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October 2008
Events are subject to change without notice. Please call in advance to confirm dates, times, fees and possible reservation requirements.
October 4 (11-5 pm)
BOWIE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
Allen Pond Park, 3330 Northview Dr, Bowie.
301-809-3011. www.cityofbowie.org.
Celebrate our diverse cultures through food, music, and the arts. Admission FREE.
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October 4-5 (10-4 pm)
BRANDYWINE LIONS FALL CRAFT FAIR & FESTIVAL
Brandywine Lions Park, Rt 301 & Cherry Tree Crossing Rd, Cheltenham.
301-782-7900.
Historic Southern Maryland’s largest craft fair festival since 1975. 300 artisans and crafts people selling, displaying and demonstrating original creations; food, games, entertainment. ($)
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October 5 (12-5 pm)
KINDERFEST
Watkins Regional Park, 301 Watkins Park Dr, Upper Marlboro.
301-218-6700. www.pgparks.com.
Now in its 28th year. Fall festival that celebrates children and families. Enjoy entertainment, workshops and exhibits, moon bounces, carnival games, pumpkin patch, farm and nature activities, and more. Admission FREE.
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October 11 (1-6 pm)
OKTOBERFEST
Alice Ferguson Foundation/Hard Bargain Farm, 2001 Bryan Point Rd, Accokeek.
301-292-5665. www.hardbargainfarm.org.
Each fall, we open our gates to the public for a celebration of the season. Traditional Alpine music, authentic German food and drink, homemade delicacies, silent and live auction, hayrides, and more. ($)
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October 11 (9-4 pm)
RIVERFEST
Riverfront Park, Avondale St, Laurel.
301-483-0838. www.laurelboardoftrade.com.
Hayrides to Laurel Museum, scarecrow workshop, live music, puppet theater, craft vendors, and food. Festivities begin with a 5k run/walk at 9 am. Admission FREE. Held rain or shine. Sponsored by the Laurel Board of Trade.
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October 18 (10-3 pm)
PATUXENT WILDLIFE FESTIVAL
National Wildlife Visitor Center/Patuxent Research Refuge, 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel.
301-497-5763. http://patuxent.fws.gov.
Discover wildlife through behind the scene tours, habitat tram tours, live animals, research exhibits and kids crafts. Admission FREE.
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October 24-25 (7-9 pm)
MAYHEM IN MARLBOROUGH GHOST WALK
Darnall’s Chance House Museum, 14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr, Upper Marlboro.
301-952-8010. www.pgparks.com.
Take a spooky tour of historic Upper Marlboro. Meet colonial spirits and mischief-makers who once lived and worked in the county seat. Guided tours last one hour and begin at 7 pm and run continuously every 20 minutes until 9 pm. Program is not for children under the age of 6. No reservation necessary. ($)
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October 24-26 (Fri 11-10 pm, Sat 10-10, Sun 10-6 pm)
SOUTHERN MARYLAND FALL HOME SHOW
Prince George’s Equestrian Center, 14900 Pennsylvania Ave, Upper Marlboro.
301-952-7999. www.showplacearena.com.
Designed for homeowners in all stages of remodeling, landscaping and decorating their homes. Event includes hundreds of exhibits with merchandise, product demonstrations and sample vignettes. ($)
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