Takoma Park is a city in Montgomery County, Maryland. It is a suburb of Washington, and part of the Washington metropolitan area. Founded in 1883 and incorporated in 1890, Takoma Park, informally called "Azalea City", is a Tree City USA and a nuclear-free zone. This charming community provides plenty of opportunities to explore and try something new, whether it is seeing a show at an intimate venue or supporting small businesses at a unique shop. Takoma offers a "small town spirit with urban sophistication." This charming community provides plenty of opportunities to explore and try something new, whether it is seeing a show at an intimate venue or supporting small businesses at a unique shop.
Go For
A mix of outdoor space and community-oriented centers, locally-owned businesses and a quaint, small- town experience.
Stay For
Explore the 11 different parks, playgrounds, and trails scattered throughout the community. Or perhaps your in the mood for a savory meal? Takoma Park offers a plethora of family or independently-owned restaurants to choose from, like Cielo Rojo, Roscoe’s Neopolitan Pizzeria, Gusto Gelateria, Spring Mill Bread Co., or Souper Girl Relax and catch up with friends over coffee at Takoma Beverage Co. or Busboys and Poets.
Locals Know
- The Takoma Farmers Market is open all year round on Sundays from 10 am until 2 pm and sells a variety of local produce, dairy products, flowers, and baked goods.
- There are a variety of large dog parks located around the city, making it the ideal community to visit if traveling with a furry companion.
- Bike shares are located throughout the area, making it a great spot to rent a bike and go for a relaxing ride.
Things to Do:
- Pajama Rama - Sunday, 12/3/2023 Deals in local businesses: 8:00 am - 11:00 am. Outdoor Holiday Market: 10:00am - 3:00pm.
- Pajama-wearing shoppers are rewarded with early morning discounts at participating Takoma businesses. Holiday shopping continues into the afternoon at the Pajamarama Holiday Market at the Takoma Theater. Local artists, makers, and collectors set up outdoors with unique, handmade holiday gifts.
- TAKOMA PARK GIFT MARKET - FRIDAY, 12/8/2023 5:00 PM- 9:00 PM, 201 Ethan Allen Ave
- Celebrate the holiday season under the stars and surrounded by holiday lights at the Takoma Park Gift Market – a curated guide to shopping small this holiday season. Enjoy a special evening with a variety of local and handmade gifts, delicious foods, and festive libations.
- TAKOMA TRUKGARTEN - Date in 2024 is TBD
- This one-day beer festival features local breweries pouring craft beers and cider. Plus local food an music! Tasting packages with commemorative glasses available. Non-drinkers and under 21 enter free.
- Takoma Pride Day - Date in 2024 is TBD
- A day to celebrate our LGBTQ+ community during Takoma Pride Day. The intention is to send messages of equality, acceptance, and action.
- Takoma Flea - Date in 2024 is TBD, Grant Avenue, Takoma Park
- Takoma Flea is an outdoor market offering a unique mix of vintage, collectibles, antiques, salvage, & repurposed goods! Find clothing, jewelry, housewares, furniture, records & more!
- MUSIC IN THE PARK + FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY, Date in 2024 TBD
- Music in the Park from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm in the Takoma Native Pollinator Garden at Triangle Park (across from Takoma Station, 6914 4th St, NW, Washington, DC). Music, food trucks and more!
- Takoma Park Street Festival - Date in 2024 is TBD.
- Festival goers will enjoy the day exploring over 165 vendor booths, live music from 18 local bands, food trucks and more. Takoma’s unique shops, restaurants and cafes are all open and welcoming visitors.
Groceries & Markets:
TPSS CO-OP
Promoting healthful living in a clean, friendly co-operative grocery store...that you own!
201 Ethan Allen Ave
Takoma Park, 20912
Tel: (TP) (301) 891-2667
Website: www.tpss.coop
TAKOMA PARK FARMERS MARKET
Open year-round, Sundays, 10am-2pm Laurel Avenue
Takoma Park, 20912
Tel: (240) 535-0187
Website: www.takomaparkmarket.com
CROSSROADS FARMERS MARKET
June through November, Wednesdays, 11am-3pm
Anne Street (between University Blvd. & Hammond Ave)
Takoma Park, 20912
Website: www.crossroadscommunityfoodnetwork.org
Shopping & Dining:
With a variety of restaurants, live music venues, one-of-a-kind shops, spas and fitness studios, there is always something to do!
Visit the website below to learn more about ALL that Takoma Park has to offer
https://mainstreettakoma.org/explore/
Easy to Get to!
Airport: From Dulles International Airport (IAD) it is a 50-minute drive, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is a one hour drive, and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is a 40-50 minute drive.
From Washington, DC: Driving: The city of Takoma Park is located in both Washington, DC and Montgomery County Maryland and is situated in the upper northeast side of the city.
Metrorail: Ride the Red Line from Washington, DC towards Glenmont until you reach Takoma Park station.
