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Family Farm Tours

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Mindfulness Nature Walk

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The Prince George’s County Fair

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Doggy Dive-In

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Tarmac Tour

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Yoga in the Parks - Autumn Wrap Up

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Gardening for All

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Animal Encounters at Clearwater

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 Fitness in the Parks - Urban Line Dancing

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Fitness in the Parks - PM Sweatshop

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The Maryland Horse & Pony Show

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Fitness in the Parks - AM Sweatshop   

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Fall Concert Series: Bowie State University Choir with Brandon Felder

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History Boat Tour on the Anacostia

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Fitness in the Parks - Run Club

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Get Fit Mobile: Fitness on the Fly (6-week program) 

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Family Campfire

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Fitness in the Parks - Full Body Sculpt: Strength & Conditioning 

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Open Barn

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 Fitness in the Parks - Family Zumba

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Active Aging Week: Expressive Arts Workshop

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Do you wish to express yourself more? Are you looking for inspiration? Join us for this three-hour self-expression workshop. Participants will use prompts to discuss and engage creatively with one another and a life coach. Projects will include combining images and objects into a 3-D creation using pictures, paper, and clear gems.

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Active Aging Week: Moving Wisdom West African Dance

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Active Aging Week: Printing in Clay

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Get your hands dirty working with clay in this immersive workshop. Learn hand-building techniques to create tiles, pinch pots, and more. Then, decorate the surface of your piece by pressing leaves, flowers, and lace into the clay. Show off your resulting creation to your friends and family. Beginners welcome! No experience needed.

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Scott Shane Book Talk

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Rising with the Occasion Lecture Series: Latinos and the Civil War

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Bill Pickett Rodeo Invitational Rodeo

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 The Capital Market Turnip Tour Farmer’s Market

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42nd Annual Choreographer's Showcase Auditions

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Baden Block Party

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Bring your family and friends out for a day of fun at Baden’s Block Party! Enjoy music, games, crafts, entertainment, vendors, and more!

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Click Here For Message Regarding Hispanic Festival 2025

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Capital Challenge Horse Show

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Fall Concert Series: Hispanic Heritage Month

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Dine, Learn & Move: Living Longer, Living Healthier

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Basic Birding 101

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Grab your binoculars or borrow a pair from us and join our park naturalist for a birdwatching adventure! Learn how to identify them by their field marks and see why birdwatching is a beloved hobby worldwide. Come and enjoy the beauty of nature with us!

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Fall Festival at Old Maryland Farm

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Echoes of the Enslaved

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Voices of Fairwood Music Series

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Celebrate Africa Festival

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Guided Nature Hike (18+)

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Maryland Walking Day at Ridgley Rosenwald School

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QR Fit Trail Instructor Led Sessions - Tucker Road Athletic Complex

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Hispanic Heritage Month Free Tour

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Spiritualism at Surratt: A Descent into the Macabre

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Screen on the Green

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QR Fit Trail Instructor Led Sessions - Watkins Regional Park

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The Mind-Gut Connection: Pre + Probiotics Nutrition Workshop

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Stargazing Night

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Yoga & Gratitude Meditation

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Kevin Levi

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Renowned saxophonist Kevin Levi has performed across the U.S. and worldwide for decades, honing his melodic, signature sound. He has appeared alongside luminaries including Wynton Marsalis, Lionel Hampton, Marcus Miller, and Ashanti. His debut solo project, ATONE, is a rich tapestry of original, rhythmically rooted hip hop, R&B, neo-soul, and ballads.

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How to Help in a Crisis

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Hike with a Ranger

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Storytime and Art Workshop

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Community Conversation

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Fiesta de la Familia

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Fiesta De LA Familia

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Learn about Microscopy with the Mount Rainier Nature Center

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Tribute to BB King and Koko Taylor ft. Ms. Zeno The Mojo Queen & Memphis Gold

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Join us for a tribute celebrating the iconic King and Queen of the Blues, Koko Taylor and BB King. Koko Taylor captivated audiences with her raw, powerful vocals. At the same time, BB King is revered as one of the most influential blues musicians ever, dedicating his life to sharing the soulful essence of music. This tribute will feature soul blues legend Ms. Zeno, The Mojo Queen, and Memphis Gold. Ms. Zeno earned her legendary title through her extensive career as a performer on the world-famous Beale Street, and Memphis Gold is a well-known DC-based blues artist. Don’t miss this tribute honoring the finest songs of these blues legends.

