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Whether you live a few steps from the waterfront or take the occasional trip to visit, Baltimore's waterfront has no shortage of reasons to get on your feet and have a good time! From farmer's markets to music festivals, our events calendar will make sure you don't miss out on all the great local events happening in our neighborhoods.

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Community Concert Series: John Lamkin Favorites Jazz Quintet
Aug
17

Community Concert Series: John Lamkin Favorites Jazz Quintet

Join the John Lamkin Favorites Jazz Quintet for free, outdoor jazz performances in the BMI’s covered pavilion this summer! Some seating will be available but visitors are welcome to bring their own chairs/blankets and refreshments. Restrooms are available inside the museum. Made possible by Harry (Mike) and Karen Verbeke Shealey.

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Birthday by Baltimore
Jul
26

Birthday by Baltimore

Join us in celebrating Live Baltimore's Birthday Bash with an unforgettable Birthday by Baltimore performance! Three of our talented BxB Festival alumni: Big Fred, Yesenia Mejia Herrera, and Keith Colston, will light up the stage at Harborplace with a free performance from 6-8 PM during the ticketed Birthday Bash event. This is the perfect way to honor our city’s birthday, showcasing some of Baltimore’s most exciting diverse and local talent. Next Friday, come out for a fun, live show you won't want to miss!

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Rhythm Liberation Fest: Juneteenth Celebration
Jun
19

Rhythm Liberation Fest: Juneteenth Celebration

A celebration of Baltimore’s music scene and the Juneteenth holiday featuring a pop-up marketplace of creative entrepreneurs, curated by BLK ASS FLEA MKT in partnership with Love Groove Entertainment, taking place both inside the museum and along the waterfront campus.

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FasionEASTa
Jun
1

FasionEASTa

The runway returns to Aliceanna Street for the annual Harbor East fashion show! Join us in Baltimore’s chicest neighborhood for a runway show unlike any other – featuring all the new trends your closet is craving, straight from the district’s most coveted brands and boutiques. With cocktails aplenty, sales galore, live music and a few surprises, you’ll want to show up and show out for FashionEASTa 2024! Full event details can be found at https://harboreast.com/events/fashioneasta-fashion-show/

See looks from 9 Harbor East retailers including: Allen Edmonds, Anthropologie, Bonobos, Charm City Run, J.Crew, Lululemon, Free People, Sassanova, South Moon Under, Under Armour

Cocktails and Lite Bites from: Baja Tap, Bambao, James Joyce, Kneads Bakeshop, Maximon, Loch Bar, Bin 604, Oceanaire Seafood, and Lebanese Taverna,

FashionEASTa is free and open to the public, with VIP packages available. VIP tickets include: seats for the runway show, swag bag, food and drink vouchers, entry to the VIP after party, and free garage parking in Harbor East. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/875310275597?aff=oddtdtcreator

VIP TICKETS AVAILABLE

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2024 IMET Open House
May
4

2024 IMET Open House

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The Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology (IMET) opens its doors for a free Open House on Saturday, May 4, 1-4 p.m. Enjoy hands-on science activities for kids of all ages, meet our scientists, and discover important marine research happening throughout the harbor and the Chesapeake Bay!

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African American Children's Book Festival
Apr
27

African American Children's Book Festival

Join the Reginald F. Lewis Museum for the return of our family friendly African American Children’s Book Fair Festival Presented by BGE, An Exelon Company. Children and families can enjoy a fun-filled day exploring kids’ literature about African Americans while meeting some of your favorite children’s authors and illustrators in our Book Village. Enjoy author readings, illustration workshops, craft activities, an Urban Beekeeping Workshop with John Newman Honeybee Company and dance performances with TikTok dancers, @ayo_shag Shag and @tsu_flash Flash. Museum visitors can receive a free book with a book purchase in the Book Village. Free books are on a limited supply basis.

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Bmore Flea Night Market
Apr
18

Bmore Flea Night Market

Back by popular demand, don’t miss the Spring Night Market from Bmore Flea! Head to the Central Plaza on April 11 for a one-of-a-kind showcase of Baltimore’s most talented craft makers and vintage dealers. Scour the racks for unique pieces, get some face time with the makers, and enjoy tasty drinks and great music all evening long.

