In the Press
Montgomery Parks seeks photos for “Images of America” book for the commission’s 100th anniversary
Wheaton, Md. – Montgomery Parks is calling on residents, visitors, and park lovers to help celebrate a century of...
Montgomery Parks opens historic sites for Montgomery County Heritage Days
Wheaton, Md. – Montgomery Parks historic sites will come alive with music, demonstrations, and hands-on activities June 27-28. Montgomery...
Montgomery Parks announces new e-Bike directive for natural surface trails
New policy permits Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes and adaptive mountain bikes beginning June 18, 2026. Montgomery Parks will increase enforcement against prohibited...
Montgomery Parks plans significant renovations for Long Branch Local Park, including a new lit skate park and lit turf soccer field
Montgomery Parks plans major renovations for Long Branch Local Park, including a new lit skate park and lit turf...
Montgomery Parks announces participation in 2026 Blue Star Museum program, celebrating America’s 250th anniversary
Montgomery Parks announces participation in the 2026 Blue Star Museums program honoring America’s 250th anniversary.
Make a splash and hit the green this Memorial Day at Montgomery Parks
Celebrate Memorial Day with swimming, golf, and outdoor recreation at Montgomery Parks. Find fun ways to enjoy the holiday...
Historic carousel returns as Montgomery Parks reopens Ovid Hazen Wells Recreational Park
The historic Ovid Hazen Wells Carousel returns as Montgomery Parks reopens the park, welcoming visitors back to this beloved...
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission selected as a finalist for the 2026 National Gold Medal Award in Parks and Recreation Management
The Maryland‑National Capital Park and Planning Commission is named a finalist for the 2026 National Gold Medal Award in...
Montgomery Parks and the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection urge residents to “recycle right” and prevent contamination
Montgomery Parks and DEP urge residents to recycle right and prevent contamination through proper recycling.
Montgomery Parks receives over $6 million in funding from the State of Maryland for significant park improvement projects and expansion of its solar initiative
Montgomery Parks receives more than $6 million in state funding for park improvements and expanded solar initiatives.
Montgomery Parks celebrates special national designation for trails in Germantown
Montgomery Parks celebrates a special national trail designation in Germantown.
Montgomery Parks will close facilities and parkways early on March 16, 2026, due to inclement weather
Montgomery Parks will close facilities and parkways early on March 16, 2026, due to inclement weather.
Montgomery Parks will open its bike parks beginning March 21, 2026
Montgomery Parks will open its bike parks beginning March 21, 2026, welcoming riders back for the season.
Montgomery Parks delays opening of grass athletic fields due to wet winter season; all fields anticipated to open April 1, 2026
Montgomery Parks delays opening grass athletic fields due to wet winter conditions, with fields anticipated to open April 1,...
Montgomery Parks names Captain Lakeisha Robinson Police Chief of The Maryland-National Capital Park Police – Montgomery County Division
Montgomery Parks names Captain Lakeisha Robinson as Police Chief of the Montgomery County Division of M‑NCPPC.
Montgomery Parks to present updated Athletic Field Use Permit Policy to Montgomery Planning Board
Montgomery Parks will present an updated athletic field use permit policy to the Planning Board.