Community Events Calendar – Month View

The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

Learn More
Get Tickets

A group of (mostly) Jewish theatre makers decide it’s time to do right by Hanukkah and create the best Hanukkah show EVER for playhouses and JCCs nationwide to produce every holiday season. You know, like A Christmas Carol… but Jewish-er. But what should it be? What stories should they tell? As they struggle to come up with a show before their first performance, we are treated to a series of sketches that will leave audiences of all stripes in stitches and begin a new holiday tradition.

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Artists & Makers Studios is thrilled to host the Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association for the month of December. The exhibit will run from December 3rd through December 19th, with a First Friday opening on December 5th from 5-8pm. The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association was founded in 1976 as a small group of artists residing in Gaithersburg. Over the years, the group has grown to include members throughout Montgomery County, Frederick and DC. GFAA provides educational programs plus promotional opportunities through exhibits. Members work in the classical mediums of two-dimensional art: oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, tempera, drawing, and the graphic arts. This past summer, many members took the opportunity to travel. While away, they might have painted or sketched on location or captured memories using their cameras. These times are not forgotten, and GFAA members are excited to exhibit their work in a show titled “Small Images Bring Joy”. A Mini-Solo exhibit for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski, titled “Over the Rainbow” will open in the Lounge Gallery. Enjoy a Pop-Up with Naan Pocen, the sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh in studio 11, along with nineteen Gallery 209 Member Artists exhibiting their latest work. Open Studios building-wide will welcome visitors to visit and learn. Shop and support local working artists and makers. Delight in a visit from Butterfly Spirits - the current Butterfly Spirits portfolio includes elderberry vodka, botanical liqueur, hazelnut whiskey and three vodka soda canned offerings. Light fare generously sponsored by The Chesapeake Framing Company.

The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association “Small Images Bring Joy”
The 19 Member Artists of Gallery 209
Mini-Solo for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski “Over the Rainbow”
Pop-Up with Naan Pocen
The sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh

December Reception
5:00pm – 8:00pm, Friday, December 5th, 2025
Artists & Makers Studios
11810 Parklawn Drive, Suite 210
Rockville, MD 20852

Meet the Artists Saturday, December 13th, 1-3pm

Viewing hours are 10:00am – 4:00pm, Monday-Friday, Saturday 11:00am – 3:00pm, and Sundays by chance or appointment.

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Put on your coziest pajamas and head inside Meadowside Nature Center for an evening full of fun! Sip hot cocoa, make a craft, and watch a cozy winter movie in the warmth and comfort of the nature center.

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Meet Phil Connors, a sarcastic, self-centered, and disgruntled big-city weatherman mysteriously stuck in small-town America reliving the same day over and over and over again – with no consequences, no regrets, and no tomorrows. But once he starts getting to know associate TV producer Rita Hanson, he discovers it’s a day of second, third and fourth chances. What will it take for Phil to break the time loop? Crimes and misdemeanors? Arrest? Falling in love? Is he fated to be stuck in Punxsutawney celebrating Groundhog Day over and over again? Or will he find the courage to change himself and his fate?

Set to a hilarious and heartfelt score by Tim Minchin, Groundhog Day The Musical is an uproarious tale of a man who finds himself with all the time (he never wanted) in the world.

Like life (and February 2nd!), Groundhog Day has its ups and downs. There are a few darker moments — gunshot sound effects, self-harm, and some strong language — but it all circles back to hope and change. Recommended for ages 10 and older.

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The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

Learn More
Get Tickets

A group of (mostly) Jewish theatre makers decide it’s time to do right by Hanukkah and create the best Hanukkah show EVER for playhouses and JCCs nationwide to produce every holiday season. You know, like A Christmas Carol… but Jewish-er. But what should it be? What stories should they tell? As they struggle to come up with a show before their first performance, we are treated to a series of sketches that will leave audiences of all stripes in stitches and begin a new holiday tradition.

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Artists & Makers Studios is thrilled to host the Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association for the month of December. The exhibit will run from December 3rd through December 19th, with a First Friday opening on December 5th from 5-8pm. The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association was founded in 1976 as a small group of artists residing in Gaithersburg. Over the years, the group has grown to include members throughout Montgomery County, Frederick and DC. GFAA provides educational programs plus promotional opportunities through exhibits. Members work in the classical mediums of two-dimensional art: oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, tempera, drawing, and the graphic arts. This past summer, many members took the opportunity to travel. While away, they might have painted or sketched on location or captured memories using their cameras. These times are not forgotten, and GFAA members are excited to exhibit their work in a show titled “Small Images Bring Joy”. A Mini-Solo exhibit for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski, titled “Over the Rainbow” will open in the Lounge Gallery. Enjoy a Pop-Up with Naan Pocen, the sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh in studio 11, along with nineteen Gallery 209 Member Artists exhibiting their latest work. Open Studios building-wide will welcome visitors to visit and learn. Shop and support local working artists and makers. Delight in a visit from Butterfly Spirits - the current Butterfly Spirits portfolio includes elderberry vodka, botanical liqueur, hazelnut whiskey and three vodka soda canned offerings. Light fare generously sponsored by The Chesapeake Framing Company.

