Upcoming Events

August 12, 2026

  • Rockville 250: Our American Story

    August 12, 2026  10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Red Brick Courthouse, 29 Courthouse Sq, Rockville, MD 20850, USA

    Peerless Rockville’s pictorial exhibit “Rockville 250: Our American Story” marks two and half centuries of the United States and Montgomery County, tracing American history as it happened in Rockville. Learn how Rockville grew with the nation, from its revolutionary days, through the antebellum era of slavery and fight for emancipation, into the mid-century baby boom with suburbanization, to become today’s modern and diverse 21st century City. This place-based exhibit highlights the sites and people that reflect American history in Rockville.

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  • Yappy Hour and “Pop-up” Dog Park

    August 12, 2026  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    4805 Edgemoor Ln, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Grab your pup and your pals for Yappy Hour on Wednesday, August 12, Thursday, September 17 and Thursday, October 8, from 6-8 pm for an evening of live music, food, beer and wine. The “pop up park” is an enclosed area for your dog to run and have fun with their pals! This furry-friend event will take place at a new location in 2026 – The Metropolitan Plaza (4805 Edgemoor Lane).

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August 13, 2026

  • Rockville 250: Our American Story

    August 13, 2026  10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Red Brick Courthouse, 29 Courthouse Sq, Rockville, MD 20850, USA

    Peerless Rockville’s pictorial exhibit “Rockville 250: Our American Story” marks two and half centuries of the United States and Montgomery County, tracing American history as it happened in Rockville. Learn how Rockville grew with the nation, from its revolutionary days, through the antebellum era of slavery and fight for emancipation, into the mid-century baby boom with suburbanization, to become today’s modern and diverse 21st century City. This place-based exhibit highlights the sites and people that reflect American history in Rockville.

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August 14, 2026

  • Sunflower Spectacular

    August 14, 2026  8:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Butler's Orchard, 22222 Davis Mill Rd, Germantown, MD 20876, USA

    Join us for our 2026 Sunflower Spectacular! Stroll through our field of sunflowers and stop at the props we have set up along the way for perfect Insta-worthy photos!

    While you’re here, stop at our picking fields for some fruits, veggies & flowers, and visit the Farm Park to see our barnyard buddies and play on our playground & slides!

    Included with your admission:

    5 acres of Farm Park fun:
    Giant slides, Farm Animals, Pedal Tractors, Playground, Combine Tractor Slide & Picnic Areas

    Admission to the Pick Your Own fields:
    Expected: Red Raspberries, Flower Garden, Tomatoes, Peppers, Potatoes (weekends only)
    (Subject to change, visit Home Page for up to date crop info)

     

    Sip, Snack & Stroll!

    Located in our Farm Park, the Farmer’s Porch has an array of small bites, sandwiches, pizzas and more! Chef Jay has created dishes for everyone in the family alongside a rotation of seasonal offerings that take advantage of fresh picked fruits and vegetables.

    Visit the Cider Bar at the Farmer’s Porch! The Cider Bar serves cider from Doc Waters Cidery and some local beer options!

    The Farmer’s Porch and the Cider Bar will be open Saturdays from 10:30am-8pm and Sundays 10:30am-3pm during the Sunflower Spectacular

    Must present valid ID to be served

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  • Rockville 250: Our American Story

    August 14, 2026  10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Red Brick Courthouse, 29 Courthouse Sq, Rockville, MD 20850, USA

    Peerless Rockville’s pictorial exhibit “Rockville 250: Our American Story” marks two and half centuries of the United States and Montgomery County, tracing American history as it happened in Rockville. Learn how Rockville grew with the nation, from its revolutionary days, through the antebellum era of slavery and fight for emancipation, into the mid-century baby boom with suburbanization, to become today’s modern and diverse 21st century City. This place-based exhibit highlights the sites and people that reflect American history in Rockville.

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  • 77th Montgomery County Agricultural Fair

    August 14, 2026  3:00 pm - August 15, 2026  12:00 am
    501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair returns August 14–22, 2026, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg for its 77th annual celebration.

    As one of Montgomery County’s longest-running community traditions, the Fair brings together agriculture, youth programs, and family entertainment across nine days of events.

    Highlights include livestock and agricultural exhibits, 4-H and FFA youth showcases, carnival rides, food vendors, contests, and family activities. Grandstand attractions feature Monster Trucks, the Sheehy-sponsored Demolition Derby, Rodeo performances, and Touch-a-Truck.

    Additional programming includes the Fair Reading Program for children ages 2–12, home arts competitions such as cheese carving, flower arranging, and fashion shows, and daily entertainment across the fairgrounds.

    Children 11 and under receive free admission every day.

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  • All-Star Comedy Show

    August 14, 2026  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Cabin John Regional Park, 7400 Tuckerman Ln, Bethesda, MD 20817, USA

    Laugh off the summer heat and enjoy a free comedy show!

    On Friday, August 14, Montgomery Parks’ All-Star Comedy Show will feature an all-star lineup of local comedians from Improbable Comedy, food trucks, and local craft drinks at Cabin John Regional Park.

