Visit Frederick - Maryland

06/14/2026

Fascinating history about some visitors to Frederick County during World War 2! 🇬🇧

Did you know that Catoctin Mountain Park served as a rest camp for Britain’s Royal Navy during World War II? 🇬🇧⚓️

The crews of 4 four Royal Navy ships stayed in Catoctin Mountain Park in 1941 while their vessels underwent repairs in Baltimore- the crew of HMS Southern Prince in June, the crew of HMS Bulolo in July, the crew of HMS Menestheus in August and September, and the crew of HMS Agamemnon in October and November.

While there was a press blackout, local residents were aware of the British presence in the park. Various community groups hosted typical American activities for the sailors and in return, the sailors held exhibition cricket, soccer, and rugby matches! 🏏⚽️🏉

Today, Catoctin Mountain continues to provide space for rest, relaxation, and recreation for visitors from the United States and beyond 🏕️

Image description: Royal Navy sailors standing at Camp Greentop in 1941 (NPS)

06/13/2026

Nestled in the heart of the Middletown Valley, you can find Maryland’s premier meadery; bringing you classic meads, modern mead interpretations, wines and craft soda.

Pack a picnic (cheese platters and small snacks are available for purchase), wander the grounds, say hi to the chickens and sheep, and take in the views.

All ages welcome, 21+ to imbibe. More information at Orchid Cellar Meadery + Winery or at visitfrederick.org

📍 Orchid Cellar Meadery and Winery
8546 Pete Wiles, Rd | Middletown, MD

06/12/2026

We can’t help it if we can do it all 🙌

06/11/2026

From the main event on July 4th to gatherings surrounding the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding, there's plenty to do around Frederick to celebrate the occasion.

Check them out and plan your getaway at ➡️ visitfrederick.org/america250/

06/08/2026

Couldn’t have said it better ourselves 👇

Discover how the Battle of Gettysburg ran through Frederick County, MD. Civil War Trails, Catoctin Furnace, Prospect Hall and the Civil War Medicine museum.

06/08/2026

Have you gotten your tickets to this Saturday, June 13 Maryland House and Garden Pilgrimage? Not only is it a behind the scenes peek into some of Frederick County's private historic homes, it's also a fundraiser for the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area and a Maryland 250 Commission designated event.

Learn more by visiting ⬇️
https://www.visitfrederick.org/event/maryland-house-and-garden-pilgrimage-frederick-county-tour/24522/

Why are we promoting the Maryland House and Garden Pilgrimage and a fundraiser for the Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area?? We are thrilled to be the first stop on the tour, but it is more than that....

The beloved Bussard's Barbershop turned Welcome Center - was supported by grants and donations through both of these organizations. Without them, this building may not have the had the same fabulous rehabilitation inside and out! We are very proud and excited to be part of this tour that is also a designated Maryland 250 Commission event. Not every event in 2026 gets this kind of designation. (Yay us!). And, as Main Street Middletotwn, we are looking forward to welcoming visitors to Main Street Middletown (because we know our downtown is THE B-E-S-T!).

If you appreciate the historic buildings in and around Maryland and especially in Frederick County, we invite you to attend the upcoming Frederick Tour on Saturday, June 13th! This is an event that does not happen every year, so you do not want to miss this opportunity!

Not only will you have a full day of peeking into private homes that are rarely open to the public, you'll experience the layers of history that is palpable. Moreover, you will be supporting TWO organizations that do so much to preserve and educate Marylanders about our fantastic history. This is a win-win! Great history, beautiful private homes, gorgeous gardens🌺, all for worthy causes.

Tickets can be purchased at the Maryland House and Garden Pilgrimage website. Buy your tickets now, and we'll see you Saturday!! 😀

06/07/2026

Lose (or find) yourself in Frederick this summer.

An hour from Baltimore, Washington DC, and Gettysburg. Plan your getaway at visitfrederick.org

06/05/2026

Go figure 🤷

National Museum of Civil War Medicine
📍Downtown Frederick, Maryland
🏥Open 7 days a week
ℹ️More info at or the link in our bio

06/03/2026

Cruise around beautiful Adamstown for this year’s 19th Annual Barnstormers Tour & Plein Air Paint Out presented by Frederick County Landmarks Foundation.

This popular, self-guided tour of Frederick’s historic barns not only brings awareness to the county’s rich agricultural heritage, but also grants access to the artists and crafters who will be creating at the barns during the tour, live music and art show and sale.

🗓️Saturday, June 13
🚜Docent-led barn tours from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
🎨Art show & sale 3-5 p.m.
🍴Food trucks will be located at Carroll Manor Elementary School from noon to 5 p.m.
🦽Due to uneven farm terrain, this event is not an accessible venue and service-dog only
🎟️ $20, children under 12 free. Tickets can be purchased at The Visitor Center (come say hi!), at Schifferstadt Architectural Museum or online.

Get more info here — https://www.visitfrederick.org/event/barnstormers-tour-%7c-the-barns-of-carrollton-manor/9403/

06/03/2026