Events & Festivals
There's always something happening in Charm City. From Fells Point Fest to the Hon Fest to Artscape, there's never a dull weekend in Baltimore. Here's a go-to guide for all the info you need to get get to the festivals and events and enjoy them to their max.
Baltimore Thanksgiving Parade
Always the Saturday before Thanksgiving, Baltimore's Thanksgiving Parade kicks off the holiday season with a visit from Santa. The parade goes down Pratt Street through the Inner Harbor.
Always the Saturday before Thanksgiving, Baltimore's Thanksgiving Parade kicks off the holiday season with a visit from Santa. The parade goes down Pratt Street through the Inner Harbor.
November 2009 Baltimore Calendar of Events
Fall is in full swing in November, and the calendar is packed with events throughout Baltimore. Your November Calendar of Events in Baltimore.
Fall is in full swing in November, and the calendar is packed with events throughout Baltimore. Your November Calendar of Events in Baltimore.
2009 Maryland Home, Garden, and Living Show and Fall Craft Show
The Maryland Home, Garden, and Living Show is held in conjunction with the Maryland Fall Craft Show at the state fairgrounds in Timonium. More than 500 exhibitors will be in attendance over the three days, which include everything from comedic antique appraising to wine tasting.
The Maryland Home, Garden, and Living Show is held in conjunction with the Maryland Fall Craft Show at the state fairgrounds in Timonium. More than 500 exhibitors will be in attendance over the three days, which include everything from comedic antique appraising to wine tasting.
2009 Russian Festival in Baltimore
The Russian Festival in Baltimore is one of the city's longest-running ethnic festivals. Organized by Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church, it features food, music, and crafts from Russia.
The Russian Festival in Baltimore is one of the city's longest-running ethnic festivals. Organized by Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church, it features food, music, and crafts from Russia.
Halloween in Baltimore
Halloween in Baltimore is especially spooky. Whether you're trick or treating in your neighborhood, marching in the Great Lantern Parade at Patterson Park or dressing up to hit the bars in Fells Point, there's something for everyone during Halloween in Baltimore.
Halloween in Baltimore is especially spooky. Whether you're trick or treating in your neighborhood, marching in the Great Lantern Parade at Patterson Park or dressing up to hit the bars in Fells Point, there's something for everyone during Halloween in Baltimore.
Baltimore's Great Halloween Lantern Parade at Patterson Park
The Halloween Lantern Parade in Baltimore is organized by local arts non-profit Creative Alliance and Friends of Patterson Park. The annual event attracts thousands of costumed marchers every year.
The Halloween Lantern Parade in Baltimore is organized by local arts non-profit Creative Alliance and Friends of Patterson Park. The annual event attracts thousands of costumed marchers every year.
2009 Baltimore Running Festival
The Baltimore Running Festival includes multiple road races, including the Baltimore Marathon. A half-marathon, 5k, kids race and Celebration Village highlight the day.
The Baltimore Running Festival includes multiple road races, including the Baltimore Marathon. A half-marathon, 5k, kids race and Celebration Village highlight the day.
October 2009 Calendar of Events
As the leaves turn in October, Baltimore is alive with plenty to do.
As the leaves turn in October, Baltimore is alive with plenty to do.
2009 Fells Point Fest in Baltimore
Fells Point Fest in Baltimore began as a small neighborhood festival more than 40 years ago as a way to raise money to keep the waterfront neighborhood from being sliced and diced by a planned interstate. Today, Fells Point Fun Festival is one of Baltimore's biggest events, attracting more than 700,000 for a weekend of music, food and drink.
Fells Point Fest in Baltimore began as a small neighborhood festival more than 40 years ago as a way to raise money to keep the waterfront neighborhood from being sliced and diced by a planned interstate. Today, Fells Point Fun Festival is one of Baltimore's biggest events, attracting more than 700,000 for a weekend of music, food and drink.
2009 HampdenFest in Baltimore
HampdenFest in Baltimore is an annual community festival in the city's Hampden neighborhood that features music and art performances, an activity area for the kids, an emerging artists exhibit and a film festival. It takes place on four blocks of 36th St.
HampdenFest in Baltimore is an annual community festival in the city's Hampden neighborhood that features music and art performances, an activity area for the kids, an emerging artists exhibit and a film festival. It takes place on four blocks of 36th St.
2009 Pigtown Festival in Baltimore
The Pigtown Festival in Baltimore is the city's only community festival that features the Running of the Pigs. Complete with your standard street fair attractions - music, food, and drink - it is the pig parade that sets the Pigtown Festival apart.
The Pigtown Festival in Baltimore is the city's only community festival that features the Running of the Pigs. Complete with your standard street fair attractions - music, food, and drink - it is the pig parade that sets the Pigtown Festival apart.
2009 Ukrainian Festival at Patterson Park in Baltimore
The Ukrainian Festival in Baltimore is a two-day celebration of Ukrainian culture and heritage. Fun for people of all ethnic backgrounds, the annual festival at Patterson Park features music, food, drink, and art from the Ukraine.
