Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD

Shakespeare in the Parks Tour: As You Like It
2026-06-14 - 2026-07-07
Get ready for another summer of Shakespeare in the Parks! The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Division proudly presents the 2026 Shakespeare in the Parks Tour, bringing a professional, FREE, and family-friendly theatrical experience to parks throughout Prince George’s and Montgomery counties. This beloved annual tradition invites audiences of all ages to enjoy the magic of live performance in the beauty of the outdoors.

This summer’s featured production is As You Like It, one of William Shakespeare’s most delightful comedies. Filled with mistaken identities, witty banter, music, romance, and playful adventure, the story follows Rosalind and her companions as they flee to the Forest of Arden, where love is tested, friendships are forged, and everyone discovers that life can be sweeter when we embrace joy, freedom, and being true to ourselves. Charming, humorous, and full of heart, As You Like It offers a whimsical celebration of love and laughter perfect for the whole family.

Note: For outdoor performances, please bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating and comfort. Picnic meals are encouraged, and this pet-friendly production welcomes your furry companions.

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Performance Dates

DATETIMELOCATIONADDRESSTYPENOTESSunday, June 14, 20267 pmDavid C. Driskell Community Park3911 Hamilton St, Hyattsville, MD 20781PerformanceCancelled due To Inclement weatherTuesday, June 16, 20267 pmRiversdale Historic Site and Museum4811 Riverdale Rd, Riverdale, MD 20737PerformanceThursday, June 18, 20267 pmMontpelier Arts Center PerformancePerformanceSign Language InterpreterCancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Check back for rescheduled dateSaturday, June 20, 20267 pmMeadowside Nature Center5100 Meadowside Ln, Rockville, MD 20855PerformanceTuesday, June 23, 20267 pmDarnall’s Chance Historic Site and Museum14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772PerformanceRescheduled for July 2Wednesday, June 24, 20267 pmNational Harbor Plaza StageNational Harbor Blvd, Oxon Hill, MD 20745PerformanceThursday, June 25, 20267 pmHarmony Hall Arts Center 10701 Livingston Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744PerformanceIndoorsSaturday, June 27, 20267 pmPrince George’s Publick Playhouse 5445 Landover Road, Hyattsville, MD 20784PerformanceIndoors; Sign Language Interpreter; Post-show Q&A with the Artistic Director and CastSunday, June 28, 20263 pmPrince George’s Publick Playhouse 5445 Landover Road, Hyattsville, MD 20784PerformanceIndoors/No tickets requiredTuesday, June 30, 20267 pmBrookside Gardens1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902PerformanceJoin us at 6:30 pm for live music by the Shakespeare in the Parks Band; Sign Language InterpreterThursday, July 2,20267 pmDarnall’s Chance Historic Site and Museum14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772PerformanceCancelled due To Inclement weatherSunday, July 5, 20267 pmWatkins Regional Park 331 Watkins Park Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774PerformanceCancelled Due to weatherTuesday, July 7, 20267 pmMontpelier Arts Center9652 Muirkirk RoadLaurel, MDPerformanceCancelled Due to weather

Rain Dates

DATETIMELOCATIONADDRESSTYPENOTESWednesday, June 17, 20267 pmRiversdale Historic Site and Museum4811 Riverdale Rd, Riverdale, MD 20737Rain DateWill not be usedSunday, June 21, 20267 pmDavid C. Driskell Community Park3911 Hamilton St, Hyattsville, MD 20781Rain DateWednesday, July 1, 20267 pmBrookside Gardens1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD 209021800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902Sign Langauge InterpreterThursday, July 2, 20267 pmDarnall’s Chance Historic Site and Museum14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772Rain DateMonday, July 6, 20267 pmWatkins Regional Park 331 Watkins Park Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774Rain DateTuesday, July 7, 20267 pmMeadowside Nature Center5100 Meadowside Ln, Rockville, MD 20855Rain DateWednesday, July 8, 20267 pmNational Harbor Plaza StageNational Harbor Blvd, Oxon Hill, MD 20745Rain Date

National History Day Ice Cream Social
2026-06-14 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
“I scream, you scream, we all scream for…” history and ice cream! Celebrate National History Day and cool off at the College Park Aviation Museum with free scoops for kids generously provided by Flavor of Love Ice Cream Truck. Join educators as history and science come to life with activities and hands-on exploration in the museum gallery.

Limit to one free scoop per child while supplies last.

FREE! No registration required; includes museum admission.

