Glen Echo Park

Join us for Glen Echo Park’s annual Holiday Art Show &amp; Sale! With so many unique gifts, it’s a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:
Glass | Ceramics | Photography | Painting | Jewelry | Holiday Ornaments | and more!
Holiday Art Show &amp; Sale November 14, 2026 - January 10, 2027
Popcorn Gallery &amp; Stone Tower Gallery Thursdays &amp; Fridays, 12pm - 4pm Saturdays &amp; Sundays, 12pm - 6pm
Park View Gallery Monday - Saturday, 10am – 6pm

Local Event: Holiday Art Show & Sale at Glen Echo Park

Montgomery County

Bethesda-Chevy Chase

Maryland

Holiday Art Show & Sale at Glen Echo Park

Join us for Glen Echo Park’s annual Holiday Art Show & Sale! With so many unique gifts, it’s a great place to shop for everyone...

Join us for Glen Echo Park’s annual Holiday Art Show &amp; Sale! With so many unique gifts, it’s a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests with works in:
Glass | Ceramics | Photography | Painting | Jewelry | Holiday Ornaments | and more!
An opening reception will be held Saturday, November 14 from 6pm to 8pm in the Park’s Partnership Galleries. The show will be on view November 14, 2026 - January 10, 2027.
Hours &amp; More Information: glenechopark.org/holidayartshow

Local Event: Opening Reception: Holiday Art Show & Sale at Glen Echo Park

Opening Reception: Holiday Art Show & Sale at...

Opening Reception: Holiday Art Show & Sale at Glen Echo Park

Let's Light Up the Carousel at Glen Echo Park with NBC4's own Tommy McFly! Our 105-year-old Dentzel carousel will be illuminated with a stunning display of twinkling lights to welcome the holiday season.
Gather at the Park with family &amp; friends for a carousel lighting at 6pm! Enjoy a hot apple cider as we flip the light switch to kick off our Light Up the Holidays season of holiday events and end-of-year giving.
From 6pm - 8pm, take your own holiday photographs inside the carousel—it's the perfect photo-op for that holiday card family picture! With its warm lighting, vintage atmosphere, and menagerie of hand-painted animals, our 1921 Dentzel carousel is a sought-after spot for portraits. Now we're opening it up to YOU to take your own holiday picture. Winter and holiday props will be available to make your photos even more festive! Suggested donation of $25+.
Learn More: <a href="https://glenechopark.org/light-up-the-carousel" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">glenechopark.org/light-up-the-carousel</a>

Local Event: Light Up the Carousel

Light Up the Carousel

Let's Light Up the Carousel at Glen Echo Park with NBC4's own Tommy McFly! Our 105-year-old Dentzel carousel will be...

In collaboration with Dancing by the Bayou, the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture presents a Cajun dance to live music from Dennis Stroughmatt et L'Esprit Creole. Led by its ambassador Dennis Stroughmatt, L'Esprit Creole brings you the sights, stories and sounds of French Creole music from The Illinois Country. A 30-minute Cajun dance lesson (included with the price of admission) with Sharon Schiliro and Michael Hart of Dancing by the Bayou will start at 1pm, followed by dancing with the band!

Local Event: Cajun Dance with Dennis Stroughmatt et L'Esprit Creole at Glen Echo Park

Cajun Dance with Dennis Stroughmatt et L'Esprit...

In collaboration with Dancing by the Bayou, the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture presents a Cajun dance to live...

Cajun Dance with Dennis Stroughmatt et L'Esprit Creole at Glen Echo Park

Don't forget individual artists and galleries are small businesses too! On Small Business Saturday this year, stop by the Park to support its resident artists, plus invited guest artists from throughout the DMV. Get a head start on your holiday shopping list AND support artists in your community as you browse and buy artwork at the Holiday Art Show &amp; Sale and open studios and galleries throughout the Park.

