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Car Admission - Festival of Lights 2024

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

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Add To Cart Car Admission - Festival of Lights 2024 Festival Tickets Watkins Regional Park 11/29/2024 -01/01/2025 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm $15.00 Item Details Available

Deck Your Halls With Charisma Wooten

Get into the seasonal spirit with this concert of Christmas classics! Helen Hayes and Wammie-nominated performing artist and playwright Charisma Wooten is pleased to present a return engagement of her popular holiday-themed cabaret show. Cabaret Scenes Magazine notes, "Wooten's most endearing characteristic is a deep respect for the cabaret performing tradition and her desire to share it with her audience."
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Add To Cart Deck Your Halls With Charisma Wooten Special Events Montpelier Arts Center 12/05/2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Click Info for Price Item Details Available

Living Well With Gout

Gout is not only treatable, it's one of the few preventable forms of arthritis. The challenge is making sure you get the care you need and follow through with it. Learn all about gout and get the best management strategies for you.
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Add To Cart Living Well With Gout Special Events Camp Springs Senior Activity Center 12/05/2024 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm $0.00 Item Details Available

Lena Seikaly and Steve Herberman 

Vocalist Lena Seikaly and guitarist Steve Herberman have played together regularly for the past seven years in the DC metro area. They enjoy spontaneous interaction while performing live, offering something new each time, harkening the iconic collaboration of Ella Fitzgerald and Joe Pass. Seikaly, a finalist in the 2015 Thelonious Monk vocal competition and bandleader in her own right, has headlined venues throughout the US, as well as Turkey and China. Herberman is an internationally known jazz guitarist featured in the book The Great Jazz Guitarists by Scott Yanow. Steve switched to a 7-string guitar 30 years ago, which lends a deep foundation to the duo's sound, much like having a bassist and a guitarist rolled into one. As a duo, they appear regularly at the Tabard Inn, have headlined Blues Alley, Gaithersburg Arts Barn and various other DC venues, and released an album in 2018 entitled "A Little Closer."
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Add To Cart Lena Seikaly and Steve Herberman  Performance Brentwood Arts Exchange 12/06/2024 8:00 pm -10:00 pm $20.00 Item Details Available

Just Kickin' It Teen Sneaker Ball

Lace-up your freshest kicks and hit the dance floor at our Teen Sneaker Ball! Join us for a night where high fashion meets street style, featuring live DJs, neon lights, and a vibrant atmosphere. Show off your best sneaker game and stylish streetwear. This event isn't just about having fun - it's about making a difference! We'll be collecting new and gently used sneakers for youth in need, and your donation will help provide footwear to those who need it most. Dance, vibe with friends, and contribute to a great cause. Don't miss this unique celebration of culture, fashion, and philanthropy. Grab your tickets, bring a pair of sneakers to donate, and prepare for an unforgettable night!
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Add To Cart Just Kickin' It Teen Sneaker Ball Special Events Northern Area Office 12/06/2024 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Click Info for Price Item Details Available

Message Session II: Vibes

Message is not your typical concert series. It's an oasis where local artists find their voice and share their stories. Here, music transcends mere entertainment -- it becomes personal. This session brings local performers J.C. Bost, Veli Benzo, and Nouvel to Harmony Hall Arts Center.
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Add To Cart Message Session II: Vibes Concert Harmony Hall Art Center 12/06/2024 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm $15.00 Item Details Available

Merry Marketplace

Bring the whole family out for a fabulous day of holiday cheer at Badens Merry Marketplace! Enjoy arts & crafts for kids, holiday music, hot cocoa, vendors, and more. Get your last minute holiday shopping done and find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list!
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Add To Cart Merry Marketplace Special Events Baden Community Center 12/07/2024 9:00 am - 1:00 pm $25.00 Item Details Available

Candy Cane Click

Bring your family and capture the essence of the season with our array of backdrops and seasonal scenes. This event invites you to unleash your creativity and take your own beautiful holiday photos in a picturesque setting, creating lasting memories amidst the beauty of the season.
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Add To Cart Candy Cane Click Special Events Suitland Community Center 12/07/2024 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm $6.00 Item Details Available

The Nutcracker

Returning to the Publick Playhouse stage, the National Ballet Company revisits the enchanting world of "The Nutcracker," a holiday classic that has captivated audiences of all ages for generations. The production, with its magical storyline, vibrant costumes, and breathtaking choreography, is set against the backdrop of Tchaikovsky's iconic score, creating an immersive experience that transports viewers to a whimsical winter wonderland. The tale of Clara, the Nutcracker Prince, the malevolent Mouse King, and the ethereal Sugar Plum Fairy unfolds with grace and beauty, embodying the spirit of the holidays and the transformative power of imagination.
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Unavailable The Nutcracker Performance Prince George's Publick Playhouse 12/07/2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Click Info for Price Item Details Full

