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Bethesda Fine Arts Festival Returns May 9–10 in Woodmont Triangle

The Bethesda Fine Arts Festival features 120 artists, live entertainment, and local restaurants in Woodmont Triangle on May 9–10, 2026. Free admission.

Friedson· Apr 28, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Keeping our Community Safe”
Apr 28
Parks & Recreation

County Seeks Applicants for Recreation, Glen Echo Park Boards

Montgomery County is accepting applications for two volunteer boards: the County-wide Recreation and Parks Advisory Board and the Glen Echo Park Partnership Board.

Friedson· Apr 28, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Keeping our Community Safe”
Apr 28
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery Park Sunday Serenade Series Returns April 26

Live music returns to Montgomery Park's Sunday Serenade Series on April 26, 10–11:30am, featuring a Baltimore-based indie rock band.

CFW· Apr 24, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Happy Earth Day!”
Apr 24
Parks & Recreation

Taste of Burtonsville Event Postponed Due to Weather

The inaugural Taste of Burtonsville event has been postponed due to weather; a new date has not yet been announced.

Mink· Apr 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “POSTPONED - First ever "Taste of Burtonsville" event!”
Apr 23
Parks & Recreation

Harriet Tubman Freedom Walk Statue Stops at Germantown GreenFest

The traveling Harriet Tubman statue, part of Maryland's 2026 Freedom Walk, will be on display at GreenFest on April 25 in Germantown.

DEP· Apr 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Celebrates Earth Month with the 11th Annual GreenFest Celebrat…”
Apr 23
Parks & Recreation

First Taste of Burtonsville Food Event Saturday

Inaugural Taste of Burtonsville runs April 25, 11 am–2 pm at Marilyn J Praisner Community Recreation Center; 8 restaurants participating.

Mink· Apr 23, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “First ever "Taste of Burtonsville" event!”
Apr 23
Parks & Recreation

County Hosts 5th Annual AAPI Heritage Month Celebration May 3

Free family event at Seneca Valley High School in Germantown runs 11 a.m.–4 p.m. on May 3, 2026.

OCP· Apr 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County to Host 5th Annual Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritag…”
Apr 23
Parks & Recreation

Living Legends Awards Ceremony Set for June 20 in Germantown

The 11th African American Living Legends Awards presentation takes place June 20 at BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown.

PIO· Apr 21, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Seeks Nominations for 2026 African American Living Legends Awa…”
Apr 21
Parks & Recreation

County Seeks Nominations for African American Living Legends Award

Montgomery County accepting nominations for the 2026 African American Living Legends Award; nominees must be at least 75 years old. Deadline May 20.

PIO· Apr 21, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Seeks Nominations for 2026 African American Living Legends Awa…”
Apr 21
Parks & Recreation

Clarksville Commons Earth Day Celebration Includes EV Meet-Up April 18

Clarksville Commons Earth Day event on April 18 includes an EV owners meet-up alongside environmental nonprofits, local farmers, and green businesses.

DEP· Apr 17, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “The Future Is Still Electric”
Apr 17
Parks & Recreation

Earth Day Walk and Expo Draws EV Displays to National Mall April 18

GWRCCC's 2nd Annual Earth Day Alternative Vehicle Display & Green Expo on the National Mall runs April 18, 10am–1pm.

DEP· Apr 17, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “The Future Is Still Electric”
Apr 17
Parks & Recreation

Rockville Science Day Features EV Displays April 26

Rockville Science Day at Montgomery College Rockville on April 26 includes electric cars among 120+ STEM exhibitors.

DEP· Apr 17, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “The Future Is Still Electric”
Apr 17
Parks & Recreation

MCGreenFest 2026 Set for April 25 in Germantown

Free family event at Black Rock Center for the Arts in Germantown features vendors, activities, music, and green-themed exhibits on April 25.

DEP· Apr 17, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “The Future Is Still Electric”
Apr 17
Parks & Recreation

Urban Art Walk at White Oak Recreation Center April 18

Local artists, live music, and spoken word featured at the White Oak Community Recreation Center on April 18 from noon to 3 p.m.

CFW· Apr 17, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Break the Silence: Domestic and Sexual Violence Affects Us All”
Apr 17
Parks & Recreation

CFW Hosts Free Retirement Mindset Workshop May 4

Commission for Women offers free virtual session on identity and purpose in retirement, led by coach Joy Levin, on May 4 from 7–8:30 p.m.

CFW· Apr 17, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Break the Silence: Domestic and Sexual Violence Affects Us All”
Apr 17
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery Parks Hosts Share Fair April 18 at Black Hill

Montgomery Parks' biannual Share Fair at Black Hill Discovery Center on April 18 invites residents to donate and exchange gently used items.

MCCouncil· Apr 16, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “En Sintonía con el Concejo to Spotlight Earth Month, this Friday at 2 p.m. on Ra…”
Apr 16
Parks & Recreation

Glen Echo Park Arts Board Seeks New Directors

A vacancy is open on the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture Inc. Board of Directors; deadline to apply is May 13, 2026.

Montgomery County· Apr 15, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - April 15, 2026”
Apr 15
Parks & Recreation

County Seeks Applicants for Recreation and Parks Advisory Board

Montgomery County is accepting applications for a vacancy on the County-wide Recreation and Parks Advisory Board through May 13, 2026.

Montgomery County· Apr 15, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - April 15, 2026”
Apr 15
Parks & Recreation

DancElation Multicultural Dance Festival at Sandy Spring Museum April 18

Mayur Dance's third annual DancElation festival offers free performances in five cultural dance traditions at Sandy Spring Museum on April 18.

Luedtke· Apr 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Community First: From Soup to Supporting Our Farmers”
Apr 15
Parks & Recreation

Monthly Olney Fun Run Launches at Olney Farmers Market

GOCA's Olney Fun Run, a relaxed self-paced 2-mile walk or run, takes place the first Sunday of each month at 11 a.m. at the Olney Farmers Market.

Luedtke· Apr 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Community First: From Soup to Supporting Our Farmers”
Apr 15
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