Visual and Performing Arts Events
The Visual and Performing Arts office coordinates the following county-wide programs as an extension of our school curricula.
Fall 2025
- All-County Marching Band Showcase - October 6, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM at Governor Thomas Johnson High School.
Winter 2026
- High School All-County Music Festival (Band, Choir, and Orchestra) - January 31, 4:00 PM at Governor Thomas Johnson High School.
- Middle School All-County Music Festival (Band, Choir, and Orchestra) - February 7, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Governor Thomas Johnson High School.
- High School All-County Jazz Festival - February 27, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM at Frederick Community College.
Spring 2026
- Youth Art Month Exhibit - The official exhibit opens on March 7 at 9:00 AM at The Delaplaine Arts Center. The exhibition runs from March 7 to March 29.
- FCPS Elementary VPA Honors Chorus - Fifth-grade students selected from auditions will perform a public concert on April 29, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at The Weinberg Center.
- High School All-County Dance Festival - April 29, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM at Governor Thomas Johnson High School.
Additionally, you can find Frederick County student artwork featured annually in the following exciting exhibition spaces: Maryland First Lady’s Gallery, Maryland’s Treasury Exhibit, Baltimore Street Gallery, Maryland State Arts Council, and the MSDE HQ’s Board Room.
Questions or need assistance? Contact the Visual and Performing Arts Office at 240-586-7759