This weekend in Frederick County, MD

This end of season Cars and Coffee meet is set at New Market District Volunteer Fire Company and will benefit the New Market Volunteer Fire Co. It serves as the final gathering of the season, with additional information to be announced. Help get the word out to anyone who might be interested.

This producer-only farmers market brings together local farms and makers as the largest of its kind in Frederick County, Maryland. Shoppers will find fresh produce and plants from Fajardo's Produce Farm, Mama Quilla Mushrooms, Metro Microgreens, The Garden Patch, and Three Springs Fruit Farm. Meat, eggs, and dairy are offered by Heavens to Betsy and Shagbark Mountain Cattle. Specialty foods and handcrafted goods come from The Bears Den and Pizza Party. Sweet and savory baked items are available from Semisweet by Victoria, Stone Hearth Bakery, Simply Braided, and Oven Offerings.

Master Gardeners present a seminar on how indoor plants can enhance well-being and contribute to a healthier home environment. Discover how houseplants support mood and wellness, and learn to choose varieties that fit your needs and space. Registration opens three weeks before the seminar, and doors open 30 minutes before the start. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your reservation so another participant may take your place. For questions, contact Kim Krasauskis at kkrasaus@umd.edu. University programs, activities, and facilities are available to all. To request a reasonable accommodation, call 301-600-1595. For inclement weather updates, check the Frederick County Master Gardeners Facebook page.

In Frederick at Sophie & Madigan’s Playground, the Frederick Farmers Market features farm-fresh produce and plants from vendors such as Scenic View Orchards, Thistle Rock Nursery, Tuscarora Creek Farms, and Hope Valley Farms. Meat, eggs, and dairy are available from Rohrer’s Meats and Linden Hills Homestead. Baked goods and coffee come from Stone Hearth Bakery, General Warfield’s Coffee, Penelope’s Bakestop, Manoushé, and Just Amazing Café, and Don Horné Hot Sauce is noted for select appearances. Handmade and artisan offerings include work by JFG Designs, Heart J Creations, Momma Burch Soaps, and Creating Artists Pottery.

Yoga on Tap at Frederick Social offers an all levels Vinyasa flow that weaves in strength work and Pilates inspired movements to keep the session varied and energizing. The class is donation based and follows a pay what you can model so participation is accessible to everyone. It is suitable for first timers and seasoned yogis, with options to move at your own pace. After class, attendees can stay for a cold beverage and food with 10 percent off the tab.

Explore the offbeat visual style of Tim Burton in a relaxed painting workshop that focuses on creating a moody portrait in shades of black, white, and gray. An instructor provides clear, step by step guidance to help capture expressive eyes and quirky details that echo his distinctive look. All materials are included, and handy facial feature reference sheets are provided to spark ideas. Beginners are welcome, and a playful spirit with a love for the wonderfully strange fits right in.

Everedy Square & Shab Row in Downtown Frederick hosts a weekend celebration of autumn with activities suited for all ages, seasonal tastes, and plenty of shopping and entertainment. Sample fall inspired food, drinks, and treats from local favorites, then browse distinctive finds from neighborhood shops, artisans, and makers spread throughout the area. The festivities continue across the entire weekend, so there is time to explore, shop, dine, and celebrate on both days. Participating businesses include Frederick Fudge & Ice Cream, Shab Row Tea Emporium, Frederick Coffee Co. & Cafe, Toned Pilates Studio, Eastside Artists Gallery, Frederick MADE, Relove and Rewind, Teresa's Treasures, and WAVELENGTH WEAR.

Walk-in DIY crafting is available at the craft bar with no registration required. Select from wood or canvas projects and a variety of ready-to-use stencils, then create your piece in the studio using included materials and guidance. This offering is available Wednesdays through Saturdays, except when a private event is scheduled, and project start times should be at least two hours before the session ends to allow enough time to finish.

The LHS Band Boosters present the Maryland Marching Band Association Western Regionals, featuring performances by more than 28 marching bands on the path to the state championships. Billed as their largest hosted show yet, it offers a full day of family-friendly performances at an accessible price. Attendees can support the Linganore High School Band Boosters by visiting the concessions stand or by purchasing air-grams, sock-grams, and candy-grams for student performers. Merchandise will be available as well, including novelty shirts, pins, and more. For updates, check this event and the Linganore High School Band page. Due to the size of the event, carpooling is strongly encouraged since parking will be extremely limited.

176ers Dueling Pianos is back at Bentztown in Frederick, MD with a Saturday brunch performance that thrives on audience requests and upbeat energy. Enjoy the show alongside brunch favorites and specialty cocktails for a lively start to the afternoon.

A recurring Magic: The Gathering Commander league with a $5 entry fee. Participants earn points that contribute to weekly and monthly standings, with prizes awarded based on totals. Rules may change from week to week, and updates are provided regularly.

This tournament features a $10 entry fee, and every player's contribution goes straight into the prize pool. Prizes are awarded to the top four to eight competitors based on attendance.

This weekly Yu-Gi-Oh tournament uses the current Advance format. The entry fee is $10, and every participant receives two OTS packs with registration. Prizes are awarded to the top four to eight competitors, depending on attendance.

Take part in a weekly Gundam tournament with registration handled through the Bandai TCG+ app. Entry is $10 per player, and every entry goes directly into the prize pool. Prizes are awarded to the top four to eight players, based on attendance.

An annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser adds a festive fall and Halloween twist with a party atmosphere alongside a live auction of donated items and services, including restaurant gift certificates and certificates for local services and attractions. There will not be a silent auction this year. Attendees can enter raffles for weeklong getaways to Hilton Head, South Carolina, and Williamsburg, Virginia. Costumes are encouraged but optional, with costume contests and cake walks included, and Uncle Charlie providing live music. Tickets are available at the door for $15 per adult and $7 for children under 12. The event celebrates the return of therapeutic riding lessons for the community.

Enjoy old-fashioned country Halloween fun with trunk-or-treating. Spend time in fellowship with other followers of Christ, with light refreshments available.

TOAST brings The Best of Bread tour to the Weinberg Center for the Arts in Frederick, presenting a tribute to Bread that is promoted as a top act and noted for its faithful sound. Bread helped define soft rock in the early 1970s, with songs like Make It With You, If, Baby I'm-a Want You, and Everything I Own, and the band earned 13 appearances on Billboard’s Top 100. With original members David Gates and Robb Royer now retired, this ensemble carries the torch by closely recreating the harmonies and textures of the classic recordings. The performance moves from tender ballads to lively favorites, balancing heart-tugging moments with songs that are hard to sit still for.

TOAST presents a live tribute to Bread with remarkable attention to the original sound, delivering renditions that closely match the beloved recordings. Fans often say it feels like hearing the classic albums again. The performance moves from tender, heart-stirring moments to lively favorites that make it easy to get up and dance, creating a warm, nostalgic journey through timeless songs.

This first-time appearance at Redmen Chippewa Tribe #19 features a live set of hits spanning the 1950s through the 2000s. The performance offers a fun experience with decades of music to enjoy, with plenty to take in both by ear and onstage.

The Banyan in Downtown Frederick hosts a Halloween bash packed with live music, creative costumes, and festive specials. KittyBack performs with a full band to keep the energy high as attendees dance through the night. A best costume competition offers giveaways and prizes, while themed cocktails and seasonal bites round out the celebration for a night of spooky fun.

Returning for its 16th year, the Headless Horseman Fun Run and 5K brings a festive atmosphere to Baker Park in Downtown Frederick. The event features both a fun run and a 5K, and costumes are encouraged to add to the seasonal spirit.

A spirited 1K fun run and 5K return to Baker Park, now chip timed for accurate results and supported by the Steeple Chasers. Organized by the West Frederick Middle School and Frederick High School PTSAs, the 5K follows a route through the park and nearby neighborhoods, while the 1K remains within the park. All paces are welcome, from newcomers and stroller runners to those chasing fast times. Costumes are encouraged, with awards for Best Overall, Scariest, Funniest, Most Creative, Best Headless Horseman or Sleepy Hollow, Best Family or Group, and Best Kids Costume. Packet pickup will be available in advance and on race morning. Gently used running shoes will be collected for the Stride Forward Youth Program, a student-run nonprofit in Urbana that provides footwear to cross country and track athletes in underserved programs. Proceeds support both school communities equally.

This monthly Dad Meetup offers a welcoming space to connect with owner, Mathias, and fellow fathers, share experiences, and build community. It is open to new and expecting dads, with opportunities to socialize and let kids play. Children are welcome but not required. Play sessions are $5 per child, and infants under 6 months are free with a sibling.

Live jazz meets Sunday brunch at Pistarro’s, with bassist Mark Lysher, guitarist Brian Litz, and Ali Afrookteh on saxophone and flute. The trio provides live music throughout brunch.

This recurring Commander league for Magic: The Gathering has a $5 entry fee. Participants earn points that count toward weekly and monthly prizes. Weekly rules may vary, with updates shared regularly.

Take part in a Pokémon League event using the Standard format. The competition is split into three divisions: Masters for ages 17 and up with a $10 entry fee, Junior for ages 13 to 16 at $5, and Seniors for ages 12 and under at $5. Each entry includes a prize pack, and the event runs three to five rounds based on turnout. Top finishers in every division receive additional prizes, and all entry fees go into a store credit prize pool.

Climb aboard a restored 1966 double decker bus for a one hour guided journey through Downtown Frederick that explores the city’s pivotal Civil War story and the medical breakthroughs shaped by the battlefield. Departing from the National Museum of Civil War Medicine, a museum docent shares vivid accounts of improvised hospitals, dedicated caregivers, and innovations born from necessity as the tour moves past historic streets and landmarks. See significant locations where wounded soldiers received treatment and gain a clearer sense of the challenges faced by doctors, nurses, and troops during this defining era. Tickets are $39 per person and include admission to the National Museum of Civil War Medicine. Spots are limited.

This weekly Magic: The Gathering tournament features the Premodern format. The entry fee is $10 per player, and every entry contributes to the prize pool. Prizes are awarded to top finishers, with payouts adjusted based on attendance.

Enjoy a festive, family-safe afternoon in Historic Downtown Frederick near Baker Park with trunk or treating paired with a lively chili cookoff. Halloween fun for all ages includes costumes, lights, and a warm neighborhood spirit. The cookoff features tasting and voting, and spooky desserts add to the celebration. Trunk space is available for decorated vehicles, with early setup encouraged. For anyone not sampling chili, fried chicken and mac and cheese will be available. Certificates will recognize standout trunks, the most delicious chili, and the spookiest dessert. Voting for favorite trunks is done with canned food items. Everyone is welcome, and no church affiliation is required.

This tournament has a $10 entry fee, and each participant’s payment is added to the prize pool. Prizes are awarded to the top finishers, with payouts adjusted based on attendance.