- The list below includes 456 free or cheap things to do in or near Bowie, Maryland, including 116 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Specialty Museums, Laser Tag and Playgrounds.
- From Allen Pond to High Bridge Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bowie and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Washington, Arlington and Silver Spring.
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Performances from Wildflower Band, Lorenzo “Zo” Miller, Jeremy Ragsdale and other jazz artists mark the eighth year of this jazz fest
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Established in 2984, Loftmar Stables is an equine facility that has amenities including 27-acres of trails, a heated viewing room, a speaker system, and a barn. The farm provides a summer camp and is available for birthday parties.
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Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Huntington Railroad Museum presents guided tours of a small complex of railroad buildings. Explore life and history of the early Huntington railroad see the machines that guide railroad operation.
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Constructed in 1907 by William Woodward, the building that now houses the Belair Stable Museum has been home to an impressive series of champion horses over the years. The museum features exhibits that highlight this legacy.
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With mobile tickets and ticket kiosks, Regal Bowie Crossing 14 offers several purchasing alternatives for viewing the latest movie showings in its auditoriums. The theater provides discounted rates for seniors and military members.
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National Wildlife Visitor Center, a part of the Patuxent Research Refuge, is a local educational center which contains a number of informative scientific and environmental exhibits. The center also offers many outdoor recreation activities such as guided hiking trips and more.
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A city park along the Patuxent River Greenway, Patuxent Ponds Park features two ponds, and allows catch and release fishing only. The area also features hiking trails with scenic woodland views.
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Goddard Visitor Center, named after Dr. Robert H. Goddard, houses a large variety of informative exhibits which showcase NASA's work in various fields such as astrophysics, communications and more, in addition to many model and vintage artifacts.
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From league to recreational bowling, Crofton Bowling Centre is a bowling alley with a pro shop and shoe rentals. Every Friday and Saturday night, the alley hosts an event where visitors can bowl to a live DJ and flashing lights.
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The 100 acre Piney Orchard Nature Preserve has 5 miles of walking and biking trails through wetlands, woodlands, stream beds and ponds. Paved, manicured and boardwalk trails enable visitors a first hand look at the local wildlife in varied habitats.
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Crofton Bowl offers 48 lanes of bowling, as well as a snack bar and a lounge with Keno machines. They offer bumper bowling for kids, league play, and automated scoreboards.