FOX 5 Zip Trip kicks off 2026 season in Gaithersburg

Zip Trip Gaithersburg: Hometown Team

The Gaithersburg Giants were spotlighted as a Hometown Team during FOX5DC's Zip Trip to Gaithersburg, Maryland. 

GAITHERSBURG, Md. - FOX 5 kicked off its first Zip Trip of the year Friday, starting the summer tradition in Gaithersburg!

Marissa, Tucker and Annie Mae are on location as the team checks out the city’s neighborhoods, businesses and community spirit.

Gaithersburg is known for its close‑knit feel and global roots, with residents supporting local farmers, artisans and artists while also embracing visitors. 

Zip Trip Gaithersburg: Friday Finds with the Salvation Army

In this Friday Finds, FOX5DC's AnnieMae spotlights Salvation Army and plays a guessing game with a contestant to order the finds by price. 

MAY 22 in Gaithersburg: 231 Rio Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

The city’s diversity is reflected in its wide range of global cuisine, where farm‑fresh produce meets international flavors at markets and restaurants across town.

Families and visitors can enjoy outdoor summer concerts, kid‑friendly performances and cultural presentations that showcase the community’s creative energy.

Learn more about Gaithersburg online!

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Zip Trip Gaithersburg: First Responder Friday

For First Responder Friday, sponsored by Dunkin, FOX5DC's Tucker Barnes and the Gaithersburg Police Department and fire department talked summer safety.