Two-day celebration includes community grants, samples from across Dash in’s chef-driven food experience, live entertainment and Dash In’s “First Cut” celebration
LA PLATA, Md. – Dash In will celebrate the grand opening of its newest location in La Plata with a two-day community event featuring food tastings, live music, giveaways, and its signature “First Cut” ceremony.
As part of the celebration, the company will donate a total of $20,000 to four local organizations, including La Plata High School, the La Plata Volunteer Fire Department, the Port Tobacco River Conservancy, and the Southern Maryland Food Bank.
The event will take place April 9-10 at 6670 Crain Highway, with the main ceremony and check presentations scheduled for April 10 at 1 p.m.
- What: Dash In celebrates the grand opening of its newest La Plata location, introducing a new, elevated convenience experience to Charles County. As part of the celebration, Dash In will donate $20,000 to four local organizations, reinforcing its commitment to the La Plata community.
- The two-day event will feature Dash In’s signature “First Cut” ceremony, complimentary food tastings from its chef-driven menu, live music, giveaways, and opportunities for guests to enroll in Dash In Rewards.
- Where: 6670 Crain Highway, La Plata, MD 20646
- When: Friday, April 10, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m; 1:00 p.m. – “First Cut” ceremony and community check presentations
Additional celebration events:
- Thursday, April 9, 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Friday, April 10, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Event Highlights:
Dash In’s signature “First Cut” ceremony takes place on Friday at 1:00 p.m. Dash In will honor four local organizations with each receiving $5,000 donations:
- La Plata High School and La Plata Volunteer Fire Department.
- Port Tobacco River Conservancy – protecting and restoring the Port Tobacco River and its watershed through community-led education, advocacy, and action.
- Southern Maryland Food Bank – fighting hunger and nourishing hope across the Southern Maryland region.
Activities:
- Ribbon cutting during Dash In’s “First Cut” ceremony
- Check presentations to local organizations
- Live music, the Dash In guest experience, and food sampling
- Exterior and interior visuals of the new Dash In location
- A performance by the La Plata High School band
- Interviews with Dash In leadership and community partners