Silver Spring, MD Local News, Events, and Information

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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Silver Spring Weather: Saturday October 10

High: 72°

Low: 59°

Wind: 7 MPH ESE

Chance of rain: 13%

Overcast, with a high of 72 and low of 59 degrees. Overcast in the morning,

Washington event

Fri Jul 17 6:00 pm

Fridays at Fort Totten FREE Concert Series 2026

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Fridays at Fort Totten FREE Concert Series 2026

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Sarau de Samba: A Roots Samba Experience - Sun Oct 18 2:00 pm
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Bachata - Salsa Festival - Sun Oct 11 12:00 pm
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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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Washington event

Sat Aug 1 3:00 pm

Street Art & Wheat Pasting Workshop with Absurdly Well

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Street Art & Wheat Pasting Workshop with Absurdly Well

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Washington event

Sun Jul 19 12:00 pm

MUZE MRKT

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MUZE MRKT

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Silver Spring event

Sun Jul 19 1:00 pm

International Food & Craft Festival

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International Food & Craft Festival

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Takoma Park Sun. Jul 12 2026

Late-Round Drama: The Ultimate DMV Fan Guide to the 2026 World Cup Semifinals

Semifinal fever hits the DMV. France vs. Spain, England's title chase, and one final spot up for grabs. Here is where to watch.

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Late-Round Drama: The Ultimate DMV Fan Guide to the 2026 World Cup Semifinals

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Takoma Park Sat. Jul 11 2026

Find Your People, Part 2: The DMV's Craft-Fueled Summer Subcultures

The DMV is full of worlds built on craft, immersion, and imagination. This guide highlights the most captivating summer subcultures waiting to be discovered.

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Find Your People, Part 2: The DMV's Craft-Fueled Summer Subcultures

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Takoma Park Fri. Jul 10 2026

What to do in Takoma Park & the DMV this weekend: Friday, Jul 10 - Sunday, Jul 12

Check out these 16 events coming up this weekend on our calendar.

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What to do in Takoma Park & the DMV this weekend: Friday, Jul 10 - Sunday, Jul 12

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Silver Spring Thu. Jul 9 2026

Cimafunk at Silver Spring Jazz Festival: A Masterclass in Cross-Cultural Groove

Havana meets New Orleans at the free Silver Spring Jazz Festival on Sept. 12, as Grammy-nominated Cimafunk connects Afro-Cuban funk, soul, with uncontainable groove.

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Cimafunk at Silver Spring Jazz Festival: A Masterclass in Cross-Cultural Groove

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Takoma Park event

Sun Jul 12 10:00 am

Portrait Sessions — Chasing Light

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Portrait Sessions — Chasing Light

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