
Looking for things to do with friends and family? The Montgomery Parks Special Events Team offers a fantastic lineup of activities. With diverse year-round programming, you are sure to find something that you will love. Attend after-work outdoor happy hours, catch concerts under the stars, get active with fitness, wellness and learning classes, have a laugh at stand-up comedy shows, and celebrate the holidays with niche events. Most programs and events are free and family-friendly.
Check out the upcoming 2026 Spring–Summer Event Season, filled with exciting outdoor experiences for the whole community! All events will take place in our beautiful local parks, the perfect backdrop for memorable moments all season long.

Upcoming Special Events
Acoustic & Ales
Join us for Acoustic & Ales, outdoor happy hours with live music, craft beer, and food from local favorites.
Sligo Creek Fest
This spring, Sligo Creek Open Parkway transforms into a vibrant street festival.
Sunday Serenade
Sunday Serenade returns to Cabin John Regional Park Amphitheater featuring live easy-listening music from 10 to 11:30am.
Prose in the Park
Unwind with Prose in the Park, a relaxing morning of books, coffee, music, and fresh air.
Parks Playhouse Junior
Parks Playhouse Junior returns this summer with an hour of immersive fun for little ones.
Pride Comedy Show
Kick off Pride Month with big laughs, great friends, and a night of unforgettable comedy.
All-Star Comedy Show
Laugh off the summer heat and enjoy a free comedy show at Cabin John Regional Park.
Parks Ale Trail
This fall, Parks Ale Trail returns with live music, local craft beer, great food, and a hiking adventure.
This Spring, discover something new with the Park Academy class series, a vibrant lineup of enrichment and wellness classes for all ages and interests. Whether you’re looking to get active, unwind, have fun with your little one, or try something completely new, our diverse range of offerings makes it easy to engage, learn, and thrive in community and nature.
Spring 2026 Class Series Offerings
Registration is open for the Spring 2026 class series on Active Montgomery!
Pilates Mat
Pilates Mat can be found under Activity Number PPACT0022
Toddler & You Yoga
Toddler & You Yoga can be found under Activity Number PPACT0006.
Yoga for Strength and Vitality 55+
Yoga for Strength and Vitality can be found under Activity Number PPACT0017.
POUND Fitness
POUND Fitness can be found under Activity Number PPACT0004.
Jog to Yoga
Jog to Yoga can be found under Activity Number PPACT0034.
Canopy Connection – Tree Climbing for Teens
Canopy Connection – Tree Climbing for Teens can be found under Activity Number PPACT0014.
Canopy Connection – Tree Climbing for 55+
Canopy Connection – Tree Climbing for 55+ can be found under Activity Number PPACT0013.
For more information on Park Academy class series, visit the Park Academy webpage.
Community Partnerships
Consider an event partnership with us! Our special events team hosts events year-round in our parks and we are looking for local entities that want to bring unique ideas, grow an existing program, reach a specific audience, or meet a community need. Our partnerships are cooperative relationships where both organizations share responsibility and resources to bring amazing programming and events to the community.
If you are interested in partnering with Montgomery Parks, you must submit an official request. Before you get started, please consider the following:
- Is your request being submitted at least four months in advance of the event?
- How does this program or event align with Montgomery Parks’ mission or vision?
- How does this event or program benefit the local community and Montgomery Parks?
Thank you for your interest! if you have any questions, please email activationevents@montgomeryparks.org
Montgomery Parks Newsletter
There is always something exciting happening at Montgomery Parks! Join us for happy hours, hikes, concerts, outdoor theater, and more at parks throughout the county. Events are popular, so sign up for Montgomery Parks’ notifications to be the first to know.
Vendor Inquiries
If you are a local food and beverage, craft, or entertainment vendor and are interested in being a part of our special events, ask about becoming a vendor.
Send all inquiries to the Special Events Team at activationevents@montgomeryparks.org .

Program Access
If you or a member of your party has any questions about accessibility at these special events or needs accommodations, please send inquiries to the Montgomery Parks Program Access Team.

Rentals and Permits
If you would like to host your events and programs in Montgomery Parks, check out our Rentals and Permits page to see everything we have to offer.







