Baltimore Outdoor Concerts 2014

Baltimore loves outdoor concerts, and we have the rundown to keep you entertained from Spring to Fall.  Here is the listing of the free ones to look forward to (with details still to come on several of them):

Mixology: The Science of Sake

The MD Science Center continues the alcohol educational series this Thursday (May 1st) with Japan's signature beverage.  Come learn from a Master Sake Sommelier, sample some extraordinary drinks, and nibble on light fare.  Here is the website for more information.

Weekend Roundup (Apr 25th-27th)

Lots going on this weekend... you may need to make some decisions early.

• JHU Spring Fair - Going Friday, April 25th through Sunday, April 27th, the fair at Hopkins Homewood Campus will feature music, food, carnival rides, and more (FREE admission).  The organizers encourage neighbors to come over regardless of school affiliation.
• Charm City Folk and Bluegrass Festival - Druid Hill Park is the place to be for the second installment of the smash hit day of music.  Get tickets in advance for a day full of fun on Saturday, April 26th.
• EcoFest - Also on Saturday, and also in Druid Hill Park, the FREE festival will have food, live music, plants, and even live animals (though many of them are rare and not for touching).  They also usually have free native trees for city residents as well!
• Federal Hill Spring Block Party - Come down to Fed Hill on Sunday for one of the biggest street festival the neighborhood puts on each year.  Buy drink tickets ahead of time, and don't forget to check out the amazing vendors.  
• Maryland Bacon Festival - Rash field at the Inner Harbor will be smelling wonderful on Saturday.  Over 30 vendors will be doing their takes on the American staple.  Don't forget to bring home the bacon!
• FashionEASTA - Harbor East stores and boutiques are putting on a show in the streets!  They'll have DJs, food, drinks, and a fashion show for FREE (VIP passes for purchase though).
• Baltimore Tattoo Convention - Amazing tattoo artists converge at the Convention Center all weekend long.

And a few things that go on every weekend that you should take part in:

• The Bromo Seltzer Arts Tower is FREE to go in on Saturday, with $5 clock tours.
• Bmore Flea Market is going on this Saturday from 10AM-4PM at Penn Station.
• The Baltimore Farmers Market is in full swing on Sunday (and this is the best time of year to go).
• Both the Walters Art Museum and the Baltimore Museum of Art are always FREE.

Baltimore Outdoor Movies 2014

The weather is getting warmer.  Pretty soon it'll be time to head out to your nearest outdoor movie showing with some food, drinks, and a blanket (oh, and don't forget friends).  There are fantastic free choices all over the city.  Here's the schedule for them so far (keep and eye on the event calendar to the right or check back here over the next few weeks):

Pratt Contemporaries Trivia Night

On Thursday, May 1st the Pratt Library is hosting Trivia night at the central library.  For $20 you get food, drinks, and a chance to win lots of prizes (though you'll need to work your brain a bit).  Here's the official link to register.  Better hurry though... the registration is only open until tonight!

Fort McHenry is FREE This Weekend

National Park Week starts this weekend, so Fort McHenry has free admission to celebrate!  If you haven't been, it's your chance to check it out.  It should be sunny and almost 70 this weekend, so what more excuse do you need?  Here's the official website for more information.

Free Cookie and more for Tax Day!

Stop by the Great American Cookie on April 15th to make tax day a little bit sweeter.  They'll be giving out 1 free chocolate chip cookie to everyone at their Inner Harbor location who needs a pick-me-up.  Here's the official website with more information.

Also, According to CNN, if you sing an entire karaoke song at Hard Rock Cafe on tax day, your entree will be free.  Check out that CNN link above for a few other national chain deals as well.

"Eggcellent Day at the Park" Saturday at West Shore Park

The Downtown Baltimore Family Alliance is throwing a party at West Shore Park on Saturday from 1-5PM and you're invited.  The event is free, and will feature music, games, food, and the run-through fountain will be on again!  Here's the official website:  http://www.dbfam.org/events/egg/

Weekend Roundup (Apr 11-13th)

• Fells Point is hosting the Privateer Festival from Friday to Sunday.. it's a fantastic for all ages.
• The first Food Truck Gathering of 2014 is on Friday at the War Memorial Plaza (right in front of City Hall).
• The Downtown Baltimore Family Alliance is throwing a party at West Shore Park on Saturday from 1-5PM.

And a few things that go on every weekend that you should take part in:

• The Bromo Seltzer Arts Tower is FREE to go in on Saturday, with $5 clock tours.
• Bmore Flea Market is going on this Saturday from 10AM-4PM at Penn Station.
• The Baltimore Farmers Market is in full swing on Sunday (and this is the best time of year to go).
• Both the Walters Art Museum and the Baltimore Museum of Art are always FREE.

Orioles Win Means Papa Johns 50% Off Today

The Orioles win again!  Because they won and scored at least 5 runs, Papa Johns offers %50 off your entire online order today (remember not to call the order).  To get this deal, just put in ORIOLES5 in the promotion code spot when you put your order in.

So go get that lunch or dinner 50% off:
www.PapaJohns.com

Charm City Folk and Bluegrass Festival 2014

After a resounding success last year, the Charm City Folk and Bluegrass Festival is back and ready to make Druid Hill Park come alive.  Last year 1500 people attended the event, and expectations are that number could more than double for this year's festival in a much-more expansive and scenic venue.  You can buy tickets now at the official website , and use promo code "welovebluegrass" to get $10 off. Keep in mind that $2 of every admission go to the Baltimore Conservatory (which is fantastic, and you should visit it as well).

Now for a few pictures from the festival last year to give you a small glimpse of what's in store for April 26th (Try to imagine the warm breeze, cold beer, great food, and fantastic music):

Weekend Markets

This weekend you've got a few markets to check out.

32nd Street Farmers Market (Waverly)- Saturday from 7AM to noon.  The smaller of the weekend farmers markets, but if you can't do Sunday or Waverly is closer to you, this is the one to go to.  By the way, this is the year-round market.

Bmore Flea Market (Penn Station) - Saturday from 10AM-4PM.  Assorted arts, crafts, food, and drinks right in front of Penn Station.  This is the first weekend for the Flea Market in 2014.

Baltimore City Farmers Market & Bazaar - Sunday from 7AM to noon.  Since it's the first weekend of the season, don't expect all the vendors and the full array of veggies.  What you will find is seedlings, meats, dairy, prepared foods, crafts, and a bit of leafy greens.

Science Center First Fridays

The Maryland Science Center has a great deal for discounted tickets today!  On the first Friday of each month (which is today), you can get in from 5-8PM for only $8.   This also includes the planetarium (at 5:40PM) and IMAX (at 7PM)!  Here's the link.