Local Event: Shop Arts Saturday at Glen Echo Park

Shop Arts Saturday at Glen Echo Park

Don't forget individual artists and galleries are small businesses too! On Small Business Saturday this year, stop by the Park...

Gather with family and friends at Glen Echo Park for kids' holiday crafts, music, and open studios and galleries! Activities include: *Holiday-themed children's arts and crafts; *Musical performances; *The Holiday Art Show &amp; Sale in the Partnership Galleries, featuring the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests. Learn More: glenechopark.org/holidayartshow; *Demos, art sales, and open studios with the Park's Resident Artists, including Glen Echo Pottery's Winter Market Pottery Sale and a Glass Blown Ornament workshop with Glen Echo Glassworks; *Toast to You! A Donor appreciation event; *and more! MORE INFORMATION: glenechopark.org/winterseve

Local Event: Winter’s Eve

Winter’s Eve

Gather with family and friends at Glen Echo Park for kids' holiday crafts, music, and open studios and galleries! Activities...

Join us Friday, August 7, 2026 for Art Walk in the Park at Glen Echo Park! Every First Friday, May - August from 6pm - 8pm, the Glen Echo Park Partnership hosts open studios and artist demonstrations in the Park's many visual arts studios and galleries. Each month features different activities, including hands-on art projects and/or artist demonstrations.
For more information visit <a href="https://glenechopark.org/art-walk" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">glenechopark.org/art-walk</a>

Local Event: Art Walk In The Park - August 7

Art Walk In The Park - August 7

Join us Friday, August 7, 2026 for Art Walk in the Park at Glen Echo Park! Every First Friday, May - August from 6pm - 8pm, the...

GLEN ECHO PARK

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Washington Metropolitan Area

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McLean

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Wheaton

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Georgetown

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Arlington

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Clarendon

Grace Lutheran of Lutherville

Vendor Members Group (VMG) welcomes all local Maryland communities to Shop • Mingle • Eat at our festive Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! 
Join us Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. held at Grace Lutheran Church of Lutherville, 8601 Valleyfield Road (Off W. Seminary), Lutherville, MD 21093. With free admission, rain-or-shine access, tour bus parking, and handicap-friendly facilities, it’s a perfect outing for all ages. 
Discover a handpicked lineup of artisans, crafters, and food vendors showcasing affordable, unique treasures—from stunning artwork, sparkling jewelry, wooden decor, festive decor, and stylish fashion to mouthwatering treats you just can’t leave without. Support Baltimore County’s creators by procuring one-of-a-kind holiday gifts that kids, teens, and adults will enjoy just as you enjoyed shopping for them.

Local Event: 11/7/26 Market of CRAFTS GALORE!

11/7/26 Market of CRAFTS GALORE!

Vendor Members Group (VMG) welcomes all local Maryland communities to Shop • Mingle • Eat at our festive Markets of CRAFTS...

Adventist HealthCare Fieldhouse

Saturday November 7, 2026VIP&nbsp;Hour = 9am-10amGeneral Admission = 10am-5pmBringing together artisan chocolatiers, specialty coffee roasters, gourmet food vendors, and thousands of passionate attendees, this annual celebration showcases the best flavors, products, and experiences from across the region. Discover unique treats, support small businesses, and indulge in a weekend dedicated to chocolate and coffee.Sip, Sample, and Shop from over 120 unique artisans Mascot Photo Opportunities, Seminars, Onsite Activities and more

Local Event: DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival ~ Maryland Edition 

Germantown

DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival ~ Maryland...

Saturday November 7, 2026VIP Hour = 9am-10amGeneral Admission = 10am-5pmBringing together artisan chocolatiers, specialty...

DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival ~ Maryland Edition 

Connie Morella Library (Bethesda)

All are warmly welcomed to an enlightening talk entitled Moving Past Fear - to Healing, held on Saturday, Nov. 7th, 3:00 pm at the Connie Morella Public Library in Bethesda. Parking is available in the library parking lot. 
This talk is sponsored by the Christian Science Society of Chevy Chase. Information is available on our website, clerk.ccmd@gmail.com.
All are invited to attend our services, 10:30am on Sundays, at The Chevy Chase Women's Club, located at 7931 Connecticut Ave. 
Parking is available in the lot behind the building

Local Event: Moving Past Fear - to Healing

Chevy Chase

Moving Past Fear - to Healing

All are warmly welcomed to an enlightening talk entitled Moving Past Fear - to Healing,  held on Saturday, Nov. 7th, 3:00 pm at...

Violinist, Hiu Sing Fan, performs works by Schumann, Messiaen, Stravinsky, Milstein, and Sarasate, and is joined by pianist Cameron Akioka.
Violinist Hiu Sing Fan is the Meadowmount School of Music's 2026 Gurrena Fellowship recipient. The Hong Kong violinist ranked among the top six at both the 2025 Premio Paganini International Violin Competition in Genoa, Italy, and the 2024 George Enescu International Violin Competition in Bucharest, Romania. He is also the Second Prize and Audience Choice Award winner of the 2025 Dallas International Violin Competition. Hiu Sing Fan is joined by pianist Cameron Akioka in a program of works by Schumann, Messiaen, Stravinsky, Milstein, and Sarasate.

Local Event: Meadowmount Gurrena Fellow Recital featuring Violinist Hiu Sing Fan

North Bethesda

Meadowmount Gurrena Fellow Recital featuring...

Violinist, Hiu Sing Fan, performs works by Schumann, Messiaen, Stravinsky, Milstein, and Sarasate, and is joined by pianist...

Meadowmount Gurrena Fellow Recital featuring Violinist Hiu Sing Fan

Julia Bindeman Suburban Center

Get your holiday shopping done early at the one and only WOMEN&nbsp;OF&nbsp;WHC Holiday Boutique.--back for its 40th year with 35+ vendors. Sunday-Monday Nov. 8-9, 9:30am- 6pm at the Julia Bindeman Suburban Center, 11810 Falls Road, Potomac, MD.
Shop for jewelry, makeup, clothes, stationary, home decor, housewares, gifts, sweets, and so much more.&nbsp; Enjoy lunch from the Bean Bag and treats from Brewster's Ice Cream.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Proceeds used to support local, national, and international charities.
FREE&nbsp;ADMISSION

Local Event: Women of Washington Hebrew Congregation Holiday Boutique

Women of Washington Hebrew Congregation Holiday...

Get your holiday shopping done early at the one and only WOMEN OF WHC Holiday Boutique.--back for its 40th year with 35+...

Women of Washington Hebrew Congregation Holiday Boutique

Sunday November 8, 2026

General Admission = 10am-4pm
Bringing together artisan chocolatiers, specialty coffee roasters, gourmet food vendors, and thousands of passionate attendees, this annual celebration showcases the best flavors, products, and experiences from across the region. Discover unique treats, support small businesses, and indulge in a weekend dedicated to chocolate and coffee.
Sip, Sample, and Shop from over 120 unique artisans 
Mascot Photo Opportunities, Seminars, Onsite Activities and more

Sunday November 8, 2026

General Admission = 10am-4pm
Bringing together artisan chocolatiers, specialty coffee roasters,...

McLean School-Lochinver Lane Campus (Middle & Upper School)

McLean Sees Gifts. Help Your Child Discover Their Strengths Is school a place where your child merely survives? If your child is not thriving in school, we invite you to experience the transformative approach at McLean School. 
Our small classes and Abilities Model® prepare bright students K-12 including those with dyslexia, anxiety, attention, and executive functioning challenges for success in college and in life. 
At an Open House, you'll learn about our transformative approach to education from our Head of School and then attend a Middle School (Grades 5-8), or Upper School (Grades 9-12) Information Session. You’ll enjoy a guided tour of our Lochinver Lane Campus, along with meaningful opportunities to connect with faculty, parents, and current students.
<a href="https://info.mcleanschool.org/open-house-register" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register today!</a>

Local Event: McLean School Open House (Grades 5-12)

McLean School Open House (Grades 5-12)

McLean Sees Gifts. Help Your Child Discover Their Strengths  Is school a place where your child merely survives? If your child...

