Field of Honor

To honor those who serve our nation and those who have come before, Bowie will set up a Field of Honor at Sussex Lane Park. This patriotic display of 150+ flags will be set up on May 26th and will remain in place until June 5th.

Bowie Farmers' Market

Market patrons can find a variety of fresh fruit and vegetables, breads and baked goods, beef and goat meat, fresh cut flowers, and bedding plants for sale at the market. Following the Farmers' Market on Facebook for the latest info on what the vendors have available each week.

Bowie Playhouse: "Something Rotten"

"Something Rotten"- Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, "Something Rotten, the Musical!"

Sunday Sunset Concert – Bay Winds Band (Concert Music)

Join us every Sunday evening from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend for a concert in the park. Concerts are free and begin at 7 p.m. and last one hour. If you are unable to attend in person, you can still view the concerts live on Sunday evenings at 7 p.m. on: Comcast Channel 71 & 996 Verizon Channel 10 Concerts may be canceled due to inclement weather.

Field of Honor

To honor those who serve our nation and those who have come before, Bowie will set up a Field of Honor at Sussex Lane Park. This patriotic display of 150+ flags will be set up on May 26th and will remain in place until June 5th.

Volunteers Needed to Help with Transplanting Pollinator Plants

Join the Green Team Natural Resources subgroup at the Kenhill Center and help transplant pollinator plants! No prior experience or materials are required. Participants will receive a free plant to take home.

Monarch Waystation Cleanup at the Senior Center

Join the Green Team Natural Resources subgroup in maintaining their pollinator garden at the Senior Center! Green Team members will walk volunteers through methods used to maintain a healthy garden and answer any questions about pollinator-friendly plants. Student Service Learning (SSL) hours are available for volunteers. For any questions or to register please email eoxenford@cityofbowie.org.

Kid's Kaboose at Bowie Railroad Museum

Join us at the Bowie Railroad Museum as we read cute stories and try our hands at fun activities. Appropriate for ages 5 – 10 with adults. Free.

Bowie Playhouse: "Something Rotten"

"Something Rotten"- Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, "Something Rotten, the Musical!"

Semi- Annual Paper Shredding & Styrofoam Recycling Event

There will be a paper shredding and Styrofoam recycling event in the Solid Waste/Recycling parking lot at the Public Works Department. Residents can bring up to five tall kitchen bags or five archive boxes for shredding. This event is first come first served. When three trucks are filled the event will end, even if it is prior to 2 p.m.

A Green Summer Kickoff

Join Green Bowie in celebrating the start of summer with a morning of fun and sustainable activities. There will be yoga at 10 a.m., a lightbulb exchange, rain barrels for sale, an electric lawncare demo, giveaways, and more. Grab a cup of shaved ice from a truck on-site and enjoy the start of summer.

Mansion: "The Foxes of Belair" Lecture and Book Signing

Did you know that Belair Stable has two Triple Crown winners associated with it? Join us on Saturday, June 10 at 2 p.m. as author Jennifer Kelly shares the triumphant story of "The Foxes of Belair: Gallant Fox, Omaha, and the Quest for the Triple Crown." Ms. Kelly will sign books following the lecture.

Bowie Playhouse: "Something Rotten"

"Something Rotten"- Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, "Something Rotten, the Musical!"

Bowie Farmers' Market

Market patrons can find a variety of fresh fruit and vegetables, breads and baked goods, beef and goat meat, fresh cut flowers, and bedding plants for sale at the market. Following the Farmers' Market on Facebook for the latest info on what the vendors have available each week.

Bowie Playhouse: "Something Rotten"

"Something Rotten"- Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, "Something Rotten, the Musical!"

Sunday Sunset Concert – U.S. Navy Sea Chanters (Sea Chants, Broadway)

Join us every Sunday evening from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend for a concert in the park. Concerts are free and begin at 7 p.m. and last one hour. If you are unable to attend in person, you can still view the concerts live on Sunday evenings at 7 p.m. on: Comcast Channel 71 & 996 Verizon Channel 10 Concerts may be canceled due to inclement weather.

Monarch Waystation Cleanup at the Kenhill Center

Join the Green Team Natural Resources subgroup in maintaining their pollinator garden at the Kenhill Center. Green Team members will walk volunteers through methods used to maintain a healthy garden and answer any questions about pollinator-friendly plants. Student Service Learning (SSL) hours are available for volunteers. For any questions or to register please email eoxenford@cityofbowie.org.

Juneteenth African Dance Class

The community is invited to participate in a free African dance class at the Allen Pond Amphitheater prior to the showing of "42: The Jackie Robinson Story" at dark (approx. 8:45 p.m.). All ages and abilities are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and celebrate dance and music for Juneteenth!

Wine and Design at Belair: Beaded Suncatcher

Craft a colorful beaded suncatcher that you will enjoy all summer long. Light appetizers served at 6:30 p.m. Bring your beverage of choice. The craft starts promptly at 7 p.m. The cost is $25 per person. Reservations with payment are required. For additional information or to register please contact Susan Proctor at sproctor@cityofbowie.org or 301-809-3089.

Bowie Playhouse: "Something Rotten"

"Something Rotten"- Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, "Something Rotten, the Musical!"

Juneteenth Movie Night "42: The Jackie Robinson Story"

Kick off the Juneteenth holiday weekend with the screening of the movie "42" at Allen Pond Park. The movie honors the contributions of Jackie Robinson, who in 1947 became the first African American Major League Baseball (MLB) player in modern history. Both moving and inspirational, the film "42" follows Robinson’s trials and tribulations as he signs onto the Brooklyn Dodgers under team manager Branch Rickey. The film broke the record for highest box office opening weekend by a baseball movie. In Robinson's honor, since 2014, no major league player is allowed to wear #42 without special request or approval. Bring food, a blanket, or chairs to enjoy the movie. Come early for a game of trivia and line dancing. The movie will begin at dusk.

