🚨Exciting things ahead in FY27!

 Published: May 14, 2026

Dear CUPF community,

As part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining top-notch community spaces, CUPF will be adjusting facility fees. We believe this will help us continue offering vibrant, accessible spaces for all. Curious about what's changing? 

Check out the charts in this post for a clear look at the upcoming fee structures, and the effective dates. We're here to make space for what matters—your ideas, your events, your connections.

MCPS - Fees effective August 24, 2026

SSCB - Fees to be effective July 1, 2026

The Interagency Coordinating Board (ICB) determines and approves all facility use permitting fees for Community Use of Public Facilities (CUPF). Note that fees apply for ALL the time a facility is occupied, including time needed for set-up, clean-up, and participants' vacating of the premises.

Community Use of Public Facilities (CUPF)

Montgomery County Government, Maryland

Online: www.MontgomeryCountyMD.gov/CUPF

Email: CUPF@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov

Phone: 240-777-2725

☀️Join Us May 4 for Our Opening Day Reservations☀️ | School Auditoriums, Indoor School Facilities, and Government Building Meeting Rooms!!

Published: May 1, 2026

Dear CUPF community,

Just a friendly reminder that our opening day for MCPS Auditoriums for dates of use for the upcoming school year and summer indoor use of MCPS facilities, along with Government Buildings opens on:

📅 Monday, May 4, 2026

🕡 6:30 a.m.

Reservations may be submitted for use of:

🏫🔗 School Auditoriums | *Requests for incoming school year

🏫🔗 Indoor School facilities | *During MCPS summer break

• Summer Use ends on July 31 for Elementary and Middle Schools
• Summer Use ends on July 17 for High Schools

🏢 Government Building Meeting Rooms for dates of use July 1 through December 31

🔗 CUPF Facility Reservations: Montgomery County Government Buildings

➡️Submit your reservations or requests through ActiveMONTGOMERY.

🔗 Useful information: Community Use of Public Facilities Resource Page

🔗 Learn About CUPF Available Venues: CUPF Home Page

Community Use of Public Facilities (CUPF)

Montgomery County Government, Maryland

Online: www.MontgomeryCountyMD.gov/CUPF

Email: CUPF@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov

Phone: 240-777-2725

Quick Tips: Getting Ready for Opening Day Reservations | 🏛️Public Library Meeting Rooms🏛️

Published: April 10, 2026

Public Library Meeting Rooms

Monday, April 13, 2026, is opening day to request use of Montgomery County Public Libraries meeting rooms for dates of use: July 1 through December 31. It all begins online at 6:30 a.m.

Reservation Information

• Visit www.ActiveMONTGOMERY.org to reserve space for your activities!
• Room use fees have been waived for dates of use on or after July 1, 2025
• Hourly staff costs, such as building services and security, may apply
• Groups are restricted to only two uses per month at the same facility

🔗For additional information, go to Community Use of Public Libraries Reservations (montgomerycountymd.gov).

ActiveMONTGOMERY Reservation Process

How to request a public library meeting room for an event.

Step 1: After signing into ActiveMONTGOMERY.org, select the "Facility Reservations" thumbnail. 

Step 2: On the next page, select the "Meeting Rooms" thumbnail.

Step 3: The final step on the next page will include, selecting the "Library Meeting" thumbnail.

Helpful Hints to Prepare

• Ensure that your account for the NEW ActiveMONTGOMERY.org software is active with a current login and password. Read more...
• Organizations should ensure that the account login and password is available to whomever in the organization has been given the authority to reserve public facilities on their behalf.
• Only a single member of each organization can be logged into the organizational account at one time in order to reserve facilities.
• Individual / personal accounts may not make facility reservations on behalf of an organization.
• Payment is due at the time of the reservation.

Have Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns, please call CUPF Customer Service at 240-777-2725, or send an email to CUPF at: cupf@montgomerycountymd.gov

Thank You

Thank you for using public facilities for community events and activities!

