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Summer Arts in the Parks Announced by M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County

May 27, 2026
A man and a woman singing into microphones outdoors.

Free outdoor concerts, movies, and performances all summer long

RIVERDALE, Md. – M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County is kicking off Arts in the Parks, an exciting series of free outdoor concerts, movies, and performances happening all summer. These family-friendly events bring music, culture, and community fun to M-NCPPC parks and facilities across Prince George’s County, inviting residents to go outside and enjoy the season.

Upcoming Events 

Voices of Fairwood

June 7, June 28, July 19, 4-6 pm & August 16, 1-6 pm

Fairwood Community Park

12390 Fairwood Parkway, Bowie, MD 20720

This summer’s performances – with R&B, soul, jazz, funk, blues, and more – embrace the multicultural nature of Prince George’s. Each concert highlights and celebrates the cultural impact of African American music on our community. June’s concert celebrates Caribbean American Heritage Month.

Concerts at Cosca

June 18, July 9, July 23, August 13, & August 27

Cosca Regional Park

11000 Thrift Road, Clinton, MD 20735

The summer concert series at Cosca Regional Park offers free outdoor music to the community all summer long. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and spend time in the park with family, friends, and neighbors. Food vendors will be on-site, and all ages are welcome.

Juneteenth Festival

Saturday, June 13, 12 pm – 5 pm

Watkins Regional Park

301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro MD

Bring the whole family for live music, local artists and vendors, history exhibits, kids’ activities, food trucks, and much more! Celebrate freedom, heritage, and community through music, culture, and fun. Feature performances from Rare Essence, Proverbs Reggae Band, Soul in Motion, and Got My Own Sound Band.

Shakespeare in the Parks

June 14- July 5

Throughout parks in Prince George’s & Montgomery County

Enjoy the magic of live theatre in the beauty of the outdoors. This summer’s featured production is As You Like It, one of William Shakespeare’s most delightful comedies. Charming, humorous, and full of heart, As You Like It offers a whimsical celebration of love and laughter perfect for the whole family.

Riversdale Summer Concert Series

May 27, June 10 & June 24,

Riversdale Historic Site and House Museum

4811 Riverdale Road, Riverdale, MD 20737

Relax on the lawn of the historic Riversdale and enjoy live entertainment. Families are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and a picnic dinner.

Gather on the Green

June 18, July 16, August 20

Concord Historic Site & Museum

8000 Walker Mill Road, Capitol Heights, MD 20743

Gather on the Green is a free summer concert series at Concord Historic Site that takes place on the third Thursday of each month. In June, celebrate Black Music Month with the headlining band Black History. You’re invited to the cookout in July for black joy, celebration, and gathering set to the tune of classic cookout songs and line dances. And close out the summer with Go-go on the green, in partnership with the Go-Go Museum & Café, turn up the volume in honor of go-go music.

Drive-in Movies at Prince George’s Stadium

June 12, July 10, August 28, and October 16, gates open at 7 pm

Prince George’s Stadium

4101 Crain Highway, Bowie, MD 20716

Enjoy free drive-in movies at Prince George’s Stadium all summer long. Plus enjoy free snacks, food trucks, games, and more. This year’s lineup brings your favorite movies, including Black Panther, Hoopers, Respect, and Coco.

For a full schedule of dates, times, and locations, visit pgparks.com. Performances are subject to cancellation due to weather emergencies. Be prepared for storms and other emergencies this summer. Stay updated and prepared through PGParks Alert, M-NCPPC’s free weather and emergency notification services.