Montgomery County will host its 11th Annual GreenFest on Saturday, April 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown.
The free event, organized by the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection alongside public and nonprofit partners, is the county’s largest annual environmental festival.
County Executive Marc Elrich emphasized the importance of environmental awareness and community participation, saying, “Now more than ever, it is important that we make a conscious effort to safeguard our air, land, and water.”
The festival will feature county environmental programs, electric vehicles, food trucks, music, games, vendors, face painting, tree giveaways, and resources from local organizations and businesses alongside participation in the statewide 2026 Freedom Walk featuring a Harriet Tubman statue.
The director of the county’s Department of Environmental Protection, Jennifer Macedonia, spoke about the connection between environmental stewardship and historical legacy, stating, “As we celebrate the 250 years of our County and nation, it is important that we also honor the people who have paved the way for change.”
She noted that Tubman “used her understanding of woods, trails, rivers, and plants to guide enslaved people to freedom and provide natural healing remedies,” adding that “parts of her legacy are in danger of disappearing due to climate change.”
Attendees are encouraged to reduce environmental impact by bringing reusable water bottles, biking, walking, carpooling, or using public transit, and by properly using recycling and composting stations.
The event will also include a household battery recycling drop-off, aiming to reduce fire risk and support zero-waste goals. A Career Pathways program with Montgomery County Public Libraries and WorkSource Montgomery will offer job resources and career exploration, and the Scrap Happy Thrift shop will host reuse and mending activities while accepting donated materials.
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