Arts & Entertainment
Weekend Events: Fine Art Festival, Cinco de Mayo Celebration, B&O Railroad Open House and More
Looking for something exciting to do this weekend? Check out some of the fun things going on near Wheaton and around the rest of the DC area.
Each week, Patch puts together a list of local activities and events going on in your area this weekend. Check back weekly and tell us in the comments if you know of any additional activities coming up.
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3rd Annual Silver Spring Fine Art Festival
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- Where: 880 Ellsworth Dr, Silver Spring
- When: Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m.
- Description: Visitors are invited to view art by painters, sculptors, photographers, jewelers, digital artists, glass, fiber and ceramic artisans; also artwork in mixed-media, metal, and wood.
- Cost: Free
3rd Annual Naptown barBAYq Contest & Music Festival
- Where: 1450 Generals Hwy, Crownsville
- When: Saturday, May 4, 11 a.m.
- Description: The Festival is a family affair and will feature food, libations, continuous live music from two stages, activities for all ages, arts and crafts vendors, and cooking demonstrations.
- Cost: $10
Big Nate the musical
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- Where: 7300 Macarthur Blvd, Glen Echo
- When: Saturday, May 4, 11 a.m.
- Description: Musical based on the comic strip and books by Lincoln Peirce. Appropriate for ages 5 and up.
- Cost: $19
The Tempest presented by Rockville Little Theatre
- Where: 603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville
- When: Friday, May 3, 8 a.m.
- Description: Shakespeare’s tale of love and forgiveness, The Tempest is presented by the Rockville Little Theatre.
- Cost: $18
Burtonsville Farmers Market
- Where: 2410 Spencerville Rd, Burtonsville
- When: Sunday, May 5, 10 a.m.
- Description: Farmers, hand-craft artisans and more.
- Cost: Free
Six Flags Celebrates Cinco de Mayo
- Where: 13710 Central Ave, Upper Marlboro
- When: Sunday, May 5, 10:30 a.m.
- Description: On May 5, 2013, Six Flags America will celebrate Cinco de Mayo, presented by Ortega, with a lineup of entertainment, games, prizes, food and a special Coasters After Dark ride time.
- Cost: $59.99
Free Open House Silver Spring Historical B&O RR station
- Where: 8100 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring
- When: Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m.
- Description: Family event presented by Montgomery Preservation, Inc. and the Silver Spring Historical Society. Admission to the building and public houses are free this weekend only.
- Cost: Free
Silver Spring Nursery School’s 10th Annual Truck Touch
- Where: 10309 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring
- When: Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m.
- Description: Family event hosted by the Silver Spring Nursery School.
- Cost: $5
- Where: 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo
- When: April 25 – June 9, Thursdays and Fridays 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., Saturdays and Sundays, 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
- Description: An elegant production of the classic children’s favorite. Set in 17th century France.
- Cost: $10
Check back next week for more upcoming weekend events.