Candlelight House Tour
This self-guided walking tour takes visitors inside private historic residences elaborately adorned with holiday decor. Guests can explore the unique architectural nuances, seasonal decorations, and historical significance of each featured home. A hospitality center at Frederick City Hall also offers warm drinks, light snacks, and holiday merchandise.
What to Expect
Tour private historic homes elaborately adorned with holiday decor.
Event Details
Duration
4 hours each day.
Ages
Suggested for ages 12 or older
Neighborhood
Historic Frederick
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Celebrate Frederick
Food & Drink
The hospitality center offers complimentary hot chocolate and cider, plus light snacks courtesy of Roy Rogers.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
History and architecture enthusiasts
Vibe
Historic and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: December 5: 5:00 – 9:00 PM; December 6: 12:00 – 4:00 PM.
- Parking: Parking along the route and by each home is limited, and visitors may need to park several times along residential streets. The page recommends the Church Street and Court Street Parking Decks. Those decks are free all day Saturday and Sunday on the weekend of the tour.
- Accessibility: Strollers are not permitted inside the homes, though babes in arms are encouraged.
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets in advance once sales open on November 7, since advance tickets cost less than day-of tickets and day-of tickets are limited.
- Bring your tour booklet on both days, because your ticket is printed on its back cover and gets checked at every home.
- Park in the free Church Street or Court Street deck and walk, since parking near the homes is limited and you might otherwise re-park several times.
- Leave the stroller behind and carry little ones instead, because strollers are not permitted inside any of the homes on the tour.
- Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes, since this self-guided walking tour runs rain or shine and refunds are not possible.
Special Events & Promotions
- Advance tickets are discounted compared with tickets bought on tour weekend.
- Church Street and Court Street parking decks are free all day Saturday and Sunday on tour weekend.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I park?
Use the Church Street or Court Street parking decks, which are free all day Saturday and Sunday on tour weekend. Parking near the homes is limited, and you may need to re-park several times on residential streets. West Second Street by Baker Park has more public parking.
Can I bring a stroller?
Strollers aren't allowed inside the homes, but babes in arms are encouraged.
Is there somewhere to warm up along the way?
Yes. The free Hospitality Center at Frederick City Hall on N. Court Street has hot chocolate and a light snack courtesy of Roy Rogers, plus complimentary cider. Its Holiday Shoppe sells holiday ornaments and limited edition prints.
Can I split the tour across both days?
Yes. Your ticket is good on both Saturday and Sunday, but you can visit each home only once. Eventbrite asks you to pick a date, but you can ignore that.
How does my ticket work?
Your tour booklet is your ticket. It's on the back cover and gets checked at each home, so bring it along. Online orders placed before November 16 are mailed. Later orders are picked up at Will Call in the Hospitality Center at City Hall.
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