Weed Warrior Workday

Weed Warrior workdays provide an opportunity for students to earn Student Service Learning (SSL) hours while removing invasive species from our community.

Juneteenth Family Reunion

Celebrate Juneteenth and join the community to learn about the holiday and enjoy food, inflatable rides, music, dance, games, marketplace vendors, and entertainment. This is event is open to the entire community of all ages. Visit the event web page for more information.

Bowie Playhouse: "Something Rotten"

"Something Rotten"- Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, "Something Rotten, the Musical!"

Bowie Farmers' Market

Market patrons can find a variety of fresh fruit and vegetables, breads and baked goods, beef and goat meat, fresh cut flowers, and bedding plants for sale at the market. Following the Farmers' Market on Facebook for the latest info on what the vendors have available each week.

Sunday Sunset Concert – Proverbs (Reggae)

Join us every Sunday evening from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend for a concert in the park. Concerts are free and begin at 7 p.m. and last one hour. If you are unable to attend in person, you can still view the concerts live on Sunday evenings at 7 p.m. on: Comcast Channel 71 & 996 Verizon Channel 10 Concerts may be canceled due to inclement weather.

Juneteenth - City Holiday

City offices are closed for Juneteenth Day on Monday, June 19. There is no trash or recycling on this date; services will resume on the next regularly scheduled day.

Bowie Playhouse: "Something Rotten"

"Something Rotten"- Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, "Something Rotten, the Musical!"

Historic Textile Workshop: Weighted Pincushion

Monarch Waystation Cleanup at Centennial Park

Join the Green Team Natural Resources subgroup in maintaining their pollinator garden at Centennial Park. Green Team members will walk volunteers through methods used to maintain a healthy garden and answer any questions about pollinator-friendly plants. Student Service Learning (SSL) hours are available for volunteers. For any questions or to register please email eoxenford@cityofbowie.org.

Bowie Playhouse: "Something Rotten"

"Something Rotten"- Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, "Something Rotten, the Musical!"

Bowie Farmers' Market

Market patrons can find a variety of fresh fruit and vegetables, breads and baked goods, beef and goat meat, fresh cut flowers, and bedding plants for sale at the market. Following the Farmers' Market on Facebook for the latest info on what the vendors have available each week.

Sunday Sunset Concert – David Bach (Jazz)

Join us every Sunday evening from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend for a concert in the park. Concerts are free and begin at 7 p.m. and last one hour. If you are unable to attend in person, you can still view the concerts live on Sunday evenings at 7 p.m. on: Comcast Channel 71 & 996 Verizon Channel 10 Concerts may be canceled due to inclement weather.

Fairy Tale Fun At Belair Mansion

Make new friends while you enjoy great stories and making a fun craft. Snack included. Recommended for ages 3 - 8 years of age. Free. No registration is required.

Monarch Waystation Cleanup at Belair Meadows

Join the Green Team Natural Resources subgroup in maintaining their pollinator garden at Belair Meadows. Green Team members will walk volunteers through methods used to maintain a healthy garden and answer any questions about pollinator-friendly plants. Student Service Learning (SSL) hours are available for volunteers. For any questions or to register please email eoxenford@cityofbowie.org.

Old Town Bowie Revitalization Stakeholders Meeting

We'd like your input on the future of Old Town Bowie!

Regular City Council Meeting

Regular meetings of the Bowie City Council are usually held on the first and third Monday of each month (except August and December when there is only one meeting). Agendas for each meeting are posted on this site by the Friday prior to the scheduled meeting. To view the Tentative Agenda of items scheduled for upcoming meetings, please click on the Tentative Agenda link.

Bowie Education Committee Meeting

The Bowie Education Committee advises the City Council on education matters. The Committee meets on the first Tuesday of every month. These meetings are open to the public.

Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting - Virtual

Financial Advisory Committee Meeting

The Financial Advisory Committee advises the Council on the City’s fiscal condition and enhances the distribution of financial information to the community. Meetings are open to the public.

Arts Committee Meeting

Community Outreach Committee Meeting

The Community Outreach Committee promotes community welfare matters relating to the needs and resources of the community. The Committee meets on the second Tuesday of the month. These meetings are open to the public.

Information Technology Committee Meeting

The Information Technology (IT) Committee advises the City Council on matters related to the use and operation of cable television, internet, and other Information technology related services in the city.

Regular City Council Meeting

Regular meetings of the Bowie City Council are usually held on the first and third Monday of each month (except August and December when there is only one meeting). Agendas for each meeting are posted on this site by the Friday prior to the scheduled meeting. To view the Tentative Agenda of items scheduled for upcoming meetings, please click on the Tentative Agenda link.

Diversity Committee Meeting

The Diversity Committee: Fosters a climate of mutual respect among different peoples in Bowie Works toward a City workforce that better reflects the diversity of the City of Bowie, and provides equal opportunities and access for people of all backgrounds in the areas of hiring, retention, development and promotion Improves communications, between the diverse groups and communities in Bowie and the City government and leaders, offers broader input to City and community issues and encourages discussion of differing viewpoints to promote an understanding in a multicultural environment Plans events to celebrate Bowie’s diversity Investigates and addresses diversity issues that might arise.

Public Safety Committee Virtual Meeting

The mission of the Public Safety Committee is to identify and examine Bowie's public safety issues, which include but are not limited to Emergency Preparedness, Fire/EMS, and Police Services. The Committee generally meets monthly on the fourth Wednesday of the month. Meetings are open to the public. NOTICE: PSC meetings are held virtually via Microsoft Teams. Use the link provided to participate.