The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association “Small Images Bring Joy”
The 19 Member Artists of Gallery 209
Mini-Solo for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski “Over the Rainbow”
Pop-Up with Naan Pocen
The sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh

December Reception
5:00pm – 8:00pm, Friday, December 5th, 2025
Artists & Makers Studios
11810 Parklawn Drive, Suite 210
Rockville, MD 20852

Meet the Artists Saturday, December 13th, 1-3pm

Viewing hours are 10:00am – 4:00pm, Monday-Friday, Saturday 11:00am – 3:00pm, and Sundays by chance or appointment.

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Get ready for this year’s Jingle Bell Run, the original festive race for charity brought to you by the Arthritis Foundation. Wear your favorite holiday gear, and let's jingle all the way toward a cure!

Whether you're running, walking, or strolling, bring your friends, family, and coworkers along for the ride. Together, we're spreading joy and making strides towards a brighter future — saying "YES" to life, despite arthritis.

Don't miss out on this special occasion to make a real difference while celebrating four decades of impact with the Jingle Bell Run. Let's lace up, hit the pavement, and jingle our way toward victory over arthritis!

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Join our Props Supervisor, Anna Cable, for a fun and easy hands-on activity inspired by the whimsical world of Hello, Dolly! Anna, who helped bring the show’s props to life onstage, will guide participants through a simple, step-by-step craft project connected to the colorful hats, parasols, and other turn-of-the-century treasures you’ll see in the production. No special skills or supplies needed—just bring your creativity and enjoy making a keepsake you can take home!

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Youth with disabilities and their families are invited to visit Santa at Wheaton's North Pole and make crafts with his elves. Enjoy holiday games and treats too!

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Enjoy arts and crafts, snowball games, cookies, hot chocolate and hot cider, and other family fun activities. 

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Celebrate winter at the Nancy H. Dacek North Potomac Community Recreation and Senior Center's annual Snow and Ice Fmaily Festival! Activities include roller skating, crafts, a cocoa bar, games, music and more. Participants will also have the opportunity to take photos with a snowman. 

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The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

Learn More
Get Tickets

A group of (mostly) Jewish theatre makers decide it’s time to do right by Hanukkah and create the best Hanukkah show EVER for playhouses and JCCs nationwide to produce every holiday season. You know, like A Christmas Carol… but Jewish-er. But what should it be? What stories should they tell? As they struggle to come up with a show before their first performance, we are treated to a series of sketches that will leave audiences of all stripes in stitches and begin a new holiday tradition.

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Artists & Makers Studios is thrilled to host the Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association for the month of December. The exhibit will run from December 3rd through December 19th, with a First Friday opening on December 5th from 5-8pm. The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association was founded in 1976 as a small group of artists residing in Gaithersburg. Over the years, the group has grown to include members throughout Montgomery County, Frederick and DC. GFAA provides educational programs plus promotional opportunities through exhibits. Members work in the classical mediums of two-dimensional art: oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, tempera, drawing, and the graphic arts. This past summer, many members took the opportunity to travel. While away, they might have painted or sketched on location or captured memories using their cameras. These times are not forgotten, and GFAA members are excited to exhibit their work in a show titled “Small Images Bring Joy”. A Mini-Solo exhibit for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski, titled “Over the Rainbow” will open in the Lounge Gallery. Enjoy a Pop-Up with Naan Pocen, the sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh in studio 11, along with nineteen Gallery 209 Member Artists exhibiting their latest work. Open Studios building-wide will welcome visitors to visit and learn. Shop and support local working artists and makers. Delight in a visit from Butterfly Spirits - the current Butterfly Spirits portfolio includes elderberry vodka, botanical liqueur, hazelnut whiskey and three vodka soda canned offerings. Light fare generously sponsored by The Chesapeake Framing Company.

