Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD

Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series Disability and the Civil War
2026-07-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join the Surratt Historic Site & Museum for two virtual conversations on how different groups of people bravely participated in the Civil War and events leading up to it. Each virtual presentation will focus on a specific group of people and will offer deeper insights into nationally significant events and highlight locals who participated in them. The lectures are free, but registration is required.

Part 1: Thursday, July 9, 12 noon-1 pm

Part 2: Thursday, July 23, 12 noon-1 pm

Fitness in the Parks - Zumba
2026-07-23 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
2026-07-23 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
2026-07-23 18:00 - 19:00

Fit & Strong (Thursdays)
2026-07-23 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.

Summer Concerts at Cosca
2026-07-23 18:00 - 20:00
The Southern Recreation and Leisure Services Division of the Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, is proud to announce the return of the Summer Concerts at Cosca series! This beloved summer tradition has become a favorite among the county’s annual performing arts events.

This year’s performances – featuring R&B, reggae, soul, funk, go-go, and more – highlight local talent and bring the community together for an evening of great music, fun, and relaxation. Concerts are FREE, and all ages are welcome!

In the event of inclement weather, concerts will be held at the John Addison Concert Hall at Harmony Hall Regional Center (10701 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, MD)

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PerformersSponsorsFAQs
Performers
Thursday June 18, 2026, 6-8 pmCelebrating Caribbean American Heritage Month

Nu30X Caribbean Soul

Nu30X Caribbean Soul Experience delivers high-energy live performances blending reggae, R&B, funk-rock, Afrobeat, pop, hip-hop, Creole, and jazz. Fronted by powerhouse vocalists Micheline Reid (“Haitian Barbie”) and Dana Parker (“The R&B Rocka”), the band brings dynamic vocals, infectious rhythms, and engaging stage presence that keep audiences dancing. Perfect for festivals, concerts, and special events, Nu30X creates a vibrant, feel-good experience that leaves lasting impressions.

Thursday, July 9, 2026, 6-8 pm

Band of Roses

Band of Roses is a powerhouse all-female ensemble known for delivering a high-energy fusion of jazz, soul, funk, and R&B. Originally assembled in 2012 for a one-time performance, overwhelming audience demand led to the group’s official relaunch in 2015. Since then, Band of Roses has grown into one of the DMV’s most sought-after live bands, earning a reputation for exceptional musicianship, commanding vocals, and an electrifying stage presence.

Thursday, July 23, 2026, 6-8 pm

Faycez U Know

Faycez U Know is a high-energy soul and funk band from the Washington, D.C., (DMV) area, blending classic showmanship with the unmistakable groove of go-go. Known for their dynamic performances and versatile sound, they’ve shared the stage with artists like Method Man, Fantasia, Chuck Brown, and Raheem DeVaughn. A Faycez U Know show is an electrifying experience that keeps audiences moving from start to finish.

Thursday, August 13, 2026, 6-8 pm

The Tribe Band

The Tribe Band was formed in the early 2010s by drummer and percussionist Larry Darnell Simpson, debuting with their gospel CD Trouble Don’t Last Always. With the addition of Stanley Johnson and Johnny Matthews, the group expanded its sound to include a wide range of styles—from gospel and blues to smooth jazz, funk, R&B, soul, Motown, Southern soul, and neo-soul. Known for their versatility and crowd-pleasing performances, The Tribe Band delivers a dynamic musical experience that blends classic and contemporary sounds.

Thursday, August 27, 2026, 6-8 pm

Another Day Band

Another Day Band is a dynamic, DMV-based group blending old-school funk with modern R&B and neo-soul. Known for high-energy performances and rich vocals, they deliver crowd-pleasing sets spanning artists from Marvin Gaye to Maxwell—bringing “The best of smooth jazz, hot R&B, and neo-soul” to every stage.

Sponsors
Many thanks to our generous sponsors who help make these events possible!