    The event begins at 6 pm, where you can explore the park and purchase food and drinks from local vendors. At 7 pm, the comedy show will begin.

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August 15, 2026

  • Cabin John Train's 60th Anniversary

    August 15, 2026  9:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Cabin John Train, 7410 Tuckerman Ln, Rockville, MD 20852, USA

    The Cabin John Miniature Train has been delighting the community for six decades!

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  • 77th Montgomery County Agricultural Fair

    August 15, 2026  10:00 am - August 16, 2026  12:00 am
    501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair returns August 14–22, 2026, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg for its 77th annual celebration.

    As one of Montgomery County’s longest-running community traditions, the Fair brings together agriculture, youth programs, and family entertainment across nine days of events.

    Highlights include livestock and agricultural exhibits, 4-H and FFA youth showcases, carnival rides, food vendors, contests, and family activities. Grandstand attractions feature Monster Trucks, the Sheehy-sponsored Demolition Derby, Rodeo performances, and Touch-a-Truck.

    Additional programming includes the Fair Reading Program for children ages 2–12, home arts competitions such as cheese carving, flower arranging, and fashion shows, and daily entertainment across the fairgrounds.

    Children 11 and under receive free admission every day.

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  • Summer Puzzle Swap & Mystery Puzzle Sale

    August 15, 2026  10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    The Family Room, 6820 Olney Laytonsville Rd, Laytonsville, MD 20882, USA

    Bring your gently used and complete (no missing pieces) puzzles and grab a new one from the pile! Plus, shop our Mystery Puzzle Sale - wrapped puzzles with discounts up to 50% off!

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  • 10th Annual Children's Art Show & Charity Auction

    August 15, 2026  1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    15895 Gaither Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    Join us for Kiddie Academy of Gaithersburg’s 10th Annual Children’s Art show & Charity Auction – an afternoon dedicated to creativity, culture, community, and giving back. 

    Our Students have spent months creating original works of art that showcase their immagination, artistic growth, and appreciation for the world around them. During the event, families and community members will have the opportunity to explore a gallery of student artwork, participate in a charity auction, and experience cultural displays created by our Academy families. 

    What to Expect

    • 100% of the prcceeds from our charity auction will benefit The Chesapeake Bay Trust
    • A student art gallery featuring original artwork from every classroom
    • A charity auction where donations can be used to win prizes from local community vendors

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  • 77th Montgomery County Agricultural Fair

    August 14, 2026  3:00 pm - August 15, 2026  12:00 am
    501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair returns August 14–22, 2026, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg for its 77th annual celebration.

    As one of Montgomery County’s longest-running community traditions, the Fair brings together agriculture, youth programs, and family entertainment across nine days of events.

    Highlights include livestock and agricultural exhibits, 4-H and FFA youth showcases, carnival rides, food vendors, contests, and family activities. Grandstand attractions feature Monster Trucks, the Sheehy-sponsored Demolition Derby, Rodeo performances, and Touch-a-Truck.

    Additional programming includes the Fair Reading Program for children ages 2–12, home arts competitions such as cheese carving, flower arranging, and fashion shows, and daily entertainment across the fairgrounds.

    Children 11 and under receive free admission every day.

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  • Back to School Bash at Commas Food Hall

    August 15, 2026  4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Commas Food Hall, 8661 Colesville Rd Level 3, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA

    Get ready to kick off the new school year and wrap up the last day of Tax Free Shopping Week at Ellsworth Place with an afternoon of family fun at Commas Food Hall’s Back to School Bash! Join us on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on the 3rd Floor of Ellsworth Place for an exciting community celebration filled with entertainment, giveaways, and great food.

    Whether you’re preparing for the first day of school or simply looking for a fun way to spend the afternoon, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

    What to Expect

    • 🎒 School supplies raffle and giveaways
    • 🍔 Delicious food from Commas Food Hall vendors
    • 🎲 Interactive games and family-friendly activities
    • 🎶 Live music and entertainment throughout the event

    Bring the whole family, connect with your community, and celebrate the start of a brand-new school year in a fun, welcoming atmosphere. Don’t miss your chance to win school supplies, enjoy amazing local food, and make lasting memories before the school bell rings!

    Admission is free, and all ages are welcome. Gather your friends and family and join us for an unforgettable Back to School Bash!

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August 16, 2026

  • 77th Montgomery County Agricultural Fair

    August 15, 2026  10:00 am - August 16, 2026  12:00 am
    501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair returns August 14–22, 2026, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg for its 77th annual celebration.

    As one of Montgomery County’s longest-running community traditions, the Fair brings together agriculture, youth programs, and family entertainment across nine days of events.

    Highlights include livestock and agricultural exhibits, 4-H and FFA youth showcases, carnival rides, food vendors, contests, and family activities. Grandstand attractions feature Monster Trucks, the Sheehy-sponsored Demolition Derby, Rodeo performances, and Touch-a-Truck.

