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September 2008
Events are subject to change without notice.
Please call in advance to confirm dates, times, fees and possible reservation
requirements.
September TBA (1-6 pm)
17TH ANNUAL BLUEBIRD BLUES FESTIVAL
Prince George’s Community College, Largo.
301-322-0853. www.pgcc.edu.
Fantastic daylong fest featuring diverse music from Piedmont folk to Chicago soul. Legendary performers live on two stages. Also featuring children’s activities, food, vendors and more. Admission is FREE. Date is tentative, call for details.
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September 4-7
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY FAIR
Prince George’s Equestrian Center, 14900 Pennsylvania Ave, Upper Marlboro.
301-952-7999. www.countyfair.org. www.showplacearena.com.
Maryland’s Oldest County Fair is back and better than ever. Featuring carnival rides, entertainment, games, displays and animals, food and much more. Thur 4-10; Fri 5-11; Sat 11-12; Sun 11-6 pm. Call for admission information. ($)
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September 6 & 13 (7:30 am-7:30 pm)
JOHN WILKES BOOTH ESCAPE ROUTE TOURS
Surratt House Museum, 9110 Brandywine Rd, Clinton.
301-868-1121. www.surratt.org.
During this narrated bus tour, follow the trail of President Lincoln's assassin from Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C. to his death near Port Royal, VA. Reservations and advanced payment required. ($)
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September 20 (1:30 & 7:30 pm)
BILL PICKETT INVITATIONAL RODEO
Show Place Arena/Prince George’s Equestrian Center, 14900 Pennsylvania Ave, Upper Marlboro.
301-952-7999. www.showplacearena.com. www.billpicketrodeo.com.
The Nation’s Only Touring Black Rodeo. See the influence of African-American cowboy, Bill Pickett, with cattle roping, bull riding and the usual rodeo activities. ($)
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September 21 (12-6 pm)
HISPANIC FESTIVAL
Lane Manor Park, 7601 West Park Dr, Adelphi.
301-445-4500 or 301-445-4508. www.pgparks.com.
Bring the family and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Prince George’s County’s Hispanic communities. Enjoy ethnic foods and music, carnival games, children’s rides, crafts, and more. ($)
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September 28 (10-4 pm)
OLD BOWIE ANTIQUES & CRAFT FALL FLING STREET FEST
Rt. 564 & Chestnut Ave, Bowie.
301-805-9280 or 301-805-9593. www.cityofbowie.org.
100+ antiques, collectibles and craft booths, clowns, bands, and railroad museum. Hosted by the Historic Old Bowie Merchants Association. FREE.
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