FAQs
Is there a parking fee? No, parking is FREE! Is there seating? Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair, a blanket, or something to sit on, along with something to create shade such as a covered chair. We recommend wearing hats, cool clothing, and bringing fans to beat the heat. Don’t forget sunscreen! Is smoking permitted since the event is outdoors? No, smoking is not permitted. All outdoor parks in Prince George’s County with the Department of Parks and Recreation are smoke-free to promote a healthy environment for everyone. You can read more about it here. Can I bring a pet? Pets are not allowed at the concerts. Registered service animals, however, are permitted. Are these concerts accessible? All events will have accessibly parking (with proper state-issued vehicle credentials). If you’re planning to attend one of these events and you need specific accommodation, please reach out to our access team at Program.Access@pgparks.com or call the Program Access Office at 301-249-7200; Maryland Relay 7-1-1. Can I bring my own food? Yes, you are welcome to bring your own cooler with drinks and food. You will also be able to purchase food from a food truck vendor. Guests are encouraged to bring water, especially on hot days! Will ATMs be available for cash withdrawal? No, ATMs are not available on-site. Is this event suitable for children? The music selection primarily appeals to the 50+ community, but all are welcome to attend. Where is the Lost & Found? The Lost & Found will be located at the Info Tent near the restrooms.

Concerts in the Park
2026-07-23 19:00 - 21:30
Concerts in the Park are back at Watkins Regional Park.Join us for amazing sounds under the summer sun!

Concert DatesJuly 9: The TribeJuly 16: I&I RiddimJuly 23: Ryan Forrester BandJuly 30: Groovespot Band

Balance & Stretch
2026-07-24 08:30 - 09:30
Improve your balance, mobility, and flexibility with this beginner-friendly workout! Learn how to properly stretch your muscles to experience enhanced functionality and quality of life. Please bring a mat or towel to class.

Living Strong (Fridays)
2026-07-24 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!

Fitness: The Vixen Workout
2026-07-24 19:00 - 20:00
Bring out your inner vixen! Relieve stress and feel inspired as you let loose to the tune of popular sings. Tone your physique, strengthen your core, and condition your way to the dancer’s body of your dreams! All genders and dance levels are encouraged to participate.

Movies in the Park
2026-07-24 18:00 - 20:30
Join us at Watkins Regional Park for our Movies in the Park series! We have an amazing movie line up this year and can’t wait to enjoy the summer with you.

Movie Dates:June 19: * Juneteenth Film*June 26: Zootopia 2July 10: Shark TaleJuly 17: Jurassic World RebirthJuly 24: The Princess DiariesJuly 31: GOAT

Community Center Teen Nights
2026-07-24 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-25 19:00 - 22:00
Teen nights are held at 46 participating locations across Prince George’s County. Find one near you!

