Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD

Memorial Day Tours
2026-05-24
Join us for a Memorial Day tour as we interpret the history of the people who lived and worked at this former plantation, from the house’s construction in 1801 through Emancipation in 1864. Visitors engage in facilitated dialogue with tour guides while being led through rooms of the historic house and dependency buildings.

Volunteer Open House
2026-05-24 12:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Explore the different volunteering options that the museum has to offer, then meet current volunteers and learn about their roles as Riversdale team members.

Riversdale Kitchen Guild: Preservation Month
2026-05-24 12:00 - 15:00
Join the Riversdale Kitchen Guild over the open hearth as they highlight Preservation Month using 19th-century techniques.

Success: The Beauty Among Us
2026-05-26 - 2026-07-18
* This exhibition runs May 26–Jul. 18, with a public reception on Sat., May 30. *

Success is a self-taught, mixed-media artist born in Baltimore, Maryland. Their artistic journey commenced at age eight and has steadily grown into a passionate exploration of various creative mediums. Now a new but prominent voice in contemporary art, Success has developed a diverse portfolio encompassing digital photography, photo manipulation, and acrylic paintings. Success is a graduate of Howard University. They created a bridge between local D.C. photographers and the Howard photography community by organizing lectures, workshops, and collaboration opportunities among students. Characterized by a keen ability to transform aspects of the ordinary into extraordinary narratives, Success’s work expresses complex human emotions through vivid colors, dynamic forms, and exaggerated color palettes.

The Black Art Today Foundation: Ascension: A BIPOC Exhibition
2026-05-26 - 2026-07-18
* This exhibition runs May 26–Jul. 18, with a public reception on Sat., May 30. *

Ascension is a transformation journey, a testament to the human spirit’s unwavering capacity to overcome obstacles and achieve greatness. This exhibition, featuring the works of BIPOC artists, delves into the lives of individuals who have defied limitations, challenged norms, and ultimately ascended to leave an enduring legacy. Each artwork is a visual biography, capturing the essence of the subject’s unique path toward transcendence. The exhibition explores the multifaceted nature of ascension through diverse artistic mediums, from the literal ascent of physical challenges to the metaphorical rise of social and personal triumphs.

Beyond Self-care: Resilience and Well-Being
2026-05-26 18:00 - 19:00
What are the building blocks of well-being? Is it possible to strengthen these in others and ourselves? What should we focus on to flourish? The field of Positive Psychology provides research supported theory to promote well-being by focusing on what is good, instead of what is bad. This virtual training provides participants with an introduction to the P.E.R.M.A. model of well-being and practical strategies to incorporate the framework into their daily lives.

Lunchtime Lawn Concert with Linwood Taylor
2026-05-27 12:00 - 13:30
Stop by Darnall’s Chance Historic Site & Museum and listen to Linwood Taylor. Bring your own brown bag lunch or picnic basket. Some picnic tables will be on site, but you are encouraged to bring a blanket or chair. Program sponsored, in part, by a grant from the Maryland State Humanities Council. No reservations required. FREE

Dine, Learn & Move: Living Well With Arthritis
2026-05-27 18:00 - 19:30
Join us as we recognize Arthritis Awareness Month! Living with arthritis can be distracting, difficult, and quite literally a pain. During this virtual session, learn valuable information, practical tips, and expert insights on managing arthritis and improving quality of life. The program will begin with a guided physical activity session to promote flexibility and joint mobility and will end with a live cooking demonstration.

Registration required. All ages welcome; FREE

Riversdale Summer Concert Series
2026-05-27 19:00 - 20:00
Join us on the lawn for our Riversdale Summer Concert Series 2026 — we will highlight different bands throughout the series! Don’t forget to bring your own lawn chair and a picnic dinner.

Muévase Bien, Viva Bien: Actividad Física para un Maryland Más Saludable
2026-05-28 18:00 - 19:00
En honor al Mes Nacional de la Actividad Física y los Deportes, Zócalo Health ofrece un taller para ayudarle a fortalecer su cuerpo y mantenerse activo—sin necesidad de un gimnasio. Este taller, dirigido por una fisioterapeuta licenciada, se enfoca en movimientos seguros y fáciles para todas las edades y niveles.

