Get Outside to Enjoy a Slice of Summer, and Get a Free Slice!
Fun things to do in Silver Spring and DC this summer.
We've compiled a list of our favorite adventures and exciting things to do in the summer. Get off screens and get outside, and earn free pizza!
Tag #benyehudapizza and #sliceofsummer in your photos at five or more of these spots and come in for a free slice. (Or show us your photos in-store.) Offer valid through 9/2/24.
11710 MacArthur Blvd., Potomac, Maryland
Hours: Dawn to Dusk
If you are looking for a little more adventure along the C & O Canal, this is for you. Over rocks and through lots of trees!
From the DC line north to Rock Creek Regional Park, which is north of Rockville and west of Olney.
Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
Another great green space!
A great place to spend the day together, from families to couples to alone time.
Northwest Branch Stream Valley Park Trails
Maryland suburbs northeast of Washington, D.C.
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to North Branch Stream Valley Park.
Prince George’s County Line to Orebaugh Ave. near Wheaton Regional Park.
Hours: Transient Bike Commuters: 5 am-midnight
All Others: Sunrise to Sunset
A well-cared-for natural environment for residents and visitors! The wooded pave and unpaved trails, creek, picnic areas and bridges add up to a great visit whether you choose to walk or run, bicycle, or simply sit and enjoy the scenery. There are playgrounds for the kids, too!
2000 Shorefield Road, Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Hours:
Sunrise to sunset daily
Lighted Courts: close at 11 pm
Operational hours of the facilities in the park will vary; please check the listings for each facility.
A beautiful green oasis in urban/suburban areas. A nice escape from the urban concrete.
1400 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Hours:
Sunday – Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday – Friday 10 am – 5 pm
Saturday 1 pm - 5 pm
Outdoor park areas and trails are open from dawn to dusk daily.
A wonderful jewel! A mini park that bursts with color in the spring and has plenty of activities geared just for kids.
1200 Arcola Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902
Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
The diverse mix of flowering, evergreen, and canopy trees in the park’s interior complement the water features, playground, and circulation. The perfect activity park for kids!
120 Claybrook Drive, Wheaton, MD 20902
Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
Offers a peaceful retreat for visitors of all ages. Whether you're looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll, have a picnic with family and friends, or simply unwind amidst nature, Kemp Mill Estates Local Park provides the perfect setting.
6th St. and Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20560
Hours: 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
So much info jam-packed into this place, some things you've known and some you probably never knew!
National Museum of American History
1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20560
Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
This place is the museum of all museums!! Both kids and adults will surely have fun with their interactive activities.
National Law Enforcement Museum
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, 444 E Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001
Hours:
General Admission
Thursday – Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM
Private Groups
Tuesday – Wednesday 10 AM – 5 PM
Want a deeper look inside the life of a police officer, this is the place to visit. A cool museum to check out with a lot of interactive installments.
National Mall 10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW Washington, D.C. 20560
Hours: 10 a.m - 5:30 p.m
A great place to take kids, or cool for adults as well! It is a huge museum with lots of exhibits to see.
700 L'Enfant Plaza, SW Washington DC 20024
Hours: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Fun way to spend the day. If you are a huge fan of anything related to spies this is the perfect place for you!
Woodrow Wilson Plaza, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004
Hours:
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Closed: Tuesdays
Experience the delight of the National Children's Museum, an ideal family excursion brimming with fun! This is a great place to go for young children.
1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902
Hours:
Outdoor Gardens: Sunrise – Sunset
Visitor Center: Open Daily 9 am – 5 pm
Gift Shop: Daily 10 am – 4:30 pm
Conservatory Building: Open Daily 10 am – 4 pm
Fresh - Fun - Free - Fantastic!
Take a stroll throughout the landscape and soak in the wonderful views.
15700 Needwood Lake Circle, Rockville, MD 20855
Hours:
May 25 – September 1, 2024
Saturdays and Sundays 10 am to 6 pm*
Holiday Openings
September 2 10 am to 6 pm
A great place to spend a day outdoors with your family without feeling overcrowded.
Wheaton Ice Arena (Ice Skating)
11717 Orebaugh Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902
Please see the Schedules and Fees page for Public Skating, Figure Skating, and Hockey session times
The bottom line is that if you're looking for a nice public skate in the area, this is an excellent option.
Wheaton Library and Recreation Center
11701 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902
Monday to Thursday 10 am to 8 pm
Friday to Sunday 10 am to 6 pm
240-777-0678
A nice modern library that has a great children’s selection and an outdoor playground!
Remember, the Slice of Summer offer is valid through 9/2/24, so you have plenty of time to get out there and explore.
What are you waiting for? Grab your sunscreen, your camera, and your sense of adventure - it’s time to enjoy a slice of summer! 🍕☀️