LocationTeen Night DaysHoursTeens/Pre-TeensBaden Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeensBeltsville Community CenterFri year-round; Fri & Sat from Sep.-Jun.7-10 pmTeensBerwyn Heights Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeensBladensburg Community CenterFri & Sat7-10 pmTeensBowie Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeensCedar Heights Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeensCollege Park Youth Services CenterFri6-9 pmTeensColumbia Park Community CenterFri6-9 pmPre-TeensDeerfield Run Community CenterFri year-round; Fri & Sat from Jun.-Sep.7-10 pmTeensFort Washington Forest Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeensGlassmanor Community CenterFri & Sat year-round; Mon-Sat in summer (Jun. 29-Aug. 7) 7-10 pm year-round; 9 pm-12 midnight in summer TeensGlenarden Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeensGlenn Dale Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeensGood Luck Community Center CLOSED7-10 pmTeensHarmony Hall Regional CenterFri7-10 pmTeensHillcrest Heights Community CenterFri & Sat year-round; Tue, Thu, & Sat in summer (Jun. 29-Aug. 7) 7-10 pm year-round; 9 pm-12 midnight in summerTeensHuntington Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeensIndian Queen Recreation CenterFri7-10 pmTeensJohn E. Howard Community CenterFri year-round; Fri & Sat in summer (Jun. 29-Aug. 7)7-10 pm year-round; 9 pm-12 midnight in summerTeensKentland Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeensLake Arbor Community CenterFri & Sat7-10 pmTeensLakeland College Park Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeensLangley Park Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeens & Pre-TeensLargo / Kettering / Perrywood Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeensMarlow Heights Community CenterFri year-round; Mon-Sat in summer (Jun. 29-Aug. 7)7-10 pm year-round; 9 pm-12 midnight in summerTeensNorth Brentwood Community CenterFri & Sat7-10 pmTeens & Pre-TeensNorth Forestville Community CenterFri year-round; Mon-Fri in summer (Jun. 29-Aug. 7)7-10 pm year-round; 9 pm-12 midnight in summerTeensOakcrest Community CenterFri year-round; Mon-Thu in summer (Jun. 29-Aug. 7)7-10 pm year-round; 9 pm-12 midnight in summerTeens year-round; Young Adults (18-24) in summerPalmer Park Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeensPatuxent Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeensPeppermill Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeensPotomac Landing Community CenterFri & Sat year-round; Wed-Sat in summer (Jun. 29-Aug. 7)7-10 pm year-round; 9 pm-12 midnight in summerTeensPrince George’s Plaza Community CenterFri & Sat7-10 pmTeensRollingcrest Chillum Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeens & Pre-TeensSeat Pleasant Activity CenterFri & Sat7-10 pmTeens & Pre-TeensSouth Bowie Community CenterFri & Sat6-9 pmFri – Pre-Teens; Saturday – TeensSouthern Area Aquatic and Recreation ComplexFri & Sat7-10 pmTeensSouthern Regional Technology and Recreation ComplexFri & Sat7-10 pmTeensStephen Decatur Community CenterFri & Sat year-round; Mon, Wed, & Fri in summer (Jun. 29-Aug. 7)7-10 pm year-round; 9 pm-12 midnight in summerTeensSuitland Community CenterFri & Sat year-round; Wed-Sat in summer (Jun. 29-Aug. 7)7-10 pm year-round; 9 pm-12 midnight in summerTeensTemple Hills Community CenterFri year-round; Tue-Fri in summer (Jun. 29-Aug. 7)7-10 pm year-round; 9 pm-12 midnight in summerTeensTucker Road Community CenterFri & Sat7-10 pmTeensUpper Marlboro Community CenterFri & Sat year-round; Thu-Sat in summer (Jun. 29-Aug. 7)7-10 pm year-round; 9 pm-12 midnight in summerTeensVansville Community CenterFri7-10 pmTeensWestphalia Community CenterFri & Sat year-round; Thu-Sat in summer (Jun. 29-Aug. 7)7-10 pm year-round; 9 pm-12 midnight in summerTeensWilliam Beanes Community CenterFri & Sat7-10 pmTeens

Fitness in the Parks - Full Body Sculpt: Strength & Conditioning
2026-07-25 08:00 - 09:00
Join us for an energetic, outdoor fitness class that is designed to engage and strengthen every major muscle group. This workout program integrates body weight exercises, cardiovascular endurance, and functional movements which help with the development of lean muscle and improved mobility, with the accountability and support of group training.

Yoga in the Parks
2026-07-25 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-07-25 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-07-27 18:00 - 19:00
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.

Glenn Dale Lacrosse Mixed Ages
2026-07-25 10:00 - 12:00
Lacrosse is a fast growing sport in the U.S. Don’t miss this action-packed opportunity to learn this exciting activity. Register to master basic scooping, throwing, and catching. Grasp offensive and defensive techniques.

Ages 6-13, 10-11 am

Ages 12-17, 11 am-12 noon

(Twelve- and 13-year-olds may choose to register for either the younger or the older age group.)

