Sass Magazine Celebrates 6th Annual Reader's Choice Awards with Celebration at Tenth Ward Distilling
FREDERICK, Md., Sept. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sass Magazine is proud to announce the winners of its 5th Annual Reader's Choice Awards, recognizing over 125 exceptional businesses, professionals, and organizations across the Frederick region.
This year's awards drew over 2,000 business nominations and nearly 50,000 votes from readers, making it the magazine's biggest Reader's Choice Awards to date.
The winners, officially announced to the public on September 4th, will be celebrated in style at the Choice Awards Celebration held on Friday, October 9th at Tenth Ward Distilling Company in downtown Frederick.
About the Reader's Choice Awards
Launched in 2021, Sass Magazine's Reader's Choice Awards celebrate the businesses, professionals, and community leaders who make Frederick thrive. Each year, readers nominate and vote for their favorites across dozens of categories, creating a grassroots celebration of local excellence. The annual Choice Awards Celebration offers an opportunity for winners to connect, celebrate, and be recognized.
About Sass Magazine
Sass Magazine is a women's lifestyle publication based in Frederick, Maryland, highlighting bold stories, career inspiration, and real-life community connections. Since its founding, Sass has elevated women's voices across business, beauty, wellness, and life — with a strong local focus and an unapologetically confident tone.
2026 Sass Choice Awards Winners
Sass Choice 2026 Business List
Beauty Services
Brows / Lashes
Lash Out Loud with Erin
Threaded. By Melissa
Hair Salon
Criswell Hair Company
Head Rush Studio
Med Spa / Day Spa
Beauty Studio by Brittney
The Witching Hour Spa
Nail Salon / Nail Care
Lili's Beauty Stop
Spilt Polish Nail & Skin Spa
Skincare / Makeup Services
Bug and Jane - Self Care Sanctuary
Serpent & Sage Beauty
Specialty Beauty Services
Bug and Jane - Self Care Sanctuary
House of Colour - East Frederick
Events & Experiences
Adventure / Entertainment Experience
Tree Trekkers
Warehouse Cinemas
Art Gallery / Museums
Delaplaine Arts Center
Sky Stage
Event / Wedding Planner
A Tid Bit Bridal
Sleeping Bee Designs
Event / Wedding Venue
Ceresville Mansion
Montagu Meadows Wedding Venue
Event Services / Vendors
Premier Pics Maryland
The Frederick Floral Bar
Local Festival / Event
Frederick Pride
The Great Frederick Fair
Outdoor Experiences
Black Rock Farm
Catoctin Wildlife Preserve
Food & Beverage
Bakery / Baked Goods
Sage Cakery
Taralicious Treats
Best Overall Restaurant
Fratelli's
Madrones
Up on Market Bistro & Inn
Breakfast / Brunch Location
Beans & Dreams - Nektario's Place
Tom & Ray's Family Restaurant
Brewery
RAK Brewing
Stone Silo Brewery
Caterer / Catering Company
Sara Kep's Kitchen
The Box Theory
Coffee / Tea Shop
Dublin Roasters
Whistle Stop Coffee
Dinner Location
Hornet's Nest Grille
Lazy Fish
Manalú Italian Restaurant
Oscar's Alehouse
Distillery
McClintock Distilling
True Standard Distilling
Food Truck
B-Dub's Island Soul
Blendabowl Frederick Food Truck
Happy Hour
61 Vineyard
Frederick Social
Ice Cream Shop
Jimmy Cone Damascus
Sweet Babes Creamery
Lunch Spot
Cafe Nola
Wag's Restaurant
Winery
61 Vineyard
Big Cork
Health & Wellness
Chiropractor / Physical Therapy
Amber Meadows Chiropractic - Dr. Patricia Bisset
Rehab 2 Perform
Dentist / Orthodontist
Terrace Dental Group
Thurmont Smiles
Dermatology / Skincare Services
Bug and Jane - Self Care Sanctuary
Frederick Dermatology Associates
Dietician/Nutritionist
Brandi Wynne Nutrition
Encompass Integrative Wellness - Tina Brocket
Family Medicine Practice
Frederick Health
Frederick Health Primary Care
Gym / Fitness Center
Reb3l Groove and Strength with Susan Tate
Straight Shot Training
Holistic / Alternative Heath
Indigo Fox Acupuncture & Wellness
Lifted Wellness
Mental Health Services
Anchor Counseling Centers - Frederick
Kindred Tree Healing Center
Women's Health Services
The Midlife Space
Two Rabbits Physiotherapy
Yoga / Pilates Studio
Mountain Spirit Yoga
Sage Yoga Damascus
Home Services
Cleaning / Home Organization Company
LVCD Cleaning Services
Maggie's Cleaning Services
Home Building and Maintenance
A&S Construction
M&J Exteriors
Interior Designer / Decorator
Beyond the Box Interiors
The Scantique Home
Landscaping / Lawn Care / Nursery
Hawkins Landscaping, Inc
Thanksgiving Farms Unique Garden
Realtor / Property Management
Morgan McAuliffe - Compass Real Estate
Stacy Delisle - Impact Maryland Real Estate
Personal & Professional Services
Auto Services / Mechanic Shop
East Side Auto Services
Zach's Auto Shop
Computer / Tech Services
Connect U
ITNeedsHelp
Financial Planning / Accounting & Bookkeeping / Banking
Edward Jones - Brianna Ryland & Rebecca Cathcart
Hummingbird Wealth Management
Florist / Flowers
Blossom & Basket Boutique
Ory Florals
Legal Services
Key Title Company
Tehrani Law, LLC
Marketing Services
Manning Media, Inc.
Red Pin Creative
Personal Development / Life Coaching
Claire Kirby, MSW, Coach & Consultant
Neely Coaching & Training
Pet Services
Kingsbrook Animal Hospital
Pet and Home Care
Photography / Videography
AK's Grafix & Photo
Happy Sohi Photography
Veterinary Clinic / Pet Hospital
Glade Valley Animal Hospital
Jefferson Veterinary Hospital
Shopping & Retail
Grocery / Food Market
The Common Market
Wegmans
Home Goods / Home Decor
Lily & Birch Market
The Find Consignment
Jewelry / Accessories
InBloom Jewelery
Style Me Sue Consignments
Specialty Shop
Dancing Bear Toys and Games
Frederick MADE
Thrift / Consignment / Antique
Fetch Thrift Shop
Style Me Sue Consignments
Women's Clothing Boutique
Molly's Meanderings
Style Me Sue Consignments
Specialty Categories
Blog / Podcast / Other Media
Spiritual Signs and Metaphysical Minds
The Frederick Mom
Local Author
Katie Shugars - Living My Better Life: Finding Freedom in Healing
Natalie McCurry - Adventures With Cadie
Local Makers & Artists
Fig & Fire
Venus & Vine
Local Non-Profit Organization
Amplified Change
Frederick Rescue Mission
Local Social Media / Influencer
Marley Jo Blogs
The Frederick Mom
Woman Owned: Business Services
Curved Theory
The Frederick Mom
Woman Owned: Hospitality & Wellness
Reb3l Groove and Strength with Susan Tate
Sage Yoga Damascus
Woman Owned: Personal Services
Criswell Hair Company
Head Rush Studio
Woman Owned: Retail/Product-Based Business
Fig & Fire
Style Me Sue Consignments
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