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Concerts in the Park

2012 Family Outdoor Summer Concert Series

Thursday evenings from 7 to 8:30 pm

Join us at Watkins Regional Park for Thursday evenings filled with music, family & fun at our 14th Annual Concerts in the Parks!
  • Concerts are free!
  • There is lawn seating so please bring your blanket or beach chairs.
  • Come early and enjoy a ride on the train and carousel or play a game of mini-golf before the concerts (closes at 7 pm) or visit the Nature Center throughout the concert (closes at 8:45 pm).
  • Shows may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
  • Refreshments available for purchase through the Kettering-Largo-Mitchellville Boys and Girls Club.
  • Concerts are supported by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council.
  • For more information, call 301-218-6700; TTY 301-218-6768.

The 2012 Concert series begins Thursday, June 21 and will continue every Thursday through August 2 with the Exception of July 19 which will be the annual Shakespeare in the Park Performance.

June 21 : HEADSHINE

A feel-good acoustic surfer sound with a touch of reggae and California sunshine!

June 28 : DEE STONE

Groovaliciously, funky, jazzy, rockin' soul stew!

July 5 : COMFORT ZONE

Sultry smooth jazz mixed with upbeat R & B!

July 12 : HIGHER HANDS

Artful blend of vintage funk,jazz and soul!

July 19 : SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM

(Rain location: Largo/Kettering/Perrywood Community Center

431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro)

July 26 : DAVID BACH CONSORT

Award-winning spirited jazz!

August 2 : MAMBO COMBO

Infectious blend of Latin and Caribbean dance music that will keep you movin'!