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MARYLAND RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
Date: Saturday’s & Sunday’s August 28- October 24, 2021
Time: 10AM-7PM
Location: Maryland Renaissance Festival – 1821 Crownsville Road, Annapolis, MD 21401
Details: Every one of the nine weekends of the Maryland Renaissance Festival is filled with more than 200 performers entertaining on ten stages, joust tournament field and streets of the 16th century English village. Seven weekends include additional performers or special guests to create additional themed Special Event Weekends.
MAJESTIC LAND SCHEDULE
Date/Time:
Location: St. Charles Towne Center- Waldorf, MD (Lower Level)
Details: Visit the kingdom of family fun. Majesticland is a safe, fun, and a uniquely different one-stop-shop of family entertainment that offers a world of new excitement and creates memories to last a lifetime. Geared towards children 12-years-old and under, our family entertainment center offers a variety of entertainment activities that will have your little ones never wanting to leave! Featuring indoor play area for young kids and arcade type games for older kids.
CHARLES COUNTY INDOOR POOL SCHEDULE
Dates/Time: Open Swim Hours:
Details: Both the Donald M. Wade Aquatic Center, North Point and Lackey Indoor Pool are currently open to the public with open swim hours. Visit http://bit.ly/3ptgLVa for more information and to plan your visit today!
The Donald M. Wade Aquatic Center and Lackey Indoor Pool are currently open with the following policies in place:
INDOOR MINIATURE GOLF SCHEDULE
Hours:
Location: Scary Strokes- Technology Dr. Waldorf, MD
Details: Our center provides entertainment at affordable prices for the entire family. Play a round of indoor miniature golf under our blacklights and immerse yourself in an experience unlike you’ve never played before. Lots of fun arcade games available as well.
FAMILY SKATE – ST MARYS
Date: Sunday’s
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Leonard Hall Recreation Center
Details: Come join us for Family Skate at Leonard Hall Recreation Center on Sunday’s from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Click on the calendar icon below and select the day(s) you wish to attend on the calendar. Fees: $5.00 – Admission; $2.50 – Skate Rental. Fees are per person, please select your fees after adding to cart. If you are renting skates, you will need to check the box next to Skate Rental on the fee screen. Family Skate is currently available to St. Mary’s County residents only. Face masks are required to be worn throughout the facility and while engaging in skating on the arena floor.
CARNIVAL RIDGE VFD
Date: September 9-12, 2021
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Ridge Volunteer Fire Department
Details: Come out for some fun at the annual carnival.
Cost: There is no entry fee. However, fee for food, rides and games.
PUMP IT UP WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Date: September 13-18, 2021
Location: Pump It Up-Waldorf, MD
Details:
Link
MINDFUL MONDAY AT IMAGINARIUM
Date: Monday’s
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Imaginarium – Solomons, Maryland
Details: Join us on MONDAYS for MINDFUL MORNINGS with Ms. Carissa! Mindful Mornings include a themed read aloud and corresponding hands-on craft. This month’s theme is DISNEY SHORT STORIES. Mindful Mornings are every MONDAY during Open Play from 10:00am-10:30am. Children are welcome to play before and after. The cost is FREE and is included in your paid admission for Open Play. Recommended for ages 2 and up. Book your Open Play online.
Cost: $13 Kid/ $9 Sibling
MAJESTIC LAND SCHEDULE
Date/Time:
Location: St. Charles Towne Center- Waldorf, MD (Lower Level)
Details: Visit the kingdom of family fun. Majesticland is a safe, fun, and a uniquely different one-stop-shop of family entertainment that offers a world of new excitement and creates memories to last a lifetime. Geared towards children 12-years-old and under, our family entertainment center offers a variety of entertainment activities that will have your little ones never wanting to leave! Featuring indoor play area for young kids and arcade type games for older kids.
INDOOR MINIATURE GOLF SCHEDULE
Hours:
Location: Scary Strokes- Technology Dr. Waldorf, MD
Details: Our center provides entertainment at affordable prices for the entire family. Play a round of indoor miniature golf under our blacklights and immerse yourself in an experience unlike you’ve never played before. Lots of fun arcade games available as well.