From the Office to the Airwaves | Celebrating Our Staff Being Featured on🎙️Montgomery al Día🎙️

 Published: March 30, 2026

Dear CUPF Community,

We're excited to share a recent outreach effort focused on connecting with our Spanish-speaking community members. 

Several of our team were featured on Montgomery al Día, a Spanish-language program that shares County resources and information with Montgomery County's growing Hispanic community. 

In this episode, Director Genel Burwell, Miguel Lozada, and Eduardo Fuentes discuss CUPF's work and walk through the facility reservation process-all in Spanish to help expand access and understanding.

Thank you to Lorna Virgili and the Montgomery al Día team for the opportunity share our story.

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Estimados miembros de la comunidad de CUPF,

Nos complace compartir un reciente esfuerzo de alcance enfocado en conectar con nuestra comunidad hispanohablante. Varios miembros de nuestro equipo participaron en Montgomery al Día, un programa en español que comparte recursos e información del Condado con la creciente comunidad hispana del Condado de Montgomery.

En este episodio, la Directora Genel Burwell, Miguel Lozada y Eduardo Fuentes presentan el trabajo de CUPF y explican el proceso de reservación de instalaciones—todo en español para ampliar el acceso y la comprensión de nuestros servicios.

Agradecemos a Lorna Virgili y al equipo de Montgomery al Día por la oportunidad de compartir nuestra historia.

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Click here to watch: Episode 656 - March 17, 2026

Top (L) Lorna V., Top (R) Genel B., Bottom (L) Eduardo F., Bottom (R) Miguel L.

🎙️Montgomery al Día🎙️

Montgomery al Día is a show hosted by Lorna Virgili. The show includes interviews, news, PSAs, and public call-ins. Also included are County government departments, County Council, and collaboration from other County agencies to bring guests, news, and information to the County's fast growing Hispanic community. 

County Podcast are presented by County Cable Montgomery. Click Montgomery County Government Podcast Directory to listen to podcast produced by various County departments.

Reminder: Upcoming Opening Day Facility Reservations | 🚨Library Meeting Rooms🚨

 Published: March 27, 2026

Updated: April 10, 2026

📢 Quick Reminder: Community Use Bridge: Quick Tips: Getting Ready for Opening Day Reservations | 🏛️Public Library Meeting Rooms🏛️

Dear CUPF community,

Opening day to reserve use of Public Library Meeting Rooms for dates of use July 1 through December 31 opens on:

📅 Monday, April 13, 2026

🕡 6:30 a.m.

Reservations may be submitted for use of:

🏛️ Montgomery County Public Library (MCPL) 

🪑Meeting Rooms

🔗 CUPF Facility Reservations: 

Montgomery County Public Libraries

➡️Submit your reservations or requests through ActiveMONTGOMERY.

🔗 Useful information: 

Community Use of Public Facilities Resource Page

🔗 Learn About CUPF Available Venues: CUPF Home Page

➡️Click here for information; and to add to calendar.

Community Use of Public Facilities (CUPF)

Montgomery County Government, Maryland

Online: www.MontgomeryCountyMD.gov/CUPF

Email: CUPF@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov

Phone: 240-777-2725

Community Use Update | ⚠️ Athletic "Grass" Fields Delayed Opening

Published: March 10, 2026

Updated: March 13, 2026

Dear CUPF Community,

Montgomery Parks and MCPS grass athletic fields will open later than usual this spring due to persistently wet winter conditions. The department anticipates opening all grass fields on April 1, 2026. The delayed opening will help ensure fields are in suitable condition for play and prevent long-term damage caused by use when the ground is saturated.

Using fields before they are ready can lead to uneven surfaces, turf loss, and drainage problems that may take weeks or months to repair. By waiting until conditions improve, Montgomery Parks aims to preserve the quality and safety of its athletic facilities for all the leagues, teams, and casual users.

