The new year is often a moment to pause, reset, and think about how we want to feel in the months ahead. In downtown Silver Spring, wellness is not a passing resolution. It is part of daily life, supported by fitness studios, gyms, and community spaces offering programming for kids, teens, adults, and seniors in a community recognized by FortuneMagazine as the No. 1 Best Place to Live for Families in the United States and named by Travel + Leisure as one of the best places to live along the East Coast, celebrated for its strong sense of community, access to amenities, and overall quality of life. This is how Silver Spring moves.

The Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade is back — and this year, it’s bigger, brighter, and more vibrant than ever. The annual parade steps off at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 22, filling the streets of downtown Silver Spring with marching bands, dancers, floats, and festive fun.

“Silver Spring is a suburb of Washington, D.C., that has been drawing people for years thanks to its lively downtown, diverse dining scene, and access to nature. Real estate experts note that it strikes a balance between affordability and amenities, making it one of the most attractive East Coast places to put down roots.” — Travel + Leisure