    Additional programming includes the Fair Reading Program for children ages 2–12, home arts competitions such as cheese carving, flower arranging, and fashion shows, and daily entertainment across the fairgrounds.

    Children 11 and under receive free admission every day.

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  • 77th Montgomery County Agricultural Fair

    August 16, 2026  10:00 am - 11:00 pm
    501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair returns August 14–22, 2026, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg for its 77th annual celebration.

    As one of Montgomery County’s longest-running community traditions, the Fair brings together agriculture, youth programs, and family entertainment across nine days of events.

    Highlights include livestock and agricultural exhibits, 4-H and FFA youth showcases, carnival rides, food vendors, contests, and family activities. Grandstand attractions feature Monster Trucks, the Sheehy-sponsored Demolition Derby, Rodeo performances, and Touch-a-Truck.

    Additional programming includes the Fair Reading Program for children ages 2–12, home arts competitions such as cheese carving, flower arranging, and fashion shows, and daily entertainment across the fairgrounds.

    Children 11 and under receive free admission every day.

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  • 22nd Annual Bethesda Painting Awards Exhibition

    August 16, 2026  11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Eight painters have been selected as finalists for the Bethesda Painting Awards, a juried competition and exhibition produced by the Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District.

    Almost 500 artists from Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. submitted work to the annual competition created to exclusively honor regional painters. The top prize winners will be announced on Wednesday, June, 3rd in a private reception. The Best in Show winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000.

    The exhibit will be on display June 4 – June 28, 2026 at Gallery B, located at 7700 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite E, Bethesda, MD 20814.

    Gallery hours for the duration of the exhibit will be Thursday – Saturday, 12pm – 5pm; Sunday, 11am – 4pm.

    There will be a public opening reception on Friday, June 12 at 6pm. This event is free and open to the public.

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  • Gallery B Presents "Color + Light, Part Two"

    August 16, 2026  11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Painters Kathleen Byrnes and Jennifer Howard exhibit their works at Gallery B in November 2025

    Kathleen Byrnes has taken to working plein aire, challenging her to work quickly and spontaneously. Byrnes uses the environment to infuse the canvas with mood and emotion. Working in predominantly oil, Byrnes has produced works that explore the light and structure of urban Washington DC, the Virginia and Maryland country side, as well as the inlets, bay, ocean and marshlands of Southern New Jersey. Jennifer Howard is a painter and graphic designer who has lived and worked in Washington, DC for over 37 years. Her paintings are about the moment, the immediacy of paint applied honestly, thickly and emotionally on canvas. She strives to convey a textural quality to the surface with layers of color and an emphasis on capturing light.

    The exhibition runs from November 6 – November 30. Gallery hours are Thursdays-Saturdays, 12-5pm, and Sundays 11am-2pm. The gallery will be closed November 27-28 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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  • 2026 Hey Cousin Culture Fest

    August 16, 2026  1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Veterans Plaza, 1 Veterans Pl, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA

    Celebrate the Black diaspora through music, food, live performances, and a variety vendors. A family-friendly event for all our cousins!

    Hey Cousin! The 4th annual Hey Cousin Culture Fest: Celebrating Black Joy @ The Plaza will feature art, apparel, authors, crafts, non-profit, community organizations, and a variety of food vendors.

    All will be entertained by performances from local artists and dance teams, and a DJ spinning all day! Stay tuned as performances are confirmed, a line-up will be announced.

    This is a FREE to attend, community event, open to everyone!

    Are you interested in being a vendor? We are currently accepting three types of vendors until they reach capacity:

    • Non- Profit: 10x10 | $150 per booth | Max size - 10x10
    • Apparel/ Accessories/ Arts/ Crafts: 10x10 | $225 per booth | Max size - 10x20
    • Food/Beverage: 10x15 | $325 per booth | Max size - 10x30 

    All food/beverage vendors need to apply for a temporary food service license unless they have a current Montgomery County Food Truck License. The application can be found using the link below. It is the responsibility of the vendor to submit the license application by the deadlines listed on the site. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR FAILURE TO OBTAIN YOUR TEMPORARY FOOD PERMIT LICENSE.

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  • A Community of Handweavers: Bridging Tradition & Innovation Reception

    August 16, 2026  1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Sandy Spring Museum, 17901 Bentley Rd, Sandy Spring, MD 20860, USA

    Join us for an opening reception celebrating A Community of Handweavers: Bridging Tradition and Innovation by the Weavers Guild of Greater Baltimore (WGGB).

    The exhibition highlights the enduring role of weaving in American life, from its roots in early domestic and industrial practices to its place in contemporary artistic expression. As we mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the show reflects on how textiles have served as both everyday necessities and powerful forms of cultural and political expression—an influence that continues in the work of weavers today.

    Many works draw on historical traditions, referencing coverlets and overshot patterns while incorporating materials such as cotton, flax, natural dyes, and locally sourced wool. At the same time, the exhibition emphasizes weaving as an evolving practice, integrating modern fibers, tools, and experimental techniques.