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ARC GLORIA at the Inner Harbor
Mar
15
to Mar 18

ARC GLORIA at the Inner Harbor

ARC GLORIA, a three-masted bark & official flagship of the Colombian Navy, is visiting the Inner Harbor from Cartagena!

Come out to see the ship and take a free deck tour while it’s here.

Visit schedule:

Friday, March 15 | Arrival in Inner Harbor | 9AM
Saturday, March 16 | Free Deck Tours | 9AM-6PM
Sunday, March 17 | Free Deck Tours | 9AM-6PM
Monday, March 18 | Departure | TBA


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Harbor Point Ice Festival
Jan
27

Harbor Point Ice Festival

Mark your calendars for a spectacular winter celebration at Harbor Point Plaza on Saturday, January 27th, from 11 am to 5 pm. Beatty Development and Waterfront Partnership are thrilled to invite you to our yearly Ice Festival, promising a day filled with enchanting moments and a love letter to the beautiful state of Maryland.

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New Year's Eve Baltimore Yacht Party
Dec
31
to Jan 1

New Year's Eve Baltimore Yacht Party

Make your New Year's Eve memorable with this special celebration on the water in Baltimore. Ring in the New Year on an exclusive and fun cruise aboard a luxury yacht with a DJ, dancing, desserts, a complimentary glass of bubbly, and fireworks! A magical beginning to the new year. This event is 21 and over. If the fireworks displays are cancelled for weather or other reasons, Watermark will still cruise.

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Fells Point Fall Festival
Sep
15
to Sep 17

Fells Point Fall Festival

Join us at the Fells Point Fall Fest 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. We've got a fantastic selection of craft beers, including special limited releases, and top-notch live music acts. Hosted at Baltimore's iconic Broadway Square, this festival offers delicious food options, engaging activities for the entire family, and a chance to immerse in Fells Point's vibrant ambiance. Whether you're a beer enthusiast, food lover, music fan, or simply hunting for a memorable family outing, don't miss out on this autumn spectacle.

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Sunset Jams  feat. Zadia
Sep
1

Sunset Jams feat. Zadia

Sunset Jams is a brand-new free concert series held 5-8pm every Friday from September 1-October 27th.

Each week, a different Baltimore-based musician will perform at the Park’s BGE Pavilion to spotlight Baltimore’s creative community and offer residents and visitors an opportunity to take in the sounds and views of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.

Friday, September 1: Zadia
Food trucks: Royal Sauce and Hue Cafe and Apothecary
Drinks: Canned cocktails


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BYO Sunset Cruise with Live Music by Jules Riser
Aug
20

BYO Sunset Cruise with Live Music by Jules Riser

Bring Your Own Sunset Cruise with LIVE MUSIC

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure on the Baltimore Water Taxi with Jules Riser!

DATE: Sunday, August 20, 2023

TIME: Departs promptly at 7:30 PM

LOCATION: 901 S Broadway; Baltimore, MD 21231 (Fell's Stop)

DURATION: 90 Minutes

Bring your favorite drinks and snacks to sip and savor while your Captain navigates around Charm City's harbor while listening to some live music.

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The Black Genius Art Show- A Bird's Eye View
Aug
17

The Black Genius Art Show- A Bird's Eye View

The tallest building in Maryland, known today as 100 Light Street, is turning 50 years old and celebrating with a series of FREE events at the iconic building’s prime location in downtown Baltimore.

Join us on Lumen Plaza—100 Light Street's public green space—to experience "A Bird's Eye View" for a unique, live and interactive art/fashion event curated by The Black Genius Art Show and Phamily. Hosted by Black Root with an array of visual and performing artists.

Shop from local vendors.

This event is free and open to the public!

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CONTACT OUR EVENT MANAGEMENT TEAM

Our Events & Programs Team loves creating entertaining events at our beautiful, sought-after Waterfront parks and entertainment spaces.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact our Events Manager at events@waterfrontpartnership.org.