In the Press
Let the good times roll! Montgomery Parks unveils thrilling new skate park at Ovid Hazen Wells Recreational Park
The state-of-the-art skate park is great for all skill levels.
Montgomery Parks delays opening of grass athletic fields due to wet winter season; all fields anticipated to open April 1, 2026
Public should check Montgomery Parks Rainout Line for up-to-date information on field conditions and openings. WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks’ grass athletic fields will open...
Brookside Nature Center announces new hours during facility upgrade projects
Construction projects include a new roof.
Montgomery Parks hosts celebration of historic African American community
Wheaton, MD – Montgomery Parks, in partnership with the Emory Grove United Methodist Church, celebrated the installation of new informational signs at Johnson’s Local Park in Gaithersburg. Nearly one hundred Emory Grove residents and...
Montgomery Parks announces spring/summer Open Parkways schedule
Seasonal schedule change starts Friday, March 6, 2026
Montgomery Parks presents 2026 Federal Duck Stamp art exhibit
WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks celebrates the beauty of birds with a free exhibit featuring artwork from finalists in the Federal Duck Stamp and Junior Duck Stamp contests. Beginning Tuesday,...
Shamrocks and shenanigans for all at Acoustic and Ales
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early at Montgomery Parks’ fun-filled fest with live music, food, and drinks.
Montgomery Parks highlights historic African American community through new interpretive sign project
WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks is unveiling educational panels and a listening post at Johnson’s Local Park, featuring the rich history of the Emory Grove community in Gaithersburg. Founded in 1864 by formerly enslaved African...
Discover what’s new in March: Montgomery Parks’ lineup of events
Sign up for one of our amazing programs this month.
Advance tickets for The Butterfly Experience at Brookside Gardens on sale now
Exhibit opens on April 1, 2026.
Montgomery Parks announces operating hours and programs for the Presidents Day holiday weekend
Get out and enjoy the warmer weather this holiday weekend at Montgomery Parks.
Stretch into spring with Montgomery Parks’ Park Academy Series
Wellness and exercise programs for all ages start in March.
Montgomery Parks seeking public input on an important topic — restrooms in parks
WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks knows access to restrooms is a priority for park users. The department is conducting a county-wide online survey on restroom facilities in parks....
Montgomery Parks names Captain Lakeisha Robinson Police Chief of The Maryland-National Capital Park Police – Montgomery County Division
WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks has promoted Captain Lakeisha Robinson of The Maryland-National Capital Park Police – Montgomery County...
Montgomery Parks promotes sustainable nuptials at Upcycled Wedding Fair
WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks invites couples to embrace sustainability at its Upcycled Wedding Fair . The event will feature recently married couples selling like-new wedding essentials, making it easy to...
Montgomery Parks to present updated Athletic Field Use Permit Policy to Montgomery Planning Board
Updated policy streamlines and clarifies permitting process and field use regulations. WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks will present its updated Athletic Field Use Permit Policy for approval to the Montgomery Planning...