    Through inspirations ranging from photography to crochet patterns, and approaches that expand weaving into sculptural and collaborative forms, the artists demonstrate how tradition and innovation remain deeply connected. Together, the works present weaving as a living, adaptive practice shaped by community, creativity, and ongoing exploration.

    To further explore the art of fiber making, visitors are also invited to join WGGB’s hands-on demonstration, Hands on the Loom: Exploring Spinning and Weaving Techniques, offered on October 18 and November 1, where participants can experience traditional spinning and weaving techniques firsthand.

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  • Twig Sailboats! - In-person

    August 16, 2026  1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Wheaton Library, 11701 Georgia Ave, Wheaton, MD 20902, USA

    Create some fun summery decorations with twigs, yarn, and paper. We provide all art supplies and instruction. Bring your imagination! All ages welcome, but the activity is designed for kids 4-12. 

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  • How to Find Unique Records from Ukrainian Archives without Knowing Russian or Ukrainian

    August 16, 2026  1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

    Samuel (Sammy) Lerner will be demonstrating how he has developed a multistep process for finding unique records from the Ukrainian Archives going beyond revisionist lists and vital records.

    This one-hour program, conducted over Zoom at 1:30 pm EDT, is free for members. This is one of the many activities that is a benefit of JGSGW membership.

    Samuel (Sammy) Lerner is a professional genealogist and founder of Learning Your Lineage. He has been actively engaged in his own family history and the family history of others for multiple years. His passion for genealogy has led him to participate in the JewishGen Future Scholars Fellowship in 2023, index handwritten Russian-language material that appeared on JewishGen’s website, speak at IAJGS conferences, and continuously research for unique records through multiple avenues. He is also a graduate of Washington & Jefferson College with a major in Neuroscience and a minor in Russian Studies.

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  • Back to School Bash

    August 16, 2026  4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Commas Food Hall, 8661 Colesville Rd Level 3, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA

    Kick off the new school year and wrap up the last day of Tax Free Shopping Week at Ellsworth Place with an afternoon of fun!

    Get ready to kick off the new school year and wrap up the last day of Tax Free Shopping Week at Ellsworth Place with an afternoon of family fun at Commas Food Hall's Back to School Bash! Join us on Sunday, August 16, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on the 3rd Floor of Ellsworth Place for an exciting community celebration filled with entertainment, giveaways, and great food.

    Whether you're preparing for the first day of school or simply looking for a fun way to spend the afternoon, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

    What to Expect
    School supplies raffle and giveaways
    Delicious food from Commas Food Hall vendors
    Interactive games and family-friendly activities
    Live music and entertainment throughout the event
    Bring the whole family, connect with your community, and celebrate the start of a brand-new school year in a fun, welcoming atmosphere. Don't miss your chance to win school supplies, enjoy amazing local food, and make lasting memories before the school bell rings!

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August 17, 2026

  • 77th Montgomery County Agricultural Fair

    August 17, 2026  10:00 am - 11:00 pm
    501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair returns August 14–22, 2026, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg for its 77th annual celebration.

    As one of Montgomery County’s longest-running community traditions, the Fair brings together agriculture, youth programs, and family entertainment across nine days of events.

    Highlights include livestock and agricultural exhibits, 4-H and FFA youth showcases, carnival rides, food vendors, contests, and family activities. Grandstand attractions feature Monster Trucks, the Sheehy-sponsored Demolition Derby, Rodeo performances, and Touch-a-Truck.

    Additional programming includes the Fair Reading Program for children ages 2–12, home arts competitions such as cheese carving, flower arranging, and fashion shows, and daily entertainment across the fairgrounds.

    Children 11 and under receive free admission every day.

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  • What is The Borgen Project?

    August 17, 2026  2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Curious about how advocacy can help end global poverty? Join Borgen Project Ambassador Sydney Akpebu for a virtual informational session about The Borgen Project, a nonprofit organization that works to influence U.S. leaders to improve policies addressing global poverty.

    During this free Zoom event, you'll learn about The Borgen Project's mission, how it was founded, its impact and recent successes, and the advocacy work it continues to do today. You'll also discover ways to get involved through volunteering, advocacy, and community engagement.

    Whether you're passionate about public policy, international affairs, social justice, or simply want to learn more about making a difference, this event is open to all.

    Date: August 17, 2026
    Location: Virtual via Zoom
    Cost: Free

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August 18, 2026

  • 77th Montgomery County Agricultural Fair

    August 18, 2026  10:00 am - 11:00 pm
    501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair returns August 14–22, 2026, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg for its 77th annual celebration.

    As one of Montgomery County’s longest-running community traditions, the Fair brings together agriculture, youth programs, and family entertainment across nine days of events.

    Highlights include livestock and agricultural exhibits, 4-H and FFA youth showcases, carnival rides, food vendors, contests, and family activities. Grandstand attractions feature Monster Trucks, the Sheehy-sponsored Demolition Derby, Rodeo performances, and Touch-a-Truck.

