# Events & Things To Do In Glen Echo, MD This Weekend | May 1-3, 2026| AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Glen Echo, Maryland is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Glen Echo, Maryland this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
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## Weekend Events in Glen Echo

- **Event Name**: May 2 (11 a.m.) – Celebrate the Spring at Glen Echo Park
  - **Description**: Join Washington Revels as we chase away Winter and celebrate the seasonal reopening of the 105-year-old Dentzel Carousel at Glen Echo Park Partnership’s annual Carousel Day!
Washington Revels will kick off the celebration with a festive musical procession
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/glen-echo/may-2-11-am-celebrate-the-spring-at-glen-echo-park/200029811316444
  - **Venue**: 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD, United States, Maryland 20812
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  - **Categories**: art, kids, workshops, parades, live-music
- **Event Name**: Carousel Day
  - **Description**: Join us for a festival event in celebration of Glen Echo Park's 105-year-old Dentzel carousel as it opens for the season!About this EventJoin us for a festival event in celebration of Glen Echo Park's 105-year-old Dentzel
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/glen-echo/carousel-day/100001985141022236
  - **Venue**: Glen Echo Park
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: Art, Festivals, Music, Entertainment, Kids, food-drinks, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Nowhere Men feat. The Wildflower Frequency
  - **Description**: Come join us for an evening concert (with room to dance!) in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park! 

Performing bands during this evening will be Nowhere Men, a Beatles tribute band, with The Wildflower Frequency opening the set.

Nowhere Men are an aco
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 07:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/glen-echo/nowhere-men-feat-the-wildflower-frequency/200029887952314
  - **Venue**: 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD, United States, Maryland 20812
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, music, concerts, performances
- **Event Name**: Contra Dance with Perry Shafran & Floorplay!
  - **Description**: Contra dance in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, Glen Echo, MD.About this EventContra is a fun and easy dance, and darn it, you need more dancing in your life!No experience needed! Come alone or with friends
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 11:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/glen-echo/contra-dance-with-perry-shafran-and-floorplay/100001983748532261
  - **Venue**: Glen Echo Park
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 30
  - **Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Art Walk in the Park - May 1, 2026
  - **Description**: Every First Friday, from May through August from 6pm to 8pm, the Glen Echo Park Partnership hosts open studios and artist demonstrations.About this EventART WALK IS BACK!Every First Friday, from May through August
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/glen-echo/art-walk-in-the-park-may-1-2026/100001982900380416
  - **Venue**: Glen Echo Park
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: Art

## Trending Events in Glen Echo

- **Event Name**: Battle of the Titans Swing Dance with BIG JOE AND THE DYNAFLOWS vs. THE NIGHTHAWKS
  - **Description**: SATURDAY, JULY 18 AT THE SPANISH BALLROOM AT GLEN ECHO PARK

• Beginner swing lesson with Tom and Debra 8-9pm
• Band plays 9-11:30pm
• Admission $35/door
• SAVE $10! Purchase in advance online and pay $25; ticket sales ends at 12noon the day of the dance.
  - **Venue**: Glen Echo Spanish Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: Washington Folk Festival 2026
  - **Description**: The Washington Folk Festival will return on August 23, 2026 as a one-day event,  jam-packed full of dancing, storytelling, and music from around the world! 

This one-day event will be jam-packed full of dancing, storytelling, and music ranging from Ameri
  - **Venue**: Glen Echo Park
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- **Event Name**: Swing Dance with the World-Famous GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA
  - **Description**: SATURDAY, MAY 30 AT THE SPANISH BALLROOM AT GLEN ECHO PARK

• Beginner swing lesson 8-9pm
• Band plays 9-11:30pm
• Admission $35/door
• SAVE $10! Purchase in advance online and pay $25; ticket sales ends at 12noon the day of the dance. Advance ticket sale
  - **Venue**: Glen Echo Spanish Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: New Year's Eve Swing Dance with RUSS WILSON AND HIS FAMOUS ORCHESTRA
  - **Description**: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31 AT THE SPANISH BALLROOM AT GLEN ECHO PARK

