2025 Lobster Bake: Farmhouse Hoedown
Join us for fabulous food and fantastic fun - RAIN or SHINE!
Smokey Glen Farm
16407 Riffle Ford RoadGaithersburg, MD 20878-2148
United States
Grab Your Boots and Dust Off Your Overalls – It's Time for a Farmhouse Hoedown!
Get ready to kick up your heels and enjoy a rootin’-tootin’ good time at the most anticipated event of the summer for the property management industry! Join over 600 PMA members, RAIN or SHINE, at Smokey Glen Farm, transformed into a charming country barnyard bash.
Round up your crew for a night of hoedown fun!
Dance to toe-tappin’ tunes from our live DJ, mixing country classics with today’s chart-toppers, and see if you’ve got what it takes to be crowned Farmhouse Hoedown Royalty!
Your ticket to this boot-scootin’ soirée includes:
- A finger-lickin’ barbecue feast, complete with all the fixin’s to satisfy your country cravings.
- Unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks to keep the good times flowing.
- A barnyard photo booth to capture your country charm with a modern twist.
- Fun yard games and activities, perfect for wranglin’ a little friendly competition.
Dress code? Channel your inner cowpoke!
Whether you’re rocking cowboy boots, denim overalls, gingham, or a good ol’ ten-gallon hat, let your farmhouse flair shine. Come as a rancher, square dancer, or anything in between – everyone’s welcome at this hoedown!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the summer’s most talked-about shindig. Let’s make memories at the Farmhouse Hoedown – where the country spirit meets a night to remember!
Agenda
| August 21 | |
| 4:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Registration & Check-in Desk Opens Bars & Activity Areas Open |
| 4:45 PM - 5:30 PM | Appetizer Service Line Opens |
| 5:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Welcome Announcements by DJ Bristol Sounds Sponsored by Kay Apartment Communities |
| 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Snap a Photo with Larry the Lobster Sponsored by St. Claire Window & Door Corp. |
| 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Lobsters/Feast Service Lines Open |
| 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | Dessert Service Line Opens |
| 6:30 PM - 6:45 PM | Cornshucking Contest Begins Join Judges: Lew Shapiro and Rasheedah Ahmed cheer on contestants: Alex Tavera, Alla Shtipleman, Andy Drier, Chris Wilmot, Dakota Goforth, Devin Stringfield, Duaeno Dorsey, Gary Bollinger, Jaymie Beasley, and Tony Perichino as they take on bushels of corn! How much corn can this group SHUCK! SHUCK! |
| 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Line Dancing Begins Sponsored by St. Claire Window & Door Corp. |
| 8:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Community Service Raffle Winner Announced
Must present winning raffle ticket to claim prize! Must be present to win! 100 % of the proceeds go back to committee initiatives! |
| 9:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Bars Closed Good night everyone! |
Get ready for something new at this year’s Lobster Bake! 🦞🎉
Instead of a silent auction, PMA’s Community Service Committee is raffling off one giant gift basket packed with amazing prizes! 🎁
🎟️ Raffle tickets will only be available for purchase at the event by registered attendees.
📣 The winning ticket will be drawn at 8 PM, right after line dancing—you must be present to win!
Don’t miss your chance to take home ALL the prizes! 🏆
DIRECTIONS:
Smokey Glen Farm has two entrances to their facility. Please follow the event signs located along the side of the road on Riffle Ford Road to ensure you enter the correct driveway. Ensure your GPS has the address listed above for guidance.
PARKING:
Smokey Glen Farm has ample parking for everyone.
Take a moment to check out the sponsors and partners who helped make this year's event happen!
2025 Lobster Bake Sponsors
| Price | |
|---|---|
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Onsite
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$245.00 |
| Price | |
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Onsite (NM)
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$325.00 |
Product Add-ons
| Add-ons | Price |
|---|---|
| 2025 Lobster Bake Sponsor, Tailgating View Product | $1,625.00 |
| 2025 Lobster Bake Sponsor, Activity View Product | $1,300.00 |
| 2025 Lobster Bake Sponsor, Food & Beverage View Product | $650.00 |
The barnyard bash of 2025 will take place RAIN or SHINE!
Presenting Sponsor:
