Daily
Frederick
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jeffrey Ago, a 14-year-old soccer goalie known for his bright spirit, died suddenly on Feb. 17, leaving his family, teammates, and community heartbroken; a GoFundMe fundraiser now helps cover funeral and memorial costs. Daily Voice
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jamie Kaye’s solo performance at Sandbox Brewhouse on Feb. 6 marked the start of a new First Friday residency — a series planned to bring ongoing local music to fans. The intentional show set a promising tone for future cultural events. Frederick News-Post
- ➤ The Dirty Middle is set to transform Steinhardt Brewing into a blues rock gathering on Saturday, Feb. 21. Local music fans are invited to enjoy live blues rock in a casual setting. Frederick News-Post
- ➤ At the Weinberg Center for the Arts, students (as young as 6) performed to honor Black history and culture in front of an audience of hundreds. Frederick News-Post
- ➤ Grammy nominee Ronnie Burrage will perform jazz and soul at 7 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Y Arts Center at 115 East Church St. in Frederick — a promising event for local music lovers. Frederick News-Post
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Small Mouth Sounds
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $15 – $36 — Six strangers navigate their inner demons at a silent retreat in this humorous and compassionate play.
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Galumpha
2-5 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — Family-friendly pricing — Experience a fast-paced blend of acrobatics, visual effects, and physical comedy in a unique performance.
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Small Mouth Sounds
3-6 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $15 – $36 — Experience the hilarity and compassion of six strangers navigating their inner demons at a silent retreat.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Union Mills Public House — Check ticket availability — Experience Fleetwood Mac's music under the enchanting glow of candlelight.
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Met Comedy Night
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — Cost info not provided — An improv comedy game show where contestants discover the rules as they play.
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Movie Knight in March
7:30-10 p.m. — 7th Sister — Free admission — Experience short films by local filmmakers from the DMV area with tasty food and engaging discussions.
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Small Mouth Sounds
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — Tickets from $39 — Experience the unique performance of Small Mouth Sounds in a cozy theatre setting.
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Comic Con by Shoff Promotions
9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Clarion Inn Frederick Event Center — TBA — Explore over 100 tables of comics, cards, and collectibles at this vibrant celebration of pop culture.
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Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Union Mills Public House — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of popular classics under candlelight with a unique tribute to Queen and ABBA.
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Teelin Irish Dance Company Performance
7-10 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — $20-$35 — Experience the vibrant blend of traditional and modern Irish dance with the award-winning Teelin Irish Dance Company.
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