PUMP IT UP WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Date: September 13-18, 2021
Location: Pump It Up-Waldorf, MD
Details:
Link
LITTLE LEAPERS
Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays and now (Saturday’s 9:00 AM -11:00 AM)
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Saturday’s 9:00 AM -11:00 AM)
Details: Toddler time is back with a new program now known as Little Leapers! Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play adventure, created for parents and little ones to enjoy together. You’ll love watching your child bounce, climb, and explore in a safe environment while interacting with similar age children and learning about sharing, teamwork, and other important social skills. Bond, make memories, and watch your Little Leaper thrive.
Age Group: Children 5 years old and under.
Cost: $10
MAJESTIC LAND SCHEDULE
Date/Time:
Location: St. Charles Towne Center- Waldorf, MD (Lower Level)
Details: Visit the kingdom of family fun. Majesticland is a safe, fun, and a uniquely different one-stop-shop of family entertainment that offers a world of new excitement and creates memories to last a lifetime. Geared towards children 12-years-old and under, our family entertainment center offers a variety of entertainment activities that will have your little ones never wanting to leave! Featuring indoor play area for young kids and arcade type games for older kids.
INDOOR MINIATURE GOLF SCHEDULE
Hours:
Location: Scary Strokes- Technology Dr. Waldorf, MD
Details: Our center provides entertainment at affordable prices for the entire family. Play a round of indoor miniature golf under our blacklights and immerse yourself in an experience unlike you’ve never played before. Lots of fun arcade games available as well.
NATURE CONNECTION
Date: September 14, 2021
Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Cobb Island Park
Details: Calling all outdoor explorers! Nature crafts, outdoor skills, an interactive scavenger hunt and more. We will bring your child closer to nature in a truly fun and exciting way. All supplies will be presorted and no supplies will be shared. Registration is available online only. No walk-in’s will be allowed.
Ages: 7-14
Registration Fee: $20
WALDORF SKATE CENTER- OPEN SKATE
Dates/Times:
Tuesday & Thursday Evening 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday Evening 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday Afternoon 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturday Evening 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday Afternoon 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Roller-skating is one way for kids to get some exercise and it’s something the whole family can do. Waldorf Roller Skating Center Roller and Inline Skating Rink offers open skating, where the rink is open to the public, as well as private access to the skating rink for events such as a birthday party. The rink offers rentals for regular roller skates and you are free to bring your own regular or inline skates. For beginners, skating classes are available for kids and adults of all ages. ***Always call first or check site before attending event***
Cost:
Family Night (Tuesday & Thursday Night)
$4.00 for Admission + $1.00 Skate Rental
Afternoon Skate Sessions
$7.00 for Admission + $2.00 Skate Rental
Evening Skate Session
$8.00 for Admission + $2.00 Skate Rental
Contact us at:
http://www.waldorfskatingcenter.com
LAPLATA FARMERS MARKET- SCHEDULE
PUMP IT UP WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Date: September 13-18, 2021
Location: Pump It Up-Waldorf, MD
Details:
Link
MAJESTIC LAND SCHEDULE
Date/Time:
Location: St. Charles Towne Center- Waldorf, MD (Lower Level)
Details: Visit the kingdom of family fun. Majesticland is a safe, fun, and a uniquely different one-stop-shop of family entertainment that offers a world of new excitement and creates memories to last a lifetime. Geared towards children 12-years-old and under, our family entertainment center offers a variety of entertainment activities that will have your little ones never wanting to leave! Featuring indoor play area for young kids and arcade type games for older kids.
INDOOR MINIATURE GOLF SCHEDULE
Hours:
Location: Scary Strokes- Technology Dr. Waldorf, MD
Details: Our center provides entertainment at affordable prices for the entire family. Play a round of indoor miniature golf under our blacklights and immerse yourself in an experience unlike you’ve never played before. Lots of fun arcade games available as well.
FIRST RESPONDER NIGHT
Date: Wednesdays
Time: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Running Hare Vineyard
Details: We appreciate the hard work that our First Responders, Military, Police, Medical staff, and EMS put in for our community. We would like to show that appreciation by having First Responders Night at Running Hare Vineyard! 25% off with a valid ID – every Wednesday!
WEEKLY STORY TIME – LA PLATA BRANCH
Date: Thursday’s
Times:
Description: Story Time is a weekly “must” for children ages 0 to 5. Each program includes book reading, dancing & music, flannel board activities, and tons of fun!
