Saturday, June 15
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Come celebrate the VIP kickoff of Montgomery County’s premiere Black cultural event, the Scotland Juneteenth Heritage Festival! Doors open for dinner at 5, followed by an evening that showcases our area’s legendary talent and most dynamic newcomers. The show kicks off with America’s Got Talent Sensation Kelvin Dukes, followed by Daryl Davis’ second-annual tribute to the Du-Drop Inn of Emory Grove — featuring blues icon Jenny Langer on lead vocals. We’ll cap off the festivities with a dance contest, a best-dressed contest, and then dance the night away to the iconic Chuck Brown Band!
Don’t miss it!
Time: Doors open at 5 PM and showtime is from 7-10 PM
Location: 7719 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Cost: Table Seats $100; Theater Seats $60 (tickets do not include food and beverage)
Sunday, June 16
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The Scotland Interfaith Breakfast is bringing the community together on Sunday, June 16, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Montgomery County is diverse, and we aim to unite everyone with a common goal of fostering dialogue around shared values and hospitality.
Leaders from various religions in the area will speak, and there will be singing and praise dancing performances during the service. After the service, ticket holders will have breakfast available, with vegetarian and Kosher options to cater to all dietary needs!
Purchasing a ticket and joining us in person provides the opportunity to connect, learn from each other and different faiths, fellowship over a meal, and enjoy each other's company along with wonderful performances. For those who cannot join in person, we will livestream the service. A Zoom link will be available for free to ensure everyone has access to interfaith messages.
Join us for this inclusive and accessible event—everyone is welcome! We look forward to seeing you there!
Location: 5151 Pooks Hill Road, Bethesda, Maryland 20814
Cost: $35 for early bird tickets (only 40 available); $60 for standard admission
Monday, June 17
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Join Scotland legend Eric Smith, who played for Georgetown University in the 1982 NCAA championship game against Michael Jordan, for a clinic designed for boys and girls. The clinic will break into age groups, focusing on fundamental skills and what it takes to become a champion. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in autograph sessions with some of Eric’s friends from college and professional basketball. The event will feature special guests, including NBA draft pick Ed Spriggs and Winston Churchill coach Dave Blumenthal, among others.
Activities Include: Skill Development, Fostering a Winning Attitude, Dunk Contest
Location: Cabin John Middle School, 10701 Gainsborough Road, Potomac, MD 20854, Outdoor Basketball Courts
Ages: 5+
Cost: Free
Tuesday, June 18
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Hosted by Winston Churchill High School Hall of Famer, the professional quarterback Jimmy Kemp, this session will break into age groups and provide drills in both offense and defense. Jimmy will be joined by Keandre Jones of the Washington Commanders.
Activities Include: Skill Development, Fostering a Winning Attitude, Passing Contest
Location: Winston Churchill High School, 11300 Gainsborough Road, Potomac, MD 20854, High School Practice Field
Ages: 7+
Cost: Free
Wednesday, June 19
Please note that although the festival takes place at multiple locations, transportation will be provided to and from Cabin John Village and Cabin John Park for your convenience. Additionally, we will have overflow parking available at Bells Mill Elementary School, Herbert Hoover Middle School, Winston Churchill High School. For additional questions on parking and transportation, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions.
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Calling all road runners and walkers of all ages and skills to the DC area’s only 5K road race held on the national holiday of Juneteenth. The course begins and ends at Bells Mills Elementary School, where Scotland’s children have attended since the late 1960s, and it passes the 100- year-old Scotland AME Zion Church along the way. Hills are minimal on this course, so it’s a nice place to set a PR!
Location: Bells Mill Elementary School, 8225 Bells Mill Road, Potomac, MD 20854
Time: 8 a.m.
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A century ago, the area in and around Cabin John Village and the Cabin John Regional Park, spanning hundreds of acres, was a vibrant Black community that came to be known as Scotland. Across Montgomery County, more than 40 other Black were also settled as centers of Black culture and worship. Local volunteers and historians will retell those stories in words, pictures, videos, and artifacts for a day-long examination of a history that can never be forgotten.
View full Schedule of Lectures
Location: Bette Thompson Community Center, 7700 Scotland Drive, Potomac, MD 20854
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Cabin John Village
7919 Tuckerman Ln, Potomac, MD 20854
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What was your favorite ride back in the day? A ’57 Chevy? A shiny Corvette? Or maybe the original ’65 Mustang? More than 40 vintage vehicles from some of the most elite garages in Potomac and Bethesda will be on display to benefit the rebuilding of the Scotland AME Zion Church. Vote for your favorite car while you’re here: $1 dollar equals one vote!
