About the event

Foodie Festivities on the Lakefront! Experience signature bites and craft cocktails from your favorite rio restaurants with live music and more along the boardwalk. Skip the line! Grab your $5 tickets in advance and get ready to taste, toast, and enjoy. Tickets are redeemable for food and beverage selections, sold in $5 increments. VIP Packages coming soon—stay tuned!

Dates

Sep 28, 2025 · 2:00 PM - Sep 28, 2025 · 6:00 PM(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

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Location

Maryland, United States

9841 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878, United States

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Parking instructions

Parking is free in the garages and open surface lots

Health & safety

This event will be in compliance with all Montgomery County regulations. Alcohol will only be allowed in designated areas. Any guest refusing to abide by such regulations may be denied further participation in the event.

Event highlights

RIO Lakefront

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Welcome to rio, Gaithersburg’s premier shopping and dining destination! Ideally situated in the heart of Montgomery County, shoppers of all ages enjoy an unmatched retail experience at rio in its picturesque open air shopping environment and vibrant setting.

Priceless Advice

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Live Performance: Priceless Advice

Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

About the Band:
Priceless Advice is the Mid-Atlantic's hottest 90's tribute band! We play only the best of 90's PowerPop, 90's Alternative and 90's Grunge. Every song is a massive hit and you will sing along to every one!

Visit their YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCazNsyrI4VjpaOdaYMVhZDg

Sportrock Climbing Center

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Meet us at our booth for our hang challenge!!

Silver Diner

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Event Menu:
Forthcoming

Charley Prime Foods

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Forthcoming

Han Spot

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Forthcoming

Fantasticks

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Forthcoming

Nando's Peri-Peri

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Forthcoming

Cinnabon & Auntie Anne's

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Forthcoming

BurgerFi

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Forthcoming

Guapo's Cantina & Grill

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Forthcoming

California Pizza Kitchen

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Forthcoming

Miss Toya's Southern Kitchen

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Forthcoming

Yard House

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Forthcoming

Muse Paint Bar

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Forthcoming

Tickets

Price: $0.00-75.00

Tasting Ticket Package (15 tickets)

$75.00

+ Tax: $4.50, Processing fees: $5.31

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

9841 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg
Maryland 20878, United States

Sep 28, 2025 2:00 pm - Sep 28, 2025 6:00 pm EDT

September 28th, 2025 at 6:00 pm EDT

Ticket Pick Up

Tasting tickets can be picked up at one of the two ticketing booths (near Copper Canyon Grill or Boardwalk Stage). Please enter the line marked 'Online Sales'. To claim your tickets, you must present your: - Picture ID - Proof of Purchase/ Order Confirmation (print out or digital) We are not responsible for lost proof of purchase/online confirmations.

The Taste of RIO will feature deluxe tastings of food, sweet treats and beverages. Each vendor will accept tickets. All vendors will offer at least 1 menu item worth 1 ticket. A ticket is valued at $5. Example: Lobster Sliders- 1 Ticket Signature Cocktail - 2 Tickets Total 3 tickets Tickets are non-refundable and must be used at the event. Advanced tickets purchase is recommended to expedite the Will Call process.

Tasting Ticket Package (10 tickets)

$50.00

+ Tax: $3.00, Processing fees: $3.65

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

9841 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg
Maryland 20878, United States

Sep 28, 2025 2:00 pm - Sep 28, 2025 6:00 pm EDT

September 28th, 2025 at 6:00 pm EDT

Ticket Pick Up

Tasting Ticket Package (5 tickets)

$25.00

+ Tax: $1.50, Processing fees: $1.99

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

9841 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg
Maryland 20878, United States

Sep 28, 2025 2:00 pm - Sep 28, 2025 6:00 pm EDT

September 28th, 2025 at 6:00 pm EDT

Ticket Pick Up

Tasting tickets can be picked up at 1 of the 2 ticketing booths. Please enter the line marked 'Online Sales'. To claim your tickets, you must present your: - Picture ID - Proof of Purchase/ Order Confirmation (print out or digital) We are not responsible for lost proof of purchase/online confirmations.

RSVP for TICKET SALE ALERTS

$0.00

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

MoCo Eats VIP Lounge Experience

$50.00

+ Tax: $3.00, Processing fees: $3.65

9841 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg
Maryland 20878, United States

Sep 28, 2025 12:00 pm - Sep 28, 2025 7:00 pm EDT

September 28th, 2025 at 11:59 pm EDT

The Taste of Rio VIP Experience includes: Access to the MoCo Eats VIP Lounge from 1pm-6pm. Opens 1 hour prior to the event for an exclusive VIP reception. Collect pre-ordered tickets and enjoy a signature cocktail and tasting from our partners. Features: - VIP Reception from 1pm-2pm to pick up pre-ordered tickets and enjoy a signature cocktail and tasting - Access to the indoor atrium lounge presented by MoCo Eats - One signature tasting tumbler - Signature Cocktail and Lite Bite to redeem in the VIP Reception from 1pm-2pm - Three (3) Complimentary tasting/drink tickets - Dedicated VIP line at each of the ticketing tents for additional ticket purchases. - In-lounge charging station

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