Library: Charles County Public Library- La Plata
Event Type: Library
Age Group: 0 – 5 Years Old
Registration: None/Walk-ins Welcome
Event Link
PUMP IT UP WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Date: September 13-18, 2021
Location: Pump It Up-Waldorf, MD
Details:
Link
LITTLE LEAPERS
Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays and now (Saturday’s 9:00 AM -11:00 AM)
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Saturday’s 9:00 AM -11:00 AM)
Details: Toddler time is back with a new program now known as Little Leapers! Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play adventure, created for parents and little ones to enjoy together. You’ll love watching your child bounce, climb, and explore in a safe environment while interacting with similar age children and learning about sharing, teamwork, and other important social skills. Bond, make memories, and watch your Little Leaper thrive.
Age Group: Children 5 years old and under.
Cost: $10
MAJESTIC LAND SCHEDULE
Date/Time:
Location: St. Charles Towne Center- Waldorf, MD (Lower Level)
Details: Visit the kingdom of family fun. Majesticland is a safe, fun, and a uniquely different one-stop-shop of family entertainment that offers a world of new excitement and creates memories to last a lifetime. Geared towards children 12-years-old and under, our family entertainment center offers a variety of entertainment activities that will have your little ones never wanting to leave! Featuring indoor play area for young kids and arcade type games for older kids.
INDOOR MINIATURE GOLF SCHEDULE
Hours:
Location: Scary Strokes- Technology Dr. Waldorf, MD
Details: Our center provides entertainment at affordable prices for the entire family. Play a round of indoor miniature golf under our blacklights and immerse yourself in an experience unlike you’ve never played before. Lots of fun arcade games available as well.
CHARLES COUNTY FAIR
Date/Time:
Location: 8440 Fairground Road La Plata, MD
Information: Every September, the Charles County Fair Board is proud to put on an old-fashioned county fair with farm animals, a carnival, displays of all kinds, demonstrations, and plenty of food. Deal Days: Thursday- Ride All Evening For One Price. Friday- All School Age Children admitted FREE on Friday, September 13th from 9:00am to 5:00pm. “Kids Day” All Rides Reduced From 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Sunday- Ride 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM For One Price.
Cost: Age 11 and over: $10.00/ Age 10 and under: FREE / 4 Day Passes: $25.00
FREE Parking on-site and at the satellite location at the Government building in La Plata.
WALDORF SKATE CENTER- OPEN SKATE
Dates/Times:
Tuesday & Thursday Evening 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday Evening 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday Afternoon 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturday Evening 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday Afternoon 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Roller-skating is one way for kids to get some exercise and it’s something the whole family can do. Waldorf Roller Skating Center Roller and Inline Skating Rink offers open skating, where the rink is open to the public, as well as private access to the skating rink for events such as a birthday party. The rink offers rentals for regular roller skates and you are free to bring your own regular or inline skates. For beginners, skating classes are available for kids and adults of all ages. ***Always call first or check site before attending event***
Cost:
Family Night (Tuesday & Thursday Night)
$4.00 for Admission + $1.00 Skate Rental
Afternoon Skate Sessions
$7.00 for Admission + $2.00 Skate Rental
Evening Skate Session
$8.00 for Admission + $2.00 Skate Rental
Contact us at:
http://www.waldorfskatingcenter.com
SCHOOLS OUT DAYS
Date: Friday September 17, 2021
Time: All Day
Location: Elite Gym
CHARLES COUNTY FAIR
Date/Time:
Location: 8440 Fairground Road La Plata, MD
Information: Every September, the Charles County Fair Board is proud to put on an old-fashioned county fair with farm animals, a carnival, displays of all kinds, demonstrations, and plenty of food. Deal Days: Thursday- Ride All Evening For One Price. Friday- All School Age Children admitted FREE on Friday, September 13th from 9:00am to 5:00pm. “Kids Day” All Rides Reduced From 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Sunday- Ride 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM For One Price.
Cost: Age 11 and over: $10.00/ Age 10 and under: FREE / 4 Day Passes: $25.00
FREE Parking on-site and at the satellite location at the Government building in La Plata.
