Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD

Sensory-Friendly Days in Nature
2026-05-02 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York)
Beat the crowd and visit the Nature Center off-hours for a special self-paced program for those with sensory processing differences. Each sensory-friendly day will feature a “touch table” of animal artifacts, access to sensory play bins and fidget toys, and a fun, easy craft.

Adventure Seekers: Outdoor Adventures: Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary in Lothian, MD
2026-05-02 10:00 - 15:00
Celebrate exploration as you lift your spirits, expand your mind, and build fun relationships with other adventurers through canoeing, hiking, museums, and trips to natural and historical sites. With the D.C. metro area full of discoveries, find adventure all around the region.

Tarmac Tour
2026-05-02 11:00 - 12:00
Explore the College Park Airport up close! Enjoy a tour of the airport’s tarmac while learning about the many “firsts” that happened on the airfield and how the airport is used today. This tour lasts about one hour, takes place outdoors, and requires visitors to traverse paved asphalt, grass, and slightly uneven gravel. Participants must be at least 12 years old.

Registration required by April 1, 2026, for the event on April 4.Registration required by April 29, 2026, for the event on May 2.

Dinosaur Park Open House
2026-05-02 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-10 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-16 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

Kinderfest
2026-05-02 12:00 - 17:00
Join us at Watkins Regional Park for a day of live entertainment, Midway games, interactive exhibits, KidFit amusements, hands-on activities, food vendors, and more!

Admissions:Wonder World of Watkins Limited Wristband: Unlimited access to train, mini golf, carousel, and face paintersKinderfest All-Access Wristband: Unlimited access to ALL Kinderfest amenities* All wristbands must be purchased on-site. No online sales. Cash and cards accepted *

Attractions:Inflatable Skee BallQB BlitzPK Shoot OutHot Potato InflatableLumber Jack Axe ThrowingSquid SplatDouble Shot BasketballBatter Up Baseball Inflatable26′ Rock Climbing WallHungry Hippo Chow Down GameHuman FoosballWacky World Inflatable Obstacle CourseBoom Box BounceTwin SpinHuman Hamster BallCamo Obstacle CourseTropical ObstacleCarnival Fun MazeBarrel of Monkeys BouncerFace PaintersMini GolfCarouselMini Trainand more!

We encourage you to keep your pets at home during Kinderfest for the safety of others and your pets.

ADA Accommodations will be available.For questions or more information, contact 301-218-6700.

Tree-mendous Trees
2026-05-02 13:30 - 15:30
Discover the incredible variety of trees that thrive at Clearwater Nature Center as you learn the fundamentals of tree identification, explore the historical uses of different species, and understand the vital roles trees play in the ecosystem. Participants will get to know many common species through hands‑on, close‑up observation.

Animal Encounters
2026-05-03 13:00 - 13:45
Meet the nature center’s live animals (including reptiles, amphibians, and birds of prey) and learn about their natural habitats while enjoying the mood‑boosting benefits of interacting with animals. This program, held at Clearwater Nature Center, requires all children and adults to be individually registered and paid through ParksDirect, and may be canceled if there are insufficient registrations.

Introduction to Taiko, the Art of Japanese Drumming ft. Mark H Rooney
2026-05-05 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-05-05 11:15 - 12:00
This performance is part of our Education on Stage Series and is recommended for Grades K-6. Join us in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with an engaging program led by taiko performer Mark H Rooney. This event showcases traditional and contemporary songs and rhythms of this full-body drumming art form, delving into the instruments, use of the voice in taiko, and a touch of Japanese history and vocabulary. Audience members might even be able to play these LARGE drums on stage! Mark H blends a traditional foundation with modern elements, delivering high-energy performances that are vibrant, dynamic, and exciting. Please note, everyone must have a ticket to enter, regardless of age. Groups of 20+ can call 301-277-1710 for Group Sales or fill out the online request form.

10 am Tickets

11:15 am Tickets

MLB Pitch, Hit, and Run
2026-05-05 18:00 - 20:00
Showcase your baseball skills! Come out and participate in the official skills competition of Major League Baseball. Girls and boys will participate in three different aspects of baseball and softball: throwing, hitting, and baserunning. The highest-scoring participants will be eligible to participate in the next level of this competition.

Toddler Time: Bird Migration
2026-05-07 11:00 - 11:45
Give your little one a head start in understanding the importance of the environment through hands‑on activities, stories, songs, crafts, and nature exploration, with each class focusing on a different theme about animals, plants, and habitats. Use your senses to learn, sing, and enjoy nature with us. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Homeschool Animal Science: Cow Hoof Science
2026-05-08 13:00 - 14:00
Cow Hooves 101! Learn how cow hooves play an important role in people’s everyday lives at this hands-on farm education program. Learn why hoof health matters and how farmers help keep their cows comfortable, healthy, and happy.

