turn the plan into a trip — each opens in a new tab.

How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Frederick via local transport.Search routes Find a place to stayStays near Frederick, close enough for the event-day route.Browse stays Find flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for June.Compare fares Festival gearMid-June in Frederick can be warm and humid; light, breathable clothing, a sun hat, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended for a full day browsing outdoor booths along the creek promenade.Shop the kit Check visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for United States and apply online.Check entry rules Travel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

We may earn a small commission from trusted travel partners at no extra cost to you.

FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Frederick Festival of the Arts?

Frederick Festival of the Arts is listed for June · Summer. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Frederick Festival of the Arts take place?

The festival is listed in Frederick, United States. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Summer is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Needs editorial review. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Frederick, MD

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLAwaiting confirmation

Organizer accessAre you the organizer? Claim this listing →

Listed datesDates TBA · Usually June

Source statusNeeds editorial review

Spotted something out of date? Submit a correction →

Frederick Festival of the Arts

Frederick Festival of the Arts in Frederick

The part that makes it specific.

The place changes

The mystery stays covered

The city starts moving

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Water and renewal

The sacred route

The local code

Tradition 5

Essential information

When to go

Getting around

What to wear

Safety

Where to stay

Tickets/cost

Language/currency

Family friendly

Frederick, MD

Your Trip Starts Here

Quick answers.

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

Continue the route.

Buenos Aires International Book Fair

Cairo International Book Fair

Pageant of the Masters

Annecy International Animation Film Festival