Takoma Park, 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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Takoma Park Weather: Tuesday July 14

High: 96°

Low: 67°

Wind: 4 MPH WSW

Chance of rain: 4%

Sunny, with a high of 96 and low of 67 degrees. Sunny in the morning, clear overnight.

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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Wendy & DB - Thu Jul 16 7:00 pm
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Striking Matches - Wed Jul 15 7:30 pm
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Fridays at Fort Totten FREE Concert Series 2026 - Fri Jul 17 6:00 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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Cheyney DMV Crab Feast 2026 - Sat Jul 25 2:00 pm
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Baltimore Afro-Food Festival - Sat Jul 25 12:00 pm
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International Food & Craft Festival - Sun Jul 19 1:00 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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Takoma Park event

Sat Jul 25 2:00 pm

Cheyney DMV Crab Feast 2026

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Cheyney DMV Crab Feast 2026

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Takoma Park event

Sat Jul 25 12:00 pm

Baltimore Afro-Food Festival

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Baltimore Afro-Food Festival

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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 event

Fri Jul 24 6:30 pm

Writing class

Unlock your potential at this creative writing workshop where you will learn practical strategies to enhance your storyt

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Writing class

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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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