Oneness-Family Montessori School

Join Oneness-Family School for a free Montessori parent-toddler event on Saturday, November 14! In this Montessori-inspired lesson from Montessori-accredited teacher Ja’Shai Rowe, toddlers will explore the story of&nbsp;Leaf Man&nbsp;and create their own colorful autumnal crafts. For parents and toddlers age 1-3 years.

Local Event: Little Stars Story Studio

Little Stars Story Studio

Join Oneness-Family School for a free Montessori parent-toddler event on Saturday, November 14! In this Montessori-inspired...

Pinstripes North Bethesda

Your Saturday plans just got better. Join Craft Cart at Pinstripes North Bethesda for an afternoon of brunch, mimosas, bowling, and creativity. Catch up over brunch, get a little competitive on the lanes, and create something to take home. Bring your friends or come solo—no crafting experience needed.
Your ticket includes:
<ul><li>Brunch</li><li>Mimosas</li><li>Bowling</li><li>One craft of your choice, with materials provided</li></ul>✨ Special Patch Offer! Use code PATCH at checkout to save 10% on your ticket
Pick your craft when booking:
<ul><li>🎨 Layered Wooden Arch and Canvas<ul><li>Paint a separate canvas and wooden arch backing, then assemble a dimensional display piece. Coordinate both surfaces, extend your design across them, or paint the reverse for a double-sided design</li></ul></li><li>🕯️ Sand Art Candle<ul><li>Layer autumn or winter colors in a premium vessel, then choose from five signature seasonal scents to personalize your candle.</li></ul></li><li>🥂 Painted Wine Tumbler Set<ul><li>Customize two insulated, matte-white stainless steel wine tumblers with acrylic paint, markers, and stencils. Create your own colors, patterns, artwork, or phrases.</li></ul></li></ul>

Local Event: A Better Brunch

A Better Brunch

Your Saturday plans just got better. Join Craft Cart at Pinstripes North Bethesda for an afternoon of brunch, mimosas, bowling,...

Silver Creek Middle School

Come browse a variety of unique art and crafts from both community vendors and Silver Creek Middle School students. This family-friendly event features food, drinks, a convenient gift-wrapping station, and fun surprises like face painting and prizes. Proceeds benefit the Silver Creek Middle School PTSA, making it the perfect way to stock up on holiday gifts while supporting local education.

Local Event: Craft Fair at Silver Creek Middle School

Craft Fair at Silver Creek Middle School

Come browse a variety of unique art and crafts from both community vendors and Silver Creek Middle School students. This...

Härth

Gather with family and friends this Thanksgiving for a festive brunch buffet at Härth Restaurant &amp; Lounge at Hilton McLean Tysons Corner.
Savor a festive Thanksgiving spread featuring herb &amp; citrus turkey breast, crispy pork belly and prime rib of beef, alongside seasonal salads, brunch favorites, classic holiday sides and house-made desserts. Inspired by the flavors of Virginia and the Chesapeake, the menu pairs seasonal flavors with the warm hospitality of Härth.
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Optional Add-Ons: Ruinart Champagne Rosé | $132 Campo Viejo Cava Rosé | $45 Massolino Moscato d'Asti | $60 Eric Bordelet Granit Poire | $75Seatings Available: 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
$69.00++&nbsp;per guest. Final payment includes applicable taxes, service fees and gratuity for our service team. Prepayment required.

Local Event: Thanksgiving Brunch at Härth

Thanksgiving Brunch at Härth

  Gather with family and friends this Thanksgiving for a festive brunch buffet at Härth Restaurant & Lounge at Hilton McLean...

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Holiday Art Show & Sale at Glen Echo Park

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Glen Echo Park, 7300 Macarthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD

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