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Harvest Festival

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Riversdale Kitchen Guild: Harvest Festival

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Zombie Chase

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2025 Washington International Horse Show

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Patuxent Rural Life Museum Tour & Hike

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Dine, Learn & Move: Break-Free: Taking Care of Your Bone and Joint Health

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Spooky Movie Night on the Patuxent River

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Sunday Stroll: Nature Walk

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Lunchtime Listening with Sendy Brown, Vocals   

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Enjoy your lunch with the soulful magic of Sendy Brown. With a stunning voice and magnetic presence, the Upper Marlboro native captivates audiences from the first note. Rooted in gospel, jazz, R&B, and pop, her music blends authentic soul and improvisational creativity, making every performance unforgettable. A Howard University alumna, Sendy honed her craft in D.C.’s jazz scene before releasing her acclaimed debut album, Secrets of the Soul. Passionate and dynamic, she pours heart and soul into every song. Backed by top-tier musicians, Sendy delivers more than music—she creates an experience. Don’t miss your chance to witness this extraordinary local talent live!
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 Healthy Swaps for Holiday Favorites Cooking Demonstration 

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Sly & The Family Stone Tribute with Gold Soul Movement (Platinum)

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Join us for a live tribute to Sly & The Family Stone, the iconic American funk band from the 1960s and 70s, renowned for their significant role in shaping the genres of funk, soul, R&B, and rock music. Their impact can still be felt in modern American funk, pop, soul, R&B, and hip-hop. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993, they are celebrated as the 43rd most outstanding artist of all time by Rolling Stone. Enjoy classic hits like “I Want to Take You Higher,” “Everyday People,” and “Dance to the Music.” The Gold Soul Movement is a collective of DMV-based artists celebrating soul music’s timeless, genre-blending power, and they guarantee to have you dancing in your seat!

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2025 Senior Veterans Celebration

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Film Screening: Exhibiting Forgiveness (2024)

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Written and directed by Titus Kaphar, this film follows a Black artist named Tarrell, an admired American painter on the path to success. Tarrell’s artwork excavates beauty from the anguish of his youth, keeping past wounds at bay. His path to success is derailed by an unexpected visit from his estranged father, a conscience-stricken man desperate to reconcile. In this raw and profoundly moving film, Tarrell and his father learn that forgetting might be a greater challenge than forgiving. Note: Veterans FREE at the door with military ID.
Rated R | Run time: 1h 57m

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Lady Mary and the InDaHouse Band

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Music veteran Lady Mary is a powerful R&B, southern soul, Motown, and oldies singer whose stage presence and infectious personality grab the audience’s attention. After 25 years of performing with artists such as The Temptations, The Intruders, Betty Wright, Gwen McCrae, Clarence Carter, and more, she formed her band, the InDaHouse Band.

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Diabetes-Friendly Holiday Desserts Cooking Demonstration 

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Holiday Eating Strategies Nutrition Workshop 

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Dine, Learn & Move: Understanding Diabetes

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Trot for a Turkey

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26th Annual Gingerbread House Contest and Show

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Join the tradition and visit the Gingerbread House Contest and Show held at Darnall’s Chance House Museum. See a dazzling display of gingerbread creations that reflect the rich history and vibrant culture of Prince George’s County, Maryland. This year’s entries will celebrate the local landmarks, architecture, stories, and traditions that showcase the unique heritage of Prince George’s County.

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Winter Holiday Celebration

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Lunchtime Lecture: Carter G. Woodson turns 150

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Veronneau

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Celebrate the holiday season with the spirited sounds of Veronneau, featuring Quebecoise vocalist Lynn Veronneau and British guitarist Ken Avis. The award-winning husband-and-wife duo presents seasonal tunes, including “Santa Baby,” “Winter Wonderland,” and other favorites, mixed with a few classic songs from their jazz and bossa nova repertoire.