    Additional programming includes the Fair Reading Program for children ages 2–12, home arts competitions such as cheese carving, flower arranging, and fashion shows, and daily entertainment across the fairgrounds.

    Children 11 and under receive free admission every day.

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August 19, 2026

  • 77th Montgomery County Agricultural Fair

    August 19, 2026  10:00 am - 11:00 pm
    501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair returns August 14–22, 2026, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg for its 77th annual celebration.

    As one of Montgomery County’s longest-running community traditions, the Fair brings together agriculture, youth programs, and family entertainment across nine days of events.

    Highlights include livestock and agricultural exhibits, 4-H and FFA youth showcases, carnival rides, food vendors, contests, and family activities. Grandstand attractions feature Monster Trucks, the Sheehy-sponsored Demolition Derby, Rodeo performances, and Touch-a-Truck.

    Additional programming includes the Fair Reading Program for children ages 2–12, home arts competitions such as cheese carving, flower arranging, and fashion shows, and daily entertainment across the fairgrounds.

    Children 11 and under receive free admission every day.

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  • Rockville 250: Our American Story

    August 19, 2026  10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Red Brick Courthouse, 29 Courthouse Sq, Rockville, MD 20850, USA

    Peerless Rockville’s pictorial exhibit “Rockville 250: Our American Story” marks two and half centuries of the United States and Montgomery County, tracing American history as it happened in Rockville. Learn how Rockville grew with the nation, from its revolutionary days, through the antebellum era of slavery and fight for emancipation, into the mid-century baby boom with suburbanization, to become today’s modern and diverse 21st century City. This place-based exhibit highlights the sites and people that reflect American history in Rockville.

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  • Elizabeth Chase featuring Conmotion Dance Studio

    August 19, 2026  12:15 pm - 1:30 pm
    Montgomery County Fair, Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    Multigenre traveling singer songwriter Elizabeth Chase featured on CBS News & Singer for the NFL drafts this year performs 2 songs live partnered with Commotion dance studio again this year.

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August 20, 2026

  • 77th Montgomery County Agricultural Fair

    August 20, 2026  10:00 am - 11:00 pm
    501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair returns August 14–22, 2026, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg for its 77th annual celebration.

    As one of Montgomery County’s longest-running community traditions, the Fair brings together agriculture, youth programs, and family entertainment across nine days of events.

    Highlights include livestock and agricultural exhibits, 4-H and FFA youth showcases, carnival rides, food vendors, contests, and family activities. Grandstand attractions feature Monster Trucks, the Sheehy-sponsored Demolition Derby, Rodeo performances, and Touch-a-Truck.

    Additional programming includes the Fair Reading Program for children ages 2–12, home arts competitions such as cheese carving, flower arranging, and fashion shows, and daily entertainment across the fairgrounds.

    Children 11 and under receive free admission every day.

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  • Rockville 250: Our American Story

    August 20, 2026  10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Red Brick Courthouse, 29 Courthouse Sq, Rockville, MD 20850, USA

    Peerless Rockville’s pictorial exhibit “Rockville 250: Our American Story” marks two and half centuries of the United States and Montgomery County, tracing American history as it happened in Rockville. Learn how Rockville grew with the nation, from its revolutionary days, through the antebellum era of slavery and fight for emancipation, into the mid-century baby boom with suburbanization, to become today’s modern and diverse 21st century City. This place-based exhibit highlights the sites and people that reflect American history in Rockville.

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August 21, 2026

  • Rockville 250: Our American Story

    August 21, 2026  10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Red Brick Courthouse, 29 Courthouse Sq, Rockville, MD 20850, USA

    Peerless Rockville’s pictorial exhibit “Rockville 250: Our American Story” marks two and half centuries of the United States and Montgomery County, tracing American history as it happened in Rockville. Learn how Rockville grew with the nation, from its revolutionary days, through the antebellum era of slavery and fight for emancipation, into the mid-century baby boom with suburbanization, to become today’s modern and diverse 21st century City. This place-based exhibit highlights the sites and people that reflect American history in Rockville.

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  • 77th Montgomery County Agricultural Fair

    August 21, 2026  12:00 pm - August 22, 2026  12:00 am
    501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair returns August 14–22, 2026, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg for its 77th annual celebration.

    As one of Montgomery County’s longest-running community traditions, the Fair brings together agriculture, youth programs, and family entertainment across nine days of events.

    Highlights include livestock and agricultural exhibits, 4-H and FFA youth showcases, carnival rides, food vendors, contests, and family activities. Grandstand attractions feature Monster Trucks, the Sheehy-sponsored Demolition Derby, Rodeo performances, and Touch-a-Truck.

    Additional programming includes the Fair Reading Program for children ages 2–12, home arts competitions such as cheese carving, flower arranging, and fashion shows, and daily entertainment across the fairgrounds.

    Children 11 and under receive free admission every day.

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August 22, 2026

  • 77th Montgomery County Agricultural Fair

    August 21, 2026  12:00 pm - August 22, 2026  12:00 am
    501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair returns August 14–22, 2026, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg for its 77th annual celebration.

