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Montgomery Parks May special events and programs
WHEATON, Md.— Slide into the fun at WaterFest or cast your line at the All-Anglers Fishing Rodeo. Take a...
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 unveils accessible viewing platform at Brookside Gardens
Ribbon-cutting for the new amenity will take place April 15, 2025, at 10 a.m. WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks is...
Montgomery Parks hosts ‘Great 8 Skate’ to celebrate Ovechkin’s record-breaking goal
Skate for $8 at afternoon public skating sessions (skate rentals included) on Thursday, April 10, 2025. WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery...
Montgomery Parks announces new art installation at Gene Lynch Urban Park
WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks announces a new, permanent art installation, Synesthesia, located in downtown Silver Spring at Gene Lynch...
Our Power, Our Planet
Celebrate Earth Month at Montgomery Parks with a variety of events for all ages and interests.
Montgomery Parks New Carousel Opening at Wheaton Regional Park on April 5, 2025
WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks is celebrating the opening of a new carousel at Wheaton Regional Park on Saturday, April...
Montgomery Parks recognizes Autism Acceptance Month with a day of inclusive activities at Wheaton Regional Park
WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks is marking Autism Acceptance Month by offering an afternoon full of fun family activities during...
Montgomery Parks uses latest technology to help the public find cherry blossoms this spring
WHEATON, Md. – As peak cherry blossom season approaches, Montgomery Parks is rolling out an updated online map of...
Montgomery Parks April nature center programs
WHEATON, Md. – Spring into adventure with Montgomery Parks nature centers this April! Come soak in nature’s beauty with...
Montgomery Parks April special events and programs
WHEATON, Md.— Spring into adventure, music and history this April at Montgomery Parks. Whether you’re jamming to live music,...
Relax and de-stress with guided mindfulness walks
Walks at Brookside Gardens help to develop tactics to calm in uncertain times.