Maryland’s Purple Line:
Connecting Communities

Explore the future light rail service that will provide direct travel options from New Carrollton to Bethesda, Maryland. Board a train from 21 stations to work, school, and recreation destinations across Prince George's and Montgomery counties with direct connections to Metrorail, AMTRAK, MARC commuter rail, and bus networks.

Project Updates

Apr 25 | 2025
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See the latest transformations along the alignment in our Spring 2025 Progress Update Video.

Apr 01 | 2025
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Purple Line Light Rail Vehicles began dynamic testing on track parallel to Veterans Parkway.

Kefa Café

Silver Spring

Known by many as a Bonifant Street institution, Kefa Café has offered friendly service and gourmet Ethiopian coffee since 1996. Owned and operated by sisters Lena and Abeba Tsegay, Kefa Café’s goal is to create a dining experience that resembles a visit with family or friends. Learn more

MRB Counseling Services

Hyattsville

MRB Counseling Services was founded in 2007 and opened its Hyattsville office in 2010. Named for its founder and CEO, Maria R. Bustos, MRB Counseling aims to provide local communities with English and Spanish mental health and substance abuse services. Their mission is to make these services accessible to the Hispanic population, which they consider historically underserved. Learn more

Daje Wellness and Spa

Silver Spring

Daje Wellness and Spa, opened in November 2024, proudly offers the Bonifant community a touch of Moroccan self-care. Founded by Beth Mekonnen, a software engineer by day, Daje offers a space where the local Ethiopian community and others can experience spa treatments like the traditional Moroccan bath, an essential self-care practice in Ethiopia. Full-service spa treatments, sauna, steam room, facials, massages, and other skin care services are also available.  Learn more

Glee Bridal’s and Gift Shop

Hyattsville

Glee Bridal’s and Gift Shop Plus opened in La Union Mall in 2022, combining the offerings of a charming gift shop and a stylish clothing boutique to celebrate rich Guatemalan culture and traditions. Owner Eilleen Aquino’s passion lies in the connections she creates with her clients in celebrating social events such as quinceañeras, baptisms, weddings, and first communions. Learn more