Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD

Artists on the Rise: Juried Teen Exhibition
2026-03-12 10:00 - 2026-04-11 17:00 (America/New_York)
* This exhibition runs Mar. 12–Apr. 11, with a public reception and awards ceremony on Sat., Mar. 21. *

Montpelier Arts Center strives to foster a positive, creative environment where young and emerging artists realize their full potential. Now in its 14th year, this annual exhibition spotlights the talents of visual artists ages 13-19 from the Washington, D.C., area. The juror awards prizes based on artistic excellence, with cash prizes for first, second, and third place. Beginning in winter 2025, interested teens may submit work online for consideration at MontpelierArtsCenter.submittable.com.

Amanda Spaid: Locals
2026-03-12 10:00 - 2026-05-02 17:00
* This exhibition runs Mar. 12–May 2, with a public reception on Sat., Mar. 14. *

Amanda Spaid turned her focus to hyper-local subjects, creating detailed drawings of birds found throughout the D.C. area. By slowing down and closely observing the natural life unfolding in our own backyards, she invites viewers to reconsider their relationship with the places they inhabit. Her work encourages thoughtful stewardship of local ecosystems, inspiring decisions that benefit all who share them, from humans to birds alike.

Chesapeake Woodturners Exhibition
2026-03-13 10:00 - 2026-04-25 04:00
This exhibition is only open Thursdays-Sundays each week. It is closed on Mondays-Wednesdays

From the marvelous natural wood patterns to the mastery of different finishes, the Chesapeake Woodturner’s (CW) artists will have you asking, “how do they do that?” Since 2001, CW artists have showcased their outstanding techniques of turning wood into amazing sculptures and exquisite vessels. Some pieces on display will be available for purchase.

Chris Kirages: Making the World a Better Plate
2026-03-14 10:00 - 2026-04-12 17:00
* This exhibition runs Mar. 14–Apr. 12, with a public reception on Sat., Mar. 14. *

This exhibit consists of two dinnerware designs that are distinctly different. They are both stoneware and made for everyday use in a light and dark clay body with a variety of glazes. The Cafe is a heavy rimmed everyday plate that can take rough use. Think blue plate special at lunch hour in a busy diner. Terra is a sleeker, everyday dinnerware. Think good food with good friends, casual and elegant.

Ju Yun: Where You Belong
2026-03-23 - 2026-05-02
* This exhibition runs Mar. 23–May 2, with a public reception on Sat., Mar. 28. *

South Korean artist Ju Yun navigates the tension between two contrasting worlds. Transitioning from traditional Korean art to fully contemporary subjects and techniques, Yun embraces the space in between. Through layered compositions of polymer clay and found objects, their mask projects explore themes of hybrid identity—transforming existing forms into something new, reshaping meaning, and influencing others.

Kimberly Margioni: Fluid Nature
2026-03-23 - 2026-05-02
* This exhibition runs Mar. 23–May 2, with a public reception on Sat., Mar. 28. *

Kimberly Margioni’s work explores the delicate balance between nature, emotion, and cultural heritage. Drawing inspiration from the world around her—the vibrant landscapes or the quiet beauty of everyday moments—she seeks to capture the essence of life in its raw, unfiltered form. Her creative process is rooted in the belief that art has the power to transcend boundaries and speak directly to the soul. Each piece reflects her travel journey, an invitation to feel deeply and connect with the universal experience of love, resilience, and transformation. As a current naval officer and mechanical engineer, she brings a unique perspective to her art, breaking from the rigidity of her day-to-day to dive into her abstract, fluid, imperfect approach with emotional depth. This creates both structured and fluid works, grounded yet ever evolving.

Art Exhibit: Roxana Rojas-Luzón: Paper Rhapsody
2026-03-23 - 2026-05-17
* This exhibition runs Mar. 23–May 17, with a public reception on Thu., Apr. 2. *

Roxana is a collage artist fascinated by the art of collage. She uses snippets of magazine paper, fabric, photographs, pencil drawings, raw pigments, and anything that enriches the texture and color of her images. Her goal is for each of her art pieces to awaken feelings in the viewer. Consolation, love, festivity, protection, happiness, innocence, and solitude are words that she has heard others use to describe her collages.

This exhibit will be on display at the Publick Playhouse from March 23-May 17, 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.

Spring Break Tours
2026-03-30 - 2026-04-02
Are you looking for something to do during spring break? Stop by for a guided tour of Riversdale Historic Site & Museum’s historic property. Don’t forget to bring your family and friends so they can join in the fun! All kids twelve and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Guided tours are held daily at 12 noon and 2 pm, March 30 through April 2.

