Special Events & Fundraisers
Upcoming Events-Mark Your Calendar!
MRPA Ops360: Parks Operation & Recreation Expo
Join hundreds of parks and recreation professionals, maintenance staff, facility managers, operations personnel, recreation leaders, and industry partners for the 2026 MRPA Ops360: Parks Operation & Recreation Expo—Maryland's premier outdoor trade show dedicated to the products, equipment, services, and innovations that keep our parks, facilities, and recreation programs running strong.
Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
Time: 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Location: Fairland Regional Park
13950 Old Gunpowder Road
Laurel, MD 20707
MRPA Golf Tournament
Join park and recreation professionals, industry partners, suppliers, and community leaders for two exceptional days of golf, networking, and relationship building. This premier event offers valuable opportunities to strengthen partnerships, exchange ideas, and connect with colleagues from across the region. Proceeds directly support MRPA’s educational programs, professional development initiatives, scholarships, and advocacy efforts that advance the parks and recreation profession throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C.
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Lake Presidential Golf Club
Zombie Rescue Fundraiser
Zombie Rescue is an immersive, action-packed laser tag and survival-themed fundraiser that challenges teams to navigate a zombie-infested course in a race to retrieve “The Cure.” Armed with laser tag equipment and wearing flag football belts, participants must work together to avoid zombies who attempt to pull their flags and slow their progress. Hidden bonus flags scattered throughout the course offer opportunities to reduce team completion times, adding strategy and excitement to the mission. Combining adventure, teamwork, and friendly competition, Zombie Rescue delivers a thrilling experience while supporting a great cause.
October 30-31, 2026
Partner With Us
MRPA’s Special Events and Fundraisers provide unique opportunities to connect with park and recreation professionals, community leaders, local businesses, and residents throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C. By becoming a sponsor, your organization can increase brand visibility, demonstrate community support, and build valuable relationships while helping advance programs that strengthen parks, recreation, and quality of life across our region.
Sponsorship opportunities are available at a variety of levels and can be customized to meet your marketing and community engagement goals.
Interested in becoming a sponsor or learning more about our events?
Maryland Recreation & Parks Association (MRPA)
📧 info@mdrpa.org
🌐 www.mdrpa.org
Together, we can create memorable experiences, support meaningful initiatives, and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.