Arts PG Parks

06/10/2026

🎭 Love, laughter, mistaken identities, and music all come together this summer in Shakespeare in the Parks: "As You Like It," touring parks throughout Prince George’s and Montgomery counties from June 14-July 5!

🍉 Gather your friends, pack a picnic, and enjoy a professional outdoor theater experience completely free. Whether you’re a lifelong Shakespeare fan or seeing your very first production, this charming comedy is full of humor, heart, and unforgettable moments for all ages. Lawn chairs, blankets, and furry companions are welcome.

🌳 Learn more and find a park near you!

Get ready for another summer of Shakespeare In the Parks! The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Division proudly presents the 2026 Shakespeare in the Parks Tour, bringing a professional, FREE, and family-friendly theatrical experience to parks thro...

06/08/2026

🌸 Discover the beauty of nature through the colorful work of Cathy Hirsh in "Flora-Scapes" at Watkins Nature Center.

On view June 3-July 19, this exhibition features florals and landscapes in watercolor, oil, acrylic, and mixed media collage inspired by the natural world.

🎨 Join us at the reception on July 12 from 1-3 pm to meet the artist and explore her vibrant collection!

06/07/2026

🥁 Experience the energy, rhythm, and storytelling of Taratibu!

The Taratibu Youth Association brings together vibrant dance, music, and songs from across the African diaspora, blending stepping, Gumboot dance, hip-hop, and traditional cultural performance into an unforgettable show.

Multiple showtimes!

✨ Tuesday, June 30 and Thursday, July 2 at 10:30 am and 12 Noon.

Publick Playhouse | Perfect for ages 5-16

🎟 Tickets ($8 Adults; $6 Children):
www.pgparks.com/event_list/taratibu/2026-06-30

06/07/2026

🎭 Get ready! The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Division proudly presents the 2026 Shakespeare in the Parks Tour!

🍉 Pack a blanket, bring the family, and enjoy a summer evening under the stars with Shakespeare in the Parks: "As You Like It," touring parks throughout Prince George’s and Montgomery counties from June 14-July 5!

This FREE outdoor production brings Shakespeare’s beloved comedy to life with romance, humor, music, and adventure in a relaxed, family-friendly setting that welcomes picnic dinners and even furry companions.

🌱 Find a park near you!
www.pgparks.com/event_list/shakespeare-in-the-parks-tour-as-you-like-it

06/06/2026

🎭 Trade screen time for stage time this summer with Publick Playhouse summer camps for ages 12-15!

🌟 Calling all future performers! Art Camp: Making a Musical takes place July 20-31, Monday through Friday from 9 am-4:30 pm. Campers will explore acting, singing, movement, costumes, and scenery while preparing for a final performance for friends and family. It’s the perfect summer experience for young creatives ready to shine on stage.

💦 Think fast and get creative at Art Camp: Theater Improvisation, August 3-7 from 9 am-4:30 pm. Campers will build confidence while learning improvisation, acting, storytelling, movement, and audition techniques in a fun and supportive environment designed to bring out every young performer’s imagination.

Get ready to shine and register now!
👉 https://bit.ly/4jFXnAF

06/03/2026

☀🎶 The highly anticipated Voices of Fairwood Music Series is back!

Join us for the first concert of the season at Fairwood Community Park this Sunday, June 7 from 4-6 pm.

🌊 Celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month with an afternoon of live music, rhythm, and culture. Caribbean Vibe will fill the park with the joyful sounds of steel pan music, while Strykers’ Posse delivers high-energy reggae favorites that are sure to have audiences dancing all evening. This free community event is perfect for music lovers of all ages.

👉 Learn more:
www.pgparks.com/event_list/voices-of-fairwood-music-series/2026-06-07

06/02/2026

🐦‍🔥 Step into the imaginative world of surrealist artist Rosana Azar at the public reception of "Portals to Imagination."

Explore vivid works inspired by transformation, emotion, and the beauty of the universe while meeting the artist behind the exhibition.

👩‍🎨 Reception: Thursday, June 18, 6-8 pm | Publick Playhouse
🎨 On view June 8-August 4

👉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.

05/31/2026

🎶☀️ Get ready for an unforgettable summer of music, culture, and community at the Voices of Fairwood Music Series!

Join us for FOUR FREE concerts celebrating the rich sounds and cultural impact of African American music — from reggae and jazz to soul, funk, and R&B!

📍 Fairwood Community Park
🗓 Sundays throughout the summer
👨🏾‍👩🏽‍👧🏿 All ages welcome!

🎵 June 7 — Celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month with the vibrant sounds of Caribbean Vibe and the legendary reggae energy of Strykers’ Posse!

🎺 June 28 — Jazz & Blues take center stage with B.T. Richardson & The Black Coffee Experience and the crowd-favorite Motown magic of The Moonlighters®.

🕺 July 19 — Feel the groove during our Soul & Funk celebration featuring Honest Lee Soul and The Brencore Allstars bringing nonstop dance-floor energy!

🎤 August 16 — Close out the summer with an epic R&B showcase featuring Geno Marriott & The Spirit of Jazz, Julius Rosewood, Mia Samone, and Autumn LaBella!

Bring your lawn chairs, family, friends, and dancing shoes for a summer filled with incredible live performances and unforgettable memories! 🌟

⚠️ Concert dates may change due to weather. Stay updated by following on Facebook & Instagram and signing up for PG Parks Alerts at pgparks.com

Learn more:
www.pgparks.com/event_list/voices-of-fairwood-music-series/2026-06-07

05/30/2026

🌟 Celebrate summer with unforgettable performances for young audiences as Taratibu Youth Association brings powerful music, dance, and storytelling to the Publick Playhouse stage on June 30 and July 2, followed by the playful and hilarious Peter Pan presented by Brightstar Theatre on August 11 and August 13!

Tickets priced at $8 for adults and $6 for children and groups of 20 or more, offering families a chance to experience cultural rhythms from around the world and a fresh, comedic take on a beloved classic in one exciting season. Perfect for ages 4-10.

✨ Taratibu!
Tues., Jun. 30, 10:30 am & 12 Noon
Thurs., Jul. 2, 10:30 am & 12 Noon
👉 www.pgparks.com/event_list/taratibu/2026-06-30

🧚‍♀️ Peter Pan with Brightstar Theatre
Tuesday, August 11, 10:30 am & 12 Noon
Thurs., August 13, 10:30 am & 12 Noon
👉 www.pgparks.com/event_list/peter-pan-with-brightstar-theatre/2026-08-11