OUTDOOR MINI MONET – ST MARYS COUNTY LIBRARY
Date: September 17, 2021
Time: 9:30am – 10:30am
Location: Lexington Park Library
Details: Join us for an exciting outdoor art adventure! Prepare to make a “mess-terpiece” through engaging and messy art play for babies and toddlers!
Register: Required. Register with your email address to secure your spot in an active, artful hour of play with your baby or toddler. This event will be held on Lexington Park Library’s front lawn. Wearing clothes that you don’t mind getting messy is recommended.
Age: Toddler, Baby
LEGACY FARM LAWNSCAPES
Date: Friday, Saturday & Sunday (September 18- October 31, 2021)
Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: 5190 Leonardtown Rd. Waldorf MD 20601
Phone: (301) 861-8414
Details: Middleton’s Legacy Farm Lawnscapes welcomes you to their fall festival. This years grand opening is Friday September 18, 2021. The farm will be open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 10AM-6PM. The entrance fee is $10/per person. Children ages 2 and under are free. The entrance fee includes access to; farm animals, 3+ acre corn maze, three bounce houses, hay ride, pumpkin patch (pumpkins are available for an additional price) and games. Games include corn hole, pumpkin tic tac toe, pumpkin bowling, bean bag toss and soccer. New this 2020 season- Pumpkin Slingshot, kiddie sorghum maze, sound garden and climbing tire pile.
PUMP IT UP WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Date: September 13-18, 2021
Location: Pump It Up-Waldorf, MD
Details:
Link
MAJESTIC LAND SCHEDULE
Date/Time:
Location: St. Charles Towne Center- Waldorf, MD (Lower Level)
Details: Visit the kingdom of family fun. Majesticland is a safe, fun, and a uniquely different one-stop-shop of family entertainment that offers a world of new excitement and creates memories to last a lifetime. Geared towards children 12-years-old and under, our family entertainment center offers a variety of entertainment activities that will have your little ones never wanting to leave! Featuring indoor play area for young kids and arcade type games for older kids.
INDOOR MINIATURE GOLF SCHEDULE
Hours:
Location: Scary Strokes- Technology Dr. Waldorf, MD
Details: Our center provides entertainment at affordable prices for the entire family. Play a round of indoor miniature golf under our blacklights and immerse yourself in an experience unlike you’ve never played before. Lots of fun arcade games available as well.
ART IN THE PARK
Date: September 17, 2021
Time: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Jefferson Paterson Park – 10515 Mackall Rd. Saint Leonard, MD
Details: Art in the Park at JPPM. Featuring local vendors, small businesses, and crafters. Support local vendors, small businesses, and crafters. Artists will be selling original handmade crafts including jewelry, skin care, pottery, and more.
Cost: FREE
Registration: No advanced registration for event attendance.
OPEN JUMP & GLOW JUMP AT SKY ZONE WALDORF
Date: Most Friday’s
Time:
Location: Sky Zone Waldorf – 4390 Crain Hwy. White Plains MD 20695
PAJAMA PARTY
Date: September 17, 2021
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Imaginarium- Solomons, MD
Details: Drop off your bathroom independent child (ages 3 and up) for our Pajama Party KIDS NIGHT OUT! Kids will participate in fun games, PLAY in their pjs, and enjoy a pizza dinner while YOU enjoy the evening out KID-FREE!
Cost: FEE/Sibling rates available.
Preregistration: Required Book here.