The Ukrainian Festival in Baltimore is a two-day celebration of Ukrainian culture and heritage. Fun for people of all ethnic backgrounds, the annual festival at Patterson Park features music, food, drink, and art from the Ukraine.
2009 Defenders' Day and Star-Spangled Weekend at Fort McHenry in Baltimore
Defenders' Day commemorates Baltimore's successful defense against British invaders and the writing of the "Star-Spangled Banner" in the Battle of Baltimore during the War of 1812. The Star-Spangled Weekend is three days of events at Fort McHenry, with the grand ceremony on Saturday including a symbolic ship-to-shore bombardment, a concert and fireworks.
Defenders' Day commemorates Baltimore's successful defense against British invaders and the writing of the "Star-Spangled Banner" in the Battle of Baltimore during the War of 1812. The Star-Spangled Weekend is three days of events at Fort McHenry, with the grand ceremony on Saturday including a symbolic ship-to-shore bombardment, a concert and fireworks.
2009 Baltimore Summer Antiques Show
The Baltimore Summer Antiques Show is one of the largest and most important in the country. Held annually at the Baltimore Convention Center on Labor Day Weekend, the show features more than 550 exhibitors.
The Baltimore Summer Antiques Show is one of the largest and most important in the country. Held annually at the Baltimore Convention Center on Labor Day Weekend, the show features more than 550 exhibitors.
September 2009 Calendar of Events
As the kids head back to school, the Ravens roll back into M&T Bank Stadium, and cooler weather starts to set in, Baltimore is alive with lots to do. This September calendar of events will guide you through the first month of fall in Baltimore.
As the kids head back to school, the Ravens roll back into M&T Bank Stadium, and cooler weather starts to set in, Baltimore is alive with lots to do. This September calendar of events will guide you through the first month of fall in Baltimore.
Things to Do
What's going on in Baltimore? Sort through it all here. Check out About.com's Baltimore's monthly events calendar and check the daily blog to read up on area attractions and happenings.
What's going on in Baltimore? Sort through it all here. Check out About.com's Baltimore's monthly events calendar and check the daily blog to read up on area attractions and happenings.
August 2009 Baltimore Calendar of Events
Even as summer comes to an end, there are no shortage of events throughout Baltimore. Here's your complete guide to August events in Baltimore.
Even as summer comes to an end, there are no shortage of events throughout Baltimore. Here's your complete guide to August events in Baltimore.
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Summer Outdoor Concerts
The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra's annual July 4th concert and fireworks display at Oregon Ridge Park is the organization's best-known outdoor summer concert. But the "Star-Spangled Spectacular" is only the first of several outdoor performances put on by the BSO.
The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra's annual July 4th concert and fireworks display at Oregon Ridge Park is the organization's best-known outdoor summer concert. But the "Star-Spangled Spectacular" is only the first of several outdoor performances put on by the BSO.
July 2009 Baltimore Calendar of Events
July is packed full of events in Baltimore. From the spectacular firework celebration in the Inner Harbor to Artscape, July brings with it an abundance of fun festivals and concerts all around Charm City.
July is packed full of events in Baltimore. From the spectacular firework celebration in the Inner Harbor to Artscape, July brings with it an abundance of fun festivals and concerts all around Charm City.
2009 LatinoFest at Patterson Park in Baltimore
The annual LatinoFest in Baltimore is wonderful celebration of Latino music, food and culture. For two days at Patterson Park, Latino spirit fills the air for people of all ethnic backgrounds to enjoy.
The annual LatinoFest in Baltimore is wonderful celebration of Latino music, food and culture. For two days at Patterson Park, Latino spirit fills the air for people of all ethnic backgrounds to enjoy.
Baltimore's July 4, 2009 Fireworks and Events
The Inner Harbor in Baltimore puts on a July 4th fireworks show for the ages. The harbor is bustling with events and activities, and the fireworks show over the water always is spectacular.
The Inner Harbor in Baltimore puts on a July 4th fireworks show for the ages. The harbor is bustling with events and activities, and the fireworks show over the water always is spectacular.
Father's Day 2009 in Baltimore
Father's Day in Baltimore presents a host of options for dear old dad.
Father's Day in Baltimore presents a host of options for dear old dad.
Flag Day 2009 in Baltimore
Flag Day in Baltimore is bigger deal than it is in many cities. After all, the "Star Spangled Banner" was written here, inspired by the flag Mary Pickering sewed that flew over Fort McHenry.
Flag Day in Baltimore is bigger deal than it is in many cities. After all, the "Star Spangled Banner" was written here, inspired by the flag Mary Pickering sewed that flew over Fort McHenry.
Artscape 2009 in Baltimore
Artscape in Baltimore touts itself as "America's largest free public arts festival."
Artscape in Baltimore touts itself as "America's largest free public arts festival."
Honfest 2009 in Baltimore
Bzzzzzzz. Hear that? It's the sound of Baltimore's best beehive hairdos emerging from their hives for Honfest 2009 in Baltimore. Since 1994 this festival has done nothing but grow in popularity. Held on 36th St. in the Hampden neighborhood, Honfest celebrates the historic working women of Baltimore through food, music, and the venerable Miss Hon contest.