Glow & Groove: A Special Ladies & Kids Dance
2026-05-08 19:00 - 20:30
Kids are invited to take mom or some other special lady for a spin on the dance floor. At this come-as-you-are party, we will provide the music and the refreshments.

The Golden Hour: Boomer & Gen Z Pour & Paint
2026-05-09 12:00 - 15:00
The Golden Hour invites grandparents and grandkids (ages eight to 17) to slow down, create together, and share meaningful stories. In collaboration with Riversdale Historic Site & Museum, this pour and paint session supports their oral history workshop by celebrating family memories and voices across generations. Participants will discover how art helps keep the mind sharp, the body active, and the spirit calm, and will leave with colorful canvases and even brighter connections.

Basic Birding 101
2026-05-12 09:00 - 10:30
Grab your binoculars, or borrow a pair from us, and join our naturalist for a birdwatching adventure during the spring migration season. Enjoy the beauty of nature as you search for the many birds moving through our area.

May Nature Science Club: Frogs, Toads, Newts, & Salamanders
2026-05-12 10:00 - 11:00
Join us at Watkins Nature Center for monthly science clubs designed for homeschool learners. Through stories, short presentations, guided hikes, and hands‑on activities, participants explore nature alongside peers. In May, learn all about toads, frogs, newts, and salamanders!

Each age group has its own science club time slot:

• 10-11 am: Nature Friends (ages four to six)

• 1-2 pm: Nature Rangers (ages seven to nine)

• 2:30-4 pm: Nature Explorers (ages ten to 14)

This is a two‑part program series. Registration covers both program dates: May 12 and May 26. Only the first date is listed here.

Click the registration button for additional details on age groups and program dates.

Farm Story & Craft: Wool
2026-05-12 11:00 - 12:00
Come on down to the farm for a sheep-themed story and craft, followed by a meet-and-greet with our sheep.

Toddler Trail Time
2026-05-13 10:00 - 10:45
Take a hike with your toddler as a naturalist leads you on a themed outdoor adventure where you can explore nature, investigate the environment, and meet new friends. Enjoy a fun blend of physical activity and discovery, and please dress for the weather. Participants will be notified of any weather‑related cancellations.

Toddler Time: Spring Pollinators
2026-05-14 11:00 - 11:45

Farm Science: Fantastic Feathers
2026-05-14 13:00 - 14:00
Join us for a hands‑on look at feathers and the animals that rely on them! Learn how to identify different feather types, understand their parts, and see how animals use them in everyday life.

Gymnastics & Tumbling Workshop
2026-05-16 08:00 - 17:00
Get introduced to basic tumbling and gymnastics techniques.

Flag Football Clinic
2026-05-16 10:00 - 12:00
May is National Physical Fitness & Sports Month! Please join us for our Flag Football Clinic on May 16, 2026, at Woodmore Turf Field from 10 am to 12 noon.

Bilingual Cub Corner
2026-05-16 10:30 - 11:30
Join us for a bilingual (Spanish and English) reading of “Avioncito” by May Clerici. After the story, little learners can fold their own paper planes and test them out on our paper plane launcher! This program is recommended for children ages 3-6. FREE with museum admission. No registration required.

Obstacle Challenge
2026-05-16 13:00 - 14:00
An action packed “adventure zone” designed to test agility, speed, and endurance.

Edible Art Family Workshop
2026-05-16 14:00 - 16:00
In partnership with Edible Arrangements® and miXt Food Hall, the Brentwood Arts Exchange is excited to offer Edible Art. This family-friendly workshop focuses on the importance of eating delicious fruits while also creating an edible arrangement sculpture for you to take home. Come out and learn about fruits, art, color theory, and sculpture. Admission is $5 for Prince George’s County residents and $7 for non-Prince George’s County residents. Registration is required on ParksDirect. Register early, as the event sells out quickly.

Location: miXt Food Hall, 3809 Rhode Island Ave, Brentwood, MD 20722

Pollinator Party
2026-05-17 09:00 - 10:30
Celebrate World Bee Day by learning about the many types of pollinators and their crucial role in the ecosystem through a short lecture followed by a fun craft activity.

Cub Corner
2026-05-17 10:30 - 11:30
Falling can help us learn to soar! Join us for a special reading of “After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again),” by Dan Santat, the inspiring story of Humpty Dumpty’s journey to overcome his fears. After the story, little learners can fold their own paper planes and test them on our paper plane launcher! This program is recommended for children ages 3-6. FREE with museum admission. No registration required.

Growing in the Garden: A 3-Part Learning Series
2026-05-19 13:00 - 14:00
Give your child a hands‑on introduction to gardening and agriculture through this fun, three‑session program. Each class encourages kids to explore, observe, and record what they discover in the garden.

The registration fee covers all three classes.Each session must be attended.Each session builds on the one before it.

Sessions:

Tue, March 24, 1-2 pm

Tue, April 28, 1-2 pm

Tue, May 19, 1-2 pm