Community Use of Public Facilities (CUPF)

Thank You for a Great Season at the Silver Spring Ice Rink

Published: March 6, 2026

Dear Silver Spring Community,

As temperatures begin to rise and we transition into the spring season, the Silver Spring Ice Skating Rink at Veterans Plaza will be closing earlier than anticipated due to warmer weather conditions in order to ensure safety and proper ice quality.

At this time, operations are expected to conclude on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.

This season has been filled with skating, lessons, celebrations, and community gatherings, and we are grateful to everyone who joined us on the ice. Thank you to the Silver Spring community for making this another memorable season.

We encourage everyone to visit over the next few days and enjoy the ice one last time before the season ends.

Thank you again for another great season of skating in downtown Silver Spring. We look forward to welcoming everyone back when the rink returns next season.

Community Use of Public Facilities (CUPF)

Hello Spring, Hello Summer: Opening Day for CUPF Reservations Is Here

 Published: February 6, 2026

Spring & Summer Planning Starts Soon — CUPF Opening Day

Dear community members,

Planning programs, practices, or events for spring and summer?

Community Use of Public Facilities (CUPF) is here to help.

Opening Day for Spring & Summer Requests

📅 Monday, Feb. 9, 2026

⏰ 6:30 a.m.

Beginning at 6:30 a.m., requests may be submitted for use of:

• School auditoriums
• Athletic fields
• Outdoor basketball courts
• Parking lots
• Outdoor tennis courts

Submit your requests through ActiveMONTGOMERY.

🔗 Learn more about Spring/Summer Opening Day: Community Use Bridge

🔗 View CUPF-permitted public spaces: CUPF Home Page

Here's to a productive and exciting spring and summer of community use!

Community Use of Public Facilities (CUPF)

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Now Live: CUPF Alerts & Notifications

Stay informed and connected with the Office of Community Use of Public Facilities (CUPF) through two new notification tools:

·        🔔 Alert Montgomery 

·        📧 GovDelivery Notifications

These free, subscription-based services deliver important CUPF updates straight to your phone and/or email, including:

• Weather-related closures and alerts
• Facility and program updates
• Meeting notices and announcements
• News and community information

You choose the topics that matter most to you and how you’d like to receive updates—text, email, or both.

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🔔 Alert Montgomery

Alert Montgomery (Select 🠊 Community Use of Public Facilities)

📧 GovDelivery Notifications

GovDelivery (Select 🠊 Community Use of Public Facilities)

Stay connected. Stay informed. Stay ready with CUPF.

Community Use of Public Facilities 

Staying Warm Together: Winter HVAC Reminders for School Activities

 Published: January 9, 2026

Dear Community Members,

As we move through the season, we'd like to share a few friendly reminders regarding HVAC systems to help keep user groups comfortable in school buildings.

Just a quick note to share, there is no additional fee for HVAC; it is included and turned on during hours reserved. Please note that larger spaces take longer to reach temperature, especially when outside temperatures are extreme.

As a reminder, the Heat temperature set point is 68 degrees Fahrenheit in school buildings, per Montgomery County Public Schools. Heat is not available in all gymnasiums. There are some exceptions, but it may take a while to heat a space as large as a gym.

It is suggested that persons attending activities in school buildings dress in layers during extreme temperatures so that they may adjust to the indoor temperature. 

To support our community, CUPF may accept short-notice cancellations during extremely cold temperatures. The cancellation fee may be waived if the steps below are followed.

• If your group is scheduled and you determine to stay even if the temperature is cooler than 68 degrees, no refund will be provided.
• If your group is scheduled and you find that the heat is insufficient upon arrival, you may choose not to use the space. Call or text the after-hours help line at 240-490-2873 (CUPF) to report that you have left the premises without use due to the extreme cold temperatures so a refund can be initiated. If you use the space in any capacity, a refund will not be issued.
• If you cancel at least one business day before your scheduled use, CUPF will issue a refund. A Reservation Amendment / Cancellation Form should be submitted noting the cancellation is due to extremely cold temperatures. 

