Westphalia residents can meet local businesses at Parkside’s farmers market and community business fair on Sunday, while Saturday brings the American Indian Festival to Patuxent River Park in Upper Marlboro. Both events are scheduled for the October 16–18 weekend, alongside recurring activities closer to home.
Here is what to know before making plans. All times are Eastern.
Parkside Farmers Market and Community Business Fair
Sunday, October 18 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Westphalia Clubhouse, 9601 Parkstone Drive, Upper Marlboro
Parkside at Westphalia’s farmers market and community business fair will bring farmers and business exhibitors to the clubhouse on Sunday. The advertised arrangement places the farmers market outdoors and the business fair inside, giving visitors opportunities to browse products and learn about businesses and services in the community.
Organizers describe the gathering as a way to connect residents with local entrepreneurs and service providers. The published announcement does not specify an admission charge, age restriction or advance-registration requirement for visitors. Plan separately for purchases from participating vendors. Questions about attending can be directed to info@growing-people.com.
Disclosure: The Westphalia Gazette will have an information table at the fair.
American Indian Festival at Patuxent River Park
Saturday, October 17 | 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Patuxent River Park, 16000 Croom Airport Road, Upper Marlboro
The 18th Annual American Indian Festival will offer a free, all-ages program celebrating Native American cultures and traditions. The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s event listing includes live music, traditional and contemporary dance, storytelling, arts and crafts, horsemanship, and demonstrations of Native tools and technologies.
Organizers also advertise archery, a genealogy exhibit, an artisan market and Native food vendors. Admission is free; visitors should budget separately for food and merchandise purchases. No attendee-registration requirement is listed on the official event page.
For questions about the program, contact the American Indian Program Office at 301-780-2148 or AIP@pgparks.com. Check the official listing for any additional performer information or schedule updates before attending.
Free Teen Nights in Westphalia
Friday, October 16, and Saturday, October 17 | 7–10 p.m.
Westphalia Community Center, 8900 Westphalia Road, Upper Marlboro
Westphalia Community Center’s recurring Teen Nights provide an evening recreation option within the community. The county lists Westphalia as a year-round Friday-and-Saturday location, with both evenings running from 7 to 10 p.m. The program is free.
The published schedule identifies the program for teens but does not give a numerical age range, specific activities for these dates or an advance-registration requirement. Families making a first visit should ask the center about eligibility and any identification or membership requirements before heading over.
The center can be reached at 301-516-5300 or westphaliacc@pgparks.com.
Watkins Park Farmers Market
Saturday, October 17 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Watkins Regional Park, 301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro
The Watkins Park Farmers Market offers another opportunity to shop from growers on Saturday. The market operates at the park’s Urban Farm Incubator, where organizers invite visitors to meet growers, explore the agricultural site and purchase produce.
Admission is free, and the market is open to all ages. Purchases from participating vendors are separate. The official October 17 listing does not state an advance-registration requirement.
For information about the market’s location within the park, call 301-218-6700.
Event schedules and participation requirements can change. Check the official event information before leaving, particularly when planning around a specific activity.
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