Bethesda, MD Local News, Events, and Information

Takoma Park Fri. Jul 17 2026

The Weekend is Here! What to do Edit: Saturday, Jul 18 - Sunday, Jul 19

Check out these 9 events coming up this weekend on our calendar.

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The Weekend is Here! What to do Edit: Saturday, Jul 18 - Sunday, Jul 19

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Takoma Park Fri. Jul 17 2026

Code Purple Air Quality Alert: Canadian Wildfire Smoke and Extreme Heat Blanket the DMV

A Code Purple air quality alert, driven by Canadian wildfire smoke and a punishing heat wave, has blanketed the DMV—but weekend rain and a cold front to the rescue.

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Code Purple Air Quality Alert: Canadian Wildfire Smoke and Extreme Heat Blanket the DMV

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Bethesda Weather: Saturday July 18

High: 99°

Low: 74°

Wind: 15 MPH SW

Chance of rain: 68%

Smoky haze, with a high of 99 and low of 74 degrees. Smoky haze in the morning, clear in the afternoon and evening, smoky haze overnight.

Takoma Park Fri. Jul 17 2026

Takoma Park's Victory: How Neighbors Defeated a Highway and Built the Red Line

In the 1970s, Takoma Park residents chose a Metro station over a six-lane highway, sacrificing exquisite architecture—and 7105 Cedar is proof that the trade-off was worth it.

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Takoma Park's Victory: How Neighbors Defeated a Highway and Built the Red Line

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Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers - Wed Jul 29 8:00 pm
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Street Art & Wheat Pasting Workshop with Absurdly Well - Sat Aug 1 3:00 pm
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MUZE MRKT - Sun Jul 19 12:00 pm
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International Food & Craft Festival - Sun Jul 19 1:00 pm
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Ringside at Anthem Row - Sat Jul 25 3:00 pm
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Art in the Attic - September 12th Pop Up Market - Sat Sep 12 5:00 pm
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Art in the Attic - August 8th 2026 Pop Up Market - Sat Aug 8 5:00 pm
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Cimafunk Headlines Silver Spring Jazz Festival - Sat Sep 12 10:00 am
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Takoma Park Thu. Jul 16 2026

20 Watts of Pure Joy: How Takoma Radio Beat the Giants (Again)

Takoma Radio’s 20-watt, WOWD-LP 94.3 FM wins the Washington City Paper’s "Best Radio Station" award for the second year— proving the neighborhood still has the juice.

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20 Watts of Pure Joy: How Takoma Radio Beat the Giants (Again)

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Takoma Park Thu. Jul 16 2026

Extreme Heat Alert: Montgomery County Issues Warning for Thursday Afternoon

Montgomery County is under an Extreme Heat Alert from 1 PM to 7 PM on July 16. Stay hydrated, stay cool, and check on vulnerable neighbors and pets.

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Extreme Heat Alert: Montgomery County Issues Warning for Thursday Afternoon

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Washington Wed. Jul 15 2026

Island Roots, Capital Flavors: Chef Ismael Mendez in D.C.

Chef Ismael Mendez brings the soul of Puerto Rico to D.C. with a whole-roasted pig communal dinner on July 26 and live salsa on the first Friday of every month.

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Island Roots, Capital Flavors: Chef Ismael Mendez in D.C.

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Bethesda event

Wed Jul 29 8:00 pm

Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers

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Takoma Park Tue. Jul 14 2026

Lake Arbor Jazz Festival: 16 Years of Mansion Vibes and World-Class Jazz

The 16th annual Lake Arbor Jazz Festival brings five days of jazz, R&B, and celebration to Mitchellville's historic mansion and the MGM National Harbor stage.

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Lake Arbor Jazz Festival: 16 Years of Mansion Vibes and World-Class Jazz

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Silver Spring Mon. Jul 13 2026

Summer at Carpe Diem Arts: The Heartbeat and Glue of Silver Spring’s Culture

Carpe Diem Arts has spent a decade building creative confidence in Silver Spring's children—now it is time for Veterans Plaza's biggest festivals to join the movement.

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Summer at Carpe Diem Arts: The Heartbeat and Glue of Silver Spring’s Culture

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Takoma Park Mon. Jul 13 2026

Fridays at Fort Totten: Free D.C. Live Music Series with Local Flavor

Free live music, local food vendors, and family‑friendly vibes light up Fort Totten every Friday night through August.

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Fridays at Fort Totten: Free D.C. Live Music Series with Local Flavor

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Washington event

Fri Jul 17 6:00 pm

Fridays at Fort Totten FREE Concert Series 2026

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Takoma Park Sun. Jul 12 2026

Mid-Summer Flavor Map: July's Essential DMV Food Festivals

July's best bites are slipping away. Your last chance to hit the region's food truck convoys, prix-fixe feasts, and peach orchards before the summer harvest turns.

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Mid-Summer Flavor Map: July's Essential DMV Food Festivals

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