Holiday Pajama Jam

Parents, dress your little one in their favorite festive pajamas and bring them to Temple Hills Community Center! Kids will watch holiday movies, do arts & crafts, and play games while you do some holiday shopping. Light refreshments will be served.
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Add To Cart Holiday Pajama Jam Special Events Temple Hills Community Center 12/07/2024 10:00 am - 3:00 pm $15.00 Item Details Available

Winter Holiday Open House with an appearance by Papa Noel

Celebrate the holidays with Marietta House Museum. Children of all ages are invited to meet the French character Papa Noel and have a photo taken with him. You will find the house elaborately decorated for the winter holidays including Christmas and Channukah. Stroll from room to room discovering treats and surprises as you are serenaded by harpist Chris Van Dyke. Light refreshments will be served.
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Add To Cart Winter Holiday Open House with an appearance by Papa Noel Special Events Marietta House Museum 12/07/2024 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Click Info for Price Item Details Available

Jammin in Jammies Holiday Fun

Wear your fun holiday pajamas to this family friendly event featuring Santa Claus and his elves. We will have crafts and snacks galore. Try your hand at some of our holiday games and win prizes. There will be photo opportunities for all! Children under 2 are free. Pre-registration is required.
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Add To Cart Jammin in Jammies Holiday Fun Special Events Wayne K. Curry Sports and Learning Complex 12/07/2024 11:00 am - 2:00 pm $15.00 Item Details Full

All Sports Fusion Freestyle

Join us for this exhilarating one-day workshop designed to introduce the dynamic world of individual and team sports. This immersive event combines skill development, teamwork, and urban-inspired elements to create a memorable and exciting experience for participants.
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Add To Cart All Sports Fusion Freestyle Special Events North Forrestville Community Center 12/07/2024 10:00 am - 2:00 pm $0.00 Item Details Available

Crafts n Cocoa

Tis the season! Enjoy decorating holiday ornaments and making origami snowflakes while eating and sipping on your favorite holiday snacks!
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Add To Cart Crafts n Cocoa Special Events Upper Marlboro Community Center 12/07/2024 11:00 am - 2:00 pm $15.00 Item Details Available

Glassmanor Teen Ball

Arrive ready for a good time! This special night is just for teens. Dress up and dance to the soulful sounds provided by a live DJ. Refreshments will be served.
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Add To Cart Glassmanor Teen Ball Special Events Glassmanor Community Center 12/07/2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm $10.00 Item Details Available

Holiday Paint-N-Play

Join us for a festive sensory play and art exploration activity. All materials will be taste-safe, multi-sensory, and chosen specifically to support your little ones physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. Dress for mess! Light refreshments will be served.
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Add To Cart Holiday Paint-N-Play Special Events William Beanes Community Center 12/07/2024 10:00 am -11:30 am $10.00 Item Details Available

Santa Fly-In

Watch Santa fly into the College Park Airport and Aviation Museum! Enjoy crafts and activities in the museum and take a photo with Santa. Photos will be scheduled by reserved time slot. To reserve a slot, you will be sent a confirmation email after purchase that includes a link to sign up for photos. All guests over the age of 2 must have a ticket. Field of First Foundation Members are free but are required to register by emailing [email protected].
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Add To Cart Santa Fly-In Special Events College Park Aviation Museum 12/07/2024 10:00 am - 4:00 pm $7.00 Item Details Available

Esther Williams: A Holiday Tradition

Returning for the third consecutive year as a fan favorite, Esther Williams epitomizes soulful entertainment with her dynamic vocals that effortlessly transition from heartfelt ballads to infectious jazz standards, captivating audiences with every note. Esther weaves a musical tapestry across diverse genres, ensuring an unforgettable jazz experience that resonates long after the performance ends.
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Add To Cart Esther Williams: A Holiday Tradition Special Events Harmony Hall Art Center 12/11/2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm $22.00 Item Details Full

Festive & Healthy Holiday Appetizers Cooking Demonstration

Start your holiday gatherings with these festive & healthy appetizers the whole family will love. In this session, you will learn how to make air-fried mushroom bites & veggie-tofu skewers. Registration required.
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Add To Cart Festive & Healthy Holiday Appetizers Cooking Demonstration Special Events Beltsville Community Center 12/11/2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm $0.00 Item Details Available

Deck the Halls

Celebrate the winter holidays with live music, food, art & crafts, giveaways, and more!
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Add To Cart Deck the Halls Special Events Southern Regional Tech/Rec Complex 12/11/2024 11:00 am - 2:00 pm $17.00 Item Details Full