FRIDAY AUGUST 22ND, 2025 ~  3:00PM-7:00M

Welcome to the Back 2 School Block Party — Montgomery County Pride Family’s annual community celebration to support and uplift our youth!

Join us on Friday, August 22nd, 2025, from 3 PM to 7 PM at Veterans Plaza in Silver Spring for an afternoon full of games, giveaways, entertainment, school supplies, and community connection.

The Back 2 School Block Party is a welcoming space for families, students, and supporters to come together in joy and unity as we prepare for the new school year.

📍 Veterans Plaza: 1 Veterans Pl, Silver Spring, MD 20910
🗓️ Mark your calendars and don’t miss this amazing day of celebration and support!

~GET INVOLVED~

BACK2SCHOOL BLOCK PARTY SPONSOR

Now, more than ever, our youth and families need visible support and affirming spaces to thrive. As students prepare to head back to school, the Back 2 School Block Party provides a joyful, inclusive, and empowering environment for LGBTQIA+ youth, families, and allies in Montgomery County.

By sponsoring this event, you're directly investing in the well-being of our youth, supporting local LGBTQIA+ organizations, and helping ensure that every child starts the school year with the tools—and the confidence—they need to succeed.

TABLE AT THE BACK2SCHOOL BLOCK PARTY

Want to promote your organization or business while supporting local youth and families?
Sign up for a table at the Back 2 School Block Party! This is a great opportunity to connect with the community, share your mission, and provide resources, products, or services to LGBTQIA+ youth and their families as they gear up for the school year.

VOLUNTEER FOR MONTGOMERY

COUNTY PRIDE IN THE PLAZA

Want to be part of making Back 2 School Block happen? Consider volunteering! We have a variety of roles available, from assisting with setup and cleanup to helping staff our information booth or merchandise table. Volunteers play an essential role in making this event a success.

DONATE TO PRIDE IN THE PLAZA & LIVE IN YOUR TRUTH!

By donating, you help empower our community, foster inclusivity, and create lasting change. Together, we can create a brighter future for LGBTQIA+ individuals, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to live in their truth. Let's unite in our passion for equity and affirming environments for all people!

THANK YOU TO OUR

SPONSORS!