The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association “Small Images Bring Joy”
The 19 Member Artists of Gallery 209
Mini-Solo for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski “Over the Rainbow”
Pop-Up with Naan Pocen
The sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh

December Reception
5:00pm – 8:00pm, Friday, December 5th, 2025
Artists & Makers Studios
11810 Parklawn Drive, Suite 210
Rockville, MD 20852

Meet the Artists Saturday, December 13th, 1-3pm

Viewing hours are 10:00am – 4:00pm, Monday-Friday, Saturday 11:00am – 3:00pm, and Sundays by chance or appointment.

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Celebrate the season with a special pop-up exhibit from Blake Changnon and The Changnon Family Museum, featuring the beloved American Girl Historical Characters and their “holiday story” collections.

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Join us for some holiday fun and snap a pic with Santa at our Meet N' Greet event!

Meet N' Greet Santa

Get ready for some festive fun! Come join us in person for the Meet N' Greet Santa event. It’s your chance to hang out with the big guy himself, share your wish list, and snap some awesome photos. Bring your holiday spirit and enjoy a magical experience that’s perfect for all ages. Don't miss out on making some merry memories! Photo packages offered by Photo Palace Studio located right here in Ellsworth Place! Make us your one stop shop this holiday season!

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Explore ideas of symmetry, pattern and color while creating hanging snowflakes that you can take home and use as a winter decoration. All ages welcome: best suited for ages 4-10, materials provided.

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Join us for the Holiday Festival At Wrenacyn Farm on Sunday, December 14th from 1:00–4:00 PM at the barn! With plenty of activities for all ages, come enjoy an afternoon in the country feeding treats to horses, pony rides, pictures with Santa, winter crafts, hot chocolate around a toasty fire, and much more!

Tickets:

Admission Only - $8
Hot Chocolate Ticket
S’more’s Kit
Horse Treats

Participant - $12
Pony Ride Ticket
Santa Photo Ticket
Horse Shoe Decorating Kit

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Celebrate the Festival of Lights with a community menorah lighting, music, and traditional treats. All are welcome to share in the joy and warmth of Hanukkah!

Hosted by Chabad Israeli Center of Rockville

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Join in community to light the 1st candle, pose in our Hanukkah Inflatables village, and marvel at a firebreather and light show. During this all-ages event, nosh on latkes and sufganiyot and sing together!

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The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

Learn More
Get Tickets

Artists & Makers Studios is thrilled to host the Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association for the month of December. The exhibit will run from December 3rd through December 19th, with a First Friday opening on December 5th from 5-8pm. The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association was founded in 1976 as a small group of artists residing in Gaithersburg. Over the years, the group has grown to include members throughout Montgomery County, Frederick and DC. GFAA provides educational programs plus promotional opportunities through exhibits. Members work in the classical mediums of two-dimensional art: oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, tempera, drawing, and the graphic arts. This past summer, many members took the opportunity to travel. While away, they might have painted or sketched on location or captured memories using their cameras. These times are not forgotten, and GFAA members are excited to exhibit their work in a show titled “Small Images Bring Joy”. A Mini-Solo exhibit for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski, titled “Over the Rainbow” will open in the Lounge Gallery. Enjoy a Pop-Up with Naan Pocen, the sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh in studio 11, along with nineteen Gallery 209 Member Artists exhibiting their latest work. Open Studios building-wide will welcome visitors to visit and learn. Shop and support local working artists and makers. Delight in a visit from Butterfly Spirits - the current Butterfly Spirits portfolio includes elderberry vodka, botanical liqueur, hazelnut whiskey and three vodka soda canned offerings. Light fare generously sponsored by The Chesapeake Framing Company.

The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association “Small Images Bring Joy”
The 19 Member Artists of Gallery 209
Mini-Solo for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski “Over the Rainbow”
Pop-Up with Naan Pocen
The sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh

December Reception
5:00pm – 8:00pm, Friday, December 5th, 2025
Artists & Makers Studios
11810 Parklawn Drive, Suite 210
Rockville, MD 20852

Meet the Artists Saturday, December 13th, 1-3pm

Viewing hours are 10:00am – 4:00pm, Monday-Friday, Saturday 11:00am – 3:00pm, and Sundays by chance or appointment.