    As one of Montgomery County’s longest-running community traditions, the Fair brings together agriculture, youth programs, and family entertainment across nine days of events.

    Highlights include livestock and agricultural exhibits, 4-H and FFA youth showcases, carnival rides, food vendors, contests, and family activities. Grandstand attractions feature Monster Trucks, the Sheehy-sponsored Demolition Derby, Rodeo performances, and Touch-a-Truck.

    Additional programming includes the Fair Reading Program for children ages 2–12, home arts competitions such as cheese carving, flower arranging, and fashion shows, and daily entertainment across the fairgrounds.

    Children 11 and under receive free admission every day.

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  • 77th Montgomery County Agricultural Fair

    August 22, 2026  12:00 pm - August 23, 2026  12:00 am
    501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair returns August 14–22, 2026, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg for its 77th annual celebration.

    As one of Montgomery County’s longest-running community traditions, the Fair brings together agriculture, youth programs, and family entertainment across nine days of events.

    Highlights include livestock and agricultural exhibits, 4-H and FFA youth showcases, carnival rides, food vendors, contests, and family activities. Grandstand attractions feature Monster Trucks, the Sheehy-sponsored Demolition Derby, Rodeo performances, and Touch-a-Truck.

    Additional programming includes the Fair Reading Program for children ages 2–12, home arts competitions such as cheese carving, flower arranging, and fashion shows, and daily entertainment across the fairgrounds.

    Children 11 and under receive free admission every day.

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August 23, 2026

  • 22nd Annual Bethesda Painting Awards Exhibition

    August 23, 2026  11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Eight painters have been selected as finalists for the Bethesda Painting Awards, a juried competition and exhibition produced by the Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District.

    Almost 500 artists from Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. submitted work to the annual competition created to exclusively honor regional painters. The top prize winners will be announced on Wednesday, June, 3rd in a private reception. The Best in Show winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000.

    The exhibit will be on display June 4 – June 28, 2026 at Gallery B, located at 7700 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite E, Bethesda, MD 20814.

    Gallery hours for the duration of the exhibit will be Thursday – Saturday, 12pm – 5pm; Sunday, 11am – 4pm.

    There will be a public opening reception on Friday, June 12 at 6pm. This event is free and open to the public.

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  • Gallery B Presents "Color + Light, Part Two"

    August 23, 2026  11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Painters Kathleen Byrnes and Jennifer Howard exhibit their works at Gallery B in November 2025

    Kathleen Byrnes has taken to working plein aire, challenging her to work quickly and spontaneously. Byrnes uses the environment to infuse the canvas with mood and emotion. Working in predominantly oil, Byrnes has produced works that explore the light and structure of urban Washington DC, the Virginia and Maryland country side, as well as the inlets, bay, ocean and marshlands of Southern New Jersey. Jennifer Howard is a painter and graphic designer who has lived and worked in Washington, DC for over 37 years. Her paintings are about the moment, the immediacy of paint applied honestly, thickly and emotionally on canvas. She strives to convey a textural quality to the surface with layers of color and an emphasis on capturing light.

    The exhibition runs from November 6 – November 30. Gallery hours are Thursdays-Saturdays, 12-5pm, and Sundays 11am-2pm. The gallery will be closed November 27-28 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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  • 77th Montgomery County Agricultural Fair

    August 22, 2026  12:00 pm - August 23, 2026  12:00 am
    501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair returns August 14–22, 2026, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg for its 77th annual celebration.

    As one of Montgomery County’s longest-running community traditions, the Fair brings together agriculture, youth programs, and family entertainment across nine days of events.

    Highlights include livestock and agricultural exhibits, 4-H and FFA youth showcases, carnival rides, food vendors, contests, and family activities. Grandstand attractions feature Monster Trucks, the Sheehy-sponsored Demolition Derby, Rodeo performances, and Touch-a-Truck.

    Additional programming includes the Fair Reading Program for children ages 2–12, home arts competitions such as cheese carving, flower arranging, and fashion shows, and daily entertainment across the fairgrounds.

    Children 11 and under receive free admission every day.

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  • 2026 New Life SDA Church Community Festival and Health fair

    August 23, 2026  12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    New Life Seventh-day Adventist Church, 7401 Muncaster Mill Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    Our theme :"Better Together: Healthy Start, Bright Future."

    Event Description: 
    Our Annual New Life SDA Church Community Festival & Health Fair is a celebration of community, compassion, and care. Each year, we provide families with fresh produce, school supplies, and whole-person wellness services — completely free of charge. This is all funded using donated funds from our congregation. Held across our church campus, including the parking lot, fellowship hall, and classrooms, every service offered is made possible by our dedicated volunteers. Students are also welcome to volunteer — SSL hours are available for all student volunteers, making this a meaningful way to serve while fulfilling community service requirements. Our goal for this event is serve our community and to make our children feel confident and ready for the school year ahead. We aim to make the return to school fun! 
    Registration is free but required for planning purposes. We expect about 250 people; we will provide 125 backpacks and enough produce for 100 families. 