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Holidays in Harmony: Motown & Soul Holiday Classics

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Returning by popular demand! Enjoy a holiday-themed concert with the soulful music of Motown. The unforgettable tunes from legendary artists such as The Temptations, The Jackson 5, and more will have you dancing in your seat and singing along with the BRENCORE ALL STARS. Gather your friends and secure your tickets early—this show sells out quickly every year!

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Lunchtime Listening with Just the 2 of Us   

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Looking for an afternoon of soulful, high-energy music? Sit back, relax, and let Ken & Sebrina Morris take you on an unforgettable journey through jazz, R&B, and gospel. With over 20 years of captivating performances, Sebrina’s powerful vocals and Ken’s soulful saxophone create a musical experience that moves and inspires. Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic—catch Ken & Sebrina live and let the music take you away!

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A Question of Right: Seizing Freedom and the War of 1812

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Lunchtime Listening with Muneer Nasser, Trumpet

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Celebrate Black History Month with the soulful fusion of Memphis blues, New York fire, and D.C. flavor with the Muneer Nasser Quintet. A master trumpeter, composer, and jazz historian, Nasser brings his deep-rooted passion for jazz to the stage. His latest album, Blue House Session, is a vibrant mix of blues, Afro-Caribbean rhythms, and timeless jazz energy. Celebrate Black History Month with an electrifying performance that honors the past while igniting the future of jazz. Don’t miss this unforgettable afternoon of music. Celebrate history. Experience the music.

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Lunchtime Lecture, Historical D.C. Black School

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Film Screening: Becoming Thurgood

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Join us for an inspiring journey through the life of Thurgood Marshall, the legendary Supreme Court Justice and Civil Rights icon. The film traces his path from Howard and Lincoln Universities to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund and ultimately to the nation’s highest court. Directed by Norfolk State graduate Alexis Aggrey and co-executive produced by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Stanley Nelson, this new feature film will debut in 2025 with a special screening at Publick Playhouse. Don’t miss this compelling story of resilience and justice, brought to life by acclaimed filmmakers. Note: reservations strongly recommended due to limited seating.
This film is not yet rated; Run Time: 1 hour

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Tribute to Frankie Beverly with We Are One X-Perience (Platinum)

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A live tribute to American singer and songwriter Frankie Beverly. He was best known for his recordings with the soul and funk band Maze and was a consistent hitmaker on the R&B charts for almost 50 years. His music is known for its authenticity and emotional depth. This concert highlights the early years of Maze and the transition to Maze featuring Frankie Beverly. We Are One X-Perience performs all the hit songs that everyone knows and loves, including: “Back in Stride,” “Too Many Games,” “Can’t Get Over You,” “Before I Let Go, Running Away,” and many more. They pride themselves on giving the audience an incredibly high-energy performance each time they take the stage.

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Black History Month Program: The American Revolution and the Fate of the World

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Lunchtime Listening with Carly Harvey, vocals, Guitar

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Celebrate Women’s History Month and Mardi Gras with D.C.’s Queen of Blues. Join seven-time WAMMIE Award nominee Carly Harvey for a powerful afternoon of music, history, and soul! Known as “D.C.’s Queen of Blues,” Carly blends blues, jazz, soul, and Americana, channeling legends like Etta James, Bonnie Raitt, and Nina Simone. As an African American and Native American artist, she explores the deep connections between blues and Indigenous music, bringing a fresh and dynamic perspective to the stage. Don’t miss this electrifying celebration of culture, heritage, and the spirit of Mardi Gras!

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Film Screening: All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt (2023)

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One of the most visually striking, profoundly moving American moviemaking debuts in years, Raven Jackson’s All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt is an arresting immersion into a young woman’s inner world, filmed and edited with an extraordinary tactility and attention to the tiniest detail. This impressionistic journey skips through decades to tell the story of Mack, whose upbringing in rural Mississippi is touched by grace, dotted with heartbreak, and always carried aloft by the surrounding natural beauty. It’s a haunting and richly layered portrait, a beautiful ode to the generations of people and places that shape us.
Rated PG | Run time: 1h 32m

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Ignatius and Friends

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Legendary musician and Washington, D.C., native Ignatius is an artist, songwriter, vocalist, music producer, and renowned drummer whose musical journey spans five decades — and counting! The former lead vocalist of the internationally known funk band Heatwave has also performed with The Stylistics, The Delfonics, RCA recording group Destiny, and The Voices Tribute to Motown.

