Beat the heat at Riverdale Park Station’s water fountain this weekend!
Where to play along the Route 1 Corridor this weekend: Family Campfire and roasted marshmallows in Upper Marlboro, Storytime in Hyattsville, Splash Park in College Park, Incredibles 2 Outdoor Movie at Riverdale Park Station, Irish Dance Competition and more all inside Route One Fun’s latest Kids Weekend Guide!
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Friday
Riverdale Park Station Bear Square Fountain!
Kids love to splash around this fountain right across from Whole Foods. With surround seating, you might even get a chance to sit down! Pack or lunch or buy from any one of the many nearby spots.
When: 8ish-8ish
Where: Bear Square, Riverdale Park Station, Riverdale Park
Cost: Free!
To-go Plant for MyPlate! (All Ages)
Make your plate more colorful with vegetables you learn to plant. Planting supplies provided. Bring the entire family!
When: 3:30-6:30pm
Where: 8001 Walker Mill Road, Capitol Heights
Cost: Free!
Gymnastics Workshop / Open Gym at PG Sports & Learning Complex (Ages 0-12)
Two climbing walls. Two foam pits. Tons of equipment for curious ones to explore and blow off some steam. Travel tips and our rec here!
When: 4:30-5:30pm
Where: Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex, 8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Cost: $7 per child.
Teen Fitness Night (Ages 10-17)
It’s circuit training time! Learn how to use equipment safely and the many health benefits of exercising. Wear your athletic gear. Be prepared to work up a sweat!
When: 7-9pm
Where: 5051 Pierce Avenue, College Park
Cost: Free w/ MNCPPC youth ID
Family Campfire – Animal Awakenings: Migration & More! (Ages 2+)
Enjoy a community campfire with family and friends. Share stories about animal migration and hibernation. Treat yourself to roasted marshmallows!
When: 7:30-9pm
Where: 301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro
Cost: $4
Saturday
Explore Opossums (Ages 8+)
Come find out why opossums are great for human health, sanitation, and the environment. Meet the live Opossum ambassador too!
When: 10-11am
Where: 301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro
Cost: $3
Ready to Read Storytime (Ages 3-5)
Stories, songs, fingerplays and more. Easy pace and convenient way to meet other local parents.
When: 10:15-10:45am & 11-11:30am
Where: Hyattsville Library, Hyattsville
Cost: Free!
The Last Unicorn
Join a sorcerer and young unicorn on a journey to save unicorns from extinction. This is a classical animated children’s musical. We hope you enjoy the show!
When: 11am-12:30pm
Where: 129 Centerway, Greenbelt
Cost: See here
Ellen E. Linson Splash Park
Fountains, small slides, obstacle course, water spray and more! Tip: This place gets FULL during prime time so go early/late or call ahead to see if there’s a line to get inside.
When: 12-7pm (call to confirm: 301-277-3717)
Where: 5211 Campus Drive, College Park
Cost: $5+
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Gymnastics Workshop (Ages 0-12)
Two climbing walls. Two foam pits. Tons of equipment for curious ones to explore and blow off some steam. Travel tips and our rec here! (Hours here can be erratic so call to confirm.)
When: 1:30-2:30pm
Where: Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex, 8001 Sheriff Road, Landover
Cost: $7 per child.
Straw Structures (Ages 5-12)
Build amazing structures with your family using Strawbees! Spend some quality STEM time with other youth and library staff. Have fun with your creations!
When: 2-3pm
Where: 6502 America Blvd, Hyattsville
Cost: Free!
Take a Hike!
Escape the heat under some cool tree canopies! We’ve enjoyed taking hikes at Greenbelt park *Note: As with any hike, make sure to check for ticks during and after your hike!
When: Sunrise to sunset
Where: 6565 Greenbelt Rd, Greenbelt
Cost: Free!
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Sunday
Irish Dance Competition (All Ages)
Check out an annual Irish dance and music competition featuring over 1,000 performers from around the region of all ages and levels. There’s an Irish soda bread competition too!
When: 8:30am-5:30pm
Where: 14900 Pennsylvania Ave, Upper Marlboro
Cost: Free
Lake Artemesia
Get outside and go for a stroll or a bike ride or a slow but enjoyable crawl along lovely Lake Artemesia! Last time we went, spotted some turtles, frogs, ducks & birds of all stripes, beautiful lilipads & more!
When: Sunrise to sunset
Where: Berwyn Rd & 55th Ave, Berwyn Heights
Cost: Free!
Nature Ride (Ages 10+)
Enjoy a spring bicycle ride while experiencing the beauty of the Patuxent Research Refuge’s North Tract’s local wildlife, plants, and historical sites. Learn the importance of reducing your footprint and leaving no trace on this 12-mile guided bicycle ride. Bring your own bike, snack, water bottle, and helmet. Ride is weather dependent.
When: 1-3:30pm (registration required)
Where: 230 Bald Eagle Drive, Laurel
Cost: Free
Memorial Day Movie – Incredibles 2! (All Ages)
Kickoff Memorial Day weekend with a family-friendly movie outdoors. Refreshments and popcorn provided. Bring your blankets and chairs.
When: 8pm
Where: Riverdale Park Station, 6621 Baltimore Ave, College Park
Cost: Free!
Looking Up at the Stars! (All Ages)
A local astronomy club invites you to check out the stars! Using their equipment, learn about planets, constellations, and distant galaxies, as far as the eye can see, and beyond!
When: 8:15pm
Where: 1770 Tucker Road, Fort Washington
Cost: Free!
- Did you know the Hyattsville Regal Theatre is showing kids movies this summer for just $1 as part of its Summer Movie Express promotion?!? See link for more information!
- Takoma Park Library’s Circle Time is a hit with local families.
- Explore the outdoors, do a scavenger hunt, at Patuxent Research Refuge!
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