Frolic
2026-06-15 - 2026-08-15
* This exhibition runs Jun. 15–Aug. 15, with a public reception on Sat., Jun. 20 and an artist and curator talk on Sat., Jul. 18. *

Curated by Rashad Ali Muhammad in celebration of Pride Month, Frolic is a bold tribute to queer resilience, creativity, and joy. Featuring C.S. Corbin, Chrys Seawood, Michael P. Jr., Miss Grace David, and Shyama R. Cuver, this exhibition asserts that joy is not just a byproduct of survival—it is a radical act of resistance.

Through collage, sculpture, installation, and digital media, these artists transform adversity into light, affirming that queerness is a driving force for cultural progress, innovation, and healing. Frolic is a celebration of thriving, existing, and creating unapologetically.

Fitness in the Parks - Urban Line Dancing
2026-06-15 08:30 - 09:30
Let your creativity loose on the dance floor! Learn all the latest dances suitable for beginners and seasoned line dancers. Enjoy this great way to exercise, socialize, and energize yourself.

Tai Chi
2026-06-15 09:00 - 10:00
Tai Chi is a gentle way to reduce stress. Practiced for centuries and originally a form of self-defense, this is an ancient art of exercise for balance, stretching, muscle tone, and flexibility. Enjoy the beauty of this gentle, flowing, focused movement fitness routine. You can increase self-confidence, awareness, become empowered for daily activities, and move toward achieving your health goals.

Living Strong
2026-06-15 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-06-17 09:30 - 10:30
Whether you’re a graduate of Fit & Strong! or new to group fitness and would like a challenge, Living Strong is a great way to stay active and build strength in a supportive environment. This class includes strength training, aerobic exercise, balance, flexibility and more, along with goal setting to help you stay motivated and consistent. Come improve your endurance, boost your energy, and keep Living Strong!

Yoga in the Parks
2026-06-15 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-17 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-06-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-18 08:30 - 09:30
Join us for FREE classes in the beautiful outdoors throughout Prince George’s County! Learn basic moves to strengthen your body, increase flexibility, and free your mind.

Fitness in the Parks - Dance Fitness
2026-06-15 18:30 - 19:30
This is not your ordinary hip-hop dance class. Get moving and grooving to upbeat music while your fitness level improves. It’s all fun and all good in this energetic workout. Level: All

Yoga with Meditation
2026-06-16 08:30 - 09:30

Living Strong (Wednesdays)
2026-06-16 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-06-17 09:30 - 10:30

Fit & Strong
2026-06-16 09:30 - 11:00
Are you looking for a class to improve exercise frequency, increase strength, and help with goal setting to promote overall health? Join us for Fit & Strong!, an evidence-based physical activity program that combines aerobics, stretching, balance, strength, endurance exercises, and health education to promote healthy behavior changes. Registration is required.

Yoga in the Parks: Pilates
2026-06-16 18:00 - 19:00
Join us for an outdoor Pilates class designed to strengthen your core, improve flexibility, and enhance overall body alignment. All fitness levels are welcome! Bring a mat and enjoy a refreshing outdoor workout.

Fit & Strong (Tuesdays)
2026-06-16 18:00 - 19:30
Are you looking for a class to improve exercise frequency, increase strength, and help with goal setting to promote overall health? Join us for Fit & Strong, a program that combines aerobics, stretching, balance, strength, endurance exercises, and health education to promote healthy behavior changes.

Fitness in the Parks - AM Sweatshop
2026-06-17 08:00 - 09:00
Join us for this fun, effective cardio workout that combines several different workout methods including aerobics and bodyweight strength training. Enjoy a high-energy group environment as you improve your strength and cardiovascular endurance.

Yoga
2026-06-17 09:30 - 10:30
Stretch toward your fitness goals! Learn basic yoga to improve health and flexibility through deep breathing and controlled stretching. Reduce stress, get better sleep, and build muscle stamina as you practice new or previously learned yoga skills.

How Colonial America Got the Word Out
2026-06-17 10:30 - 11:30
Students will explore the fascinating history of printmaking in the 18th century and its influence on the American Revolution. They will learn how block letters and symbolic icons were used in newspapers, broadsides, and pamphlets. As part of the experience, each student will design their own block print and use it to create personalized note cards to take home. For children ages 6-14. Pre-registration through ParksDirect required. Fee: $10; chaperones free.

