Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD

Dinosaur Park Open House
2026-11-07 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
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

Watkins Park Farmers Market
2026-11-07 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-31 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-24 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

Get Fit Mobile: Fitness on the Fly
2026-11-05 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-22 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

Fitness in the Parks - Zumba
2026-11-05 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-22 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!

Fitness in the Parks - Circuit Workout
2026-11-04 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-28 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-21 18:00 - 19:00
Shake up your routine with this dynamic Circuit Workout! Move through a series of timed exercises that target strength, cardio, and endurance—perfect for a full-body challenge. Work at your own pace with options for all fitness levels.

Yoga
2026-11-04 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-10-28 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-10-21 09:30 - 10:30
Stretch toward your fitness goals! Learn basic yoga to improve health and flexibility through deep breathing and controlled stretching. Reduce stress, get better sleep, and build muscle stamina as you practice new or previously learned yoga skills.

Living Strong
2026-11-04 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-11-02 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-10-28 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-10-26 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-10-21 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 in the Parks - AM Sweatshop
2026-11-04 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-10-28 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-10-21 08:00 - 09:00
Join us for this fun, effective cardio workout that combines several different workout methods including aerobics and bodyweight strength training. Enjoy a high-energy group environment as you improve your strength and cardiovascular endurance.

Fitness in the Parks - Urban Line Dancing
2026-11-02 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-10-26 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.

Revolution, Rebellion, Treason: A Slice of History Discussion Series
2026-10-22 16:00 - 17:30
What are the differences between revolutions, rebellions, and acts of treason? Join the Surratt Historic Site & Museum as we take a long view of sparking change in American history, beginning with the Declaration of Independence and concluding with our present day. Intended for our youngest and soon-to-be leaders, this program will facilitate a shared understanding of what it means to be an engaged citizen in 2026 and beyond.
