September...

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.

September TBA (1–6pm)

18TH ANNUAL BLUEBIRD BLUES FESTIVAL

Prince George’s Community College, 301 Largo Rd, Largo 20774
301-322-0853 | www.pgcc.edu

Now in its eighteenth year, the daylong blues festival features the diverse music from Piedmont folk to Chicago soul. Legendary performers live on two stages. Also available are children’s activities, food, vendors and more. Admission is FREE. Date
and additional details to be announced and will be posted on www.pgcc.edu.

September 2–6

ABBEY ROAD ON THE RIVER BEATLES FESTIVAL

Gaylord Natl. Resort and Con. Center, 201 Waterfront St, National Harbor 20745
www.gaylordnational.com
It’s the world’s largest Beatles-inspired music festival and there’s nothing else like it on the East Coast.

Gaylord National Resort will host two indoor stages, four outdoor stages, seminar gatherings, and a Fab Four merchandise marketplace for the comfort and enjoyment of Beatles fans both young and young-at-heart. ($)

September 4, 11, 18 (7:30 am-7:30 pm)

JOHN WILKES BOOTH ESCAPE ROUTE TOURS

Surratt House Museum, 9118 Brandywine Rd, Clinton 20735
301-868-1121 | www.surratt.org
During this narrated bus tour, follow the trail of President Lincoln’s assassin from Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C. to his death near Port Royal, VA. Reservations and advanced payment required. ($)

September 6 (8 pm)

VIRGINIA TECH VS. BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL

Fed Ex Filed, Fed Ex Way, Landover 20785

301-276-6000 | www.redskins.com

Nationally televised on ESPN, at the home field of the Washington Redskins. ($)

September 9-12 (various times)

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY FAIR

Show Place Arena/Prince George's Equestrian Center, 14900 Pennsylvania Ave, Upper Marlboro 20772

301-952-7999 | www.showplacearena.com | www.countyfair.org

This annual event features live animals, carnival games and rides, food, contests and more. Entertainment and attractions for all ages. ($)

September 9-30

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL PRESENTS “OVO”

The Plateau @ National Harbor, 201 Harborview Ave, National Harbor 20745
1-877-NATL-HBR www.nationalharbor.com | www.cirqudusoleil.com
Cirque Du Soleil returns to National Harbor with the new show, “OVO”. It is a headlong rush into a colorful ecosystem teeming with life, where insects work, eat, crawl, flutter, play, fight and look for love in a non-stop riot of energy and movement. “OVO” is overflowing with contrasts. The hidden, secret world at our
feet is revealed as tender and torrid, noisy and quiet, peaceful and chaotic. And, as the sun rises on a bright new day, the vibrant cycle of insect life begins anew. ($)

September 10, 12 (8 pm, 3 pm)

LIZ LERMAN DANCE EXCHANGE:THE MATTER OF ORIGINS

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Kay Theatre, University of Maryland
College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

The Matter of Origins opens the season with
what Liz Lerman describes as “a performance, a conversation, a floor show, a quiz show and a chance to meet big minds.” The work uses science as its point of departure but even though the company has engaged physicists to help them explore the topic, The Matter of Origins is not just a dance about physics
but a lively meditation on the capacity of the human mind to imagine, discern, speculate and draw conclusions. ($)

September 11 (3 pm)

VICTORIAN TEA

Marietta House Museum, 5626 Bell Station Rd, Glenn Dale 20769

301-464-5291 | www.pgparks.com

Enjoy a traditional Victorian tea on Marietta’s manicured lawn surrounded by beautiful fall foliage. In case of inclement weather, the program will be moved indoors. Reservations and payment required in advance. ($)

September 17 (6-8 pm)

OPENING RECEPTION: BETWEEN FENCES: A SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTE TRAVELING EXHIBIT

Montpelier Mansion, 9650 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel 20708
301-377-7817 | www.pgparks.com
This exhibit explores physical and metaphorical boundaries and examines history

of development and immigration. Sponsored by the Smithsonian Institution and the Maryland Humanities Council. FREE

September 18–November 7 (11 am- 4 pm)