WALDORF SKATE CENTER- OPEN SKATE
Dates/Times:
Tuesday & Thursday Evening 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday Evening 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday Afternoon 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturday Evening 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday Afternoon 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Roller-skating is one way for kids to get some exercise and it’s something the whole family can do. Waldorf Roller Skating Center Roller and Inline Skating Rink offers open skating, where the rink is open to the public, as well as private access to the skating rink for events such as a birthday party. The rink offers rentals for regular roller skates and you are free to bring your own regular or inline skates. For beginners, skating classes are available for kids and adults of all ages. ***Always call first or check site before attending event***
Cost:
Family Night (Tuesday & Thursday Night)
$4.00 for Admission + $1.00 Skate Rental
Afternoon Skate Sessions
$7.00 for Admission + $2.00 Skate Rental
Evening Skate Session
$8.00 for Admission + $2.00 Skate Rental
Contact us at:
http://www.waldorfskatingcenter.com
MONTPELIER FARMS
Location: 1720 North Crain Highway, Upper Marlboro, MD
Phone: 410-320-0464
Website: www.montpelierfarms.com
Information: Montpelier Farms is open September 18, 2021 – November 7, 2021. September hours- Saturdays 9AM-11PM, Sundays 9AM-7PM. October Fridays 9AM-5PM, Saturday 9AM-11PM and Sundays 9AM-7PM. November Saturday 10AM-9PM and Sunday 11AM-6PM. It’s recommended to purchase tickets online in advanced. Admissions prices are $12 per person, Kids 2 and under are Free! Fall Festival activities include: 7 acre corn maze, “Jack and the Beanstalk” corn maze, hay rides, petting zoo, pedal karts, cow belly bounce house, pumpkin bounce house, hay & play, kiddie corral, corn tepee, roping range, farm football lounge, “Spookley the square pumpkin” movie screening and bonfires.
CHARLES COUNTY FAIR
Date/Time:
Location: 8440 Fairground Road La Plata, MD
Information: Every September, the Charles County Fair Board is proud to put on an old-fashioned county fair with farm animals, a carnival, displays of all kinds, demonstrations, and plenty of food. Deal Days: Thursday- Ride All Evening For One Price. Friday- All School Age Children admitted FREE on Friday, September 13th from 9:00am to 5:00pm. “Kids Day” All Rides Reduced From 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Sunday- Ride 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM For One Price.
Cost: Age 11 and over: $10.00/ Age 10 and under: FREE / 4 Day Passes: $25.00
FREE Parking on-site and at the satellite location at the Government building in La Plata.
STORYTIME : INSIDE CCPL
Date: Saturdays
Time: 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
Location: Calvert County Library- Prince Frederick, MD
Details: Story time
Cost: FREE
Age: Preschool/Babies
COLONIAL MARKET AND FAIR
Date: September 18, 2021
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Mt. Vernon
Details: Take in the sights and sounds of the marketplace on Mount Vernon’s 12-acre field.
Colonial Market & Fair is included with general admission. Admission is free for Mount Vernon members.
Cost: General Admission
Registration: Walk-in welcome
LAPLATA FARMERS MARKET- SCHEDULE
LITTLE LEAPERS
Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays and now (Saturday’s 9:00 AM -11:00 AM)
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Saturday’s 9:00 AM -11:00 AM)
Details: Toddler time is back with a new program now known as Little Leapers! Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play adventure, created for parents and little ones to enjoy together. You’ll love watching your child bounce, climb, and explore in a safe environment while interacting with similar age children and learning about sharing, teamwork, and other important social skills. Bond, make memories, and watch your Little Leaper thrive.
Age Group: Children 5 years old and under.
Cost: $10
PUBLIC ARCHEOLOGICAL DAY
Date: Saturdays in September
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00
Location: Jefferson Patterson
Details: Public Archaeology 2021- Every year, volunteers are given the opportunity to see what it is like to be an archaeologist and excavate an actual site, through our Public Archaeology Program. Mornings will be spent excavating test units, screening soil for artifacts and mapping remains associated with an 18th-century plantation on the park grounds. Afternoons will be spent either at the archaeological site or in the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Lab, doing a combination of hands-on archaeological activities, such as washing, sorting and labeling artifacts, photographing archaeological features artifacts, touring the lab and more.
FORREST HALL FARM AND ORCHARD
Location: 39136 Avie Lane, Mechanicsville, MD
Phone: 301-884-3086
Website: Forrest Hall Farm and Orchard
Information: Forrest Hall opens for Fall Festival starting September 18, 2021 through the end of October on weekends from 9 AM -5 PM. Weekdays by appointment. Admission is $9, Groups $8 under age 3 free, activities include: corn maze, hayride, farm animals, play area and more.
MAJESTIC LAND SCHEDULE
Date/Time:
Location: St. Charles Towne Center- Waldorf, MD (Lower Level)
Details: Visit the kingdom of family fun. Majesticland is a safe, fun, and a uniquely different one-stop-shop of family entertainment that offers a world of new excitement and creates memories to last a lifetime. Geared towards children 12-years-old and under, our family entertainment center offers a variety of entertainment activities that will have your little ones never wanting to leave! Featuring indoor play area for young kids and arcade type games for older kids.
