Takoma Park Street Festival Arts Festival / Music Festival Every year in October

The Takoma Park Street Festival in Takoma, Maryland celebrates the best of Maryland’s culture. Held each year since 1980 at Takoma Park on the first Sunday of October, this festival invites the surrounding community to explore the work of Maryland’s artists, shop for crafts, and hear local music. With informative booths by local community and cultural groups, children’s activities, and festival food, there’s plenty to do at the annual Takoma Park Street Festival.

Stroll through Old Takoma and take in some of Maryland’s centuries-old heritage. Or have a look at the unique arts and crafts from over 150 local artisans. Handcrafted soaps, jewelry, toys, woodwork, and much more are all on display at the Takoma Park Street Festival. Featured artists in the past have included the author Bill Campbell and the painter Amy Marx.

The Takoma Park Street Festival also offers plenty of live music with three stages hosting concerts by local bands in genres ranging from indie folk to reggae. Past performers at the Takoma Park festival have included emerging bands like the Janine Wilson Band, The Beat Hotel, ChopTeeth, and the Backroads Band.

Admission is free and there are no tickets to the annual Takoma Park Street Festival. After soaking in the sights, sounds, and flavors, head three blocks over to the Takoma Metro Stop and take the Red Line into DC for the city’s popular bars and nightclubs.