Watkins Regional Park
301 Watkins Park Drive 20774
301-699-2456

The Winter Festival of Lights will shine bright this holiday season with 3 miles of drive-through whimsical lights! Experience dazzling scenes that celebrate the magic of the holiday season from the comfort of your own car. For your safety and the safety of our staff, please purchase tickets online at pgparksdirect.com. Save Time! Save Money! Buy Online! Cars pay $15 with online purchases or $20 admission at the gate. Face coverings are required if interacting with personnel. To avoid longer than usual wait times, we encourage the public to attend the Festival on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday evenings. On Saturdays and Sundays, please arrive before 6 pm. A car may only hold 1 to 6 passengers.

Customers will be directed to enter the park from Route 202 Largo Road this year.

NO REFUNDS ON GENERAL ADMISSIONS TICKETS! TICKETS ARE GOOD UNTIL 1/1/25

Back by popular demand! Celebrate the Holidays with the soulful sounds of Motown. The soul-stirring melodies of iconic artists like the Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Nat King Cole, the Jackson 5, James Brown, and Chuck Brown are guaranteed to get you swaying in your seat and singing along with the Brencore Allstars. Gather your group and get your tickets early - this show is sure to sell out!

Saddle up, and get ready for a ride through the Wild, Wild, West with the Harmony Hallers. Come dressed to impress in your best western gear!

Celebrate the holiday season and enjoy a concert featuring the sounds of The Rise Band and Show. This event will sure get you in the spirit of the holidays! Doors open at 10:15 am. Upon completing your purchase, please print and retain your ticket(s) as tickets are required for admission to the show. Register early! Seating is limited.

Living with arthritis can be distracting and difficult--quite literally a pain. If you have arthritis pain, you can take steps to protect your joints, reduce discomfort, and improve mobility. Join us for this presentation from an expert and gain knowledge and tools on how to manage and thrive with arthritis pain.

Join us during the holiday season and experiene the thrill of our annual Trains and Planes program. Meet and greet train hobbyists, and go back in time experiencing the sights and sounds of their train displays.

Enjoy music and entertainment, Snacks, games, and more at this magical holiday event. Santa Clause will be on hand for photos!

Calling all youth who have a passion for community service! We have collected gently worn sneakers and new socks for youth in need! Volunteer to clean and package sneakers, and earn community service hours.

Impress your friends and family with your cookie-decorating skills! With the holiday season approaching, who doesn't love sugar cookies paired with their favorite beverage? Have fun decorating your cookies with nonpareils, chocolate chips, icing, sprinkles, and more!

This event will be held at Lake Arbor Community Center: 10100 Lake Arbor Way, Bowie, MD 20721

Back by popular demand! Celebrate the holidays with the soulful sounds of Motown. The soul-stirring melodies of iconic artists like the Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Nat King Cole, the Jackson 5, James Brown, and Chuck Brown will get you swaying in your seat and singing along with the Brencore Allstars. Get your tickets early - this show is sure to sell out!

Join us for the Young Stars concert, featuring participants from our artist development program as they perform original songs they have written and recorded during their sessions. Come out to support these talented young artists while enjoying a variety of solo and group performances.

A night of holiday fun for teens with snowball games, music, bonfire, and hot coco. Teens will be able to dress up in their snow-person attire to add to the fun.

Bring your family and friends and step into our Winter Wonderland and Character Brunch! Enjoy a light breakfast, followed by an ornament decorating craft, face painting, holiday games, photo opportunities, and more!

Harmony Hall Arts Center
10701 Livingston Rd, Fort Washington, MD, 20744
301-203-6070

"A Tribute to the Music of Donny Hathaway and Roberta Flack" features National Recording Artists Jamar Dukes and Shuga Shang. Join us for an evening of live music celebrating these incredible artists. Close your eyes and savor Jamar Dukes' renditions of beloved Donny Hathaway ballads like "The Ghetto," "Someday We Will All Be Free," and "A Song For You." Shuga Shang pays homage to Roberta Flack with hits including "Killing Me Softly," "First Time I Ever Saw Your Face," and their duets like "I Who Have Nothing" and "Where is the Love."

Join us during the holiday season and experiene the thrill of our annual Trains and Planes program. Meet and greet train hobbyists, and go back in time experiencing the sights and sounds of their train displays.

Christmastime is here! Montpelier Arts Center and The Eric Byrd Trio celebrate the season with an afternoon filled with festive music from the Peanuts' special A Charlie Brown Christmas. Comprised of pianist/vocalist Eric Byrd, bassist Bhagwan Khalsa, and drummer Alphonso Young, Jr., the Trio has traveled the world as enthusiastic ambassadors of jazz. Bringing fresh arrangements to these familiar songs, they are sure to put you in a holiday mood. "Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown!"

Holiday Treats: Join the Riversdale Kitchen Guild over the open hearth as they highlight recipes of Holiday Treats using 19th century techniques.

Calling all sneakerheads, fashion designers, and creators! Come and design your very own custom sneaker at our Sneaker Design workshop! At the end of the workshop participants can submit their sneakers and compete for "Best Sneaker Design" at the annual Sneaker Ball.

Enjoy crafts, games, and breakfast with Santa. Don't forget to take your picture with Santa!

Join Riversdale for the first ever Holiday Traditions program. This children's program has lots of fun things in store, and we cannot wait to celebrate with you!