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Weinberg Center for the Arts, Frederick, MD

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Weinberg Center for the Arts

20 West Patrick Street · Frederick, MD

Why you should go…

The Weinberg Center for the Arts occupies the former Tivoli Theatre, a movie palace that opened in 1926 and was later donated to the city after flood damage in 1976. Owned by the City of Frederick and supported by a nonprofit foundation, the 1,143-seat venue hosts touring concerts, comedy, dance, film screenings and community events. It anchors downtown Frederick's arts and entertainment district.

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Good to know

General theatre & events guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Curtain time is firm

    Latecomers are commonly held at the back until a scene break, so build in a buffer.

  • Study the seating chart

    Price and sightline vary a lot within the same house. A few rows back can be the better seat.

  • Rush and lottery seats exist

    Many venues release same-day tickets at a discount if you are flexible about where you sit.

  • Arrive with time to spare

    Parking, bag check, and finding your row all take longer than you think on a full house.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Weinberg Center for the Arts, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Frederick, Maryland

    Free

    A walkable historic downtown of red-brick rowhouses, clustered church spires, and a lively arts and dining scene an hour from DC.

    Steps awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sightseeing
    History Buff

    Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area

    Free

    Maryland heritage area covering Civil War sites across Frederick, Carroll and Washington counties, including Antietam.

    Steps awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Catoctin Mountain Park

    Free

    Hike forested Blue Ridge trails to rocky overlooks like Chimney Rock and Wolf Rock in the mountains near Thurmont.

    15 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Theatre & Events
    Date Night

    Toby's Dinner Theatre

    $50+

    An in-the-round dinner theatre in Columbia serving a full meal alongside professional musical productions.

    33 mi awayMore like this

  • Theatre & Events
    Date Night

    Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts

    Free

    Catch a summer concert at the open-air Filene Center or a children's show in the woods at the only national park for the performing arts.

    34 mi awayMore like this

  • Theatre & Events
    History Buff

    Ford's Theatre

    Under $25

    Stand in the theatre where Lincoln was shot, then cross the street to the Petersen House where the story ended.

    41 mi awayMore like this