Fifth Annual Celebrate Takoma Festival Returns This Month

TAKOMA PARK, MD — Takoma Park residents are encouraged to celebrate the vibrant cultural diversity of the community at the fifth annual Celebrate Takoma Festival, which will be held in front of the Community Center on Saturday, May 20.

The Recreation Department, along with some dedicated volunteers, will transform Maple Avenue into a world of fun and learning. The free family festival block party will feature arts, crafts, entertainment, music, games and food from all over the world.

The event will be held rain or shine. Due to limited parking, residents are encouraged to walk. Residents should also bring lawn chairs.

Maple Ave. from Philadelphia Ave. to Lee Ave. will be closed from 12-8 p.m., as well as Grant Ave at Hancock Ave. Detours will be set in place including bus routes to ensure smooth traffic flow. The festival will run from 4-7 p.m.

For more information please contact John Webster at 301-891-7225 or JohnW@takomaparkmd.gov.

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