Muévete Bien, Vive Bien: Actividad Física para un Maryland Más Saludable (Taller en Español)
2026-05-28 18:00 - 19:00
En honor al Mes Nacional de la Actividad Física y los Deportes, Zócalo Health ofrece un taller para ayudarte a fortalecer tu cuerpo y mantenerte activo—sin necesidad de un gimnasio. Este taller, dirigido por una fisioterapeuta licenciada, se enfoca en movimientos seguros y fáciles para todas las edades y niveles. Todas las edades son bienvenidas; GRATIS

May Family Farm Tour
2026-05-29 13:00 - 14:00
Take a guided tour of Old Maryland Farm and get up close with the animals! Learn about daily farm life and enjoy exclusive access to behind-the-scenes areas.

Davey Yarborough and Esther Williams: A Beautiful Friendship
2026-05-29 20:00 - 22:00
Husband-and-wife duo Davey Yarborough and Esther Williams thrill audiences with their soulful jazz and original songwriting. Esther (vocals) has an extensive repertoire in jazz, R&B, pop, and gospel; Davey (saxophone) is an accomplished performer, bandleader, composer, arranger, and educator. They have performed together for decades and co-founded the Washington Jazz Arts Institute.

Watkins Park Farmers Market
2026-05-30 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-06 10:00 - 14:00
Come support new growers, explore the fields, and take home something delicious at the Urban Farm Incubator at Watkins Regional Park.

Every Saturday, 10 am-2 pm, from late May to mid-November, you can shop fresh vegetables, fruit, herbs, and flowers grown on-site by ten emerging farm businesses. Expect nutrient‑dense, culturally relevant, all‑natural produce!

DIRECTIONS: Once inside Watkins Regional Park, follow signs for the Urban Farm Incubator and park inside the black deer fence.

The Urban Farm Incubator hosts ten beginner farm businesses growing vegetables, fruit, herbs, and flowers. The Urban Farm Incubator at Watkins Regional Park is a collaboration among ECO City Farms, the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District (PGSCD), Prince George’s Food Equity Council (FEC), The Capital Market, and M-NCPPC, Department of Recreation, Prince George’s County.

This event is held at 601 Watkins Park Drive

For more info, visit https://www.ecoffshoots.org/urban-farm-incubator or email urbanfarmincubator@gmail.com

250 Block Party: We the People
2026-05-30 11:00 - 15:30 | Bowie Center for the Performing Arts, 15200-15210 Annapolis Road, Bowie, MD, 20715, United States
Join us for a free, family-friendly block party dedicated to Prince George’s County—part of the nationwide America 250 commemoration.

Enjoy live music, performances, film screenings, games, hands-on activities, and local food and drink vendors. Explore the stories and creativity that make our county unique.

Created in partnership with local organizations, leaders, and volunteers, this is a true community-powered event.

As we mark America’s 250th anniversary, discover why Prince George’s County is essential to the nation’s story—past, present, and future.

Full block party schedule and details: pgc250.org

Pull, Slide, Spin! Make Your Characters Come Alive
2026-05-30 12:00 - 14:00
Inspired by the expressive characters in Brentwood Arts Exchange & Art Enables’ exhibition Real Characters, this hands-on, drop-in workshop invites visitors to step inside the imaginative worlds of Maurice Barnes and Nonja Tiller and explore how these artists bring stories to life through vivid scenes and emotional expression. Using simple paper mechanisms popular in pop-up books (like paper wheels and pull-tabs), visitors will experiment with ways to activate their drawings and give their own characters personality, motion, and narrative. This FREE, all-ages workshop encourages playful exploration and creativity and invites everyone to become both storyteller and maker.

Rally to Rank: Pickleball Skills Clinic
2026-05-30 13:00 - 15:00
Join us for a fun, competitive event where players can test their skills through drills an round-robin games to see if they’re Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced.

It’s the perfect chance to learn, connect, and level up your game!

