Ultimate Guide to Fall Festivities in Montgomery County

The season of vibrant leaves, crisp air, and pumpkin-spiced everything has arrived—fall is officially here in Montgomery County, Maryland!

Fall is one of the best times of year to experience the outdoors in Montgomery County, Maryland. From lively Oktoberfests and acclaimed film festivals to pumpkin patches and harvest celebrations, discover the season’s best festivals and events celebrating food, music, culture, and fall fun for all ages.

Oktoberfest

Celebrate the Oktoberfest season in Montgomery County at several eateries, breweries, and town centers with your family and friends. Watch performances from local dancers and artists or kick back and listen to live music. Check each event to learn more and find out how to purchase tickets.

Oktoberfest at Silver Branch Rockville Beerworks

Silver Branch Rockville Beerworks | Rockville, MD
Saturday, September 12

Oktoberfest at Silver Branch

Silver Branch Brewing Company | Silver Spring, MD
Saturday, September 19

Parks Ale Trail Oktoberfest

Lake Needwood | Rockville, MD
Saturday, September 19

Rocktobierfest

Rockville Town Center | Rockville, MD
Saturday, September 26

Zinnia’s Oktoberfest

Zinnia | Silver Spring, MD
Saturday, September 26

City of Gaithersburg Oktoberfest

Kentlands Village Green | Gaithersburg, MD
Sunday, October 11

Cultural Festivals

Discover different cultures at various places to learn about how the county’s heritage and history shape its communities. Take in film festivals, music festivals, and educational museum exhibits, along with something sweet to take home.

Silver Spring Jazz Festival

Veterans Plaza | Silver Spring, MD
Saturday, September 12

Washington Ukrainian Festival

St. Andrew Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral | Silver Spring, MD
September 18-20

Tubman Day at Button Farm

Button Farm Living History Center | Germantown, MD
Saturday, September 12

AFI Latin American Film Festival

AFI Silver Theatre | Silver Spring, MD
September 17 – October 8

41st Annual Mediterranean Festival

Ss. Peter and Paul Antiochian Orthodox Church | Potomac, MD
September 11-13

Taiwan Bubble Tea Festival

Rockville Town Square | Rockville, MD
Saturday, September 19

Harvest Festival

Agricultural History Farm Park | Derwood, MD
Saturday, October 3

Fall Festivals

Many craft artisans bring their original and handmade pieces to sell at local arts and crafts shows or makers’ markets. Each piece of art holds a story of how it’s made, making it a more special gift to buy for families and friends.