Takoma Park is a city in Montgomery County, Maryland. It is a suburb of Washington, and part of the Washington metropolitan area. Founded in 1883 and incorporated in 1890, Takoma Park, informally called "Azalea City", is a Tree City USA and a nuclear-free zone. This charming community provides plenty of opportunities to explore and try something new, whether it is seeing a show at an intimate venue or supporting small businesses at a unique shop. Takoma offers a "small town spirit with urban sophistication." This charming community provides plenty of opportunities to explore and try something new, whether it is seeing a show at an intimate venue or supporting small businesses at a unique shop.
Go For
A mix of outdoor space and community-oriented centers, locally-owned businesses and a quaint, small- town experience.
Stay For
Explore the 11 different parks, playgrounds, and trails scattered throughout the community. Or perhaps your in the mood for a savory meal? Takoma Park offers a plethora of family or independently-owned restaurants to choose from, like Cielo Rojo, Roscoe’s Neopolitan Pizzeria, Gusto Gelateria, Spring Mill Bread Co., or Souper Girl Relax and catch up with friends over coffee at Takoma Beverage Co. or Busboys and Poets.
Locals Know
The Takoma Farmers Market is open all year round on Sundays from 10 am until 2 pm and sells a variety of local produce, dairy products, flowers, and baked goods.
There are a variety of large dog parks located around the city, making it the ideal community to visit if traveling with a furry companion.
Bike shares are located throughout the area, making it a great spot to rent a bike and go for a relaxing ride.
Things to Do:
Pajama Rama - Sunday, 12/3/2023 Deals in local businesses: 8:00 am - 11:00 am. Outdoor Holiday Market: 10:00am - 3:00pm.
Pajama-wearing shoppers are rewarded with early morning discounts at participating Takoma businesses. Holiday shopping continues into the afternoon at the Pajamarama Holiday Market at the Takoma Theater. Local artists, makers, and collectors set up outdoors with unique, handmade holiday gifts.
TAKOMA PARK GIFT MARKET - FRIDAY, 12/8/2023 5:00 PM- 9:00 PM, 201 Ethan Allen Ave
Celebrate the holiday season under the stars and surrounded by holiday lights at the Takoma Park Gift Market – a curated guide to shopping small this holiday season. Enjoy a special evening with a variety of local and handmade gifts, delicious foods, and festive libations.
TAKOMA TRUKGARTEN - Date in 2024 is TBD
This one-day beer festival features local breweries pouring craft beers and cider. Plus local food an music! Tasting packages with commemorative glasses available. Non-drinkers and under 21 enter free.
Takoma Pride Day - Date in 2024 is TBD
A day to celebrate our LGBTQ+ community during Takoma Pride Day. The intention is to send messages of equality, acceptance, and action.
Takoma Flea - Date in 2024 is TBD, Grant Avenue, Takoma Park
Takoma Flea is an outdoor market offering a unique mix of vintage, collectibles, antiques, salvage, & repurposed goods! Find clothing, jewelry, housewares, furniture, records & more!
MUSIC IN THE PARK + FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY, Date in 2024 TBD
Music in the Park from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm in the Takoma Native Pollinator Garden at Triangle Park (across from Takoma Station, 6914 4th St, NW, Washington, DC). Music, food trucks and more!
Takoma Park Street Festival - Date in 2024 is TBD.
Festival goers will enjoy the day exploring over 165 vendor booths, live music from 18 local bands, food trucks and more. Takoma’s unique shops, restaurants and cafes are all open and welcoming visitors.
Groceries & Markets:
TPSS CO-OP
Promoting healthful living in a clean, friendly co-operative grocery store...that you own!
201 Ethan Allen Ave
Takoma Park, 20912
Tel: (TP) (301) 891-2667
Website: www.tpss.coop
TAKOMA PARK FARMERS MARKET
Open year-round, Sundays, 10am-2pm Laurel Avenue
Takoma Park, 20912
Tel: (240) 535-0187
Website: www.takomaparkmarket.com
CROSSROADS FARMERS MARKET
June through November, Wednesdays, 11am-3pm
Anne Street (between University Blvd. & Hammond Ave)
Takoma Park, 20912
Website: www.crossroadscommunityfoodnetwork.org
Shopping & Dining:
With a variety of restaurants, live music venues, one-of-a-kind shops, spas and fitness studios, there is always something to do!
Visit the website below to learn more about ALL that Takoma Park has to offer
https://mainstreettakoma.org/explore/
Easy to Get to!
Airport: From Dulles International Airport (IAD) it is a 50-minute drive, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is a one hour drive, and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is a 40-50 minute drive.
From Washington, DC: Driving: The city of Takoma Park is located in both Washington, DC and Montgomery County Maryland and is situated in the upper northeast side of the city.
Metrorail: Ride the Red Line from Washington, DC towards Glenmont until you reach Takoma Park station.