Looking for things to do with friends and family? The Montgomery Parks Special Events Team offers a fantastic lineup of activities all week long! 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.
Get ready to soak up the season with an exciting lineup of outdoor events at our local parks! From high-energy kids’ performances and captivating Shakespeare under the stars, to live summer concerts featuring a variety of artists, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy Sunday morning music in the crisp fall air, laugh out loud at comedy nights, and unwind with friends during our outdoor happy hours. Bring a blanket, grab a bite from our local food vendors, and join us for unforgettable moments all summer and fall long—right in your own backyard!
Upcoming Special Events
Shakespeare Beyond
This summer join us for our Shakespeare Beyond performances featuring Chesapeake Shakespeare Company.
Parks Playhouse Junior
This fun children’s series is the perfect summer activity—enjoy one hour of engaging, kid-friendly entertainment!
Parks Summer Concert Series
Enjoy the sounds of summer featuring local and regional talent every Thursday from 6 to 8 pm at various parks.
All-Star Comedy Show
Enjoy local comedians from Improbable Comedy, food trucks, and craft drinks at Cabin John Regional Park.
Parks Ale Trail
Our annual Parks Ale Trail, features live music, craft beer, food vendors, kids entertainment, and a scenic hike.
Sunday Serenade
Free Sunday morning concerts in the Fall at Cabin John Regional Park Amphitheater.
Better with Age Comedy Show
For Active Aging Week, Montgomery Parks is bringing a free outdoor comedy special to South Germantown Recreational Park.
Acoustics and Ales
This Fall, join us for outdoor happy hours with live music, locally crafted beer, and delicious food vendors.
Park Academy Fitness, Wellness, and Learning Class Series
Join us for the Park Academy class series this Summer featuring a diverse range of classes designed for all ages and interests. Find your zen with Yoga for Strength and Vitality 55+, boost your fitness with POUND, or enjoy time with your little one at Toddler and You Yoga. Discover your new passion and embrace learning in the great outdoors!
Summer 2025 Class Series Offerings
Registration for the Summer class series is open! Register for these opportunities on Active Montgomery.
Yoga for Strength and Vitality 55+
Yoga for Strength and Vitality can be found under Activity Number PPACT0017.
Toddler & You Yoga
Toddler & You Yoga can be found under Activity Number PPACT0006.
POUND Fitness
POUND Fitness can be found under Activity Number PPACT004.
Canopy Connection – Tree Climbing for 55+
This popular class will be back for Fall 2025! Keep a look out for the Fall entrollment date.
For a sneak peek at Fall 2025 Park Academy Classes, 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