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Frederick, MD – The Frederick Arts Council is excited to announce a special two-night live music celebration in honor of the 10th anniversary of Sky Stage, taking place Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19, 2026. The celebration will bring together original music from some of Sky Stage’s most memorable artists and bands over the past decade.
Located at 59 S. Carroll Street in downtown Frederick, Sky Stage is both a large-scale public art installation and an outdoor amphitheater. The unique venue was created through the vision of artist Heather Clark with assistance from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Digital Structures research group after the building at 59 S. Carroll Street suffered a major fire in 2010 and lost its roof.
For ten years, Sky Stage has served as a one-of-a-kind outdoor venue and creative gathering place in the heart of downtown Frederick. To mark this milestone, the Frederick Arts Council invites the community to take a trip down memory lane with some of the artists who have helped shape Sky Stage’s legacy, while discovering fresh voices and dynamic performers across a wide range of musical genres.
The celebration kicks off on Friday, September 18 at 6:30 p.m. The evening will feature Frederick legends Silent Old Mtns performing their signature indie rock anthems followed by hip-hop artist and rapper Stitch EARLY alongside his band, The Populatn. The lineup also includes blues, soul, and jazz singer and The Voice contestant Carly Harvey, as well as painter and emerging music artist Noah Chiles.
On Saturday, September 19, doors open at 6 p.m. The second evening will feature rising Washington, D.C., guitarist Paulie Boy Blues, fresh from a tour in the United Kingdom; neo-soul artist Nan-Ana; and Frederick hip-hop artist Roiyalty.
Over the past decade, Sky Stage has welcomed a diverse range of artists, performers, and community groups. From live music and salsa dancing under the stars to yoga, children’s programming, exhibitions, and more, Sky Stage has become a creative space where the community can gather, experiment, and experience the arts in new ways. The 10th Anniversary occurs during the Frederick Arts Council’s 50th Anniversary year.
“This 10th anniversary celebration will honor the incredible artists and community members who have made Sky Stage what it is today. We’re excited to welcome back some of the artists who have been such a key part of Sky Stage’s history,” said Louise Kennelly, Executive Director of the Frederick Arts Council.
Tickets are $15 for an individual night or $25 for both nights. The event is open to all ages, with beer and wine available for purchase to guests 21 and older with valid identification. Additional event information is available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sky-stage-10th-anniversary-live-music-celebration-tickets-1998408803527
About the Frederick Arts Council
The Frederick Arts Council invests in a vibrant and cohesive arts community for the people of Frederick County. The organization fosters an environment where the arts flourish in the community through grants and scholarships, arts advocacy, and links to essential resources. FAC is responsible for large-scale programming such as Sky Stage, Frederick Festival of the Arts, Art in the Park, the Public Art Initiative, and Frederick County’s Arts in Education grants. For more information about the Frederick Arts Council, visit www.frederickartscouncil.org.