Good morning, Frederick.

Frederick County Public Schools is accepting nominations for the 2026 Support Employee of the Year award as part of its annual employee recognition program.

Hood College recently expanded its tuition reimbursement program (NeighborHOOD Partners Program) to offer increased tuition discounts for undergraduates on campus.

The update supports partner organizations and enriches local education benefits.

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.

Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Worship

3-8 p.m. — Calvary United Methodist Church — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with a tour of Frederick's stunning historic architecture and local history.

Revolution Modern Dance Class

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — The Center. Sound. Mind. Body. — Registration required — Explore creative movement and self-expression in a welcoming dance environment.

Fred Astaire New Year's Eve Dance Party

8:00 PM - 11:59 PM — Fred Astaire Dance Studios — Check event details for ticket prices — Let's ring in the New Year with a bang at our epic dance party!