Lunchtime Listening with Kevin Levi, Saxophone
2026-04-01 11:00 - 13:00
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!

Beaks, Feet, & Feathers Boat Tour
2026-04-02 12:00 - 13:00
Board a pontoon boat for a quiet, cruise on one of Prince George’s County’s beautiful rivers. Join a naturalist onboard the park pontoon boat to explore all things birds, while cruising down the Anacostia River.

Artist Reception: Roxana Rojas-Luzón: Paper Rhapsody
2026-04-02 18:00 - 20:00
RECEPTION EVENT IS POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

* This exhibition runs Mar. 23–May 17, with a public reception on Thu., Apr. 2. *

Roxana is a collage artist fascinated by the art of collage. She uses snippets of magazine paper, fabric, photographs, pencil drawings, raw pigments, and anything that enriches the texture and color of her images. Her goal is for each of her art pieces to awaken feelings in the viewer. Consolation, love, festivity, protection, happiness, innocence, and solitude are words that she has heard others use to describe her collages.

This exhibit will be on display at the Publick Playhouse from March 23-May 17, 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.

Nature Community Day Series
2026-04-04 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-11 11:00 - 14:00
Celebrate Earth Day all April with M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County!

Join us at one of our nature sites to celebrate and connect with the people, places, and natural resources that make Prince George’s County special. Community Days are every Saturday in April from 11 am–2 pm.

Community Day ScheduleAPRIL 4, 11 am – 2 pmBladensburg Waterfront Park (Bladensburg)andClearwater Nature Center (Clinton)APRIL 11, 11 am – 2 pmMount Rainier Nature Center (Mount Rainier)APRIL 18, 11 am – 2 pmOld Maryland Farmand Watkins Nature Centerat Watkins Regional Park (Upper Marlboro)APRIL 25, 11 am-2 pmPatuxent River Park (Upper Marlboro)

FREE activities MAY include:

Guided nature hikes

Free bike, kayak, & canoe rentals

Arts & craft activities

Pontoon boat tours

Animal ambassador meet-and-greets

DIY workshops and resources

Garden crawls

FREE professional family portraits

Giveaways (while supplies last)

and more!

Contact participating sites to learn more about their specific offerings or check out the events below!

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Success: The Beauty Among Us

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Success: The Beauty Among Us

May 26, 2026 – July 18, 2026

Success is a self-taught, mixed-media artist born in Baltimore, Maryland. Their artistic journey commenced at age eight and has steadily grown into a passionate exploration of various creative mediums. Now a new but prominent voice in contemporary art, Success has developed a diverse portfolio encompassing digital photography,…

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The Black Art Today Foundation: Ascension: A BIPOC Exhibition

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The Black Art Today Foundation: Ascension: A BIPOC Exhibition

May 26, 2026 – July 18, 2026

Ascension is a transformation journey, a testament to the human spirit’s unwavering capacity to overcome obstacles and achieve greatness. This exhibition, featuring the works of BIPOC artists, delves into the lives of individuals who have defied limitations, challenged…

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Art Exhibit: Rosana Azar, “Portals to Imagination”

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Art Exhibit: Rosana Azar, “Portals to Imagination”

June 8, 2026 – August 4, 2026

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…

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The 45th Annual Invitational Sculpture Exhibition

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The 45th Annual Invitational Sculpture Exhibition

June 12, 2026 – August 2, 2026 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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…

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Frolic

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Frolic

June 15, 2026 – August 15, 2026

Curated by Rashad Ali Muhammad in celebration of Pride Month, Radiant Resistance: The Joy of Being 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…

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Visiting Resident Artist Exhibition – Alexis Janay, The Light We Carry

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Visiting Resident Artist Exhibition – Alexis Janay, The Light We Carry

June 27, 2026 – August 2, 2026 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

This exhibition will showcase work by Montpelier Arts Center’s visiting resident artist, who has been busy all year creating one-of-a-kind pieces. The Arts Center’s one-year artist residency is a juried competition, allowing artists to join the resident…

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Aaron Oldenburg: Night Walks

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Aaron Oldenburg: Night Walks

June 27, 2026 – August 8, 2026 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Aaron Oldenburg creates artworks using game engines, coding languages, 2D and 3D digital art creation software, and audio sampling. This exhibition is a series of procedural software works, including interactive virtual reality, that deal with memory, climate instability, and bodily de/re-composition. Prints of screenshots taken from them…

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Come Out and Play @ Huntington South Park

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Come Out and Play @ Huntington South Park

July 8, 2026 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Enjoy FREE outdoor fun for all ages at Huntington South Park.

