May is the perfect time to explore Montgomery County, Maryland during Go MoCo Month – a month-long celebration of the county’s vibrant cultural, diverse cuisine, unique shopping, and exciting attractions. Purchase a trinket from a gift shop, dine at a high-end restaurant, take an outdoor adventure, and stay in one of many hotels in the county. Don’t miss out on the great times in Maryland’s Cultural Capital.
Go Shop
During National Small Business Week from May 4-10, visit local boutiques and shops in the county perfect for retail therapy. Find someplace to refresh your wardrobe, head to Clarksburg Premium Outlets for deals and discounts on your favorite brands or find that perfect accessory for your loved one at Pike & Rose and Downtown Silver Spring.
Read this custom itinerary fit for a weekend getaway to shop the days away.
Go Eat
Discover the diverse cuisine with nearly 1,000 eateries featuring American, Asian, Italian, French, Caribbean dishes, and more! Eat outdoors at scenic patios in Gaithersburg or take a self-guided tour on the Tastemakers Trail to breweries, wineries, cideries, distilleries, and a meadery.
Read this itinerary to start planning the restaurants you plan to dine at.
Go Play
Let’s kick off the summer season by visiting exciting attractions and making the most of the warmer weather. Montgomery County is your playground where guests can spend their days catching a performance, exploring museums, or getting active outside.
Go Stay
You can’t have a weekend getaway without getting a hotel room to rest. During National Travel and Tourism Week on May 4-10, check in to hotels like the Canopy by Hilton in North Bethesda, or the DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC North – Gaithersburg. Take advantage of deals including breakfast, free parking, and metro passes to hop on the Metro.
Check-In to Win
Enter to win up to $700 in giveaways including a shopping spree at The Covered Market, dinner at Cooper’s Mill, and tickets to Adventure Park Sandy Spring, by checking in all month long at participating locations in the Go MoCo Month digital passports within the Visit MoCo App. Players can download the app on both Apple App Store and Google Play Store for free.
Tiki Bar Opening Weekend
Join the Tiki Bar and Grill at the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian for their opening weekend where they’ll serve up cocktails by their skilled mixologists and Polynesian island’s inspired menu. The bar will open for the season on May 8, from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
