Azalea Festival
2027 AZALEA FESTIVAL
DATES
Friday, April 30 – Sunday, May 2
FESTIVAL HOURS
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
FUNLAND HOURS
Friday: noon - 5 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
LOCATION
6101 Wilson Lane, Bethesda, MD 20817
COST
Free general admission & parking
Thank you for being a part of it!
Our 73rd Azalea Festival was a truly inspirational weekend! Azaleas symbolize harmony, a longing for home, and deep emotional roots—capturing the enduring feeling of returning to where one truly belongs. That spirit was felt throughout the weekend as our community came together in meaningful service, shared purpose, and genuine connection. Together, we celebrate not only a cherished tradition but the strength of belonging that binds us all.
Every aspect of the Festival depends upon the steadfast commitment of our parent and alumni co-chairs, who labor with passion and purpose on behalf of our boys and their teachers. Because of their dedication, we are confident we have secured meaningful resources to support financial aid for students who need assistance and to invest in faculty professional development—ensuring our teachers continue to grow, thrive, and excel in their craft.
Thank you for joining us for what was truly a wonderful weekend, one that so beautifully embraced the deep sense of belonging the azalea represents and the enduring strength of our Landon community.
2026 Committee Co-chairs
Azalea Plants
Lauren Clauser, P '34
Alexis Gyurko, P '35
Karoline Shannon, P '21 '26
Bear Bakery & Beverages
Renee Esfandiary, P '27
Nan Renjel, P '27
Merrill Smith, P '27
Bear Boardwalk
Andrea Al-Attar, P '32
Chiyo Alie, P '32
Bearly Used
Beth Gilman, P '31
Tiffany Martin, P '31
Christine Quinn, P '26
Bearly Used Department Chairs
Carolyn George, P '30 '33
Katie Hayes, P '31
Jamie Hotchkiss, P '23 '27
Ann Hudock, P '20 '21 '25 '27
Christine Leggett, P '23 '26
Amy McDonald, P '26 '32
Stephanie Ortbals-Tibbs, P '23 '25 '28
Rossanna Rutledge, P '26 '27
Jennifer Spreitzer, P '27
Boutique Vendors
Ashley Bronczek, P '33 '35
Stephanie Holtzman, P '29 '31
Danielle Lloyd, P '29
Cement Bears
Jane Imperatore, P '27 '29
Claire Swift, P '24 '26
Funland
Alex Aschenbach, P '31
Charlie Crowley, P '34
Hallie Henderson, P '31
Page Pollock, P '33
Garden: Flowers & Plants
Valerie Cline, P '28
Viju Dilley, P '34
Samin Emam, P '32
Marshall Kiker, P '31 '34
Sheri LaBonte, P '26 '30
Callie Nierenberg, P '31 '32
Lissa Rubman, P '29
Kristine Sockwell Friend, P '29
Melanie Williams, P '13 '29
Information Booth
Sophie Buslik, P '34 '35
Kurt Cross, P '28
Susan Eagle, P '27
Natalie Green, P '28
Anne Hawkins, P '27
Liz Stephens, P '28 ‘31
Landon Sign-up Parties
Nicole Urbanczyk, P '31 '35
Plant Pick-Up
Tony Coleman, P '31
JoAnna Graham, P '26
Juliana Salles Almeida, P '31
Riddles Griddle
Landon Alumni Board
Silent Auction
Leanne Bortner, P '31
Anne-Lamar Meeker, P '29 '31
Sip & Shop
Ann Hudock, P '20 '21 '25 '27
Welcome & Parking Committee
Kurt Cross, P '28
Derek Reisfield, P '28
Thank you to our generous 2026 sponsors!
2026 Corporate Sponsors
Now accepting 2027 vendor applications
2026 Boutique Vendors
2026 Food Vendors
2026 Azalea Highlights