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Summer Culture Hub: Connecting Foodways

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Summer Culture Hub: Connecting Foodways

July 9, 2026 – July 12, 2026 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Experience history through engaging hands-on activities at Montpelier Historic Site & Museum’s Summer Culture Hub!

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Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series Disability and the Civil War

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Untold Stories Beyond the Battlefield: Civil War Lecture Series Disability and the Civil War

July 9, 2026 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Join the Surratt Historic Site & Museum for virtual conversations on how different groups of people bravely participated in the Civil War and events leading up to it.

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250th Anniversary

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Summer Concerts at Cosca

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Summer Concerts at Cosca

July 9, 2026 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

The Summer Concert Series at Cosca Regional Park offers free outdoor music throughout the season.

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Concerts in the Park

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Concerts in the Park

July 9, 2026 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Concerts in the Park are back at Watkins Regional Park. Join us for amazing sounds under the summer sun!

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Bladensburg Waterfront Park Community Day
2026-04-04 11:00 - 14:00
Saturday, April 4, 11 am–2 pm: Celebrate Earth Day all month long! Join us at Bladensburg Waterfront Park to celebrate and connect with the people, places, and natural resources that make Prince George’s County special. Come for free nature activities, arts & crafts, giveaways, and more!

FREE activities include:

Pontoon boat tours on the Anacostia River*

Bike, kayak, and canoe rentals*

Caboose Birthday Fun

Self-guided hikes

Family Photo Station

Nature arts & crafts

Rock the Bike Pedal Power & Spin Art

Animal education zone

Raffles, giveaways, and more!

*Call the park for information on boat rides or rentals of kayaks, canoes, and bikes: 301-779-0371

Click here for the full schedule of Community Day events happening at other nature centers.

Click here to learn more about Bladensburg Waterfront Park.

Clearwater Nature Center Community Day
2026-04-04 11:00 - 14:00
Saturday, April 4, 11 am–2 pm: Celebrate Earth Day all month long! Join us at Clearwater Nature Center to celebrate and connect with the people, places, and natural resources that make Prince George’s County special. Come for free nature activities, arts & crafts, giveaways, and more!

FREE activities include:

Animal Ambassador Meet and Greet

Free-Flight Bird Show

Family Campfire

DIY Gemstone Crafts (ring-making and more!)

Surratts-Clinton Branch Library Pop-up

Nature Crafts

Family Photo Station

Giveaways (while supplies last!)

and more!

Click here for the full schedule of Community Day events happening at other nature centers.

Click here to learn more about Clearwater Nature Center.

Dinosaur Park Open House
2026-04-04 12:00 - 16:00
Dinosaur Park Open Houses are a free public program on the first and third Saturday of every month and the second Sunday in the summer. No reservations required. Come join us and learn more about fossils, including the dinosaurs who used to call Maryland home. Guests can expect an orientation and then the opportunity to search the surface of the ground for fossils. No prior registration required. ASL interpretation is offered at each event. All park rules apply (listed below).1. Closed toed shoes required2. No pets or tools allowed inside the fossil site3. Guests cannot cross the rope fence4. There is no digging during this program. All fossils are naturally eroding from the ground5. No running in the fossil site6. No throwing rocks or rolling rocks7. All scientifically important fossils will be kept in trust with the commission to be used for current and future research

Eggtastic
2026-04-04 13:00 - 15:00
Join us for an egg-citing afternoon of Easter egg dyeing! Experiment with colors, patterns, and fun techniques to create one-of-a-kind eggs for your spring celebrations.

Borderless
2026-04-06 - 2026-05-30
* This exhibition runs Apr. 6–May 30, with a public reception on Sat., Apr. 11 and an artist and curator talk on Sat., May 9. *

Curated by Akemi Maegawa in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Borderless explores themes of identity, migration, and cultural fluidity. Featuring Jeff Huntington (JAHRU), Mei Mei Chang, Tang, June Lee, and Julia Chon, this exhibition highlights the diverse artistic expressions of AAPI artists who challenge boundaries—both literal and conceptual. Through dynamic visual storytelling and innovative materials, Borderless reflects the interconnectedness of heritage and contemporary experience, embracing art as a space without limits.