MARYLAND RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
Date: Saturday’s & Sunday’s August 28- October 24, 2021
Time: 10AM-7PM
Location: Maryland Renaissance Festival – 1821 Crownsville Road, Annapolis, MD 21401
Details: Every one of the nine weekends of the Maryland Renaissance Festival is filled with more than 200 performers entertaining on ten stages, joust tournament field and streets of the 16th century English village. Seven weekends include additional performers or special guests to create additional themed Special Event Weekends.
LEGACY FARM LAWNSCAPES
Date: Friday, Saturday & Sunday (September 18- October 31, 2021)
Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: 5190 Leonardtown Rd. Waldorf MD 20601
Phone: (301) 861-8414
Details: Middleton’s Legacy Farm Lawnscapes welcomes you to their fall festival. This years grand opening is Friday September 18, 2021. The farm will be open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 10AM-6PM. The entrance fee is $10/per person. Children ages 2 and under are free. The entrance fee includes access to; farm animals, 3+ acre corn maze, three bounce houses, hay ride, pumpkin patch (pumpkins are available for an additional price) and games. Games include corn hole, pumpkin tic tac toe, pumpkin bowling, bean bag toss and soccer. New this 2020 season- Pumpkin Slingshot, kiddie sorghum maze, sound garden and climbing tire pile.
RETRO FEST
Date: September 18, 2021
Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Island & Piney Point Museums
Details: 2nd Annual RetroFest on the Potomac, on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park. RetroFest on the Potomac represents all things vintage. Check out classic cars, browse for vintage treasures and step back in time to the nostalgic tunes of yesteryear. From the 40s to the 70s, whatever your decade, the public is invited to get their “Rockabilly” on and support the mission of Piney Point Lighthouse and Historic Park. This great event will feature lots of fun, including live retro music and entertainment from “The Rockin’ House Party” with Vince ‘Slimtie’ Turner”; vintage vendors; kids’ activities; Hot Rod & Classic Cars on display from the St. Mary’s Rod & Classic Car Club; Retro Pin-Up Photo Contest; entrance to visit museum exhibits and lighthouse; food trucks & beer wagon (no outside food or drink will be allowed into the event); and more.
THE CULTURE CROSSING
Date: Saturdays September 16, 2021 & October 16, 2021
Time: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: Rails to Trails- Calvert Terrace
Details: Come out for a community bazaar featuring art, artists, goods, wares, food, music, and demonstrations highlighting our local and diverse community.
Cost: FREE
Registration: No pre-registration for attendance
COX FARM SCHEDULE
Location: 15621 Braddock Rd Centreville, VA
Phone: 703-830-4121
Website: www.coxfarms.com
Information: Cox Farm Fall Festival was closed last year, so I’m happy to announce they are back in business! Cox Farm is celebrating its 45th annual Fall Festival which runs the weekend of September 18-19 than daily from Sept. 25– Nov. 7 from 10 AM -6 PM. With a map full of outdoor activities, goat village, and Cornundrum Cornfield Adventure you will need more than one visit to see and do everything. This farm features the awesome six lane wide, 150 foot long dinosaur of a slide. Be sure to check out their website for events and live entertainment schedule.
BELVEDERE PLANTATION SCHEDULE
Date: Open Tuesday-Sunday (September 18, 2021 – October 31, 2021)
Time: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Location: 1410 Belvedere Dr. Fredericksburg, VA 22408
Phone: 540-373-4478
Website: www.belvedereplantation.com
Information: Belvedere Plantation is a 645 acre heritage farm, built in the 1760s on the historic Rappahannock River near Fredericksburg, Virginia. You are sure to have hours of fun with attractions like a zipline, straw jump, trike track, pumpkin mountain slide, pedal carts, barrel train and jumping pillow. Check out their website for information on events like the Final Flashlight Maze and Pumpkin Pounding Event. Their 2021 season starts September 18th. Open every days except Monday. The only Monday the farm is open is on Columbus Day.
