Good morning, Frederick.

Sunday's annual Christmas show in Frederick drew thousands of visitors as hundreds of vendors prepared festive displays under twinkling ornaments with shimmering red-and-white stripes—setting the stage for a joyful holiday season.

Maryland Ensemble Theatre will perform Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! — based on Barbara Park's children’s books — to celebrate the holiday season in Frederick.

Frederick County Work Force Services released new job listings today that include roles like an Assistant General Manager at Goldfish Swim School with a salary from $50K to $56K and a CFO at Woodsboro Bank with pay from $170K to $220K.

Other openings cover positions such as a Resident Advisor Trainee, Esthetician, Warehouse Foreman, and Placemaking & Events Assistant + several more in various fields.

Drinksgiving with Nicholas Paré and The JAGS

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Rockwell Brewery — Ticketed event — Enjoy a Thanksgiving weekend kickoff with electrifying rock music by Nicholas Paré and The JAGS.

Sheppard Pratt Turkey Trot

8-11 AM — Baker Park — $50 entry fee — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run supporting local mental health services.

Frosty Friday Celebration

8 AM – 1 AM — The Museum of Frederick County History at Heritage Frederick — Check out festive activities, including photos with Santa and cocktail tastings.

Candy Cane Dash

1:30-4 p.m. — Baker Park, Frederick, MD — Entry fee proceeds benefit local charity — Enjoy a festive 5K dash to support Girls on the Run.

5th Annual Hello Holidays Makers Market

10 AM – 2 PM — Frederick Fairgrounds — Free entry — Shop from over 60 handmade vendors and enjoy delicious food from food trucks.

Winter Wonderland Gala

The Cowork Frederick Foundation is hosting its third annual gala on December 10at Steinhardt Brewing Co, with food, drink, music, dancing, and a raffle for prize packages. Get your tickets using coupon code DAILY and connect with others while celebrating the season and raising funds for Cowork Frederick Foundation programs that support Frederick County small businesses.

Met Comedy Night

8:30-11:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $15 — Enjoy an evening of laughs with short form improv from the Key City group.

The Frederick Record Riot

10 AM-5 PM — Frederick Fairgrounds — $5 regular admission, $15 early admission — Discover a treasure trove of vinyl, CDs, and memorabilia at the massive record sale.

Blood Donation Drive

Frederick County (MD) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. in partnership with the National Pan-Hellenic Council of the Greater Frederick Area and the American Red Cross is hosting a Blood Donation Drive. Give blood 12/16 and get TWO Amazon gift cards by email: $15 & $20 Amazon Gift Cards!

Candlelight Christmas Carols on Strings

8:30 p.m. — Union Mills Public House — Ticket required — Experience the enchanting sound of Christmas carols performed by a string quartet in a cozy, candlelit setting.