Coming off of two delayed fireworks shows at Gaithersburg’s SummerFest and Mid-County Sparkles in Kensington, there are still opportunities to watch fireworks in the county on July 4th. Three different public celebrations will take place in Germantown, Poolesville, and Rockville. Information on all three can be seen below:
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”Family and friends visiting for Independence Day weekend? Get them moving and into nature! These are some activities happening around Montgomery Parks Friday, July 1, to Monday, July 4!” by Montgomery Parks
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Mount Airy will be hosting a fireworks event on July 3rd. The event will take place at the Mount Airy Carnival Grounds, located at 1008 Twin Arch Rd. Per the Facebook event page: “We are looking forward to seeing you again this year for our fireworks event on July 3rd!!! Here are all the things you need to know:
Montgomery Parks, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, announces its July line-up of special events, including Park and Recreation Month, Latino Conservation Week and Shakespeare under the stars
July Events at Montgomery Parks Include:
Explore all things sports as the City hosts the annual SportsFest. Youth entering grades K through 8 can participate in a variety of activities. The free event, which takes place rain or shine, will be held at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park at Summit Hall Farm, on Saturday, July 16th.
The Gaithersburg Sports philosophy of participation over competition will be on display throughout the day. The event kicks off with a 3K Run through Bohrer Park at 8 a.m., registration is required for the 3K Run. Following the 3K Run, a 1K Fun Run through Bohrer Park will be held at 8:30 a.m.
The Fox 5 morning show will bring its Zip Trip live broadcast to Rockville Town Square, Friday, July 8 to highlight Montgomery County and the City of Rockville. The roving report from the news morning show highlights a different location with a live broadcast each week from areas in the Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia region.
“The season will bring out our morning show talent to areas across the DMV,” reporter Sierra Fox said in a 2022 Zip Trip preview on the Fox 5 website. “We’ve got some familiar favorite segments, plus new ones up our sleeves. We want to share our excitement and prepare you to join us on Friday morning.”
Grow & Fortify’s Maryland Beer, Wine, & Spirits Festival returns to the Montgomery County Agricultural Fairgrounds on Saturday, July 9. Attendees may browse artisans, dine with food trucks and sample an excellent selection of Maryland craft beer, wine, spirits, cider and mead. This event is a consumer experience presenting the three pillars of the state’s craft alcohol industry in one venue.
“We’re fortunate to work closely with Maryland’s craft alcohol producers,” said Abby Casarella, the director of events at Grow & Fortify. “Our organization can present the industry and these delicious products in a way that uniquely focuses on the producer.”
After hosting a successful hybrid model of in-person and simulcasted online activities last year, the 9th Annual “Fit Fathers Day” Celebration returns with energetic and motivational workouts in an On-Demand format available on Father’s Day Weekend. The free wellness experience will focus on fitness sets, healthy eating resources, and content that encourages positive lifestyle habits. Available at FitFathersDay.com, expect four unique workouts from three elite Fit Fathers trainers.
“The pandemic has changed how we access information and interact with others,” stated Fit Fathers founder Kimatni Rawlins. “Instant gratification and online interfacing have become our newfangled way of life. Therefore, we adjusted “Fit Fathers Day” to offer families an enriching workout any time they desire and anyplace they choose.”
Summer nights call for movie lights! The BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown has announced FREE showings of Shrek, In The Heights, Encanto, Sister Act and Sister Act II throughout the summer. Concessions will be available for purchase and no outside drinks are allowed. Anyone interested is encouraged to bring their most comfy blanket or lawn chairs.
8:00 PM – arrival 8:30 PM – movie starts. Questions? [email protected]
The Taste of Wheaton will return after a two-year hiatus with a full day of food, music and activities for all ages from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday, June 12, at Marian Fryer Plaza in Downtown Wheaton. Kids rides and activities are free, with food and drinks available for purchase from local Wheaton restaurants.
Marian Fryer Plaza is located at 2424 Reedie Plaza adjacent to the Wheaton Triangle Business District.
ComedY: Montgomery Parks teams up with Improbable Comedy to celebrate Pride Month with Pride in the Park: An LGBTQ Comedy Show(opens in a new tab) on Thursday, June 9. Seating begins at 6 pm and show at 7 pm. Free admission! Recommended for individuals seventeen and older. Food and beer vendors onsite. Bring chairs and blankets. This program is part of our Parks Playhouse summer performance series.
Skateboarding: Grab your boards and helmets and head to Olney Manor Skate Park for Skate Night(opens in a new tab) on Friday, June 10, from 6 pm to 8 pm. This open skate event also features local skaters Shreddie Mercury and Deja Brown. Free admission! Disc jockey, food trucks, and giveaways!