Gallery Page

The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

Learn More
Get Tickets

Artists & Makers Studios is thrilled to host the Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association for the month of December. The exhibit will run from December 3rd through December 19th, with a First Friday opening on December 5th from 5-8pm. The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association was founded in 1976 as a small group of artists residing in Gaithersburg. Over the years, the group has grown to include members throughout Montgomery County, Frederick and DC. GFAA provides educational programs plus promotional opportunities through exhibits. Members work in the classical mediums of two-dimensional art: oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, tempera, drawing, and the graphic arts. This past summer, many members took the opportunity to travel. While away, they might have painted or sketched on location or captured memories using their cameras. These times are not forgotten, and GFAA members are excited to exhibit their work in a show titled “Small Images Bring Joy”. A Mini-Solo exhibit for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski, titled “Over the Rainbow” will open in the Lounge Gallery. Enjoy a Pop-Up with Naan Pocen, the sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh in studio 11, along with nineteen Gallery 209 Member Artists exhibiting their latest work. Open Studios building-wide will welcome visitors to visit and learn. Shop and support local working artists and makers. Delight in a visit from Butterfly Spirits - the current Butterfly Spirits portfolio includes elderberry vodka, botanical liqueur, hazelnut whiskey and three vodka soda canned offerings. Light fare generously sponsored by The Chesapeake Framing Company.

The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association “Small Images Bring Joy”
The 19 Member Artists of Gallery 209
Mini-Solo for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski “Over the Rainbow”
Pop-Up with Naan Pocen
The sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh

December Reception
5:00pm – 8:00pm, Friday, December 5th, 2025
Artists & Makers Studios
11810 Parklawn Drive, Suite 210
Rockville, MD 20852

Meet the Artists Saturday, December 13th, 1-3pm

Viewing hours are 10:00am – 4:00pm, Monday-Friday, Saturday 11:00am – 3:00pm, and Sundays by chance or appointment.

Gallery Page

The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

Learn More
Get Tickets

Artists & Makers Studios is thrilled to host the Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association for the month of December. The exhibit will run from December 3rd through December 19th, with a First Friday opening on December 5th from 5-8pm. The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association was founded in 1976 as a small group of artists residing in Gaithersburg. Over the years, the group has grown to include members throughout Montgomery County, Frederick and DC. GFAA provides educational programs plus promotional opportunities through exhibits. Members work in the classical mediums of two-dimensional art: oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, tempera, drawing, and the graphic arts. This past summer, many members took the opportunity to travel. While away, they might have painted or sketched on location or captured memories using their cameras. These times are not forgotten, and GFAA members are excited to exhibit their work in a show titled “Small Images Bring Joy”. A Mini-Solo exhibit for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski, titled “Over the Rainbow” will open in the Lounge Gallery. Enjoy a Pop-Up with Naan Pocen, the sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh in studio 11, along with nineteen Gallery 209 Member Artists exhibiting their latest work. Open Studios building-wide will welcome visitors to visit and learn. Shop and support local working artists and makers. Delight in a visit from Butterfly Spirits - the current Butterfly Spirits portfolio includes elderberry vodka, botanical liqueur, hazelnut whiskey and three vodka soda canned offerings. Light fare generously sponsored by The Chesapeake Framing Company.

The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association “Small Images Bring Joy”
The 19 Member Artists of Gallery 209
Mini-Solo for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski “Over the Rainbow”
Pop-Up with Naan Pocen
The sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh

December Reception
5:00pm – 8:00pm, Friday, December 5th, 2025
Artists & Makers Studios
11810 Parklawn Drive, Suite 210
Rockville, MD 20852

Meet the Artists Saturday, December 13th, 1-3pm

Viewing hours are 10:00am – 4:00pm, Monday-Friday, Saturday 11:00am – 3:00pm, and Sundays by chance or appointment.

Gallery Page

The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

Learn More
Get Tickets

Artists & Makers Studios is thrilled to host the Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association for the month of December. The exhibit will run from December 3rd through December 19th, with a First Friday opening on December 5th from 5-8pm. The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association was founded in 1976 as a small group of artists residing in Gaithersburg. Over the years, the group has grown to include members throughout Montgomery County, Frederick and DC. GFAA provides educational programs plus promotional opportunities through exhibits. Members work in the classical mediums of two-dimensional art: oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, tempera, drawing, and the graphic arts. This past summer, many members took the opportunity to travel. While away, they might have painted or sketched on location or captured memories using their cameras. These times are not forgotten, and GFAA members are excited to exhibit their work in a show titled “Small Images Bring Joy”. A Mini-Solo exhibit for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski, titled “Over the Rainbow” will open in the Lounge Gallery. Enjoy a Pop-Up with Naan Pocen, the sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh in studio 11, along with nineteen Gallery 209 Member Artists exhibiting their latest work. Open Studios building-wide will welcome visitors to visit and learn. Shop and support local working artists and makers. Delight in a visit from Butterfly Spirits - the current Butterfly Spirits portfolio includes elderberry vodka, botanical liqueur, hazelnut whiskey and three vodka soda canned offerings. Light fare generously sponsored by The Chesapeake Framing Company.