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Lunchtime Listening with Kevin Levi, Saxophone

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Get ready for an afternoon of electrifying music as Kevin Levi takes the stage, blending hip-hop, R&B, neo-soul, and ballads with his signature rich and melodic saxophone sound. With over two decades as one of the most sought-after musicians on both coasts, Kevin brings an unforgettable performance that moves the soul and ignites the spirit. Now touring with his groundbreaking new album, ATONE, Kevin pushes creative boundaries with a fresh, rhythmically rooted sound, inspiring a new generation of saxophonists. Don’t miss your chance to witness this masterful musician live—feel the rhythm, embrace the soul, and experience the magic of Kevin Levi!

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Kevin Howard

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National recording artist Kevin Howard is an award-winning keyboardist, writer, composer, and producer. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, he was named Jazz Artist of the Year in 2018 by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. He and his band of world-class musicians will tantalize and delight you with their energy, charisma, and smooth, dynamic sounds.

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Dallas Black Dance Theatre (Platinum)

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Lunchtime Listening with Tomika Arnold, Vocals 

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Back by popular demand, celebrated vocalist Tomika Arnold has been hailed for her captivating and powerful voice. Ms. Arnold has shared the stage with music giants such as Michael Jackson, Sting, Bon Jovi, Beyonce, CeCe Winans, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, and Gloria Estefan. She has sung for three U.S. Presidents: President George W. Bush, President William Clinton, and the inauguration of President Barack Obama. A true powerhouse vocalist, this performance, including gospel, jazz, R&B, and everything in between, is not to be missed!

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Tribute to Roberta Flack (Platinum)

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Hailed as one of the greatest songstresses of our time, GRAMMY Award-winning Roberta Flack remains unparalleled in her ability to tell a story through her music. Her songs bring insight into our lives, love, culture, and politics, while effortlessly traversing a broad musical landscape from pop to soul to folk to jazz. Following her passing in February 2025, this tribute concert will honor her life and legacy by showcasing some of her most cherished music, thoughtfully curated by musical director and Roberta Flack band alumnus Daryl L.A. Hunt.

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Film Screening: Grandpa Was an Emperor (2021)

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This documentary follows Yeshi Kassa, great-granddaughter of Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia, as she embarks on a personal quest to discover what happened to her closest relatives during the coup of 1974. While Yeshi and her older sister were thousands of miles away in a British boarding school, her great-grandfather was deposed by a revolution, setting off a harrowing chain of events that would put her parents and siblings in grave danger. For the first time, the royal family examines the events that led to the collapse of a 3,000-year-old dynasty and reflects on how, against all odds, they survived this turbulent time in Ethiopian history.
Not Rated | Run time: 1h 30m

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Heavenly Blessed

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Male a cappella group Heavenly Blessed was formed in Baltimore 28 years ago. The five members blend their voices in perfect harmony to perform gospel-style music that will have you clapping your hands. The group’s current lineup features original founding member Elijah Williams, Larry Chew, Reggie Thomas, Sterling Finch, and Walter Davies.

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International Dance Experience

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Dancers representing countries from across the globe get together to showcase their talent in this interactive and immersive dance experience. Enjoy a live DJ spinning the latest international dance tracks and learning a few new moves to celebrate diversity in our community.

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Lunchtime Listening with Sweet Storm  

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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.

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Miss Gayle’s Clean Comedy

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Hailed as bright, energetic, absolutely captivating, and outrageously funny, Miss Gayle will keep an audience in stitches. She is an explosively talented individual who lights up the stage for sold-out audiences nationwide. Since the age of six, people have demanded amusement from the comedienne, actress, and entertainer who successfully lifted their spirits. Miss Gayle can put life in perspective through her down-home humor.

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Bladensburg Waterfront Park Community Day

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