August...

IN PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY

All events are subject to change without notice or may be tentative. Please call in advance to confirm dates, times, fees and possible reservation requirements.

August 1 (4-6 pm)

FAMILY FUN DAYS

Montpelier Mansion, 9650 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel 20708

301-377-7817 | www.pgparks.com

Explore the grounds of Montpelier, play games, dress up in old-fashioned clothes, take a tour, and more. Families are welcome to have a picnic dinner on the grounds, but please have a rain plan since there are no inside eating facilities. Non-perishable food items are accepted for donation to area food banks. No reservations required. FREE

August 1 (7-8 pm)

SUNDAY SUNSET CONCERT: THE BACK PAGES BAND

Allen Pond Park, 3330 Northview Dr, Bowie 20716

301-262-6200 | www.cityofbowie.org

From country, to jazz, to rock and roll, there's a performance to meet every musical taste. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the music! Concerts are canceled in the event of inclement weather. FREE

August 1, 8, 15 (7:30 pm)

ARTS ON THE WATERFRONT

Bladensburg Waterfront Park, 4601 Annapolis Rd, Bladensburg 20710

301- 779-0371 | www.pgparks.com

Join us when the Waterfront springs to life with music and entertainment – Jazz, R&B, Reggae, Dance, Blues, Rock and puppet shows. Refreshments available for purchase. FREE

August 3 (6-8 pm)

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

Allen Pond Park, 3330 Northview Dr, Bowie 20716

301-575-2480 | www.cityofbowie.org

This annual event is held in communities throughout the country on the same night as a way of raising awareness about crime prevention in a fun and entertaining manner. FREE

August 3-6 (12-12:45 pm)

WEEKKDAY BOAT RIDES

Bladensburg Waterfront Park, 4601 Annapolis Rd, Bladensburg 20710

301- 779-0371 | www.pgparks.com

Join a park naturalist on our 40-seat pontoon boat for an environmental or historical tour of the scenic Anacostia River.  FREE

August 5 (6:30-8:30 pm)

WIND DOWN THURSDAYS SUMMER JAZZ SERIES

The Blvd. at the Capital Centre, Interstate 95/495 at Arena Dr, Largo 20774
301-324-0514 | www.shopcapcentre.com

Enjoy live jazz from various local artists. FREE

August 5 (7-8:30 pm)

CONCERTS IN THE PARK

Watkins Regional Park, 301 Watkins Park Dr, Upper Marlboro 20774

301- 218-6700 | www.pgparks.com

Enjoy cool tunes at twilight. Family and friends will enjoy a variety of music under the setting sun. Bring a blanket and delight in the harmony on these jivin' Thursdays. FREE

August 6 (5-7 pm)

SOUNDS OF SUMMER AT

NATIONAL HARBOR:

BLUES FOR PIECES

137 National Plaza, National Harbor 20745

1-877-NATL-HBR | www.nationalharbor.com

Enjoy outdoor concerts while you shop and dine. FREE

August 6 (7:30-9:30 pm)

MONTPELIER SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Montpelier Mansion Grounds, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel 20708
301-776-2805 | www.pgparks.com

Enjoy a performances on the west lawn of the Mansion grounds. FREE

August 7

CRUISIN' ON THE RIVER CLASSIC CAR & TRUCK SHOW

137 National Plaza, National Harbor 20745
1-877-NATL-HBR | www.nationalharbor.com

Rain date Aug. 8

August 7 ( 2 pm)

SATURDAY CONCERT IN OLD TOWN: ILYAIMY

Town Green Park, Bowie

301-262-6200 | www.cityofbowie.org

Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the music! Concerts are canceled in the event of inclement weather. FREE

August 7

THE CELEBR-ASIAN FESTIVAL

137 National Plaza, National Harbor 20745
1-877-NATL-HBR | www.nationalharbor.com
Join us for a spectacular celebration of Asian heritage. ($)

CANCELLED

August 8 (7-8 pm)

SUNDAY SUNSET CONCERT: DAVID BACH

Allen Pond Park, 3330 Northview Dr, Bowie 20716

301-262-6200 | www.cityofbowie.org

From country, to jazz, to rock and roll, there's a performance to meet every musical taste. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the music! Concerts are canceled in the event of inclement weather. FREE

August 10-13 (12-12:45 pm)

WEEKKDAY BOAT RIDES

Bladensburg Waterfront Park, 4601 Annapolis Rd, Bladensburg 20710

301- 779-0371 | www.pgparks.com

Join a park naturalist on our 40-seat pontoon boat for an environmental or historical tour of the scenic Anacostia River.  FREE

August 12 (6:30-8:30 pm)

WIND DOWN THURSDAYS SUMMER JAZZ SERIES

The Blvd. at the Capital Centre, Interstate 95/495 at Arena Dr, Largo 20774
301-324-0514 | www.shopcapcentre.com

Enjoy live jazz from various local artists. FREE

August 13 (5-7 pm)

SOUNDS OF SUMMER AT

NATIONAL HARBOR: JOHN LUSKEY (COUNTRY)

137 National Plaza, National Harbor 20745

1-877-NATL-HBR | www.nationalharbor.com

Enjoy outdoor concerts while you shop and dine. FREE

August 14 ( 2 pm)

SATURDAY CONCERT IN OLD TOWN: BOTTLE OF BLUES

Town Green Park, Bowie

301-262-6200 | www.cityofbowie.org

Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the music! Concerts are canceled in the event of inclement weather. FREE

August 14 (2-4 pm)

SOUNDS OF SUMMER AT

NATIONAL HARBOR:

SOUTHERN MARYLAND CONCERT BAND

137 National Plaza, National Harbor 20745

1-877-NATL-HBR | www.nationalharbor.com

Enjoy outdoor concerts while you shop and dine. FREE

August 14 (6-10 pm)

