Takoma Park, MD Local News, Events, and Information

Bethesda Fri. Aug 21 2026

Windows Into the World: Strathmore's 2026–2027 Season of Cultural Discovery

Strathmore's Windows Series returns with 10 free behind the music events/ Cuban dance and West African markets to centuries old Qawwali conversations.

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Windows Into the World: Strathmore's 2026–2027 Season of Cultural Discovery

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Takoma Park Thu. Aug 20 2026

Weekend Roundup: Chuck Brown Day News, Ledisi, Washington Folk Fest and More

The 12th Annual Chuck Brown Day is here. Plus, check out these other events coming up this weekend on our calendar.

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Weekend Roundup: Chuck Brown Day News, Ledisi, Washington Folk Fest and More

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Takoma Park Weather: Wednesday October 7

High: 73°

Low: 50°

Wind: 4 MPH SSW

Chance of rain: 2%

Sunny, with a high of 73 and low of 50 degrees. Sunny during the morning, clear during the afternoon and evening,

Silver Spring Wed. Aug 19 2026

The Under-Basement Chronicles: A Night with Soft Palms & A Kid Named Rhi Live in Silver Spring

Dream-pop meets basement dive as Soft Palms and A Kid Named Rhi take over Quarry House Tavern in Silver Spring on August 22—bring your appetite.

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The Under-Basement Chronicles: A Night with Soft Palms & A Kid Named Rhi Live in Silver Spring

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Lalah Hathaway - Thu Oct 8 7:30 am
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7th Annual DCLIVE All Black Semi Formal Gala - Sat Oct 10 7:30 pm
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Art on the Rocks with The Art League - Thu Oct 8 6:00 pm
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2026 DC Turkish Festival - Sun Oct 18 11:00 am
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Grand African Run 2026 - Sat Oct 10 9:00 am
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Lectures on Tap - Lab-Grown Brains: A New Reality - Thu Oct 8 6:30 pm
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Bachata - Salsa Festival - Sun Oct 11 12:00 pm
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Velvet Nights R&B Series - Fri Oct 9 8:00 pm
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Bethesda Tue. Aug 18 2026

Strathmore Adds Four Bold Performances to 2026–2027 Season

Strathmore adds the Strathmore Jazz Orchestra, Gustavo Santaolalla's Ronroco Tour, Béla Fleck trio, and The Orchestral Qawwali Project to its 2026–2027 season.

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Strathmore Adds Four Bold Performances to 2026–2027 Season

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Takoma Park Mon. Aug 17 2026

Before Its Gone: Is This the End of the D.C. Happy Hour?

The 5 o'clock hour is changing—but whether remote work, shifting drinking habits, or something else is behind it, the pause between work and home is still worth protecting.

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Before Its Gone: Is This the End of the D.C. Happy Hour?

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Takoma Park Mon. Aug 17 2026

We Found Free Admission Events This Week: No Cover. No Ticket. Just Show Up.

From textile arts and chess to sound baths and French New Wave cinema, this week is packed with free events—no wallet required.

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We Found Free Admission Events This Week: No Cover. No Ticket. Just Show Up.

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Takoma Park event

Sun Aug 23 12:00 pm

Family Chess

Details.This is the ultimate, zero-stress zone for casual

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Takoma Park event

Wed Aug 19 10:30 am

Yard Dramas @ Crossroads Farmers Market

Details.Bring the entire family down to the Crossroads Far

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Takoma Park event

Tue Aug 18 3:15 pm

Sketch Club/Comics Jam

Details.The legendary Illustration & Drawing Session i

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Takoma Park event

Sat Aug 22 7:00 pm

Live Music with Soft Palms & A Kid Named Rhi

Details.A beautifully dark, hazy dive into dream-pop and jazz-tinted

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Live Music with Soft Palms & A Kid Named Rhi

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Takoma Park event

Mon Aug 24 6:00 pm

Poetry Book Club with Sidney

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Sat Aug 22 10:00 am

14th Annual Back 2 School Health & Wellness Festival

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