Celebrate autumn with a family afternoon of pumpkin painting, games and nature discovery at the waterfront.
What to expect
- Bring your own pumpkin to paint
- Explore local nature and history through interactive educational activities, games and crafts
Before you go
- October 17, 2–5 p.m.
- Smallwood State Park — Waterfront Picnic Area
- Registration is required
- Bring your own pumpkin
- Weather dependent: check Maryland State Parks’ Facebook updates on the day
- The Discovery Center is closed October 17; this event meets at the waterfront picnic area
Program information
The program is free; standard park entry fees apply. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required.
Park address: 2750 Sweden Point Road, Marbury, MD 20658.
Dress for the weather and activity, bring water, and check park updates before your visit. Contact Naturalist Liz at elizabeth.becker1@maryland.gov or 301-743-7613 for questions and meeting-point confirmation.



