☀️ Frederick This Weekend: Summer Events & Local Favorites

Flower farms, live music, and fun things to do before summer flies by.

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Pam Stultz
May 28, 2026

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Thursday, May 28th Edition
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🗂️ What’s Inside This Week:

This weekend in Frederick has a little bit of everything: music, flower farms, summer camp planning, classic car vibes, and plenty of reasons to get outside after all the rain we’ve had lately.

I’m also sharing a majorly updated Frederick Summer Bucket List packed with 50+ local things to do this summer, plus a few local updates people have been talking about lately.

And I’ve got another quick poll waiting for you at the end 👀

✨ Weekend Highlights: 5 Events You’ll Love

  1. Thurs, 5/28, 4-7pm – Tangled Bank Farm @ Middletown Farmers’ Market

  2. Thurs, 5/28, 5-8pm – Alive @ Five at Carroll Creek Amphitheater

  3. Sat, 5/30, 9:30am-1:30pm – Earthfest 2026 @ Frederick County Master Gardener's Demonstration Gardens

  4. Sun, 5/31, 11am-5pm – Novel Pour’s 1st Birthday Celebration @ Big Cork Vineyards

  5. Sun, 5/31, 12-3pm – Cruise-In @ Springfield Manor


🏡 Home Improvement Sponsor: I Wish I Had Known Sandra 22 Years Ago

Years ago when I owned my townhouse, I remember wanting to add a deck so badly. But I also remember how intimidating the whole process felt. I had no idea who to trust, who would overcharge, or who would actually do quality work without cutting corners.

Looking back, I really wish I had known Sandra from A&S Construction back then.

One thing I genuinely appreciate about her is how approachable and honest she is.

She understands that home projects can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to make big decisions on your own. She explains things clearly, keeps communication open, and really cares about making sure clients feel comfortable throughout entire the process.

And she holds her crews to a very high standard, which matters a lot.

If you’ve been putting off a deck, patio, roofing, siding, or window project because the whole thing feels stressful or intimidating, I’d truly recommend reaching out to her.

👉 Thinking about finally starting that project?
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☀️ 50+ Fun Things To Do in Frederick This Summer

The second the weather gets warm again, I suddenly want to say yes to everything.

Patio drinks, winery weekends, ice cream walks downtown, flower farms, festivals, & live music. Frederick really shines this time of year.

I just did a major update to my big Frederick Summer Bucket List, and it’s packed with 50+ local summer ideas for date nights, girls’ days, family outings, and random last-minute plans when you don’t want to waste a beautiful day sitting at home.

There are a ton of local favorites in there, plus a few spots people newer to Frederick might not even know about yet.

🌿 Community Wellness Sponsor: YMCA of Frederick County

I’ll never forget the summer my sister and I signed our boys up for what sounded like the world’s most magical camp. Horses. Animals. Crafts. Outdoor adventures.

By the time we got home from drop-off, my nephew was already threatening to ride one of the horses home because he was so miserable 😭
And if you know my nephew, you’d understand why we took that threat seriously. 😄

Lesson learned: finding the right camp fit really matters. The age groups, structure, activities, and simply feeling included can make ALL the difference.

That’s why I’m always so impressed with the YMCA of Frederick County Summer Camps. The kids are engaged, active, comfortable, and genuinely excited to be there, which says a lot. 💛

❤️ Supporting The Robby Foundation

The Robby Invitational in memory of my Dad is officially just 1 week away, which feels a little surreal.

If you’d like to support The Robby Foundation and help us raise money for Frederick County Hospice and Virginia Cancer Specialists, you can make a tax-deductible donation here:

👉 Donate here (tax deductible): https://therobbyfoundation.com/

Thank you so much for all the support and kindness around this event. It truly means a lot to our family 🤍

📰 Local Buzz

🐝 Here’s what people around Frederick and beyond have been talking about this week.

Bee City News – Frederick County and the City of Frederick officially earned Bee City USA designation, which basically means there’s a bigger push happening to protect bees, pollinators, and local ecosystems. Kind of a cool win for gardens, parks, and all the flower people around here.

Middletown Is Showing Off – Middletown is getting ready for a weekend focused on local history, small-town charm, and community events.

Maryland Vodka Getting Popular – A Maryland-based vodka brand just got national recognition.

Restaurant Closure News – A Maryland Red Robin location is closing this weekend.

Safest Cities List – A new list ranking Maryland’s safest cities is making the rounds, and everyone’s checking where their town landed.

Maryland’s “Secret Beach” Isn’t So Secret – One popular hidden beach now requires reservations on summer weekends because so many people have discovered it.

New Store Coming – Remember when the Staples on Urbana Pike closed earlier this year? Well, the rumors were true. Burlington is officially coming to that space.

🏡 Home Safety Sponsor: Next Day Access Central Maryland

Every spring I want to clean, organize, and finally deal with all the little house things I’ve been ignoring all winter 😅

But one thing people don’t always think about is how important it is for your home to actually feel safe and easy to move around in too.

Things like clear walkways, ramps, railings, and mobility solutions can make such a big difference, especially if someone’s recovering from surgery, dealing with mobility changes, or trying to help an older family member stay independent at home.

I really like that Next Day Access Central Maryland makes the whole process feel doable and not overwhelming.

👉 Want to make your home a little safer or easier to navigate?
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🏡 Top 5 Home Sales This Week in Frederick

💛 Quick Question for You

Last week’s poll winner was Fun events for adults 🍷🎉

So apparently a lot of us are looking for more reasons to get out of the house that don’t involve kids’ sports schedules or errands.

And the good news is that I actually have something in the works that’ll help you find more fun events for adults around the Frederick area.

But first, I need your help with this one:

Which one are you ACTUALLY buying tickets for?

Login or Subscribe to participate in polls.

👉 This will help me with future events to share with you.

🙋‍♀️Join me next week…

See you around town. And if you’re out and about, tag me so I can share your fun!