Come visit Pointer Ridge Swim and Racquet Club Saturday, May 26 from Noon-8pm and use the pool for free. Must be accompanied by an adult, must sign in with name and email address. All rules appy to visitors, see signs posted around the pool or a Life Guard with questions. Not flotation devices allowed.

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Celebrate America's 250th birthday with a vibrant weekend of waterfront activities including a Veterans' Maker's Market, live music from the School of Rock, and boating fun on the Potomac. While there are no fireworks, families can enjoy shopping at Tanger National Harbor, a outdoor screening of Back to the Future, and a Super Hero Summer experience at Gaylord National Resort.

Local Event: July 4th Weekend At National Harbor

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July 4th Weekend At National Harbor

Celebrate America's 250th birthday with a vibrant weekend of waterfront activities including a Veterans' Maker's Market, live...

Beech Grove Farm

Celebrate 250 years of independence with festive pony rides, a moon bounce, and a patriotic cake walk for fun prizes. Enjoy free admission to the farm grounds and capture the memory with professional family portraits by Wolfspirit Photography who will be on-site for the occasion. All pony ride participants (fee) will receive a free party popper to release at 12:15 after the live performance of our national anthem!Please visit BeechGroveFarm.biz for more information and sign.beechgrovefarm.biz &nbsp;for early access to the permission portal.

Local Event: 4th of July Pony Rides at the Farm

4th of July Pony Rides at the Farm

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Granville Gude Park

The 2026 Laurel Independence Day Celebration will be July 4 at Granville Gude Park starting at 3 p.m. with a parade.
There will be field events, music, food and fun from 3 to 6 p.m. and a variety of vendors at the park from 3 to 9 p.m.&nbsp;
Fireworks will be held starting at approximately 9:15 p.m. Viewers can sit on the field to watch.

Local Event: 2026 Laurel Independence Day Celebration

2026 Laurel Independence Day Celebration

The 2026 Laurel Independence Day Celebration will be July 4 at Granville Gude Park starting at 3 p.m. with a parade.
There will...

Prince George's Stadium

The Chesapeake Baysox invites the community to join them for a night of live music, family activities, and a breathtaking fireworks display.&nbsp;Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and young fans are invited onto the field for&nbsp;nearly two&nbsp;hours of play time, including&nbsp;Kids&nbsp;Run the&nbsp;Bases, catch in the outfield, and an inflatable obstacle course. A face painter and balloon artist&nbsp;also&nbsp;will be on hand to add to the festivities. The&nbsp;evening's&nbsp;concert gets underway at approximately 6:30 p.m., featuring live performances by Blues in a Blender and Honey Sol, with the&nbsp;Star-Spangled&nbsp;Banner performed by Bullpen Brass.&nbsp;All&nbsp;of&nbsp;your favorite ballpark concessions will be available throughout the evening. Then, as night falls, the sky above Prince George's Stadium will come alive with a spectacular fireworks display.

Local Event: Chesapeake Baysox's Star Spangled Spectacular 

Chesapeake Baysox's Star Spangled Spectacular 

The Chesapeake Baysox invites the community to join them for a night of live music, family activities, and a breathtaking...

Art Play Learn at 9811 Mallard Drive, Laurel, MD 20708

A call to all adventurers! Let’s dive into the wonderous world of Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition where we’ll learn about how to create characters, basic rules of the game, and have some fun exploring a fantastical world while solving mysteries!
Ages: &nbsp;10-13
Dates: Jul 6, 2026 - Jul 10, 2026
TIme 10:00am - 1:00pm
Located conveniently next to the interchange of routes 197 &amp; 295. (We are neighbors to Primary Pediatrics' Laurel office.)
Only 6 spots. Don't wait to enroll.
Just $180 for the week
Enroll at: www.artplaylearn.com/summerCheck out our other offerings for ages 4-7, 8-12 and teens on the same page!

Local Event: Middle School D&D Homebrew Camp

Middle School D&D Homebrew Camp

A call to all adventurers! Let’s dive into the wonderous world of Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition where we’ll learn about how...

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Praying for Pennies, Inc. Rising Scholars Project is on a mission to empower young lives by providing backpacks and school supplies to students in...

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Dangerous Heat To Scorch MD, Storm Chances...

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July 4 Hours In MD: Grocery And Hardware Stores...

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