Main Street Farmers Market | Open Year-Round on Saturdays | Kentlands, Gaithersburg
The year-round Main Street Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 301 Main St., in the Kentlands. Shop fresh, locally-grown fruits, vegetables, microgreens, mushrooms, plants, and flowers. Take home savory prepared meals, homemade breads, and artisan sweet treats, and find your favorite drink with spirits, fresh ground coffee, and onsite-created juices. Meet local artisans and crafters, chat with Master Gardeners, and enjoy live music by local musicians and songwriters on select Saturdays. Saturdays, year round.
Casey Farmers Market | June 5-November 20, 2025 | Gaithersburg
The Casey Farmers Market is open Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. through November 20 at Casey Community Center, 810 S. Frederick Ave. The Casey Farmers Market focuses on community building, providing accessible, nutritious foods, including hard-to-find specialty produce. Fresh, locally grown produce and eggs, freshly baked breads and sweets, and locally brewed coffees, beer, and spirits all await you at the Casey Market. Plus, enjoy a variety of food trucks and vendors with “Let’s Lunch at Casey” every week.
Otakon | August 2 – 4 | Walter E. Washington Convention Center Washington, DC
This annual convention celebrates all aspects of Asian pop culture including anime, manga, music, movies, video games, and more. Check out the weekend schedule for family-friendly activities, teen-focused highlights, and much more. Go online to register. Please note that children 8 and under can attend for FREE.
Water Lantern Festival | August 9 &10 | 802 National Harbor Blvd, Oxon Hill
This event gives you the opportunity to share a unique experience with your family. Tickets are required. Gates open at 5:30pm. You can enjoy music and food trucks and design your lantern at 8pm. Launch time is from 8:30pm until 9:30m. Note that the hosting organization will clean up all the lanterns after the event and the lanterns are eco-friendly.
DC Arab Culture Festival | August 9, 5PM | The Sky Pavilion at the Kennedy Center, Washington, DC
The DC Arab Culture Festival is a vibrant celebration of Arab and Arab American heritage. It aims to create a safe space for communal solidarity through Art. The festival will feature an Art Bazaar and musical performances, showcasing the rich tapestry of Arab and Middle Eastern cultural experiences in DC. FREE Entry.
Dog Social Yappy Hour | Various Saturdays during the summer | 555 8th St NW, Washington, DC
Bring your pup and join us for a fun-filled Dog Social Yappy Hour and Pool Party! It’s the perfect spot for dogs to socialize while their owners sip on drinks and enjoy tasty bites in a laid-back relaxed atmosphere. If you don’t have a pup Humane Rescue Alliance will be on site for you to meet adoptable pups and learn about their mission. We will feature Pup Cups for our furry friends! Food and Drink Specials will also be avaliable for the people. A portion of proceeds will be donated to Humane Rescue Alliance.
76th Montgomery County Agricultural Fair | August 8–16, 2025 | Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Gaithersburg, MD
A long-standing tradition featuring carnival rides, games, animal exhibits, live entertainment, and delicious fair food. The KidZone offers interactive activities for children. This event is perfect for families looking for a day of fun and excitement. Free admission for all youth ages 11 and under, everyday.
5th Annual Montgomery County Children’s Business Fair | August 9, 2025 11AM-2PM | Rockville Town Square, Rockville
An inspiring marketplace where young entrepreneurs (ages 6–15) showcase their products and services. Children have the opportunity to create, market, and sell their ideas, fostering creativity and business skills.
Park Potomac Ice Cream Social & Back Pack Drive with Potomac Lifestyle Magazine & Washington Commanders | August 23rd-11-3 pm
Come join us at Park Potomac for a sweet treat and a good cause! Our Ice Cream Social is the perfect way to cool off on a hot day while giving back to the community. Don't forget to bring a backpack to donate to those in need. Let's make a difference together! See you there!
African + Caribbean Music & Arts Festival | August 24, 2025 12PM-9PM | Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring
A celebration of African and Caribbean cultures with live music performances, including a steel orchestra and jazz ensemble, arts and crafts, and food vendors. This free festival offers a rich cultural experience for all ages.
Opera in the Outfield | August 24, 2025 4:30PM | Nationals Park, Washington, DC
A unique opportunity to watch a live opera broadcast of Puccini’s Turandot on the big screen in the stadium. Activities. Seating is available in the stands or on the grass in the outfield. The event will feature pre-opera activities, including photo opportunities, prize giveaways, performances by the Taal Academy of Dance, Musico the Magnificent, and Step Afrika!.
Pop-Up Photography Studio at Elysiem | August 28, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Elysiem, 4913 Fairmont Ave, Bethesda
A free professional photography session for you and your pet, including a downloadable photo and complimentary doggie bags
Summer Family Day | August 9, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park
Enjoy hands-on activities about life in the 1800s, play 19th-century games, and get FREE admission to the Woodlawn Museum. All Ages.
Around the World Cultural Food Festival | August 23, 2025 11AM-7PM | Oronoco Bay Park, Alexandria, VA
Celebrate and learn about cultures around the world at this FREE event (food and beverages available for purchase). Attendees can enjoy food from restaurants representing a wide variety of countries, along with singing and dancing performances, vendors, and artisans.
Tangled Roots: Families of Tudor Place | August 26th-31st, 2025 | Tudor Place, Washington, D.C.
Currently on view. Take a guided tour of the historic house and explore the lives and legacies of the multi-generational Black and white families who shaped this iconic Georgetown estate.
DC Jazz Festival | August 27th – 31st | Various Locations, Washington, DC
Among the headliners are NEA Jazz Masters Eddie Palmieri, Ron Carter, Branford Marsalis, Gary Bartz,and Marshall Allen leading the Sun Ra Arkestra, alongside acclaimed vocalists Lalah Hathaway and Cécile McLorin Salvant; and John Scofield, Emmet Cohen, Keyon Harrold, The Baylor Project, and The String Queens. The festival will also showcase the JazzDC All-Stars directed by Allyn Johnson. Check out the website for schedules and ticketing information.