Phase II – Arrives 2025
Discover What’s Next For Rash Field Park
Since opening in November 2021, Rash Field Park Phase I has been a hit with thousands of neighbors from all over the city. People come to the park to dance to local music, learn how to skateboard, savor dishes from various cultural food festivals, and soak in the city skyline from its many scenic spots.
Phase 2 is on the horizon, set to begin construction in Fall 2024. Exciting new additions will include a sprawling open lawn, beautiful gardens, a beach, and multiple walking paths. These paths will offer leisurely strolls, nature walks through the gardens, and a fitness trail along the beach, terrace, and lawn.
Dont worry, We're not going anywhere. Phase I will remain open year round hosting a few of your favirote smaller community programs. Large events, like Harbor Harvest, Asia In a Bite, and others will be hosted just a short walk away at West Shore Park, until the Park fully opens!
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The Lawn
Dust off that picnic basket, bring the soccer ball, and invite your friends to “The Lawn” for the perfect waterfront picnic. Envisioned to be an athletic field, event space, and more, this dynamic leisure space features two U10 Soccer Fields perfect for hosting city-wide youth soccer tournaments. Adjacent to the field space are picnic areas, and a separated shade lawn, all framed by native plantings and art installations.
The Beach
A boardwalk trail, hugged by native plantings, invites visitors to enter “The Beach” and dip their toes in the sand either at the beach lounge area or in a friendly match of beach volleyball. Building on Baltimore’s popular beach volleyball community, this park section provides a space for spectators and players to watch from the sidelines while surrounded by natural features, including a pollinator garden and a beach garden.
The Birdhouses
Located within Rash Field’s garden and trail system, the Birdhouses offer a tranquil and immersive environment for the observation of birds and their habitat. With multiple interconnected platforms, the architecture of these houses sets the stage for a unique elevated experience that frames one’s view of the adjacent habitats—offering a space that is contemplative, restorative, and fun for all ages!
The Plaza
“The Plaza” is seated as the eastern hub area of Rash Field Park, providing visitors with activities to partake in with friends and family. Neighboring the relocated and reimagined Pride of Baltimore Memorial is a flexible plaza surrounded by outdoor game tables and seating. A Rain Garden and native plants outline the space.
The Gardens
“The Gardens” provides a space for city residents to reconnect with nature on a deeper level. Educational signage is just the tip of the iceberg in this section of the park, with potential spaces to learn more about native plant gardens, birdwatching, butterfly migration plantings, and more. Nature tours can highlight passive features such as the stone garden, art installations, and overlooks, while more active features like fitness areas and the terraced amphitheater can expand the types of community programming.
Designed For Our Community,
By Our Community
Through various events and free, regularly scheduled programming, Rash Field Park has been elevated beyond just a park into a venue for our community, city residents, and visitors alike. With one of the most inviting views of the Baltimore city skyline, Rash Field Park is one of the premier public spaces in the harbor to host events and programs.
Through the hard work of our Events & Programs Department and Baltimore City Recreaton & Parks, the park has hosted events such as the 4th’ of July’s Star Spangled Celebration, the Cystic Fibrosis foundation’s Feastival, and Harbor Harvest Children’s Fall Festival alongside a variety of free regularly scheduled programs such as Waterfront Wellness and our award winning “Boards & Breakfast” programs.