Welcome to MCM’s Weekend Roundup of entertainment in Montgomery County for the Memorial Day Weekend. Here are 12 things to do this weekend, May 24-27.
Friday, May 24
Glen Echo Park Art Exhibit: The Park View Gallery presents Borderline Edge, a solo exhibition by artist Elizabeth Casqueiro. The exhibition explores the notion of borderline edge with mixed-media painting. Casqueiro, a Portuguese immigrant with a background in architecture, explores the geometry design and the delicacy of flowers and patterns in her work. Free. The exhibition runs through June 2; the gallery is open Mondays – Saturdays 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Glen Echo Park is located at 7300 MacArthur Boulevard in Glen Echo. For more information, visit the Park View Gallery web page here.
Family Storytime: A storytime experience for children and their adults on Friday, May 24 at 10:30 a.m. at the Maggie Nightingale Library. The session is designed to introduce children to the culture of reading with books, songs, rhymes and fun activities. Free, tickets required and available at the information desk at 10:15 a.m. The Maggie Nightingale Library is located at 19633 Fisher Avenue in Poolesville. For more information, click here.
Funbox Bounce Park: This traveling 25,000 square foot bounce house is at Westfield Wheaton Mall from now through June 30. Attractions include a 23 foot slide, obstacle course, and ninja wall. The mall is located at 11160 Veirs Mill Road in Wheaton. Tickets start at $21. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Funbox website.
Saturday, May 25
Hometown Holidays Music Fest: Hometown Holidays Music Fest is a free festival featuring two stages of music; food vendors; kids activities including amusements (fee), entertainment, sand dunes, and yard games; beverage booths; and sponsor and city services booths. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a variety of music, food and beverages while enjoying the beautiful landscapes of RedGate Park. The festival hours are Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26 from noon-7 p.m. Free. RedGate Park is located at 14500 Avery Road. For more information, click here.
Mr. Jon & Friends at Long Branch: Mr. Jon uses rhymes, songs, books and puppets for a musical comedy show for young children and their adults, Saturday, May 25 at Long Branch Library from 3–4 p.m. Free. Long Branch Library is located at 8800 Garland Avenue in Silver Spring. For more information, click here.
Maryland Plant Fest: Plants Alive! hosts this two day festival with rare plants, food, drinks and entertainment. Plants Alive! is a local company specializing in plant/decor rentals and houseplants. The event hours are Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free, reserve a spot online. The greenhouse is located at 15710 Layhill Road in Silver Spring. For more information and to reserve a spot, click here.
Sunday, May 26
Lake Tour by Kayak: Tour Little Seneca Lake by kayak Sunday, May 26 from 9-11 a.m. Basic paddling experience is necessary for this Montgomery Parks activity at the Black Hill Regional Park in Boyds. Boats, paddles, and PFDs will be supplied, but you can bring your own PFD (Type III or V) if you have one. Fee is $30. Appropriate for ages 12 and up. For more information and to purchase ticket, click here.
Flags For Our Heroes: The display of 700 American flags on Memorial Day Weekend returns to Gaithersburg’s Bohrer Park. Opening ceremony takes place Saturday, May 25 at 11 a.m. with the flag retirement ceremony on Sunday, May 26 at 6:30 p.m. Free. Bohrer Park is located at 506 South Frederick Avenue in Gaithersburg. For more information, click here.
Red Hot Blues & BBQ Dance Weekend: Capital Blues dance weekend features local blues legends Stacy Brooks and Carly Harvey, and headliner D.K. Harrell. The event takes place at various locations around town, and on Saturday at the Spanish Ballroom in Glen Echo Park. All levels of dance experience are welcome. Events run from Friday, May 24 through Memorial Day, Monday, May 27. The main dance Sunday at Glen Echo Park takes place from 8-11 p.m. For more information and purchase tickets, click here.
Monday, May 27
Memorial Day County Schedule: Most County government offices and programs will be closed Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. Find the county schedule here.
Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade: The Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade is a long-standing tradition in the city of Rockville. The day starts at 9 a.m. with a musical tribute by the Rockville Concert Band and Chorus, followed by the ceremony remembering those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms and concludes with the annual parade at 10:30 a.m. The parade features more than 50 units, including military and community groups, marching units, dance troupes, and more. Event takes place at Rockville Town Center. Find parking, parade rout, road closure, and more information at the Rockville Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade web page.
Memorial Day in the Trees: Celebrate the holiday with a great outdoor adventure. Get the whole family out of the house on Monday, May 27 and grab some outdoor excitement in the trees. Zip lines, climbing, axe throwing, food, and more await The park includes 16 courses made up of bridges, ziplines, ladders, rolling elements and unique climbing challenges. The park is open Monday, May 27 from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Admission fee varies. Purchase tickets for here. The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring Friends School is located at 16701 Norwood Road in Sandy Spring.
