2026 GreenFest
2026-04-25 11:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | BlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown, MD, 20874, United States
The Montgomery County GreenFest is the largest environmental festival in Montgomery County, MD, and is made possible thanks to a coalition of public, private and nonprofit partners.

250 Actions
Montgomery County GreenFest is going big in 2026! To honor the 250th anniversary of Montgomery County (founded in 1776), this year’s theme centers on legacy and collective action. We invite every resident to celebrate Montgomery County’s 250 years by committing to 250 actions that safeguard our environment and public health.

For more Information: https://montgomerycountygreenfest.org/

Montgomery County Energy Summit: Elevating Building Performance
2026-04-28 - 2026-04-29 | Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza, 1 Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
Montgomery County Energy Summit:
Elevating Building Performance
April 28 – 29 • Silver Spring Civic Center
Don’t miss your chance to register at early-bird rates for the 2026 Montgomery County Energy Summit, happening April 28 – 29 at the Silver Spring Civic Building. This year’s Summit, themed “Elevating Building Performance,” delivers top-tier content for building owners, property managers, developers, energy contractors, and sustainability professionals.
🔔 Register Now – Save Early
Secure your spot and unlock special pricing during the early-bird window! The Summit provides a transformative opportunity to:

Explore education sessions showcasing advanced strategies and innovative technologies
Connect with leading experts in energy efficiency, resilience, and sustainability
Prepare your building portfolio to meet performance standards

➤ Register for the 2026 Summit  at early-bird rates through January 27

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RainScape Your Yard - Session I: Evaluating Stormwater Solutions for Home Landscapes
2026-04-30 19:00 - 21:00 | MD
RainScape Your Yard – Session I: Evaluating Stormwater Solutions for Home Landscapes
Thursday, April 30 | 7 pm – 9 pm
Brookside Garden Virtual Classroom

Montgomery Count Department of Environmental Protection StaffSession I: Learn how environmentally friendly landscapes, such as conservation landscapes and rain gardens, can help manage stormwater issues on residential properties. We’ll review steps to planning a RainScape including site evaluation and determining the type and scale of project that best suits your needs.A RainScape is a landscape or design technique that helps reduce stormwater runoff from individual properties. RainScape projects can include rain gardens, conservation landscapes, green roofs, and permeable pavements. The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection offers a rebate program for approved RainScape projects for homeowners. To be eligible for a rebate, participants must apply and be approved for installation based on a submitted plan before projects are installed. These two sessions are intended to help homeowners create a RainScape design plan. Classes are open to anyone regardless if applying for a RainScape rebate.

NOTE: This class is offered virtually as a live, online webinar though the Zoom platform with audience Q & A. After registering, a link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the live webinar. A recording of the lecture will be sent to registrants to access online for up to 30 days. Please ensure your Active Montgomery account is updated with your correct email address.

To register through Active Montgomery: https://mdmontgomeryctyweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=495116870

Multi-Tenant Buildings & BEPS — How it Affects You
2026-05-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Bethesda Green, 4825 Cordell Avenue, Suite 200, Bethesda, 20814, United States
Multi-Tenant Buildings & BEPS — How it Affects You
Wednesday, May 13 • 7 PM
Bethesda Green, 4825 Cordell Avenue, #2nd Floor, Bethesda, MD 20814

This session will introduce the fundamentals of benchmarking and Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS)
Join us for the first session in our educational series focused on helping condominium communities understand and navigate energy performance requirements. This session will introduce the fundamentals of benchmarking and Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) and outline what both building leaders and individual unit owners need to know.
In this session, we’ll cover:
• What benchmarking is and why it’s required
• What information is—and is not—reported in annual energy tracking
• An introduction to BEPS and how it applies to condominiums
• What actions the building can and should take
• What actions unit owners can and should take
• Key timelines and available compliance pathways
• County-level support resources, including benchmarking assistance and building assessmentsWhether you’re a board member, property manager, or interested resident, this session will provide the foundational knowledge you need to guide your condominium community toward compliance and improved energy performance.
For more information and to register

Bike to Work Day 2026
2026-05-15 | MD
Montgomery County residents are encouraged to participate in the regional Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 15.  Online registration is now open. The annual event celebrates bicycling as a fun, healthy, and climate-friendly way to travel.  Free pit stop events will be available across the region throughout the morning, including 15 located in Montgomery County. The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will sponsor eight of those pit stops featuring music, snacks, raffles, and vendors.
The first 18,000 bicyclists to register and participate will receive a free t-shirt and be automatically entered into a raffle to win a new bike.
For more information: https://www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapps/Press_Detail.aspx?Item_ID=48521

