In the Press
Montgomery Parks June special events and programs
WHEATON, Md.— June is bursting with energy, color, and celebration at Montgomery Parks. From Pride Month festivities and retro...
Montgomery Parks celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month with a special story walk for the book Breathe Like a Bear
WHEATON, Md.— In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Montgomery Parks invites community members of all ages to participate...
Hit the trails with Montgomery Parks’ “Roots to Rocks” youth mountain biking program
An exciting program to get kids outdoors and on the trails WHEATON, MD — Montgomery Parks invites kids ages...
Montgomery Parks invites local artists to apply for $30,000 outdoor public art opportunity
Call to Artists: Public mural commission at Glenmont Local Park WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks and the Montgomery Parks...
Montgomery Parks announces the name of its newest park in downtown Silver Spring
Public selects the name through an online vote. WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks announces the name of its newest...
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission selected as a finalist for the National Gold Medal Award in Parks and Recreation Management
Agency vies for its seventh Gold Medal Award against three other agencies. RIVERDALE, Md. – The Maryland-National Capital Park...
Montgomery Parks celebrates Homeschool Awareness Month with engaging weekly programs for homeschool students
Programs take attendees on a tour of 19th century schoolhouse, offer a look into the history of agriculture in...
Montgomery Parks and the Purple Line complete fish passage project that provides environmental benefits for the region
For the first time in 50 years, fish can swim upstream at the Long Branch crossing of Piney Branch...
Montgomery Parks announces expansion of solar energy initiative to support a greener future
The department aims to double its solar power production in five years. WHEATON, Md—Montgomery Parks is expanding its solar...
Montgomery Parks Sligo Creek Fest returns for its second year, bigger and better
Street festival takes place May 3, 2025, featuring music, entertainment, and food. WHEATON, Md. – Join Montgomery Parks for...
Montgomery Parks receives $5 million in funding from the state of Maryland for significant park improvement projects
Funding will support improvements for five projects, including the Wheaton Action Sports Park. WHEATON, Md. — Montgomery Parks received $5 million in capital...
Montgomery Parks to conduct prescribed fires at River Road Shale Barrens and Serpentine Barrens Parks
WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks will be conducting prescribed fires at River Road Shale Barrens Conservation Park and Serpentine Barrens...
Help Montgomery Parks name its newest park in downtown Silver Spring
WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks will be opening its newest park in downtown Silver Spring in the spring of 2026...
Montgomery Parks offers condolences to people affected by tragic plane crash
Montgomery Parks is extremely saddened by last night’s plane crash at Reagan National Airport, and we send our deepest...
Montgomery Parks to suspend a portion of the Sligo Creek Open Parkway on Fridays beginning January 24, 2025
Suspension aims to alleviate traffic impacts at the intersection of Sligo Creek Parkway and Piney Branch Road resulting from...
Montgomery Parks to renovate Ellsworth Urban Dog Park starting January 2025
WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks will renovate the Ellsworth Urban Dog Park located in Ellsworth Urban Park in Silver Spring...