Location: Cabin John Village Mall 11325 Seven Locks Road, Potomac
Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: FREE
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With a focus on the unique needs of African American and minority communities, this area will feature over a dozen specialized hospitals, clinics, and healthcare professionals. Highlights include the American Heart Association demonstrating hands-only CPR, and the National Institutes of Health Blood Bank providing educational materials on sickle cell disease while recruiting blood and platelet donors. Additionally, several organizations will showcase their services, covering mental health, relationship health, stress management, and more. As a Montgomery County event, the Montgomery County Sexual Health & Wellness Services will also be present to offer information on their available services for residents. Click here to view a list of this year's participants.
Location: Cabin John Village Mall 11325 Seven Locks Road, Potomac
Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: FREE
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What does Juneteenth mean? What is the holiday’s origin and history? What are the colors and themes that bring this new national holiday to life? These are the questions and answers that will be expressed in this celebration of art by our area’s schoolchildren at the Cabin John Village shopping center.
Location: Cabin John Village Mall 11325 Seven Locks Road, Potomac
Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: FREE
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When the Scotland Community was at risk of being eliminated by socioeconomic forces in the 1960s, it was the surrounding faith community who stepped in with a “Save Our Scotland” campaign. In 2023, a similar campaign, “The Second Century Project,” was formed by the Scotland AME Zion Church to bring together leaders in faith, business, and the broader community. This area of the festival will be filled with fun and games under the theme of “What it Means to be a Neighbor!”
Location: Cabin John Village Mall 11325 Seven Locks Road, Potomac
Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
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This family-friendly day of music and dance has something for everyone at the Cabin John Village Mall.
View the lineup of artists and entertainment.
Location: Cabin John Village Mall 11325 Seven Locks Road, Potomac
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Cabin John Park
7400 Tuckerman Lane, Rockville, MD 20852
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Join us for a fantastic family-friendly event starting at 11 AM, packed with attractions, games, and plenty of fun for everyone! While the games will get you here, it's the infectious good vibes that will make you want to stay!
At 4 PM, we'll crank up the excitement with a lively Caribbean carnival theme, complete with vibrant music and special performances honoring Freedom Day this Juneteenth!
Admission to the park is FREE! However, wristbands are required to fully experience all the exciting attractions and games. Secure your early bird wristband at no cost by May 31. After June 1, wristbands are priced at $5 and will also be available for purchase on the day of the Festival during check-in.
Location: Cabin John Regional Park 7701 Tuckerman Lane, Potomac
Cost: Free by May 31, $5 after June 1
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The African-American experience must be tasted to be fully enjoyed. A full array of chefs and food trucks will turn the Cabin John Regional Park into a food connoisseur’s paradise for the national holiday. Come hungry! You won’t be disappointed.
Location: Cabin John Regional Park 7701 Tuckerman Lane, Potomac
Time: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sponsored By: Fresh n Fruity and Sumthin Kool
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Join us for a first-ever parade at Cabin John Park during the Second Annual Scotland Juneteenth Heritage Festival! This year, we're introducing something spectacular and new to our celebration on Juneteenth.
Experience an array of vibrant performances, including live music, dance, and showcases featuring local organizations, schools, performers, and dancers. It's a day packed with entertainment and community spirit!
Don’t miss out on the festivities—come celebrate with us!
Location: Cabin John Regional Park 7701 Tuckerman Lane, Potomac
Cost: Free
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Calling all baseball and softball players ages 7 to 13 for this opportunity to learn from professional and the highest-level amateur players in our area. Hosted by Big Train Base Ball and the staff of Scotland Storm — an education and exercise program in the Scotland community — this clinic will cover hitting, throwing, fielding, and running. The coaches will include members of the Big Train Base Ball team, as well as former Major League players from the DC region.
Location: Shirley Povich Field 10600 Westlake Dr, Rockville, MD, 4-5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
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From the 1930s to the 1950s, when more than 40 Black communities staked their place in
Montgomery County society, summer baseball was central to the weekend experience. This
game — including an elaborate opening ceremony — honors “Pint” Isreal, the biggest star of
these summer sandlots, as well as the Scotland Eagles, and other area semi-professional
baseball teams. This experience is sure to be a sell-out, so book your tickets early.
Location: Shirley Povich Field 10600 Westlake Dr, Rockville, MD, 4-5:30 p.m.
Tickets: Purchase Tickets
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We are thrilled to announce that for the first time in Montgomery County history, we will light up the sky on Juneteenth.
Stay tuned for official details, including viewing locations, parking, transportation, and other frequently asked questions!
Location: Shirley Povich Field at Cabin John Regional Park, 10600 Westlake Dr, Rockville, MD 20852
Schedule, location, and timing may be subject to change.