GREENSTREET GARDEN SCHEDULE
Location: 391 West Bay Front Rd. Lothian, MD
Phone: 410-867-9500
Website: Greenstreet Gardens
Information: Information: Greenstreet Gardens is a beautiful and serine farm located in Lothian, Maryland. Green Street’s Fall Festival is open September 18 – October 31, 2021 every weekend from 10:30 AM -5 PM. Green Street Gardens is family and community friendly and offers an array of fun events this season such as: Hero’s Weekend, Costume Parade and Grandparents weekend. Your little ones are sure to love the giant corn box, cow train and jumbo jumping pillow. General admission starts at $13.50.
RETRO FEST
Date: September 18, 2021
Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Piney Point Light House Museum
Details: Adore classic cars, browse vintage treasures & step back in time to the nostalgic tunes of yesteryear. RetroFest on the Potomac represents all things vintage. From the 40s to the 70s – whatever your decade, support the Piney Point Lighthouse Museum. Events runs from 11AM to 5PM. Event Includes:
Tickets can be purchased online here (https://friendsmuseumstore.square.site/…/retro-fest…/324) or by calling the museum at 301-994-1471. Walk-up tickets can be purchased day-of, if available.
CHARLES COUNTY INDOOR POOL SCHEDULE
Dates/Time: Open Swim Hours:
Details: Both the Donald M. Wade Aquatic Center, North Point and Lackey Indoor Pool are currently open to the public with open swim hours. Visit http://bit.ly/3ptgLVa for more information and to plan your visit today!
The Donald M. Wade Aquatic Center and Lackey Indoor Pool are currently open with the following policies in place:
INDOOR MINIATURE GOLF SCHEDULE
Hours:
Location: Scary Strokes- Technology Dr. Waldorf, MD
Details: Our center provides entertainment at affordable prices for the entire family. Play a round of indoor miniature golf under our blacklights and immerse yourself in an experience unlike you’ve never played before. Lots of fun arcade games available as well.
GLOW JUMP AT SKY ZONE WALDORF
Date: Most Saturdays
Time: Glow Jump 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Sky Zone Waldorf – 4390 Crain Hwy. White Plains MD 20695
SALUTE SUNSET CONCERTS
Date: Saturday’s
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Location: National Harbor Lawn
Details: There’s nothing more patriotic than spending the evening under the stars listing to the Nations Armed Forces bands over looking the nations capital. Visitors and local residents are invited to enjoy FREE outdoor musical performances on Saturday nights from 7 to 8:30 PM. Bring a chair and enjoy an evening with performing ensembles of the USAF Band or the Army Band. Concerts are free and open to the public. These events are subject to weather cancellations. To check the status of a concert, please visit our Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.
SALUTE THE SUNSET SCHEDULE
29-May USAF Airman of Note
31-May USAF Airman of Note
5-Jun USAF Concert Band
12-Jun USAF Airman of Note
19-Jun USAF Concert Band
26-Jun USAF Airman of Note
3-Jul USAF Concert Band
10-Jul USAF Airman of Note
17-Jul USAF Airman of Note
24-Jul USAF Singing Sargents
31-Jul USAF Concert Band
7-Aug USAF Concert Band
14-Aug USAF Airman of Note
21-Aug USAF Concert Band
28-Aug USAF Airman of Note
25-Sep Army U.S. Army Concert Band
Age Group: All Ages/Family Friendly
Cost: FREE
For more information visit http://www.nationalharbor.com/events/list/
WALDORF SKATE CENTER- OPEN SKATE
Dates/Times:
Tuesday & Thursday Evening 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday Evening 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday Afternoon 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturday Evening 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday Afternoon 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Roller-skating is one way for kids to get some exercise and it’s something the whole family can do. Waldorf Roller Skating Center Roller and Inline Skating Rink offers open skating, where the rink is open to the public, as well as private access to the skating rink for events such as a birthday party. The rink offers rentals for regular roller skates and you are free to bring your own regular or inline skates. For beginners, skating classes are available for kids and adults of all ages. ***Always call first or check site before attending event***
Cost:
Family Night (Tuesday & Thursday Night)
$4.00 for Admission + $1.00 Skate Rental
Afternoon Skate Sessions
$7.00 for Admission + $2.00 Skate Rental
Evening Skate Session
$8.00 for Admission + $2.00 Skate Rental
Contact us at:
http://www.waldorfskatingcenter.com
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