Get Out: Close To Home Activities for Memorial Day Weekend

Saving on gas prices by staying at home this Memorial Day weekend? We’ve got you covered. Here’s a few family friendly events going on close to home.

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Where/When: 6-8pm Thusday at Veteran’s Park, Woodmont and Norfolk Ave.

Why Go: Check out the sounds of West African group Cheike Hamala Diabete and enjoy the nearly-summer evening.

Pricing: Free

2.

Where/When: 1p.m. -10p.m. Saturday and Sunday and 9a.m. -1p.m. Monday in Rockville Town Square

Why Go:  This weekend-long celebration will feature music, dance, food, activities for kids and adults, and a huge arts and crafts festival. On Saturday, check out performances by the Lloyd Dobler Effect and Bob Schneider. George Clinton &
Parliament/Funkadelic are on tap for Sunday, followed by a Memorial Day ceremony and parade on Monday.

3.

Where/When:11:30a.m.-4p.m. Monday at

Why Go: Mom Ami Gabi’s famous brunch – with favorites like blueberry French toast and waffles with nutella – will be extended into Monday in honor of the long weekend.

Pricing: Varies

4.

Where/When: 8:30a.m. -10:30a.m. Saturday at the

Why Go: Spy some native bird species in Cabin John Regional Park on a hike lead by a Maryland Ornithological Society member.

Pricing: Free, but registration is required

5. CELEBRATE MEMORIAL DAY IN BETHESDA

Where/When:  10:30a.m. Monday at Veterans’ Park at Woodmont and Norfolk Avenue

Why Go: Honor veterans this Memorial Day with Bethesda’s annual observance in Veteran’s Park.

Pricing: free