Rockville hosts family-friendly special events throughout the year. Mark your calendar for the following free events in the months ahead:
Rockville Science Day (Free) • Sunday, April 23; noon-5 p.m.; Montgomery College/Rockville, 51 Mannakee St.
The 28th annual Rockville Science Day offers a chance to experience science hands-on with exhibits featuring animals, astronomy, biology, chemistry, the environment, robotics and rockets. Learn more and register to exhibit at http://rockvillesciencecenter.org/rockville-science-day/.
Rockville Farmers Market • Saturdays, May 13-Nov. 18; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Route 28 (E. Jefferson St.) and Monroe St., Rockville Town Center
Find seasonal fruits and vegetables, bedding plants, cut flowers, preserves, honey, herbs, baked goods, and more from regional growers and producers. Learn more at www.rockvillemd.gov/farmers.
Public Works Equipment Show (Free) • Thursday, May 25; 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Rockville Swim and Fitness Center, 355 Martins Lane
Kids – and kids at heart –can climb into the operator’s seat of some of the big trucks used by the city’s Department of Public Works. The show includes balloons, popcorn, coloring books and other giveaways.
Hometown Holidays Music Fest (Free) • Saturday-Monday, May 27-29; Rockville Town Center
This popular music festival includes four stages of entertainment, the Taste of Rockville, amusements for kids and the Memorial Day ceremony and parade. Learn more in “Rockville Reports” and at www.rockvillemd.gov/hometownholidays.
Suds and Soles 5K • Saturday, June 24; Rockville Town Center
Run a 5K course through Town Center, attend a post-race party, sample great beverages and receive a commemorative mug. Learn more at www.rockvillemd.gov/sudsandsoles.
Independence Day Celebration (Free) • Tuesday, July 4; 7-10 p.m.; Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park, 1800 Piccard Dr.
Celebrate Independence Day with friends and neighbors, music, food and a spectacular fireworks display. Learn more at www.rockvillemd.gov/independenceday.
Movies in the Parks (Free) • Wednesdays, Aug. 2-23; Locations and movies TBA in June.
Bring chairs, blankets, food and beverages and enjoy four different movies at four different neighborhood parks throughout the city. Learn more at www.rockvillemd.gov/moviesintheparks.
Rocktobierfest (Free) • Saturday, Oct. 7; Rockville Town Center
This inaugural event will include two stages of entertainment, German music, dancing and food, craft vendors, kids activities and beverages for sale by local breweries.
Rockville Antique and Classic Car Show (Free) • Saturday, Oct. 14 (Rain Date: Saturday, Oct. 21); 11 a.m. -3:30 p.m.; Rockville Civic Center Park, 603 Edmonston Dr.
More than 500 vehicles are on display at this city tradition, which offers a car-related flea market, car sales area, music and more. Learn more at www.rockvillemd.gov/carshow and in February’s “Rockville Reports.”