When it comes to things to do each week, there’s no place quite like Montgomery County. The region is a hub for activities of all sorts, from art exhibits and theater to craft fairs, food festivals and inventive workshops. Yet with all the happenings across the area, it can be a challenge to figure out exactly what to do. To get started, here are our top picks for the week.
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Friday and Saturday: The Long Branch Festival
8746 Flower Ave., Silver Spring
Sept. 13, 5-9 p.m.; Sept.14, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
This neighborhood festival brings the community together to celebrate its diversity through a zumba class, live music, a science show and more. Attendance is free with food, drink and goods for purchase.
Saturday: Colores art exhibit opening reception
Blackrock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown
Sept. 14, 4-7 p.m.
The viewing of this art exhibit of local Latino artists is from Sept. 7 through Nov. 3, but the opening reception is on Sept. 14. Enjoy appetizers, a cash bar and networking opportunities with a free ticket.
Saturday: Armenian Cultural Night
F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, 603 Edmonston Drive, Rockville
Sept. 14, 6 p.m.
The Armenian Youth Center of Greater Washington Inc. will celebrate Armenian heritage through folk dance and song. Tickets start at $75 for non-members.
Sunday: Ride for the Reserve
Sugarloaf Citizens Association, 20900 Martinsburg Road, Dickerson
Sept. 15, 8 a.m.
The Montgomery County Farm Tour is a bike ride around Montgomery County and/or a picnic at Linden Farm. Bike ride lengths span up to 62 miles. Tickets start at $17.96 and help support Montgomery County’s rural economy.
The whole weekend: The Washington Ukrainian Festival
St. Andrews Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral, 15100 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring
Sept. 13, 5-8 p.m.; Sept. 14, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Sept. 15, 11 a.m. – dusk
This three-day festival features Ukrainian food, performances, children’s activities and a Kozak beer garden. Friday is free admission, Saturday and Sunday together costs $20 and Sunday alone costs $15. Those under the age of 21 receive free admission, and a portion of proceeds provides humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
And one event worth the trip: In the Streets in Frederick, MD
Downtown Frederick, MD
Sept. 14, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Take a trip up to the historic downtown of Frederick, MD, for its In the Streets Festival. The streets shut down and the businesses open up for a day of food, music, vendors and fun. Before businesses hit the streets, you can partake in the Market Street Mile race. Afterward, check out the Up The Creek Party for ages 21 and up or the family-friendly Great Frederick Fair.
For more events this fall, check out our September and October calendar of events.
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Looking for more things to do around Montgomery County this week? Our arts and culture section spotlights the latest and greatest things to do in the region. Plus, take a peek at our family and education content for happenings impacting you and your family.
For foodies, our food and drink vertical has everything you need to know about openings, closing and the hottest spots to eat throughout the community. You won’t want to miss any of it!
Please call ahead or check online to confirm events for potential cancelations and updates.