BETWEEN FENCES: A SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTE TRAVELING EXHIBIT

Montpelier Mansion, 9650 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel 20708
301-377-7817 | www.pgparks.com
This exhibit explores physical and metaphorical boundaries and examines history

of development and immigration. Sponsored by the Smithsonian Institution and the Maryland Humanities Council. FREE

September 18 (12-9 pm)

PORT TOWNS DAY

Bladensburg Waterfront Park, 4601 Annapolis Rd, Bladensburg 20710 

301-779-0371 | www.pgparks.com

This family festival is sponsored by the towns of Bladensburg, Colmar Manor, Edmonston and Cottage City. Enjoy music, prizes, food, crafts, vendors, a movie and other activities. Free admission. Rain date, Oct. 2.

September 19 (7:30 am)

WOODROW WILSON BRIDGE HALF MARATHON

137 National Plaza, National Harbor 20745. Buses will transport runners from National Harbor to Mount Vernon for the race start.

www.wilsonhalfbridge.com

The Woodrow Wilson Bridge Half Marathon covers the very same first eight miles of the beautifully scenic and rolling George Washington Parkway Classic. Then the course gets challenging as you go up the bridge and meet the "Rude Awakening" before finishing at The Awakening Statue in National Harbor. ($)

September 19

HISPANIC FESTIVAL

Lane Manor Park. 7601 West Park Dr & University Blvd, Adelphi, 20783
301.445.4500 | www.pgparks.com
The 29th annual event celebrates the rich heritage of our Hispanic communities. Carnival games, pony rides, arts & crafts, music, entertainment, exhibitors. Admission is FREE

September 21 (5:30 pm)

TAKE FIVE: GENADI ZAGOR, PIANIST

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University of Maryland
College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

FREE

September 21 (8pm)

GERSHWIN SONGBOOK

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University of Maryland
College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

School of Music Faculty Ensemble. FREE

September 24 (8 pm)

THE GERSHWIN PROJECT: RUSSIAN GERSHWIN

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Dekelboum Concert Hall, University of Maryland
College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

The Gershwin Project revisits the work of an American master who held iconic status in Soviet Russia as an emblem of American culture. With Russian pianists Genadi Zagor and Vakhtang Kodanashvili, the Ensemble performs Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, Three Preludes, Concert in F and Cuban Overture— distinctly American work from a decidedly Russian perspective. ($)

September 25 (12–6 pm)

AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE DAY

National Colonial Farm, 3400 Bryan Point Rd, Accokeek 20607
301.283.2113 | www.accokeek.org

This year's event, titled Common Ground: Connecting Food, Land and History, will be an entertaining and engaging exploration of African American culture with a special focus on foodways of the region. Rain or shine. FREE

September 25 (1:30 & 7:30 pm)

BILL PICKETT RODEO

The Show Place Arena, 14900 Pennsylvania Ave, Upper Marlboro 20772

301-925-7999 | www.showplacearena.com | www.ticketmaster.com

The nation's only touring African American Rodeo, features live action and competition. ($)

September 25–26

DAS BEST OKTOBERFEST @ NATIONAL HARBOR

137 National Plaza, National Harbor 20745
1-877-NATL-HBR | www.nationalharbor.com | www.dasbestoktoberfest.com
Germany lands in our Nation’s Capital and they’re bringing lots of beer. Featuring lots of the best international beers and wines, Oompah bands, great German food, and more. ($)

September 26 (10–5pm)

OLD BOWIE ANTIQUES & CRAFT FALL STREET FEST

Rt. 564 & Chestnut Ave, Bowie 20716
301-464-2999
www.antiquesoldtownbowie.org | www.cityofbowie.org
100+ antiques, collectibles and craft booths, clowns, bands, and railroad museum. Hosted by the Historic Old Bowie Merchants Association. FREE.

September 30 (8pm)

UM SCHOOL OF MUSIC: UM WIND ORCHESTRA

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Dekelboum Concert Hall, University of Maryland
College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

Featuring three composers who have fearlessly pushed musical boundaries of their time, this program celebrates the spirit of innovation. ($)