The Best of Frederick’s Summer Season
Summer in Frederick hits its stride by July and August. The days are long, the weekends are full, and the town finds its rhythm in music, markets, and memory-making. From creekside festivals to parades, gallery nights to historic reenactments, this is when the city’s small-town spirit is on full display. And at Visitation Hotel, you're just steps from it all—invited to explore, connect, and enjoy the season while it’s in full swing.
This is summer at its brightest—rooted in tradition, alive with local flavor, and unmistakably Frederick.
Summer Concert Series
Sunday Evenings, June–August 2025
Each Sunday, regional musicians take the stage in Baker Park for an evening of music and community. Genres range from jazz to bluegrass, rock to symphonic, and every performance brings locals and visitors together under the trees. Pack a picnic, find your place on the grass, and enjoy a weekly tradition that makes the most of a summer night.
Fourth of July in Baker Park
July 4, 2025
Celebrate Frederick County’s largest Independence Day event with live music across two stages, family-friendly rides, food trucks, and beer gardens—all leading up to a fireworks show that lights up the sky. The park fills with picnics, lawn chairs, and neighbors sharing in the spirit of the day. Held from noon to dusk, it’s a festive, all-ages celebration just a short walk from Visitation.
National Clustered Spires High Wheel Race
July 12, 2025
Victorian-era bicycles take over downtown Frederick in the only race of its kind in the U.S. Racers—many in full costume—pedal high-wheel bicycles through the heart of the city, cheered on by crowds lining the streets. It’s a quirky, joyful, utterly unique event that celebrates both history and community spirit in motion.
Commemoration of the Battle of Monocacy
July 12–13, 2025
Known as “the battle that saved Washington,” this annual event honors Frederick’s Civil War legacy through ranger-led walking tours, live reenactments, and immersive storytelling. Held at Monocacy National Battlefield just south of town, the weekend invites visitors to step into the past and explore the people, choices, and landscapes that helped shape the country’s history.
First Saturday
August 2, 2025
Downtown Frederick stays up late for this beloved monthly tradition. Shops, galleries, and restaurants open their doors to visitors after hours, while live music fills the streets and every window seems to glow a little longer. It’s a vibrant, welcoming evening—and a favorite among locals.
End of Summer Celebration
August 30, 2025
Soak up the last stretch of summer with music, food, and family-friendly fun along Carroll Creek. This all-day event features games, live performances, and local vendors lining the waterway, creating a festive, easygoing atmosphere at the close of August. It’s one of Frederick’s signature summer events, and a reminder that the best moments are often the simplest ones.
Experience Summer, Visitation Style
Summer at Visitation is designed to connect you with the best of Frederick, on both sides of the gate. Mornings start at Acorn Provisions with locally roasted espresso and warm pastries. From there, it’s a walkable day: shopping along Market Street, tasting spirits at McClintock, or joining neighbors for live music in the park.
Come late afternoon, Social Hour brings craft cocktails and conversation to the lounge, while dinner at Wye Oak Tavern offers seasonal cooking and an exceptional bar program. Whether you’re in town for a weekend or just the day, Visitation makes it easy to take part in the best of the season—comfortably, confidently, and at your own pace.
Plan Your Stay
July and August bring Frederick to life on stages, in parks, and at every corner of the city’s historic streets. Let Visitation Hotel be your home base for a season of concerts, cocktails, local flavor, and weekend discoveries.
Reserve your summer stay, and experience the best of Frederick—right outside your door.