Watkins Park Farmers Market
2026-07-25 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

Fitness in the Parks - Family Zumba
2026-07-25 10:30 - 11:30
Dance your way into fitness with a family Zumba® class! This class brings together all members of your family for fun and easy-to-follow dance moves to upbeat music.

STEAM Hour
2026-07-25 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-26 10:30 - 11:30
Join our educators at this hands-on activity table where creativity takes flight! Perfect for budding engineers and aviation enthusiasts, this interactive program allows visitors to design and build their own creations. Whether you’re constructing airplanes, airports, or inventing something entirely new, Saturday STEAM Hour encourages you to dream big and bring your ideas to life. Drop in anytime during the hour for an opportunity to explore the wonders of aviation through play. This program is ideal for learners ages six to twelve and is FREE. No registration required.

Runway Rhythms Summer Music Series: The Hyattsville Jazz Collective Trio
2026-07-25 11:00 - 12:00
Soak up the sounds of summer as local musicians bring the museum courtyard to life! Pack a picnic, spread out on a blanket or lawn chair, and enjoy great tunes and snappy beats. Rotating food trucks will be on-site with tasty bites for purchase. Sponsored in part by Riverdale Park Arts and the Field of Firsts Foundation. FREE! No registration required; includes museum admission.

The Hyattsville Jazz Collective Trio delivers a high-octane exploration of the classic saxophone-bass-drums format. By stripping away the traditional safety net of piano or guitar, the ensemble leans into a “pianoless” setting that demands total harmonic freedom and unflinching accountability. It is a musical high-wire act where every note is exposed, and every decision is felt.

Featuring Mike Cemprola (saxophone), Ben Thomas (bass), and Kevin McDonald (drums), the trio pays homage to the titans who mastered this lean instrumentation — giants like Sonny Rollins, Joe Henderson, and John Coltrane. Their program seamlessly weaves original compositions with iconic arrangements, celebrating the raw, conversational power of jazz in its most essential form.

Crab Feast Live: Beats, Bands, & Bushels
2026-07-25 16:00 - 20:00
Dive into an unforgettable day filled with crabs, BBQ-style food, delicious sides, refreshing drinks, and nonstop vibes. Enjoy music by a live band and DJ. This is the feast-and-festival combo you’ve been waiting for! Bring your appetite, bring your crew, and get ready to crack, dance, and celebrate all day long.

Note: Only clear “stadium” style bags and small “clutch” style purses will be allowed in.

Don’t miss out—save big when you buy early! Tickets are available online at Universe.com or at The Show Place Arena box office.

For more information, call 301-952-7900 or email ShowPlaceArena@pgparks.com

Washington Sculptors Group: Sculpture NOW 2026
2026-07-27 - 2026-09-05
Sculpture NOW 2026 is an annual, non-thematic exhibition of new works by members of the Washington Sculptors Group. This juried group shows features artworks completed within the last two years. The Washington Sculptors Group (WSG) is a volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting awareness of sculpture and fostering exchanges among sculptors, sculpture enthusiasts, and the public. Organized in 1984, membership has grown to over 400; WSG sponsors frequent public programs and organizes professional sculpture exhibitions juried by prominent curators.

Fitness in the Parks - Urban Line Dancing
2026-07-27 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
2026-07-27 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
2026-07-27 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!

Maria Santiago: Designing Through the Geometry
2026-07-27 10:00 - 2026-09-05 16:00
Designing through the Geometry comprises two series, Jupiter Background in Black and Time, by Argentinian artist Maria Santiago. Time is invisible. The Past-Present-Future is one with constant movement: yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Time transforms into small movements or changes. Time is magic. The artist focuses on color and time, where everything is always moving and everything changes. However, the background is completely quiet, and the shapes are only inside the circle as time passes. This mixed-media show focuses on what it means to explore texture and bright colors against geometric shapes.

Fitness in the Parks - Dance Fitness
2026-07-27 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
