MOCO Weekend Events: Five Things To Do on June 19 and June 20

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD — If you're looking for things to do this weekend, consider these five events in Montgomery County. This is a local look at the weekend, but if you're searching for something else, check out our statewide guide.

Here's what you can do on June 19 and 20:

1. Freedom at the Rock

Saturday, June 19
10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

BlackRock Center for the Arts
12901 Town Commons Drive
Germantown, MD 20874

This Juneteenth event will feature live music, food, art, films and awards. The event is being held by Montgomery County at the BlackRock Center for the Arts.

2. Fridays at the Farm Crab & Barbeque Feast

Friday, June 18
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Smokey Glen Farm
16407 Riffleford Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20878

The crab and barbecue feast will have these items on the menu: steamed seasoned crabs, steamed seasoned shrimp, barbecued chicken, barbecued spareribs, Kosher style hot dogs, mac & cheese, baked beans, corn on the cob, big salad bar, cole slaw, potato salad, fresh baked bread, charcoal-baked pies and unlimited iced tea, lemonade and sodas.

3. Takoma Pride Weekend

June 19 and 2o
Where? Shops and restaurants of Takoma

Head to Takoma for a Drag Queen story time at the gazebo, a performance by Be Steadwell, or visit the new rainbow crosswalk with county council member Evan Glass.

4. MOCO Animal Shelter Reopening

Sunday, June 20
Noon to 5 p.m.

7315 Muncaster Mill Road
Derwood, MD 20855

The Montgomery County Animal Shelter and Adoption Services will be fully reopening this Sundayfor anyone who wants to look for a pet, without an appointment. Appointments will still be available, but are not required. If you do think you might want to adopt, be sure to check the website and bring all of the required paperwork with you when you visit.

5. Storm Drain Art Exhibit

Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

Bohrer Park
506 S Frederick Ave
Gaithersburg, MD, 20877

The decorated Storm Drains are part of a competition in Gaithersburg that aimed to bring attention to protecting the Chesapeake Bay watershed. There were five contest winners and four honorable mentioned, determined by Gaithersburg's Stormwater Management and Cultural Events & Services Divisions.