Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Worship

The Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Worship returns to Downtown Frederick, Maryland, on Monday, December 28, 2026, from 3pm to 8pm. This holiday open house invites visitors inside the historic churches and houses of worship behind Frederick’s famous clustered spires. Along the way, guests are welcomed with special programs, choir performances, and nativity scenes.

The tour begins in the afternoon and continues after sunset, when the buildings are lit by candlelight. It falls between Christmas and New Year’s, which makes it an easy holiday outing for visiting family and friends. It’s also a chance to see Frederick’s historic architecture and local history up close during the holiday season.

Start at the Information Center at 19 E. Church St. to pick up a printed map of participating sites. While you’re there, grab guides to Downtown Frederick dining, shopping, and lodging, and make an evening of it with dinner downtown after the tour.