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M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County Announces Events for October
September 25, 2025
RIVERDALE, Md. – M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County invites the community to participate in a series of events during the month of October, from family-friendly festivals to spooky Halloween fun, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Upcoming events include:
Sunday, October 12, 1-4 pm
Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex
8001 Sheriff Road
Landover, MD 20785
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by bringing family together. Enjoy live performances, children’s activities, live music from La Furia Band, community resource,s and craft vendors for everyone to enjoy. Transportation is available; please register for the event to select your shuttle location.
Saturday, October 18, 11 am – 4 pm | FREE
Patuxent River Park
16000 Croom Airport Road
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
The American Indian Festival is a vibrant celebration of Native American culture, heritage, and traditions, offering diverse native communities a space to honor and share their rich cultural legacy. This free festival is open to everyone and invites attendees to experience live music, traditional and contemporary dances of Native America, interactive storytelling, artisan market, Native American horsemanship, professional family portraits, and more.
Friday, October 24, 6- 9 pm
Watkins Regional Park
301 Watkins Park Drive
Upper Marlboro, MD
Come dressed in your best Halloween costume and “Trek” thru our haunted trail packed with spooky games, mazes, roving characters, creepy scenes, and more! Don’t miss our 50-foot “Trick-or-Tree”, lit up with spooktacular Halloween designs! Collect candy and other treats along the way and search for the perfect pumpkin on the Trek or Treat Trail. This event is kid friendly and suitable for ages 12 & under. Advanced registration is required and limited.
Saturday, October 25, 11 am – 4 pm | FREE
Bladensburg Waterfront Park
4601 Annapolis Road
Bladensburg, MD 20710
Enjoy a day filled with creativity and inspiration at the Waterfront Art Festival! Discover a wide array of artwork from talented local artists, including paintings, jewelry, photography, sculpture, and more. Stroll through the vibrant art market, enjoy live music, and take in the beautiful views of the Anacostia River. This family-friendly event offers something for all ages to enjoy.
Friday, October 31, 7 – 10 pm
Watkins Regional Park
301 Watkins Park Drive
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Calling all witches and wizards! The doors to the magical world are now open! Enjoy an evening with magical beverages, snacks, and artistic creations, a screening of your favorite wizard movie, and much more! Wizards 13 and older will have an opportunity to walk through the forbidden forest trail!
Friday, October 31, 6-9 pm
Tucker Road Athletic Complex
1770 Tucker Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744
Celebrate Halloween with fun games, haunted hayrides and activities, a pumpkin patch, good vendors, and more! Remember to come dressed in your best costume!
For more information about upcoming M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation events, visit pgparks.com.
About the Department
With over 29,000 acres of parkland, trails, athletic fields, playgrounds, and more, the M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County provides an award-winning park system through progressive, quality, innovative leadership and a commitment to its community and environment. The Department delivers first-class recreational activities and programs for people of all ages and ability levels. It strives to improve the quality of life for Prince George’s County residents and the communities in which they live, work, and raise families. The Department’s Formula 2040 Plan establishes a framework that will ensure the Department can meet future parks and recreation programmatic and facility needs, fulfilling its mission to determine the combination of land, facilities, and programs that will provide appropriate experiences for Prince Georgians in the future. To learn more, visit www.pgparks.com.
