Good morning, Frederick.

AAA reported that the nationwide average gasoline price reached $3 per gallon — the first time in over four years — as travel season nears.

Prices in Maryland average $2.99 per gallon while Frederick shows $2.93, and experts expect prices to remain stable unless unexpected weather or geopolitical events occur.

Frederick County Government announced today that the FEED Grant Program is open to food banks, pantries, religious groups, and nonprofits serving the county.

The program (managed with the Community Foundation of Frederick County) requires proposals by December 21 and will award competitive grants to expand food distribution, with a second round expected in early 2026.

Frederick County Work Force Services posted new job openings on December 1 for roles like Technical Sales Director, Service Worker, and Human Resources Business Partner—these positions offer a range of salaries and work hours for local job seekers.

The listings include both full-time and part-time roles with wages varying from hourly rates to six-figure salaries.

The Frederick Police Department is reminding residents that roads will be closed and parking restricted on Friday, December 12 for the Kris Kringle Procession—drivers should plan extra time for delays as the event begins at 6:30 p.m. on South Carroll St. and ends at Baker Park.

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!

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.

14th Annual Quentin Ingram Egg Nog Jog

2 PM — Linganore High School Stadium Lot — Donations support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Foundation — Participate in a festive jog for a good cause.

A Joyful Christmas with Eileen Ivers

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Weinberg Center for the Arts — Tickets from $20 — Experience a festive celebration of Irish roots and spirit with Grammy-winning fiddle virtuoso Eileen Ivers.

20th Annual Messiah Sing Along

8-11 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — $25-$30 — Celebrate the season by singing along to Handel’s Messiah with a full chorus and orchestra.