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.
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.
Sunset Yoga
Unwind from your day with beginner yoga classes at Lake Needwood this summer.
Parks Summer Concert
Catch a free outdoor concert held at a beautiful regional park across Montgomery County.
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.
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
The Montgomery Parks Foundation offers unique sponsorship opportunities for special events and festivals that inspire connection, enrich lives, and strengthen our community. Sponsoring an event is a meaningful way to showcase your brand, connect with community members, and support experiences that bring people together in our parks.
For more information, please visit the Sponsorship package linked here.