Montgomery Parks is celebrating Pride Month in June with a series of fun events in the parks. The celebration will kick off this weekend with Drag Story Hour and continue with a variety of events. June 2023 Pride in the Parks Schedule:

Production group Improbable Comedy presents an evening of laughs featuring local queer comics. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs or picnic blankets for this event. Food will be available for purchase from vendors. This event is for people ages 17 and up and is not recommended for anyone under 17. Viewer discretion is advised. Free. ASL Interpretation will be provided.


The summer concert series is set to begin on Saturday, June 3rd (6pm-9pm) at the Clarksburg Amphitheater off of Clarksburg Square Rd. “We are excited to ANNOUNCE, Summer Concert Series Season is among us! 
We have top-notch performers COMING YOUR WAY!
 As well as some of our favorite food trucks returning!
 Join the fun every other week and join us at the amphitheater.” The schedule can be seen below:

• Hunter Rich will be performing on Saturday, June 3rd.


Celebrate Three Years of Brewing Excellence with Lone Oak Farm Brewing Company in Olney: Lone Oak Farm Brewing Company, the award-winning craft brewery in Olney, MD, is excited to announce its upcoming third birthday celebration – Harvest Fest – taking place on Friday, June 9th, Saturday, June 10th and Sunday, June 11th, 2023. This milestone marks three years of exceptional craftsmanship, dedication to quality, and a commitment to the community. We kick off Harvest Fest with DC101 DJ Roche! The renowned beer guru will be broadcasting his show LIVE from The Farm on Friday, June 9ª from 3pm to 7pm!

Since its founding in 2020. Lone Oak Farm Brewins Company has become a beloved fixture in the local brewing scene. What began as a small operation has grown into a thriving establishment, oftering a diverse selection of flavorful and innovative brews that satisfy even the most discerning beer enthusiasts.


Friday, June 9th marks the kickoff of the Town of Poolesville’s ‘Friday on the Commons’ 2023 season with ‘Red, White, and Brews’ taking place at the Commons (19701 Fisher Ave) from 6pm until 10pm.

Per the Town of Poolesville: “We’ll have Landmade, Manor Hill, Rockwell & True Respite breweries in our beer garden serving up their favorite beers.  We will also have assorted wines.  Food trucks include Biga Biga Pizza, Maria’s Kitchen & Kona Ice.  We will have plenty of kids activiites, including a bounce house and yard games.  And we’ll have a rockin good time on the Commons listening to the tunes of Michael Heister (under the tent) from 6 – 8 pm and the 19th Street Band on the bandshell from 8 – 10 pm.  You don’t want to miss this event!”


‘Bark in the Park’ will take place on Friday, June 16th from 6pm-9pm  at 19791 Fisher Ave at Whalen Commons in Poolesville. “Who has the dog that looks most like it’s owner, has the best pooch smooch, is the best dressed, has the happiest tail, has the face only a mother could love, or all around best in show?  All of these questions will be answered at our “Cute Dog Contest” and each winner will get an awesome prize!”

Per the Town of Poolesville: “New this year you can “Paint with your Pup” (registration coming soon) and DJ Kevin will have the bandshell rockin.  We will have dog related businesses and organizations including Burning Daylight Kennels, Dog Training Solutions, Bark Social, Warrior Canine Connection and Dogs on Deployment.  Rescue groups joining us include Forever Changed Rescue & K-9 Lifesavers.  And as always we will have food trucks and plenty of kids activities. “


The third annual Montgomery County Children’s Business Fair will return in August after a three-year hiatus. Applications are being accepted for the fair, set for 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 19. The fair, which will be held in Rockville Town Square, is open to youth aged 6-15.

The deadline to apply is Friday, June 2. Applications are available here. Open to the public, the fair will host 40 young entrepreneurs. Those selected will have an opportunity to present innovative ideas and make sales pitches to a panel of judges from the local business community and celebrity influencers.


Regal in Germantown (20000 Century Blvd) will offer $2 tickets to movies all summer, every Tuesday and Wednesday for “Regal Summer Movie Express.” During the first show of the day, enjoy $2 tickets as Regal brings great family movies back to the BIG screen. This is the only Montgomery County Regal location that will be participating in the event, which will last for weeks while school is out. The full schedule can be seen below:

Week 1 — June 20 & 21


Per the Cities of Gaithersburg and Rockville: As part of National Water Safety Month, the City of Gaithersburg and the City of Rockville are jointly hosting Water Safety Day, a free event designed to help people of all ages safely enjoy water activities throughout the summer. It takes place on Friday, June 2 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the  Water Park at Bohrer Park. The event will be held rain or shine.

Water Safety Day includes information booths, lifeguard demonstrations, instructions to safely assist someone struggling in the water, the importance of sunscreen to prevent skin damage, and free swim lesson screenings.As a bonus, when you attend Water Safety Day and visit the various information booths, you can stay to enjoy a free swim. An adult must accompany children under the age of 14.


UPDATE: The Parade has been cancelled due to inclement weather.

Parade Route (photo below) and Road Closures: The parade begins at N. Washington Street and Martins Lane, then heads south on N. Washington Street. From there the parade turns left onto Beall Avenue, right on Maryland Avenue through Rockville Town Square and left onto E. Montgomery Ave. See the image to the right for a map of the parade route. Roads around the parade route begin closing at 6 a.m. and reopen at 2 p.m. Click the link below to view a full list of road closures and times.


The City of Rockville will hold its annual Independence Day celebration and fireworks display at Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park in King Farm on Tuesday, July 4th from 7pm to 10pm. “This location offers wonderful spectator viewing, and ample and convenient parking for the 4th of July festivities. Enjoy live music by Vertigo Red and a 20-minute fireworks display.”

So far, other Montgomery County Independence Day celebrations have been announced in Germantown, Gaithersburg, Kensington/Wheaton, and Poolesville:


The Upper Montgomery County Volunteer Fire Department and Town of Poolesville will also hold its annual Independence Day celebration with fireworks on Tuesday, July 4th. “Join our community in celebrating our national patriotism at the Soccer Fields off of Hughes Road! There will be music, food, fireworks and fun! Gates open at 5 pm.”

So far, other Montgomery County Independence Day celebrations have been announced in Germantown, Gaithersburg, Kensington/Wheaton, and Rockville:


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