• Beginner swing lesson 8-9pm included in the price of admission
• Bands plays 9pm-12:30am
• Admission $40/door
• SAVE $10! Purchase in advance online and pay $30; ticket sales ends at 12noo
  - **Venue**: Glen Echo Spanish Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: May 2 (11 a.m.) – Celebrate the Spring at Glen Echo Park
  - **Description**: Join Washington Revels as we chase away Winter and celebrate the seasonal reopening of the 105-year-old Dentzel Carousel at Glen Echo Park Partnership’s annual Carousel Day!
Washington Revels will kick off the celebration with a festive musical procession
  - **Venue**: 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD, United States, Maryland 20812
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- **Event Name**: Winter Wonderland Swing Dance with the SCOTT SILBERT ALL-STARS
  - **Description**: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19 IN THE SPANISH BALLROOM AT GLEN ECHO PARK

• Beginner swing lesson 8-9pm
• Bands plays 9-11:30pm
• Admission $30/door. SAVE $10! Purchase in advance online and pay $20; ticket sales ends at 12noon the day of the dance. Advance ticket
  - **Venue**: Glen Echo Spanish Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: Carousel Day
  - **Description**: Join us for a festival event in celebration of Glen Echo Park's 105-year-old Dentzel carousel as it opens for the season!About this EventJoin us for a festival event in celebration of Glen Echo Park's 105-year-old Dentzel
  - **Venue**: Glen Echo Park
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- **Event Name**: Pride Family Day
  - **Description**: Glen Echo Park is proud to collaborate with the office of Montgomery County Councilmember Evan Glass to present the 6th annual Pride FamilyAbout this EventWe invite families to the Park t
  - **Venue**: Glen Echo Park
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- **Event Name**: Swing Dance with the DAVID CHAPPELL BAND with special guest WILLIE BARRY
  - **Description**: SATURDAY, JUNE 20 AT THE SPANISH BALLROOM AT GLEN ECHO PARK

• Beginner swing lesson 8-9pm
• Band plays 9-11:30pm
• Admission $30/door
• SAVE $10! Purchase in advance online and pay $20; ticket sales ends at 12noon the day of the dance. Advance ticket sal
  - **Venue**: Glen Echo Spanish Ballroom
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Glen Echo?
  - **A:** May 2 (11 a.m.) – Celebrate the Spring at Glen Echo Park (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD, United States, Maryland 20812), Carousel Day (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at Glen Echo Park), Nowhere Men feat. The Wildflower Frequency (Sat May 02 2026 at 07:30 pm at 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD, United States, Maryland 20812), Contra Dance with Perry Shafran & Floorplay! (Fri May 01 2026 at 07:30 pm at Glen Echo Park), Art Walk in the Park - May 1, 2026 (Fri May 01 2026 at 06:00 pm at Glen Echo Park).
- **Q**: What are the top free Weekend events in Glen Echo?
  - **A:** Carousel Day (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at Glen Echo Park), Art Walk in the Park - May 1, 2026 (Fri May 01 2026 at 06:00 pm at Glen Echo Park).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Glen Echo this weekend May 1–3, 2026?
  - **A:** May 2 (11 a.m.) – Celebrate the Spring at Glen Echo Park (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD, United States, Maryland 20812), Carousel Day (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at Glen Echo Park), Nowhere Men feat. The Wildflower Frequency (Sat May 02 2026 at 07:30 pm at 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD, United States, Maryland 20812), Contra Dance with Perry Shafran & Floorplay! (Fri May 01 2026 at 07:30 pm at Glen Echo Park), Art Walk in the Park - May 1, 2026 (Fri May 01 2026 at 06:00 pm at Glen Echo Park).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Glen Echo?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Glen Echo on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Glen Echo?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Weekend events in Glen Echo?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Glen Echo include 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD, United States, Maryland 20812, Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD, United States, Maryland 20812.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Weekend events in Glen Echo?
  - **A:** Prices for Weekend events in Glen Echo range from USD 65 to USD 65. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Glen Echo?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Glen Echo include Washington Revels, Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture, Friday Night Dancers.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Glen Echo?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Glen Echo.

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