JUKE JOINT SATURDAY'S FUNK-N- BLUES BBQ

Harmony Hall Regional Center, 10701 Livingston Rd, Ft. Washington 20744

301-203-6070 | www.pgparks.com

This intimate , soul-stirring, "raise the roof," expressive celebration is held under the evening sky. All ages welcome. ($)

August 15 (7-8 pm)

SUNDAY SUNSET CONCERT: DC MOTORS

Allen Pond Park, 3330 Northview Dr, Bowie 20716

301-262-6200 | www.cityofbowie.org

From country, to jazz, to rock and roll, there's a performance to meet every musical taste. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the music! Concerts are canceled in the event of inclement weather. FREE

August 15 ( 7:30 pm)

ARTS ON THE WATERFRONT

Bladensburg Waterfront Park, 4601 Annapolis Rd, Bladensburg 20710

301- 779-0371 | www.pgparks.com

Join us when the Waterfront springs to life with music and entertainment – Jazz, R&B, Reggae, Dance, Blues, Rock and puppet shows. Refreshments available for purchase. FREE

August 17-20 (12-12:45 pm)

WEEKKDAY BOAT RIDES

Bladensburg Waterfront Park, 4601 Annapolis Rd, Bladensburg 20710

301- 779-0371 | www.pgparks.com

Join a park naturalist on our 40-seat pontoon boat for an environmental or historical tour of the scenic Anacostia River.  FREE

August 18 (7-8 pm)

CONCERTS AT THE MANOR: BILL THOMAS

Oxon Hill Manor, 6901 Oxon Hill Rd, Oxon Hill 20745

301-839-7782 | www.pgparks.com

Join us for outdoor summer concerts. Relax on the patio and enjoy a variety of music under the setting sun. Refreshments included. ($)

August 18 (7:15 pm)

SUMMER OF SOUL OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES

Stephen Decatur Community Center, 8200 Pinewood Dr, Clinton 20735

301-297-4648 | www.pgparks.com

Enjoy family outdoor concerts on the lawn. Kick back and listen to some the areas hottest bands. FREE

August 19 (6:30-8:30 pm)

WIND DOWN THURSDAYS SUMMER JAZZ SERIES

The Blvd. at the Capital Centre, Interstate 95/495 at Arena Dr, Largo 20774
301-324-0514 | www.shopcapcentre.com

Enjoy live jazz from various local artists. FREE

August 20 (5-7 pm)

SOUNDS OF SUMMER AT

NATIONAL HARBOR: STEEL DRUM TRIO

137 National Plaza, National Harbor 20745

1-877-NATL-HBR | www.nationalharbor.com

Enjoy outdoor concerts while you shop and dine. FREE

August 21

CHESAPEAKE CRAB & BEER FESTIVAL

137 National Plaza, National Harbor 20745
1-877-NATL-HBR | www.nationalharbor.com
Crabs by the bushel and beer by the bunch. Also featuring wonderful selections for “land-lovers” so bring the entire family for this special waterfront feast. ($)

August 21 (2-4 pm)

SOUNDS OF SUMMER AT

NATIONAL HARBOR: HUDSON & WATSON (VARIETY/ POP ROCK)

137 National Plaza, National Harbor 20745

1-877-NATL-HBR | www.nationalharbor.com

Enjoy outdoor concerts while you shop and dine. FREE

August 22 (7-8 pm)

SUNDAY SUNSET CONCERT: ANNAPOLIS BLUEGRASS

Allen Pond Park, 3330 Northview Dr, Bowie 20716

301-262-6200 | www.cityofbowie.org

From country, to jazz, to rock and roll, there's a performance to meet every musical taste. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the music! Concerts are canceled in the event of inclement weather. FREE

August 24-27 (12-12:45 pm)

WEEKKDAY BOAT RIDES

Bladensburg Waterfront Park, 4601 Annapolis Rd, Bladensburg 20710

301- 779-0371 | www.pgparks.com

Join a park naturalist on our 40-seat pontoon boat for an environmental or historical tour of the scenic Anacostia River.  FREE

August 27 (5-7 pm)

SOUNDS OF SUMMER AT

NATIONAL HARBOR:

PETER FIELDS DUO (LATIN)

137 National Plaza, National Harbor 20745

1-877-NATL-HBR | www.nationalharbor.com

Enjoy outdoor concerts while you shop and dine. FREE

August 28 (8am –5 pm)

1814 BRITISH INVASION OF PRINCE GEORGE’S BUS TOUR

Darnall’s Chance House Museum, 14800 Gov. Oden Bowie Dr, Upper Marlboro 20772
301-952-8010 | www.pgparks.com
War of 1812 scholar Dr. Ralph Eshelman will be our ride-along guide as we travel via bus and boat (weather permitting) along the routes the British Army marched through the County in August of 1814. Bus departs from and returns to Darnall’s Chance. Advance reservations and payment required. ($)

August 28 (2-4 pm)

SOUNDS OF SUMMER AT

NATIONAL HARBOR:

BRUCE MIDDLE GROUP (JAZZ)

137 National Plaza, National Harbor 20745

1-877-NATL-HBR | www.nationalharbor.com

Enjoy outdoor concerts while you shop and dine. FREE

August 29 (7-8 pm)

SUNDAY SUNSET CONCERT: UNITED STATES ARMY BLUES

Allen Pond Park, 3330 Northview Dr, Bowie 20716

301-262-6200 | www.cityofbowie.org

From country, to jazz, to rock and roll, there's a performance to meet every musical taste. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the music! Concerts are canceled in the event of inclement weather. FREE