Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD

Watkins Park Farmers Market
2026-08-01 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-08 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-15 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-22 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-29 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
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

Caboose Birthday Open Tours
2026-08-06 19:30
Join us in celebrating 100 years of the 1926 B&O Caboose! Take a special tour of the 1926 B&O Caboose exhibit and imagine riding the rails while hearing stories about railroad history.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Summer Movie Nights
2026-08-07 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-14 18:00 - 21:00
Enjoy a movie in the park under the stars! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, get comfortable, and enjoy a relaxing evening with FREE popcorn for all attendees.

Now Playing:

The Wiz

June 26, 2026, 7-9 pm

Cosca Regional Park

Love & Basketball

July 31, 2026, 7-9 pm

Walker Mill Regional Park

*Adult Movie Night*

Summer Movies & “Come Out & Play”

Enjoy a summer movie plus yard games, a skate mobile, music, and a FREE cold treat for the first 150 participants.

Trolls World Tour

July 17, 2026, 6-9 pm

Accokeek Park

Zootopia 2

August 7, 2026, 6-9 pm

Birchwood City Park Building

Goat

August 14, 2026, 6-9 pm

Millwood Park Building

For more information, contact 301-203-6013 or nateia.templeton@pgparks.com.

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Sensory-Friendly Days in Nature
2026-08-08 10:30
Beat the crowd and visit the Nature Center off-hours for a special, self-paced program for those with sensory processing differences. Each sensory-friendly day will feature a “touch table” of animal artifacts, access to sensory play bins and fidget toys, and a fun, easy craft.

Magical Movie Singalong Boat Tour
2026-08-08 10:45, 2026-08-08 12:45
Families! Sing along with your favorite magical movie songs as you cruise down the beautiful Anacostia River. It’ll be the happiest boat tour on earth!
All children must be accompanied by at least one registered adult participant.

Animal Encounters
2026-08-09 13:45
Get up close with reptiles, amphibians, and birds of prey in this exciting, hands-on animal experience! Join us at Clearwater Nature Center to meet our resident animal ambassadors and discover what makes each species unique. Through fun, interactive learning, you’ll explore how animals survive in the wild, why their habitats matter, and how we can all help protect the planet they call home. Great for families, nature lovers, and curious minds of all ages!

All participants must be registered through ParksDirect. Note that the program may be canceled if there are insufficient registrations.

Senior Boat Tour
2026-08-10 12:30
Board a pontoon boat for a quiet, cruise on one of Prince George’s County’s beautiful rivers. Seniors! Bring your lunch aboard our scenic boat tour along the Anacostia River!

She's Outdoors: Gardens & Plants
2026-08-12 19:30
Get back to nature on a guided walk with a naturalist as you explore native plants, learn about local wildlife, and discover the ecological connections that support a healthy environment while improving your well-being. Part of the She’s Outdoors program, this experience invites women to confidently enjoy the outdoors while exploring the unique gardens, groves, and flora at Bladensburg Waterfront Park.

Live Jazz Boat Tour
2026-08-14 20:00
Back by popular demand! Glide down the river for an evening of unforgettable music as a live jazz saxophonist fills the air with smooth melodies while you enjoy light refreshments and the calm, scenic atmosphere of nature. Space is limited and registration is required.

Basic Birding 101
2026-08-15 10:30
Grab your binoculars, or borrow a pair from us, and join our naturalist for a birdwatching adventure.

Great for curious people new to birding!

Cycling Seniors Club Ride
2026-08-19 11:30
Join Park Rangers and the Cycling Seniors Cycle Club to explore Prince George’s County trails on a ride open to residents ages 60 and better.

This approximately 18-mile round trip ride begins at Bladensburg Waterfront Park and follows the Paint Branch Trail around College Park and Lake Artemesia, past the University of Maryland and Paint Branch Golf to Cherry Hill Park, with an optional extension to Beltsville Community Center for added challenge.

Please bring your own bicycle and helmet!

Summer Evening Kayak Tour
2026-08-19 20:00
Take in a beautiful summer evening on the Anacostia River! Choose a kayak or canoe on a guided, interpretive paddling tour to various sites on the river.

– This is a moderate pace tour.
– Must have kayaking experience to stay with the group.
– Life jackets, paddles, and boats are provided.
– Participants ages 11–15 must be accompanied by a registered adult
– Tandem kayaks available.
– Bring a dry bring for your keys and phone, or you may rent one from the park.

Battle of Bladensburg Boat Tour
2026-08-20 12:45, 2026-08-22 10:45
Board our pontoon boat on the Anacostia and hear a historian tell unique stories of the Battle of Bladensburg within the context of the War of 1812. Cruise down the Anacostia River and take in the sights and sounds of nature.

History Community Day Series
2026-08-22 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-29 11:00 - 14:00
Commemorate America 250 and discover the history in your own backyard!

M-NCPPC invites you to free Community Days at historic sites and museums throughout Prince George’s County. Explore local stories, meet community partners, and experience the people and places that make our county’s history so unique.

You can also get your Pastport to History stamped on Community Days!

Community days are held on Saturdays from 11 am to 2 pm. Find the historic site near you, pack a picnic lunch, bring your people, and enjoy free activities designed for all ages!

FREE activities include:

Guided & self-guided museum tours

Exhibition openings

Scavenger hunts

Hands-on workshops

Community portrait gallery

Cooking demos

Arts and crafts

Storytelling

Giveaways (while supplies last!)

Event schedule:

August 22, 2026, 11 am-2 pm

Surratt Historic Site & Museum (Clinton)

August 29, 2026, 11 am-2 pm

Montpelier Historic Site & Museum (Laurel)

September 12, 2026, 11 am-2 pm

College Park Aviation Museum (College Park)

September 19, 2026, 11 am-2 pm

Darnall’s Chance Historic Site & Museum (Upper Marlboro)

Riversdale Historic Site & Museum (Riverdale Park)

September 26, 2026, 11 am-2 pm

Marietta Historic Site & Museum (Glenn Dale)

Great American Camp Out 2026
2026-08-22 14:00 - 2026-08-23 10:00
Do you want to go camping, but don’t know where to begin? Designed for first time campers, this event gives families the opportunity to learn basic camping skills and connect with nature.

This event starts at 12:00pm on August 22 and ends at 2:00pm on August 23, 2026

Seniors: Cattail Mat Weaving Workshop
2026-08-24 12:00
Seniors! You’re invited to learn about the versatile cattail plant and its historical uses as you craft a sitting mat or hanging framed mat.

Family Discovery Hike
2026-08-29 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.

Learn to Kayak!
2026-08-29 13:00
Learn kayak paddling skills from a certified instructor on the Anacostia River.

• Boats, paddles, and life jackets provided.
• Persons under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Wear shoes that can get wet.
• Contact the offering facility for details.
• Children ages 11-15 must be accompanied by a registered adult participant.
• Dress for the weather.

Fishing Trip
2026-08-30 11:30
Learn about casting, handling fish, fishing safety, and fish biology in this beginner‑friendly program while enjoying a morning of fishing on the Anacostia River from a pontoon boat.

• Rods and bait are provided (or you may bring your own).
• Children under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult participant.
• This program is weather-dependent.
