Perhaps you’re looking for something spooky to give you a chill and raise the hair on the back of your neck. Learn about the Frederick County residents and visitors of the past, some who might still be sticking around.

Visit one of Frederick County's more than 15 farmers markets and enjoy the bounty of locally grown vegetables, meats, honey, flowers and more on almost any day of the week.

Thinking of raising your own pork? Want to open your farm to agritourism? Have a question about renewable energy?

The colors and smells of fall are what bring Colorfest alive in the foothills of Catoctin Mountain each October.

From taking a ride on Walkersville's Southern Railroad, to riding a roller coaster at Adventure Park USA in Monrovia to splashing in the Edward P. Thomas Memorial Pool at Baker Park, there are plenty of things to do and places to go to keep the kids entertained in Frederick County.

Ever have the urge to go whitewater rafting, chuck a hatchet, or operate heavy machinery?

Organizers of the annual running festival pride themselves on providing fun for the entire family, and they do so by providing four different races over the first weekend in May.

In the Street is an annual festival designed to show off the variety of things Frederick County has to offer — without the threat of traffic.

Within a 60-mile drive from Frederick County, skiing and tubing enthusiasts can find a variety of options.

Restaurant weeks are great for special occasions — they offer diners the chance to sample spots that might be inaccessible — or unaffordable — at other points in the year.

Frederick-based food trucks are enjoying a boom. Visit any local brewery and you’ll find options for all kinds of cuisines, from farm-to-table fusion (Gambrill Mtn. Food Co.) to Vietnamese (The Pham).

From the beautiful overlooks and refreshing open-sky campsites on Catoctin Mountain to the north, or the equally impressive open space of Gambrill State Park closer to Frederick, Frederick County can be an outdoor lovers' paradise.

As you exit the mysterious cave you come to a crossroads with a signpost pointing out several paths to different events in front of you:

Take a peek into most health clubs, and you'll find scores of people churning out miles on treadmills or repetitions with free weights. But Frederick County offers plenty of alternatives to achieving fitness, with CrossFit, yoga and Zumba being among the most popular.

Running from May 9 to Oct. 3, Alive @ Five is the premiere live concert series in Frederick. While it showcases all walks of local music, it also serves as a summertime gathering spot for those hoping to catch up around town each Thursday evening. And with the backdrop of Carroll Creek paint…

There’s plenty of unusual food flying under the radar in Frederick if you know where to look. Take Maxwell’s Kitchen. The fast-casual option on East Patrick Street boasts burgers, brisket, and soft-serve ice cream — the latter in creative flavor combinations like orange-chocolate and vanilla…

From one of Frederick’s downtown staples, the Maryland Ensemble Theatre, to a brand new theatre experience right next door, New Spire Stages — and not to mention all the productions that formulate with increasing regularity around town each year — the local theatre scene in Frederick has com…

The rides often last less than 10 seconds. But for those who have become addicted to the adrenaline rush of bull riding and aspire to make a living doing so, J Bar W Ranch provides an avenue for those wanting to ascend to professional status.

Looking for a rare first edition book or antique piece of furniture? Look no further than Frederick County, known for its large and vibrant network of antique dealers open year-round both downtown and elsewhere.

In one of Frederick's great ironies, there are more churches on Second Street (6) than there are on Church Street (3).

When looking across Frederick County, there are multiple ways to learn about one of the greatest conflicts in American history.

The premise of a greasy spoon is simple. Tasty food at a good price. Luckily, Frederick has plenty of options.

Public gardens are institutions that maintain collections of plants that can provide education and enjoyment to the public, according to the American Public Gardens Association website, and some can be found in Frederick County.

Two NHL regulation rinks and ample seating allows the area's only ice-skating facility to host Monocacy Valley Hockey League contests and other competitive hockey events. But much of the activities at Skate Frederick revolve around getting people at the youngest of ages to fall in love with …

Carnival season effectively kicks off in May with the Mother Seton School carnival in Emmitsburg. From there, it’s all hands on deck until Sept. 21, when The Great Frederick Fair effectively wraps up the season with arguably the most distinguished carnival throughout the county.

Frederick County offers plenty of equine activities, whether people wish to ride, be pulled in a horse-drawn carriage or participate in shows.

Looking for a bit of adventure with a view? Frederick County offers rope courses, rock climbing and even skydiving for those who want to soar to new heights.

Many of Frederick's attractions — think Baker Park or the Weinberg Center for the Arts — are hard to miss because they are located in the heart of the city or off of heavily traveled roads.

When it comes to animal lovers, either native or exotic species, Frederick County offers plenty of zoos, farms and petting zoos to satisfy almost any interest.

As the craft beer industry booms, another, lesser talked about craft industry has thrived in Frederick as well: spirits.

Sure, it’s a brewery town, but Frederick has no shortage of things to do after 10 p.m. If it’s dancing you’re after, there are two sure bets: The Cellar Door and Cafe 611, both within walking distance of downtown.