Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Fourth annual festival in Wheaton will showcase the county’s cultural roots in China, Ethiopia, India and El Salvador.
An International Village. A parade of nations. A whirlwind of song and dance. A culinary battle royale, Salvadoran-style. That and more will be in store on Sunday at the World of Montgomery Festival in downtown Wheaton, the fourth annual celebration of the county's far-flung roots. The festival runs from noon to 5 p.m. at Grandview Avenue and Reedie Drive, one block from the Wheaton Metro station. Thanks to a partnership with Kid International Discovery Museum, it will be the largest free event Montgomery County has ever orchestrated. The festival is fit for all ages, but is especially kid-friendly. The county partnered with the KID Museum to create an International Village, with four large tents representing China, India, El Salvador …
Monday, July 30, 2012
From fried Oreos to prize heifers, check out some of the best fairs and festivals in Maryland coming up in August.
August is just days away, and with it comes fair season. Check out some of the great fairs and festivals going on this month throughout Prince George's and Montgomery counties. Montgomery County Agricultural Fair Featuring over 40 rides, all your favorite carnival foods (think "fried Oreos") and tons of contests and exhibits, the annual Montgomery County Agricultural Fair has something for everyone. The fair will take place on Chestnut Street in Gaithersburg from Aug. 10 through 18, and tickets are $10, but if you happen to be 11 years old or younger, admission is free. Prince George’s County Fair Where can you go to see a beautiful baby contest, a chain saw artist and pig and duck races, all in the same place? The Prince George’s County …
Monday, June 18, 2012
Spend some time this summer at a few of Maryland and D.C.'s summer festivals and fairs.
Whether you’re a fan of festivals, fairs or barbecues, summertime typically brings out the best in each. Check out our list to see what Maryland and D.C. have in store for you this summer. The Safeway Barbeque Battle If you love to barbecue (or just love to eat it), don’t miss D.C.’s 20th Annual Safeway Barbeque Battle on Saturday, June 23 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday, June 24 from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The battle occurs on Pennsylvania Avenue where you can take your kids on rides, check out one of the 30 bands scheduled to perform or just hang out and eat delicious barbecue. Admission is $12 for ages 12 and up, $5 for ages 6-12 and free for children under 5. Smithsonian Folklife Festival If you happen to be on the National Mall …