RainScape Your Yard - Session II: Plants & Landscape Design for RainScapes Gardens
2026-05-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Brookside Gardens Visitors Center, 1800 Glenallen Avenue, Wheaton, MD, 20902, United States
RainScape Your Yard – Session II: Plants & Landscape Design for RainScapes Gardens

Sunday, May 17, 10 am – 12 pm

Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD, 20902
(301)962-1451

Location Map: Brookside Garden Adult Classroom

Instructor: Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection StaffSession II: Explore strategies to properly size a garden project, estimate plant quantities, and create an effective planting plan. Study the range of native plants for managing water runoff and supporting pollinators and wildlife. Learn the steps to develop and submit a plan that qualifies for the RainScapes Rewards Rebate. Registrants will receive a selection of free native plants to take home. Classes are open to anyone regardless if applying for a RainScape rebate and attendance at the prior session on April 30th is not required. An optional brief garden tour will be included as part of the program.A RainScape is a landscape or design technique that helps reduce stormwater runoff from individual properties. RainScape projects can include rain gardens, conservation landscapes, green roofs, and permeable pavements. The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection offers a rebate program for approved RainScape projects for homeowners. To be eligible for a rebate, participants must apply and be approved for installation based on a submitted plan before projects are installed. These two sessions are intended to help homeowners create a RainScape design plan.

**NOTE: This in person event will take place in the Visitor Center Adult Classroom, located at 1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902.

To register: https://mdmontgomeryctyweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=495116909

Taste of Wheaton: Maryland's Culinary & Culture Festival
2026-06-07 11:00 - 17:00 | Marian Fryer Town Plaza, 2424 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, MD, 20902, United States
MARYLAND’S CULINARY & CULTURE FESTIVAL
Wheaton’s incredible food scene is built by the restaurants, cooks, and small businesses that share their traditions and flavors with the community every day. Taste of Wheaton is our chance to celebrate that together.
Now celebrating its 30th year, Taste of Wheaton has been bringing the community together since 1996 to experience the flavors, cultures, and entrepreneurial spirit that make Wheaton one of the region’s most exciting places to eat and explore.
On Sunday, June 7, Marian Fryer Town Plaza will once again fill with the aromas, music, and energy that make Wheaton such a special place to connect. Thousands of residents and visitors come each year to sample food from local restaurants, discover small businesses, and experience live entertainment and cultural performances throughout the day.
We invite local restaurants, food vendors, artisans, and community exhibitors to be part of this vibrant celebration of Wheaton’s culinary traditions and cultural community.
For more information: https://www.wheatonmd.org/taste-of-wheaton

2026 OMG Gala
2026-06-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Brookside Gardens Visitors Center, 1800 Glenallen Avenue, Wheaton, MD, 20902, United States
Stay tuned! Details added as available.

Solar United Neighbors Solar Coffee Chat
2026-07-20 16:00 - 17:00 | MD
Solar United Neighbors Solar Coffee Chat
Virtual • Monday, July 20 • 4 – 5 pm

Grab your coffee and join us for an informal and informative Solar Coffee Chat! Whether you’re just starting to explore solar energy, ready to go solar, or have solar already, this virtual gathering can answer your questions live, about what you need to know about making the switch to solar power and what comes next.
This is your chance to ask questions, connect with others who are in the same stage as you, and gain the confidence you need to embrace renewable energy. Let’s chat, share ideas, and start (or continue!) your solar journey!
https://www.mobilize.us/solarunitedneighbors/event/758543/

Solar United Neighbors Solar Coffee Chat
2026-09-28 16:00 - 17:00 | MD
Solar United Neighbors Solar Coffee Chat
Virtual • Monday, September 28 • 4 – 5 pm

Grab your coffee and join us for an informal and informative Solar Coffee Chat! Whether you’re just starting to explore solar energy, ready to go solar, or have solar already, this virtual gathering can answer your questions live, about what you need to know about making the switch to solar power and what comes next.
This is your chance to ask questions, connect with others who are in the same stage as you, and gain the confidence you need to embrace renewable energy. Let’s chat, share ideas, and start (or continue!) your solar journey!
https://www.mobilize.us/solarunitedneighbors/event/758543/

Solar United Neighbors Solar Coffee Chat
2026-11-18 16:00 - 17:00 | MD
Solar United Neighbors Solar Coffee Chat
Virtual • Wednesday, November 18 • 4 – 5 pm

Grab your coffee and join us for an informal and informative Solar Coffee Chat! Whether you’re just starting to explore solar energy, ready to go solar, or have solar already, this virtual gathering can answer your questions live, about what you need to know about making the switch to solar power and what comes next.
This is your chance to ask questions, connect with others who are in the same stage as you, and gain the confidence you need to embrace renewable energy. Let’s chat, share ideas, and start (or continue!) your solar journey!
https://www.mobilize.us/solarunitedneighbors/event/758543/
