Help Make Halloween Special for Families and Children
CHARLES COUNTY, Md. – Help make Halloween special for families and children by donating new or gently used costumes to Charles County Recreation this spooky season. Your contributions will support those in our community, ensuring everyone has a fantastic Halloween! All sizes are needed and appreciated.
Donations are being accepted until Friday, October 24, at select locations throughout Charles County. Costumes will be available to anyone in need at our Rec Xpress Fall Festival on Sunday, October 26. Click here to learn more.
Parks Weather Monitoring
Our new weather stations and lightning detection equipment provide real-time updates in select parks. If lightning is detected within 10 miles, a strobe, siren, and countdown timer will activate, signaling all activities to stop and patrons to seek safety. After 30 lightning-free minutes, an “all-clear” siren will sound, and activities may resume based on conditions. Enjoy our parks with greater peace of mind!
Teen Hangouts: Curse of the Rec
Our FREE Teen Hangout: Curse of the Rec is a haunted twist on your favorite Friday night chill spot! Enjoy haunted games, chilling music, spooky challenges, a costume contest, and more. Don’t miss this special Halloween edition packed with eerie vibes and unforgettable fun!
Learn More and Register Online!
Youth Art Exhibit
Young artists are invited to showcase their talents to the community at our upcoming “Imagine That” Youth Art Exhibit. This exciting annual event is a celebration of creativity as we highlight the many talents of our youth!
Learn More and Register Online!
Coming Up in Parks & Recreation
Many programs are starting soon! Register today to guarantee your spot!
- Dance Classes – Dates Vary – Ages 3-12
- Art in the Dark – Adult’s Night Out – Friday, 10/17 – Ages 18+
- Chess at Knight – Friday, 10/17 – Ages 12-16
- Kid’s Night Out – Friday, 10/17 – Ages 5-14
- Scarecrow Building and Pumpkin Carving – Saturday, 10/18 – Ages 3-12
- Exploding Volcanoes – Saturday, 10/18 – Ages 305
- Cooking 101 for Tweens and Teens – Saturday, 10/18 – Ages 11-16
- Custom Body and Room Sprays – Saturday, 10/18 – Ages 16+
- Date Night Cuisine – Saturday, 10/18 – Ages 18+
- Future Chef – Tuesday, 10/21 – Ages 7-12
- Toddler Chef – Wednesday, 10/22 – Ages 2-6
- FREE! Move and Groove – Thursday, 10/23 – Ages 2-5
- FREE! Storytime – Friday, 10/24 – Ages 2-5
- Elite Halloween Spooktacular – Saturday, 10/25 – Ages 5-14
- Scarecrow Building and Pumpkin Carving – Saturday, 10/25 – Ages 3-12
- Aqua Circuit – Saturdays or Sundays starting 10/25 – Ages 18+
- Rec Xpress Fall Festival – Sunday, 10/26- All Ages
- Yoga for Beginners – Tuesdays starting 10/28 – Ages 18+
- Cakes by Christa: Halloween Cake – Thursday, 10/30 – Ages 16+
- Grandparent & Me – Friday, 10/31 – Ages 3-12
- Teen Hangout: Curse of the Rec – Friday, 10/31 – Ages 13-18
- It’s a Line Dance “Thang” – Saturdays starting 11/1 – Ages 18+
- Zumba – Tuesdays starting 11/4 – Ages 18+
- Art Adventure – Tuesday, 11/4 – Ages 2-12
- Empowerment Workshop for Women – Wednesdays starting 11/5 – Ages 21+
- Hand Dance – Thursdays starting 11/6 – Ages 18+
- Beautifully Brilliant Mentorship Program – Friday, 11/7 – Ages 8-12
- Parent & Me: Pastry & Paint Night – Friday, 11/7 – Ages 6-14
- Borinquen Volleyball Academy – Fridays starting 11/7 – Ages 8-17
- Mini Makers – Saturday, 11/8 – Ages 4-8
- School’s Out Days at Elite – Monday/Tuesday, 11/10 and 11/11 – Ages 5-14
- Students on the Go – Tuesday, 11/11 – Ages 6-10
- Click Here to Browse All Our Available Programs!
Pre-registration is required for most of our programs. Learn more about how to register for a program here