The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association “Small Images Bring Joy”
The 19 Member Artists of Gallery 209
Mini-Solo for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski “Over the Rainbow”
Pop-Up with Naan Pocen
The sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh

December Reception
5:00pm – 8:00pm, Friday, December 5th, 2025
Artists & Makers Studios
11810 Parklawn Drive, Suite 210
Rockville, MD 20852

Meet the Artists Saturday, December 13th, 1-3pm

Viewing hours are 10:00am – 4:00pm, Monday-Friday, Saturday 11:00am – 3:00pm, and Sundays by chance or appointment.

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The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

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Artists & Makers Studios is thrilled to host the Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association for the month of December. The exhibit will run from December 3rd through December 19th, with a First Friday opening on December 5th from 5-8pm. The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association was founded in 1976 as a small group of artists residing in Gaithersburg. Over the years, the group has grown to include members throughout Montgomery County, Frederick and DC. GFAA provides educational programs plus promotional opportunities through exhibits. Members work in the classical mediums of two-dimensional art: oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, tempera, drawing, and the graphic arts. This past summer, many members took the opportunity to travel. While away, they might have painted or sketched on location or captured memories using their cameras. These times are not forgotten, and GFAA members are excited to exhibit their work in a show titled “Small Images Bring Joy”. A Mini-Solo exhibit for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski, titled “Over the Rainbow” will open in the Lounge Gallery. Enjoy a Pop-Up with Naan Pocen, the sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh in studio 11, along with nineteen Gallery 209 Member Artists exhibiting their latest work. Open Studios building-wide will welcome visitors to visit and learn. Shop and support local working artists and makers. Delight in a visit from Butterfly Spirits - the current Butterfly Spirits portfolio includes elderberry vodka, botanical liqueur, hazelnut whiskey and three vodka soda canned offerings. Light fare generously sponsored by The Chesapeake Framing Company.

The Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association “Small Images Bring Joy”
The 19 Member Artists of Gallery 209
Mini-Solo for Cathy Hirsh and Nancy Jakubowski “Over the Rainbow”
Pop-Up with Naan Pocen
The sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh

December Reception
5:00pm – 8:00pm, Friday, December 5th, 2025
Artists & Makers Studios
11810 Parklawn Drive, Suite 210
Rockville, MD 20852

Meet the Artists Saturday, December 13th, 1-3pm

Viewing hours are 10:00am – 4:00pm, Monday-Friday, Saturday 11:00am – 3:00pm, and Sundays by chance or appointment.

Gallery Page

The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

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The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

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Step into the story that started it all. Join us December 21st for a heartwarming Live Nativity featuring real animals, costumed actors, and the timeless message of hope and joy.

Bring the whole family and drive through the
sights and sounds of Bethlehem as the Christmas story comes to life before your eyes. Hot beverages provided.

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The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

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The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

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The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

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The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

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The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

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Get Tickets

The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

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The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

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Get Tickets

The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

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Get Tickets

The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

Learn More
Get Tickets

The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District is excited to announce the 22nd annual Bethesda Painting Awards. This competition invites local D.C./Maryland/Virginia artists to submit their work and be awarded $14,000 in prizes to four selected winners. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Up to eight finalists will be chosen to display their work at Bethesda’s Gallery B in June 2026.

A panel of esteemed jurors, including Mira Hecht, contemporary artist based in Washington, D.C.; Ernest Shaw, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University; and Hilary Wilder, Associate Professor in Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University, will curate the competition.

The first-place winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000. A “young” artist whose birth date is after February 26, 1996 may also be awarded $1,000.

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. Each artist must submit five images, an application, and a non-refundable entry fee of $25.

Apply Here

If you have any questions about the competition, please reach out to jliu@bethesda.org.

Frosty The Snow Man
November 26, 2025- January 11, 2026
by William Francis
Musical arrangements and original songs by Kenny Neal
Directed by Danny Tippett

Do you want to build a snowman? Or better yet—watch one spring to life before your very eyes? In this merry wintertime romp full of laughter and comic chaos, Frosty bounces, twirls, and melts his way into the hearts of children and adults alike—even thawing one skeptical cop’s icy exterior.
Packed with snowball-worthy fun and heartwarming moments, Frosty the Snow Man will have audiences believing in magic, dancing in the streets, and carrying home a little extra joy this holiday season.

Learn More
Get Tickets