Bethesda Urban Partnership markets and maintains downtown Bethesda, including the Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District and Bethesda Transportation Solutions.
Bethesda, MD
Joined November 2011
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Call for singer/songwriters living in DC, MD & VA! The Bernard/Ebb Songwriting Awards is accepting applications. More than $15,000 will be awarded to the winning songwriters (including high school songwriters!) The submission deadline is Jan 11, 2027. bethesda.org/bernard-ebb-son…
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Shop small this holiday season at Bethesda’s Winter Wonderland & Holiday Market. Take a shopping break to grab a bite from Olazzo, The Red Bandana Bakery or Cubano’s; listen to live choral performances, see festive ice sculptures come to life & see Santa. ow.ly/Tmzi5106gc5
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Today we honor our Veterans. Join the Veterans Day Observance at Veterans Park with Guest Speaker Commissioner Wayne Miller and musical performances by B-CC High School. Time: 10:45-11:30am; Veterans Park, Corner of Woodmont and Norfolk Avenues. ow.ly/KhZT5105z0Z
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Fill your home with beautiful decorations and furnishing – all by shopping in downtown Bethesda! See our Shopping Guide – bethesda.org/shop/
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The 2027 Local Writer’s Showcase is open and accepting poems, essays & short story submissions. Writers (including high school writers!) are encouraged to submit original work and be honored at the awards receptions in 2027. Cash prizes for top winners! ow.ly/Erl05105cIp
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Snowflakes, singing, shopping, and seasonal fun at Bethesda’s Winter Wonderland, Dec. 5! Enjoy a day with kids’ activities, festive choral performances, a visit from Santa (2pm), live ice sculpting, face painting & a Holiday Market with 50 vendors! ow.ly/FMpU5103tpC
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Dining in downtown Bethesda is easy with endless options from casual to fine dining and cuisines from around the world. Check out our Dining Guide at bethesda.org/dining-guide/
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Congratulations Signal Box Artists! Here’s a preview of the Signal Box Public Art Project (phase 2) organized by the Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District. Thank you to the selected artists and generous sponsors for helping to beautify downtown Bethesda with new public art!
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The 2027 Local Writer’s Showcase is open and accepting poems, essays and short stories! Winners will be invited to read their work and be honored at an awards night in March 2027. Awards include cash prizes up to $500 & get your work published! ow.ly/iMHQ5101sAS
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The Bethesda Film Fest is accepting applications for 2027! We are looking for short (under 30 minutes) documentary films. films will be screened at Landmark Bethesda Row Cinema. Selected filmmakers will receive $1,000. Deadline is January 6, 2027. bethesda.org/bethesda-film-f…
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Thank you @Andrew_Friedson & @MoCoCouncilMD for including us in your proclamation in support of the arts!
Councilmember Friedson and the full Council present a proclamation for National Arts and Humanities Month to celebrate the artists, educators, and cultural organizations whose work enriches the lives of Montgomery County residents and reflects the County’s diverse communities.
ALT Councilmembers and community members hold proclamations in the Council Hearing Room.
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Save the Date! Bethesda’s Winter Wonderland is Saturday, Dec. 5. Celebrate the season in downtown Bethesda with festive fun for the whole family including a Holiday Market, games, arts & crafts, choral performances by local schools, Santa Claus & more! ow.ly/L36T50ZZpH7
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Stroll between St. Elmo and Fairmont Avenues and find everything on your list! From home goods to day spas, escape rooms to night clubs, and bakeries to international cuisine, you’ll enjoy a variety of shops & restaurants on St. Elmo and Fairmont Avenues. bethesda.org/shop/
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Honor our Veterans at downtown Bethesda’s Veterans Day Observance on Wednesday, Nov. 11th from 10:45-11:30am at Veterans Park, corner of Woodmont and Norfolk Avenues. ow.ly/2VE650ZXbeL
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Downtown Bethesda is looking refreshed and ready for the fall season with our latest flower rotation! Thank you to Bethesda Urban Partnership’s hardworking maintenance team for always keeping our downtown clean and beautiful.
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Our final Yappy Hour of the year will held Thursday, October 8 from 5-7pm at The Metropolitan Plaza (4805 Edgemoor Lane). There will be giveaways for dogs, live music, and Olazzo serving up tasty food and beverages. ow.ly/Nu0L50ZVuYW
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Taste of Bethesda is so close, we can almost Taste it! Join us on Saturday, October 3 from 11am-4pm, Taste of Bethesda will feature over 50 downtown Bethesda restaurants serving up savory bites, delicious desserts, and refreshing beverages! ow.ly/MT6r50ZTvYr
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This October view “French Impressions” Paintings by Barbara Mandel at Triangle Art Studios. Exhibit: Oct 2-Nov 1; Gallery Hours: Fridays – Sundays, 1-3pm. Opening Reception: Sunday, October 4; 3-6pm bethesda.org/triangle-art-st…
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Shop your way through downtown Bethesda. Bethesda has options! Enjoy a wide variety of retailers throughout the downtown and check everything off of your list. Shopping Guide – bethesda.org/shop/
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The Trawick Prize: Bethesda Contemporary Art Awards features the work of eight finalists that were selected out of nearly 400 applications. View the work of these talented artists while on exhibit at Gallery B in downtown Bethesda through Sept. 27. bethesda.org/trawick-prize/
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