Helpful resources

• Reservation Amendement / Cancellation Form
• After Hours Help Line: 240-490-CUPF (2873). Call or Text (Monday - Friday outside of business hours 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Weekends)
• Customer Care: cupf@montgomerycountymd.gov or 240-777-2725

• CUPF emergency closings: CUPF Emergency Closings
• CUPF notifications including emergency closings: GovDelivery Notifications
• Montgomery County Government Buildings: AlertMONTGOMERY
• Montgomery County Public Schools alerts: Alert MCPS

🚸Childcare🚸 MCPS Operating Status and Color Codes | Alert MCPS Notifications

Published: December 19, 2025

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Operating Status

🟢| Before and After school childcare programs will occur as scheduled      

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🟡 | Morning, all-day and After-school childcare programs may operate as scheduled, families are encouraged to contact their childcare provider

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🔵| Childcare programs may continue to operate; families are encouraged to contact their childcare provider

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🟠 | Childcare programs may operate as scheduled, families are encouraged to contact their childcare provider

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🔴 | Childcare programs are canceled

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For more updates, subscribe to Alert MCPS

What is Alert MCPS?

Alert MCPS is a way that you can receive text messages or e-mail from Montgomery County Public Schools during weather-related emergencies and other major events that impact school system operations. Alert MCPS is administered by Montgomery County Public Schools and is part of the Montgomery County Alert System.

🚨Big News!🚨| We've made some exciting updates to our 2026 Opening Day "Go Live" Reservation Dates 📅

 Published: November 24, 2025

Updated: November 26, 2025

The Office of Community Use of Public Facilities (CUPF) is pleased to announce several updates to our 2026 reservation process. We wanted to let you know that our reservation dates have been adjusted to better accommodate everyone's schedules and ensure a smoother experience for all.

In the past, opening day reservation dates that fell on a weekend often brought larger online crowds, which can overwhelm our systems. Launching our opening reservation dates on a weekday gives staff a chance to identify and resolve any issues. 

New 2026 Opening Day Reservation Dates

🗓️ February 9, 2026 (2nd Monday in February)

• Opening day to request school auditoriums for dates of use during the upcoming MCPS Summer Break. 
• Opening day to reserve athletic fields and other outdoor facilities (e.g. school tennis courts, outdoor basketball courts, and parking lots) for dates of use March 15 through August 15.

🗓️ April 13, 2026 (2nd Monday in April)

• Opening day to reserve library meeting rooms for dates of use July 1 through December 31.

🗓️ May 4, 2026 (1st Monday in May)

• Opening day to request school auditoriums for dates of use during the upcoming MCPS School Year.
• Opening day to reserve indoor school facilities (e.g. gymnasiums, cafeterias, classrooms) for dates of use during the upcoming MCPS Summer Break. 
• Opening day to reserve government building meeting rooms for dates of use July 1 through December 31.

🗓️ July 13, 2026 (2nd Monday in July)

• Opening day to reserve athletic fields and other outdoor facilities (e.g. school tennis courts, outdoor basketball courts, and parking lots) for dates of use August 16 through November 30.

🗓️ August 10, 2026 (2nd Monday in August)

• Opening day to reserve indoor school facilities (e.g. gymnasiums, cafeterias, classrooms) for dates of use during the upcoming MCPS School Year.

🗓️ October 12, 2026 (2nd Monday in October)

• Opening day to reserve library meeting rooms for dates of use January 1 through June 30.

🗓️ November 2, 2026 (1st Monday in November)

• Opening day to request "artificial turf" athletic fields and other outdoor facilities (e.g. school tennis courts, outdoor basketball courts, and parking lots) for dates of use December 1 through March 14. 
• Opening day to reserve government building meeting rooms for dates of use January 1 through June 30.

We're grateful for your continued support and patience as we prepare for the upcoming changes to our opening reservation dates in 2026. 

Thank you

Thank you for using public facilities for community events and activities! Please reach out to our team of professionals with any questions you may have. Click here to contact CUPF Customer Care—We Are Here to Help!