November 15, 2023

‘Holiday Barket’ at Cabin John Regional Park on Saturday, Nov. 18, Will Be ‘Pawsitively’ Fun Way to Start the Holiday Season

Dog owners can leash up their pups and jump into the holiday season from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 18, at the Holiday Barket at Cabin John Regional Park in Bethesda. The free Barket will feature live music, refreshments for sale, a canine photo booth with the Grinch and plenty of pet-themed shopping.

Cabin John Regional Park is located at 7400 Tuckerman Lane in Bethesda. Parking will be available at the park’s Tuckerman Lane and Westlake Drive parking lots. Overflow parking will be available at 10600 Westlake Drive in Bethesda.

Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs and relax as they listen to rock music from the band Capital Effect at the amphitheater stage. They also can visit the dog park at Cabin John Regional Park, where dogs can romp off-leash or take a stroll on the Cabin John Trail. The trail includes a loop around the event site.

Providers of pet-related services, such as adoption, training and grooming, will be on site with information about their offerings. Maryland-based businesses will be selling pet-themed gifts for pet lovers, as well as gifts and treats for pets.

The Holiday Barket will include accommodations to make the event accessible for individuals with various disabilities. That will include an accessible shuttle cart to transport patrons needing assistance from the parking lot to the main activities. A sensory tent will be on-site to provide a respite for people who need a break from the elements. Accessible parking is available in the Tuckerman Lane Parking lot. For additional accommodations, contact Montgomery Parks Program Access.