Black Birders Week: Beaks, Feet, & Feathers Boat Tour
2026-05-30 14:00 - 15:00
As part of Black Birders Week, this event celebrates and uplifts Black birders, naturalists, and outdoor enthusiasts. Join a naturalist aboard the park pontoon boat to explore the birdlife of the Anacostia River while cruising downstream. All attendees must register.

Success: The Beauty Among Us - Public Reception
2026-05-30 14:00 - 16:00

The Black Art Today Foundation: Ascension: A BIPOC Exhibition - Public Reception
2026-05-30 14:00 - 16:00

Soul Generation featuring Cliff Perkins
2026-05-30 20:00 - 21:30
Soul Generation, out of Jersey City, New Jersey, is led by original member and founder Cliff Perkins. Known as one of the supergroups of the 1970s with chart-busting hits such as “Body and Soul,” “Million Dollars,” and “I Wonder What She’s Doin’.” Cliff Perkins’ smooth tenor voice is legendary among the singers of an era known for great lead singers. They continue to perform worldwide and are a staple on the “’70s Soul Jam Tour.”

Take 6
2026-05-30 20:00 - 21:30, 2026-05-31 16:00 - 17:30
The most awarded a cappella group in history, heralded by Quincy Jones as the “baddest vocal cats on the planet!” is the quintessential a cappella model for vocal genius. With ten Grammy Awards, ten Dove Awards, two NAACP Image Awards, a Soul Train Award, and more, Take 6 continues to bring extraordinary vocals to their worldwide audiences. From jazz to pop, adult R&B, doo wop and blues, they admirably and adeptly cross most musical genres. Like a fine-tuned vocal orchestra, the group continues pushing the boundaries of creativity and musical genius with every new release and their ever-evolving live performances.

Sat., May 30, 8 pm Tickets

Sun., May 31, 4 pm Tickets

Family Discovery Hike
2026-05-31 10:00 - 11:30
Take a hike with the whole family and enjoy a guided adventure together in nature. Experience the sights and sounds of the outdoors as you explore the trail.

Skate to Celebrate May Fitness Month
2026-05-31 13:00 - 14:45
Join us for a fun afternoon of ice skating! Admission is $6/person and includes skate rental.

This is a drop-in event.

Lunchtime Listening with Sweet Storm
2026-06-03 11:00 - 13:00
Experience the rhythm, culture, and soul of D.C.’s blues scene. Sweet Storm delivers soulful, heartfelt blues, blending traditional and contemporary styles. Stormi Weaver (vocals, guitar) and Willie Leebel (vocals, guitar) have performed together at bars, clubs, art openings, and private events for three years. Their collaboration also led to the formation of Stormi and the Blue Skies, a five-piece acoustic group. They met through the Archie Edwards Blues Heritage Foundation and call each other music spouses. Celebrate the legacy of Archie Edwards with a powerful blues concert, honoring African American music history and the Piedmont blues tradition.

Come Out and Play at Cross Creek Park
2026-06-03 18:00 - 20:00
Enjoy FREE outdoor fun for all ages at Cross Creek Park.

Suitland Bog Birthday Bash
2026-06-06 10:00 - 13:00
Celebrate the Suitland Bog’s 50th birthday with a day of nature, hands-on fun, and community pride. Explore this rare ecosystem, enjoy family-friendly activities, and meet the Park Rangers who help protect this important natural space.

What to Expect:

Guided Hikes with a Park Ranger Take a short, family friendly walk to discover the bog’s unusual plant life, its history, and how M-NCPPC helps care for this rare habitat. Please note: the walk is on a natural surface trail.

Nature Crafts Create a nature inspired project to take home.

Nature Education Table Enjoy interactive displays and learn what makes a bog so special.

Giveaways Free items for attendees while supplies last.

Suitland Bog is part of your community. Join the celebration, connect with nature, and help us mark 50 years of protecting this incredible space.

Canceled - Creative Entrepreneurship & Scaling Your Business
2026-06-06 13:00 - 16:00
Take your creative practice to the next level by learning business strategies, marketing, and growth techniques to expand your artistic brand and maximize success.
