There’s always something interesting going on in Frederick County, whether it’s a festival of fire dancing and ice sculpting, a cool new take on a beloved sport or a casual stroll through the arts.
Fire in Ice
Jan. 31-Feb. 1, 6-9 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday
Throughout Downtown Frederick, MD
Before the winter snow thaws out, celebrate the season at this festival for all things hot and cold. Watch live ice-carving demonstrations and explore a hall of ice sculptures, experience exciting fire performances, play winter-themed games, go on scavenger hunts and wrap up the weekend by roasting marshmallows by the fire.
Free | downtownfrederick.org/fireinice
Glow-in-the-Dark Pickleball
Jan. 31-Feb. 1, 6-10 p.m.
Dill Dinkers Frederick | 3950 Dartmouth Court, Frederick, MD 21703
What’s better than pickleball? Try pickleball on glow-in-the-dark courts, using fluorescent equipment. There will also be a costume contest, with the most unique and original glowing and neon outfits taking home awards at the end of the night!
$15 for members; $30 for non-members locations.dilldinkers.com/us/md/frederick/dartmouth-court
Downtown Artwalk: Jaz Parks
Feb. 2, noon-4 p.m.
Delaplaine Arts Center | 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick, MD 21701
Explore local galleries and Frederick’s vibrant arts scene through this casual, self-guided walking tour. Artist Jaz Parks will be exhibiting ceramics and pottery at the Delaplaine, and there will also be a pop-up market.
Free | delaplaine.org