Fitness in the Parks - Circuit Workout
2026-06-17 18:00 - 19:00
Shake up your routine with this dynamic Circuit Workout! Move through a series of timed exercises that target strength, cardio, and endurance — perfect for a full-body challenge. Work at your own pace with options for all fitness levels. Please bring a mat or towel.

Help Shape the Future of the Central Avenue Connector Trail – Segment 1
2026-06-17 18:00 - 19:30
Meet the Central Avenue Connector Trail – Segment 1 project team as we finalize the trail design plans and signage/wayfinding color theme.

Thanks to earlier community input, the designs have been updated to improve safety, visibility, accessibility, and create welcoming spaces. Now, we have updated design information to share and would like you to provide some feedback.

Join us to:

Learn about the overall Central Avenue Connector Trail (CACT) program vision

Hear about the project timeline from design to construction for Segment 1

Review updated trail designs, and provide feedback on your preferred trail signage/wayfinding color theme

Share how you hope to use and experience the trail

Connect directly with the project team

REGISTRATION IS OPTIONAL BUT APPRECIATED to ensure adequate seating and materials – RSVP here.

More information about the Central Avenue Connector Trail

Self-Emancipators History
2026-06-18 - 2026-06-21
Please join us as we commemorate Juneteenth with stories of freedom seekers from Marietta, today an historic site, which included the Jackson, Duckett, Brown, and Butler families.

Thursday, June 18-Sunday, June 21, at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm.

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The 45th Annual Invitational Sculpture Exhibition - Artist Talk/Luncheon
2026-06-18 12:00 - 14:00
* This exhibition runs Jun. 12–Aug. 2, with a public reception on Friday, June 12 and an artist talk/luncheon on Thursday, June 18 at noon. *

For 45 years, the Montpelier Arts Center has been proud to showcase the work of sculptors from throughout the region. The 45th annual Invitational Sculpture Exhibition will take place in the Main Gallery. To register for the Artist Talk/Luncheon, please email MontpelierArts@pgparks.com or call 301-377-7800 by Fri., Jun. 5, 2026.

Gather on the Green: Black Music Through Time
2026-06-18 17:00 - 20:00
Celebrate Black Music Month this June at Concord Historic Site! On June 18, join us to celebrate Black Music Month on the green with headlining band Black History.

From work songs to spirituals, from blues to hip-hop, the African American musical tradition has long been rooted in resistance, serving as both soundtrack and catalyst for movements demanding freedom and justice.

As the United States approaches its semiquincentennial, we reflect not only on 250 years of the nation’s history, but on more than 400 years of Black life, creativity, and triumph on these shores.

The June edition of Gather on the Green features a powerful program that uplifts the voices, rhythms, and stories that have shaped generations of Black life and cultural expression.

The Black History band evokes the West African storytelling tradition in a unique musical narrative style coined “griot soul.”

Join us as we celebrate this enduring lyrical legacy and move together toward a more just and liberatory future.

Gather on the Green is a free summer concert series at Concord Historic Site that takes place the third Thursday of each month.

Fitness in the Parks - Zumba
2026-06-18 18:00 - 19:00
Dance your way into fitness with this outdoor Zumba® class! The use of multicultural dance themes create a dynamic and exciting total body fitness routine. Experience Zumba’s benefits to your mood, heart, and dance skills!

Get Fit Mobile: Fitness on the Fly @ Fairwood Park
2026-06-18 18:00 - 19:00
Join our outdoor mobile fitness experience in the scenic parks of Prince George’s County! The Get Fit Mobile unit will supply a range of fitness equipment to create a vibrant workout experience. This class will feature a fusion of body weight, strength, and cardio exercises. All fitness levels welcome! Please bring a mat or towel to class. Ages 13 & up; FREE

Get Fit Mobile: Fitness on the Fly @ Watkins Regional Park
2026-06-18 18:00 - 19:00

Art Exhibit: Rosana Azar, “Portals to Imagination”
2026-06-18 18:00 - 20:00
* This exhibition runs Jun. 8–Aug. 4, with a public reception on Thu., Jun. 18. *

Rosana is an Argentinian artist that explores Surrealism. She sees the universe as a powerful, vivid place of continual transformation, and her works attempt to capture glimpses of it. Every brushstroke, color, and shape gives insight into her heart and is a window to her soul.

This exhibit will be on display at the Publick Playhouse from June 8-Aug 4, 2026, and can be viewed during regular facility hours (M-F, 9 am-5 pm). Please note that exhibits cannot be viewed when a performance or event is in progress. Before viewing an exhibit, please call the Box Office at 301-277-1710 to check the performance schedule.