Bzzzzzzz. Hear that? It's the sound of Baltimore's best beehive hairdos emerging from their hives for Honfest 2009 in Baltimore. Since 1994 this festival has done nothing but grow in popularity. Held on 36th St. in the Hampden neighborhood, Honfest celebrates the historic working women of Baltimore through food, music, and the venerable Miss Hon contest.
June 2009 Baltimore Calendar of Events
Baltimore hits its summer stride with a multitude of great festivals and happenings. I present to you, your June 2009 Baltimore Calendar of Events.
Baltimore hits its summer stride with a multitude of great festivals and happenings. I present to you, your June 2009 Baltimore Calendar of Events.
2009 Maryland Film Festival in Baltimore
With each passing year, the Maryland Film Festival in Baltimore gets bigger and bigger. The festival offers an eclectic mix of big-budget, high-profile films and smaller, independent projects. The 2009 Maryland Film Festival promises to be one of the most intriguing yet. Lights, camera, action!
With each passing year, the Maryland Film Festival in Baltimore gets bigger and bigger. The festival offers an eclectic mix of big-budget, high-profile films and smaller, independent projects. The 2009 Maryland Film Festival promises to be one of the most intriguing yet. Lights, camera, action!
Polish Festival at Patterson Park in Baltimore
All things Polish take front and center stage the last weekend in May during the annual Polish Festival at Patterson Park in Baltimore. The festival features food, drink, music, dancing, and crafts from the venerable Eastern European country.
All things Polish take front and center stage the last weekend in May during the annual Polish Festival at Patterson Park in Baltimore. The festival features food, drink, music, dancing, and crafts from the venerable Eastern European country.
Preakness Week 2009
The Preakness Stakes in Baltimore is about so much more than just a horse race. Preakness Week 2009 begins on May 12 and rolls down the stretch until the race on May 16. Here's your guide to the best events happening around town.
The Preakness Stakes in Baltimore is about so much more than just a horse race. Preakness Week 2009 begins on May 12 and rolls down the stretch until the race on May 16. Here's your guide to the best events happening around town.
May 2009 Baltimore Calendar of Events
May in Baltimore means Preakness Week - and so much more. Without further adieu, your May 2009 Baltimore calendar of events.
May in Baltimore means Preakness Week - and so much more. Without further adieu, your May 2009 Baltimore calendar of events.
Privateer Day Festival in Fells Point 2009
Fells Point is about to fall victim to pirates. The fifth-annual Privateer Day is set for April 17-18, 2009. Each year this festival with events for pirates of all ages gets bigger and bigger, and the Privateer Day Festival in Fells Point 2009 promises to be a blast.
Fells Point is about to fall victim to pirates. The fifth-annual Privateer Day is set for April 17-18, 2009. Each year this festival with events for pirates of all ages gets bigger and bigger, and the Privateer Day Festival in Fells Point 2009 promises to be a blast.
April 2009 Baltimore Calendar of Events
The arrival of spring brings with it plenty to do in Baltimore. Let this April 2009 Baltimore calendar of events be your guide.
The arrival of spring brings with it plenty to do in Baltimore. Let this April 2009 Baltimore calendar of events be your guide.
Baltimore Orioles FanFest 2009 at Camden Yards
Each year, with baseball season so close you can smell it, the Baltimore Orioles hold FanFest at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The event provides a great opportunity for fans to get an up-close-and-personal look at the team and its players, collect autographs, and even watch an open workout. Orioles FanFest 2009 is set for Saturday, April 4
Each year, with baseball season so close you can smell it, the Baltimore Orioles hold FanFest at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The event provides a great opportunity for fans to get an up-close-and-personal look at the team and its players, collect autographs, and even watch an open workout. Orioles FanFest 2009 is set for Saturday, April 4
St. Patrick's Day Events
St. Patrick's Day - make that St. Patrick's Day Weekend - has become quite the holiday in Baltimore. Irish or not, there are plenty of events of all kinds for everyone all over town.
St. Patrick's Day - make that St. Patrick's Day Weekend - has become quite the holiday in Baltimore. Irish or not, there are plenty of events of all kinds for everyone all over town.
March 2009 Baltimore Calendar of Events
March is jam packed with exciting events all around Baltimore. From St. Patrick's Day, to museum exhibits, to rockin' concerts, there's plenty to do as we (thankfully) usher in spring.
March is jam packed with exciting events all around Baltimore. From St. Patrick's Day, to museum exhibits, to rockin' concerts, there's plenty to do as we (thankfully) usher in spring.
January 2009 Baltimore Calendar of Events
The weekend of January 17 kicks off several days of exciting and historic events in Baltimore. From a visit from the soon-to-be president to exciting museum programs, there's something to lure everyone in Baltimore out of their house this winter week in Charm City.
The weekend of January 17 kicks off several days of exciting and historic events in Baltimore. From a visit from the soon-to-be president to exciting museum programs, there's something to lure everyone in Baltimore out of their house this winter week in Charm City.