Good morning, Frederick.

Cinco de Mayo falls on Tuesday, May 5, and local restaurants will serve free food, discounted tacos, and special margarita deals.

Bubbakoo’s is hosting a five-day taco event starting May 1 + Chipotle, Greene Turtle’s, and others offer unique promotions for the festive day.

Frederick’s wastewater treatment plant exceeded its phosphorus limit in 2025 by releasing nearly double the allowed amount, marking the fourth violation in five years.

The city now faces potential penalties (state regulators review its repeated noncompliance).

Frederick County officials will soon start a review process that brings together data from health providers, law enforcement and other agencies to study suicide deaths.

The process is aimed at guiding future prevention efforts.

Good weather is forecast for Sunday, May 3 at the fairgrounds where runners will compete in the 24th Frederick Half Marathon + organizers have planned the Frederick Running Festival for a smooth event.

Cathy Ladman Comedy Show

3-5 p.m. — New Spire Arts Stages — Tickets available — Experience sharp, relatable stand-up and storytelling from acclaimed comedian Cathy Ladman.

She Knows All the Names Book Release

6-7 p.m. — Urbana Regional Library — Free entry — Celebrate the release of a YA novel set in Ancient Egypt with author Michelle Jabès Corpora.

Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Visitation Hotel Frederick — Check the website for ticket prices — Enjoy a magical evening of Fleetwood Mac classics illuminated by candlelight.

Off-Key: An Improvised Musical

8:30-9:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $15 — Experience a one-of-a-kind musical performance created from audience suggestions with live music.

Arthur and Friends Make a Musical!

1:30-4:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $17 – $20 — Join Arthur and friends in a fun, family-friendly musical where being yourself takes center stage.

FAC Happy Birthday Video

In celebration of the Frederick Arts Council's 50th anniversary, we are documenting testimonies from those whose lives are made better by the arts and the work of the Frederick Arts Council, and we invite you to join us at the YMCA Ausherman Arts Center next Thursday, May 14th at noon to be featured on film sharing your powerful experience of the impact of the arts or a simple "Happy Birthday" to the FAC. This reel will be featured during the FAC's 50th Anniversary Gala on November 7th, with event details available at FrederickArtsCouncil.org.

Oh Crit: Improv Comedy and Dungeons & Dragons

8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $15.00 — Experience an epic evening of improv comedy intertwined with Dungeons & Dragons in a fun-filled adventure.

Every Brilliant Thing

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — Tickets start at $39 — A heartfelt theatrical experience exploring the beauty of life through brilliant moments.

Kids Expo 2026

12-4 p.m. — Nymeo Field At Harry Grove Stadium — Free entry — Explore family-friendly activities and services in Frederick while kids enjoy shirts, goodie bags, and meet mascots.

Every Brilliant Thing

7:30-9 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — Tickets start at $39 — Experience a can't-miss live performance that celebrates life's brilliance.