Maurice Barnes & Nonja Tiller: Real Characters
2026-04-06 - 2026-05-30
An exhibition partnership with Art Enables

This exhibition runs Apr. 6-May 30, with an opening reception on Sat., Apr. 11 and a Closing Workshop on Sat., May 30

Art Enables presents Maurice Barnes & Nonja Tiller: Real Characters for the first part of the Art Enables at Brentwood series. Barnes and Tiller, both prolific and long-time Art Enables resident artists, bring their unique illustrative work to life, filled with narrative depth, keen observation, and expressive characters. Barnes’ colored pencil drawings depict vibrant scenes from everyday life, evoking a wide range of emotions, from laughter to surprise, tension, and compassion. They create a complex emotional landscape that reflects a deep sensitivity to individual experiences. Tiller’s ink drawings, brimming with whimsical and surreal creatures, often merge the familiar with the fantastic. Her works are populated by relatable human figures and alien-like beings, exploring raw emotions and gritty storytelling.

The Great Eggsperience
2026-04-06 16:00 - 18:00
Join us for this “egg”-citing spring event filled with egg hunts, prizes, games, a petting zoo, music, and photos with the bunny!

Jazz Beyond The Swing
2026-04-08 14:00 - 15:30
Immerse yourself in the rich and musical traditions that span continents and cultures, bringing together the joyous and infectious rhythms that have shaped global music. Celebrate and move to the captivating sounds of Samba, Bossa Nova, Calypso, Cha Cha Cha, and other world beats. Join us for an unforgettable experience that celebrates the diversity and beauty of these timeless sounds.

CANCELED - Teen Night with the Young Stars
2026-04-10 19:30 - 21:30
Young Stars Live: A Showcase of Rising Talent! Get ready for an electrifying night of music, theater, and dance as the Young Stars take the stage. This dynamic showcase features incredible teen performers who have honed their talents through our artist development program, bringing creativity, passion, and high-energy performances to the spotlight. From powerful vocals to stunning choreography and captivating drama, this is a show you don’t want to miss. Come cheer on the next generation of stars and experience the magic of live performance. One night only—don’t miss it!

Juanito Pascual and Friends
2026-04-10 20:00 - 22:00
Juanito Pascual & Friends deliver an unforgettable, high‑voltage performance blending flamenco guitar with jazz and world influences, explosive percussion, rich vocals, and expressive dance – an exhilarating evening of rhythm, emotion, and pure musical fire.

Listening Room Presents Tower Green
2026-04-10 20:00 - 22:00
A high-energy folk ensemble specializing in medieval and Renaissance music, played on both period and modern instruments.

Mt. Rainier Nature Center Community Day
2026-04-11 11:00 - 14:00
Saturday, April 11, 11 am–2 pm: Celebrate Earth Day all month long! Join us at Mount Rainier Nature Center to celebrate and connect with the people, places, and natural resources that make Prince George’s County special. Come for free nature activities, arts & crafts, giveaways, and more!

FREE activities include:

Seed Swap Festival

Children’s Storytime (11:30 am-12 noon)

Nature Crafts (12 non-12:30 pm)

Container Seed Starting Workshop (1-3 pm)

Animal Meet and Greet

Plant Giveaways

Family Photo Station

and more!

Click here for the full schedule of Community Day events happening at other nature centers.

Click here to learn more about Mount Rainier Nature Center.

Mindfulness Nature Hike
2026-04-11 14:00 - 15:00
De-stress the natural way by taking a guided mindfulness walk on one of our trails, where you’ll refresh your body, mind, and spirit through calming nature‑based activities. Join us at Clearwater Nature Center for a mindfulness walk or hike led by a certified mindfulness meditation teacher, designed to deepen your connection with the natural world—just wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.

Borderless - Opening Reception
2026-04-11 17:00 - 20:00

Maurice Barnes & Nonja Tiller: Real Characters - Opening Reception
2026-04-11 17:00 - 20:00

Tribute to the Music of Prince
2026-04-11 20:00 - 22:00
Dive into the electrifying journey of Prince’s early career with groundbreaking albums like Prince, Dirty Mind, and Controversy, where he masterfully blended religious and sexual themes. Experience the magic of his rise to superstardom with iconic albums 1999 and Purple Rain, featuring chart-topping hits like “When Doves Cry” and “Let’s Go Crazy.” Join us for an unforgettable evening as we honor the music of this legendary artist. Gather your friends, secure your tickets, and immerse yourself in the timeless sounds of Prince!

Riversdale Kitchen Guild: Welcome to Spring
2026-04-12 12:00 - 15:00
Join the Riversdale Kitchen Guild over the open hearth as they use fresh garden ingredients in this demonstration of 19th-century cooking techniques.
