Franklin Park Arts Center

10/14/2026

Tell us again, why aren't you coming to the Storytelling Open Mic on Thursday, October 15 at 6:00pm? The theme is Still Life -- whether you are standing still or contemplating stillness or just reminding us all that this is life -- we have the mic ready for you!

10/13/2026

Discover something new! Our Silver Script Reading Circle last month brought together newbies and seasoned performers with one mission: to read plays together out loud. Everyone was positive and encouraging and enjoyed discussing the plays as well as reading them. We would love to have you join us!
Thursday, October 15 at 3:30 pm.
Sign up online or give us a call and let us know you are coming so we can reserve a spot for you. 540-338-7973

10/13/2026

10/12/2026

Planning your week ahead? Why not add live music to the schedule! Wednesday, October 14 at 7:00pm enjoy a lively Irish music concert with Mike Henry, guitar and Terry O'Neill, fiddle. It will be a 45-60 minute session to sweeten your week.
Tickets $15 online or at the door.

10/12/2026

The whole family can be part of the magic for this show!
Saturday, October 17 at 4:00pm. Tickets $20 online or at the door.

10/10/2026

Wednesday, October 14 at 10:00am
Kids Nature Shows presents "Animals in Fall and Winter". CobraCaroline has a colorful cast of animated animal puppets and answers the question - How do animals in our neighborhood survive when it gets cold? Show runs 30 minutes.
Tickets $5 for ages 2+ online or at the door.

10/09/2026

Our Music For Dessert concert series will sweeten your week with live music in an intimate setting. In concert this week are Terry O'Neill, on fiddle, and Mike Henry, on guitar, presenting fresh takes on a variety of lively tunes, played with skill in an authentic style. It's just what you need this week!
Wednesday, October 14 at 7:00pm. Tickets online or at the door $15.

10/08/2026

A live theater experience filled with laughter, surprise, and real audience participation. Saturday, October 17 at 4:00pm. Tickets $20. https://www.franklinparkartscenter.org/event/tyler-reed-magic-that-connects/

10/03/2026

KONARK Dance School invites you to their program "Blossoming: Opening the door to a brand new story” on Sunday, 10/4 at 1:30pm. KONARK Dance School is celebrating 45 years of Guru Jayantee Paine’s teaching, choreographing and performing in the greater Washington, D.C. area. This is a rental and tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite, using the link on our website.

10/02/2026

Just a few more options for watching the MANHATTAN SHORT Films! These 10 curated films form 10 different countries will stay with you long after you leave the theater. Tickets online or at the door.