Candlelights on the Creek
New Year’s Eve • Downtown Frederick✨ FREE public event • Rain or shine
Ring in 2026
at the Creek
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Carroll Creek Park with glowing candlelit waters, live music, food, and activities for all. Bring your crew, bundle up, and make a midnight memory downtown.
Tip: Arrive a little early to snag a great viewing spot along the water and soak in the glow.
What to Expect
Candlelights on the Creek is a special New Year’s Eve celebration featuring lighted candles on the waters of Carroll Creek, live music, food, and activities for all.
- Candlelit creek views + winter photo moments
- Live music to keep the energy going
- Food and festive vibes downtown
- Family-friendly activities (and friend-group friendly too)
Free public event • Rain or shine
Plan Your Night
- Bundle up: gloves, hat, warm layers (it’s a creek-side winter night!)
- Meet-up idea: pick a landmark spot along the creek so your group can find each other easily
- Timing: arrive early, enjoy the glow, then stick around to welcome 2026 downtown
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Location
Carroll Creek Park • 50 Carroll Creek Way • Frederick, MD 21701
Candlelights on the Creek • Wednesday, December 31, 2025 • 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Carroll Creek Park • FREE • Rain or shine
Source listing: VisitFrederick.org