    Key Activities:
    Fresh produce!
    Health screenings!
    Massage and stretch therapy!
    Two thirty-minute fitness demonstrations at 1pm and 145pm
    School supplies for grades K-12!
    Haircuts, hair braiding and manicures!
    New Life booth with selfie station and raffle!
    Karaoke and games!
    Personal prayer!
    Food: fresh pressed juice, vegetarian hot dogs and hamburgers, popcorn and snow cones!
    Local Montgomery County vendors!
    Face painting, bounce house, and fun for the entire family!

    Featured Partners:
    All-In-one Fitness: Fitness & Wellness
    Blanc Sweet Shoppe, LLC: Small business owner, selling baked goods
    Continuum Healthcare Network: Health Screenings
    DMV Wellness: Massage & Stretch Therapy & Juices 
    Glossed By Mariah: Nail technician, providing free nail services
    World Arts Studios: Small business owner, selling paintings
    Braids By Kelisha: Small business owner, providing free hair care services 
    Brandy Grigbsy: Small business owner, providing free hair care services
    Walgreens: Health Services provider 
    United Healthcare: Health Services provider
    Montgomery County Board of Elections: Local government agency 

    Contact:
    Jasmine Casteel, Community Outreach Ministry Leader: jasmine.casteel@nlsdac.com 
    Valerie Vaughn, Health Ministry Leader: valerie.vaughn@nlsdac.com 
    Amanda Hawley, Pastor: amanda.hawley@nlsdac.com

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August 26, 2026

  • Rockville 250: Our American Story

    August 26, 2026  10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Red Brick Courthouse, 29 Courthouse Sq, Rockville, MD 20850, USA

    Peerless Rockville’s pictorial exhibit “Rockville 250: Our American Story” marks two and half centuries of the United States and Montgomery County, tracing American history as it happened in Rockville. Learn how Rockville grew with the nation, from its revolutionary days, through the antebellum era of slavery and fight for emancipation, into the mid-century baby boom with suburbanization, to become today’s modern and diverse 21st century City. This place-based exhibit highlights the sites and people that reflect American history in Rockville.

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August 27, 2026

  • Rockville 250: Our American Story

    August 27, 2026  10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Red Brick Courthouse, 29 Courthouse Sq, Rockville, MD 20850, USA

    Peerless Rockville’s pictorial exhibit “Rockville 250: Our American Story” marks two and half centuries of the United States and Montgomery County, tracing American history as it happened in Rockville. Learn how Rockville grew with the nation, from its revolutionary days, through the antebellum era of slavery and fight for emancipation, into the mid-century baby boom with suburbanization, to become today’s modern and diverse 21st century City. This place-based exhibit highlights the sites and people that reflect American history in Rockville.

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August 28, 2026

  • Rockville 250: Our American Story

    August 28, 2026  10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Red Brick Courthouse, 29 Courthouse Sq, Rockville, MD 20850, USA

    Peerless Rockville’s pictorial exhibit “Rockville 250: Our American Story” marks two and half centuries of the United States and Montgomery County, tracing American history as it happened in Rockville. Learn how Rockville grew with the nation, from its revolutionary days, through the antebellum era of slavery and fight for emancipation, into the mid-century baby boom with suburbanization, to become today’s modern and diverse 21st century City. This place-based exhibit highlights the sites and people that reflect American history in Rockville.

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August 29, 2026

  • Ingrid & Mollie’s Jennie the Cat: Jennie’s Beach Day

    August 29, 2026  10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Olney Theatre Center, 2001 Olney Sandy Spring Rd, Olney, MD 20832, USA

    It's Jennie the Cat's first time visiting the beach. She needs help learning how to pack and what to do when she gets there. Along the way she'll meet some new friends, practice sharing, and learn to be brave. This puppet show features soft hand puppets and original music, along with plenty of chances for the audience to sing and dance along! This Ingrid & Mollie show is made for the child within us all, and especially for ages 2-8.

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  • Ingrid & Mollie’s Jennie the Cat: Jennie’s Beach Day

    August 29, 2026  12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Olney Theatre Center, 2001 Olney Sandy Spring Rd, Olney, MD 20832, USA

    It's Jennie the Cat's first time visiting the beach. She needs help learning how to pack and what to do when she gets there. Along the way she'll meet some new friends, practice sharing, and learn to be brave. This puppet show features soft hand puppets and original music, along with plenty of chances for the audience to sing and dance along! This Ingrid & Mollie show is made for the child within us all, and especially for ages 2-8.

