
Gaithersburg is diverse urban area, encompassing a historic Old Town, multiple new urban communities, high-rise apartments, and many suburban subdivisions. Major economic activities are biotechnology, telecommunications, and software development. Many of these activities are related to Federal Government contracts, including those given out to Gaithersburg corporate apartment residents. Because of Gaithersburg's proximity to the Nation's Capital and these major industries, the city hosts many corporate apartment residents, both foreign and domestic. Throughout the year, the Gaithersburg sponsors many cultural events. During the spring and summer months, the City Hall Pavilion is busy with musical and theater groups, movies, and other special events for Gaithersburg corporate apartment residents to enjoy. Art exhibits are located in various city facilities year round. The city also hosts the Celebrate Gaithersburg in Olde Towne Street Festival where residents gather on the streets of the city's Olde Towne district to enjoy good food, arts and crafts, and a variety of family entertainment while celebrating the city's heritage. Winter Lights is an extraordinary light display held in partnership with Seneca Creek State Park. To celebrate the holidays, Gaithersburg corporate apartment residents from all over come to see hundreds of holiday images created by colorful lights along a 3.5 mile drive.