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  • Glenn Leonard's Temptations Revue

    August 29, 2026  8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Olney Theatre Center, 2001 Olney Sandy Spring Rd, Olney, MD 20832, USA

    Glenn Leonard’s Temptations Revue is the world’s most authentic and talented tribute to the original Temptations today! It’s a dynamic show with 5 vocalists that have all the choreography, personality, talent and style of the originals, including the legendary former lead tenor! Glenn Leonard served as their lead tenor from 1975-83, and recorded 10 albums with the group, including his signature Temptations version of “Silent Night,” which is one of the most played songs on the radio, worldwide, at Christmas time. Glenn also performed and recorded with all of the original members during the famed Temptations Reunion Tour in 1982.   Rounding out this dynamic lineup are Shelton Price, Melvin Franklin, Jr., former Atlantic Records recording artist Kareem Ali, and one of the most powerful voices in the business, Andre Jackson! All are longtime members of Glenn Leonard’s Temptations Revue! Glenn Leonard’s Temptations Revue, with their full band, perform all the hit songs that fans know and love!

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August 30, 2026

  • 22nd Annual Bethesda Painting Awards Exhibition

    August 30, 2026  11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Eight painters have been selected as finalists for the Bethesda Painting Awards, a juried competition and exhibition produced by the Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District.

    Almost 500 artists from Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. submitted work to the annual competition created to exclusively honor regional painters. The top prize winners will be announced on Wednesday, June, 3rd in a private reception. The Best in Show winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000.

    The exhibit will be on display June 4 – June 28, 2026 at Gallery B, located at 7700 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite E, Bethesda, MD 20814.

    Gallery hours for the duration of the exhibit will be Thursday – Saturday, 12pm – 5pm; Sunday, 11am – 4pm.

    There will be a public opening reception on Friday, June 12 at 6pm. This event is free and open to the public.

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  • Gallery B Presents "Color + Light, Part Two"

    August 30, 2026  11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Painters Kathleen Byrnes and Jennifer Howard exhibit their works at Gallery B in November 2025

    Kathleen Byrnes has taken to working plein aire, challenging her to work quickly and spontaneously. Byrnes uses the environment to infuse the canvas with mood and emotion. Working in predominantly oil, Byrnes has produced works that explore the light and structure of urban Washington DC, the Virginia and Maryland country side, as well as the inlets, bay, ocean and marshlands of Southern New Jersey. Jennifer Howard is a painter and graphic designer who has lived and worked in Washington, DC for over 37 years. Her paintings are about the moment, the immediacy of paint applied honestly, thickly and emotionally on canvas. She strives to convey a textural quality to the surface with layers of color and an emphasis on capturing light.

    The exhibition runs from November 6 – November 30. Gallery hours are Thursdays-Saturdays, 12-5pm, and Sundays 11am-2pm. The gallery will be closed November 27-28 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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September 4, 2026

  • Bethesda's Summer Concert Series

    September 4, 2026  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Woodmont Triangle, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Bethesda’s Summer Concert series features live music on the streets of Woodmont Triangle. Join us every Friday from 6-8pm for free outdoor concerts by some of the best bands in the DMV! Tables and chairs can fill up quickly, so be sure to arrive early to grab your seat. For the full summer lineup, please visit Bethesda.org.

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September 6, 2026

  • 22nd Annual Bethesda Painting Awards Exhibition

    September 6, 2026  11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Eight painters have been selected as finalists for the Bethesda Painting Awards, a juried competition and exhibition produced by the Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District.

    Almost 500 artists from Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. submitted work to the annual competition created to exclusively honor regional painters. The top prize winners will be announced on Wednesday, June, 3rd in a private reception. The Best in Show winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000.

    The exhibit will be on display June 4 – June 28, 2026 at Gallery B, located at 7700 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite E, Bethesda, MD 20814.

    Gallery hours for the duration of the exhibit will be Thursday – Saturday, 12pm – 5pm; Sunday, 11am – 4pm.

    There will be a public opening reception on Friday, June 12 at 6pm. This event is free and open to the public.

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  • Gallery B Presents "Color + Light, Part Two"

    September 6, 2026  11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Painters Kathleen Byrnes and Jennifer Howard exhibit their works at Gallery B in November 2025

    Kathleen Byrnes has taken to working plein aire, challenging her to work quickly and spontaneously. Byrnes uses the environment to infuse the canvas with mood and emotion. Working in predominantly oil, Byrnes has produced works that explore the light and structure of urban Washington DC, the Virginia and Maryland country side, as well as the inlets, bay, ocean and marshlands of Southern New Jersey. Jennifer Howard is a painter and graphic designer who has lived and worked in Washington, DC for over 37 years. Her paintings are about the moment, the immediacy of paint applied honestly, thickly and emotionally on canvas. She strives to convey a textural quality to the surface with layers of color and an emphasis on capturing light.

    The exhibition runs from November 6 – November 30. Gallery hours are Thursdays-Saturdays, 12-5pm, and Sundays 11am-2pm. The gallery will be closed November 27-28 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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September 11, 2026

  • Bethesda's Summer Concert Series

    September 11, 2026  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Woodmont Triangle, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Bethesda’s Summer Concert series features live music on the streets of Woodmont Triangle. Join us every Friday from 6-8pm for free outdoor concerts by some of the best bands in the DMV! Tables and chairs can fill up quickly, so be sure to arrive early to grab your seat. For the full summer lineup, please visit Bethesda.org.

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