Event Schedule
Explore Promenade programming and activations block-by-block on the lineup below.
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300 Block
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300 Block
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2-3 PM // History from the Middle of the Street - History Walking Tour
Join Baltimore Heritage’s Executive Director, Johns Hopkins, on a stroll down the middle of the street to get a perspective that we normally don’t get of many of the city’s most interesting historic buildings -
11 AM - 6 PM // Celebrating Blk Ass creativity and entrepreneurship. Discover unique products, connect with inspiring creators, and support the community. BAFM was created for BLK artists, creatives + business owners to prioritize, encourage + sustain BLK buying power + BLK business equity through it’s MKTplaces + events..
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11 AM - 3 PM
Activities Include:
“I ❤️ City Life” Sidewalk Stenciling
“Why I ❤️ City Life” Photo Booth
Prize Giveaways and informational materials for current and future Baltimore City residents!
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11AM - 1PM // House DJ
1 PM - 2PM // Artist TBA
2PM - 3PM // House DJ
3PM - 4PM // PeaBody Jazz
4PM - 4:30PM // House DJ
4:30PM - 5PM // Artist TBA
5PM - 6PM // House DJ
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11 AM - 3 PM // The Center will be open for people to explore
The Maryland Women’s Heritage Center (MWHC) is the only organization in the state and one of the few in the country completely devoted to telling and preserving women’s stories.
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Featuring goods from Stem & Vine, Sistahs’ Sweets, Cajou Creamery, Elite Secrets, Bella Bridesmaids, Viva Books, Mick O’ Sheas, Homeslyce and more!
What to Expect: Stem and Vine will have plants, Sistahs’ Sweets and Cajou will be selling sweet treats, and Elite Secrets and Bella Bridesmaids will be selling off-the-rack dresses as low as $50, and wedding gowns as low as $99. -
11 AM - 6 PM
Stop by for a chance to receive free kids’ nail designs!
Also, check out their sale on Trinity Skincare products.
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11 AM // Viva Books will host a Side Walk Sale & hosting a Pop-Up with Charm City for Saturday Storytime “On the Road”
Location: Courtyard Brown's Arcade
Theme: Funny Feelings
Ages: 3 and up
Book: Olive All At Once by Mariam Gates (ISBN: 9781649631749)
Activity: Watercolor Emotions – a craft that helps children express feelings through color and art.
400 Block
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400 Block
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10 AM - 2 PM // Tours of the Basilica will be offered from 10am - 2pm. The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, also called the Baltimore Basilica, is a Catholic cathedral completed in 1863. It was the first Catholic cathedral built in the United States after the nation's founding, and was among the first major religious buildings constructed therein after the adoption of the U.S. Constitution.
As a co-cathedral, it is one of the seats of the Catholic Archdiocese in Baltimore, Maryland. Additionally it is a parish church (ranked minor basilica) and national shrine. It is considered the masterpiece of Benjamin Henry Latrobe, the "Father of American Architecture".
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11 AM - 6 PM // Enjoy bold flavors and handcrafted cocktails!
Pop-up selling Chicken, Salmon, shrimp, or veggie wraps or bowls.
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Selling fresh uncooked pasta! Regular Lunch Menu available. Tables will be outside for dining.
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Stop by An Die Musik for summer sounds.
12 PM - 2 PM // Ian Hrdlicka on Acoustic Guitar
3 - 5 PM // Latin Jazz ensemble Downtown Tumbao
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11 AM - 6 PM // Catch a Sweat!
Join a FX Boot Camp class at either 11 AM or 2 PM
Check out the Obstacle Course & Row Machine Challenge from 11 am - 6 pm
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12 PM - 2 PM // Love percussive instruments? TJ Drumline will be performing from Franklin St to Preston Street
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11 AM - 6 PM // Step into style at Dollhouse Boutique
Stop by their Sip & Style Patio Lounge to relax with a complimentary refreshment, then head inside to explore curated fashion racks that help you discover your unique style.
They’ll have a featured look on display with a scannable QR code linking to a style reel, a signature playlist setting the mood, mini versions of their new boutique room spray for sale, and free fashion affirmation cards to take home.
Don’t forget to snap a photo at their outdoor mirror display—tag @TheDollHouse and get 15% off your favorite piece!
500 Block
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500 Block
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11 AM - 2 PM // Become a Bookworm
Sign up for the Summer Break book program and browse books from the Enoch Pratt Book Mobile.
Also enjoy craft Activities , Book giveaway, & Learn about Library Resources
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11 AM - 2 PM // Be Creative!
Join face painter extraordinaire Annie E. Casey for colorful designs and a dash of glitter!
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11 AM - 6 PM // Kids Zone & Craft Corner
Stop by and enjoy outdoors games, crafts, and more!
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Details TBA
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11 AM - 6 PM // Selling refreshing alternatives to sugary drinks & frozen treats to hydrate Baltimore!
Discover the many refreshing flavors here
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11 AM - 10 PM // Laid-back bistro serving Asian-influenced fare, beer, and cocktails.
600 + 700 Block
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Monument Block
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11AM - 4 PM // Learn more about Heritage Tourism in Baltimore with BNHA.
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11 AM - 1 PM // Step inside the Canvas
Drop in for Craft Activities, Book giveaways, and Learn about Library Resources
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1 PM - 4:30 PM // Live Music
Blake Meistro Trio @ 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Sean Lane & Seth Kibel @ 2:15 - 3:15 PM
Ray Winder @ 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Sponsored by Mount Vernon Place Conservancy
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8:30-9:30 AM // West Square, Mount Vernon Place Register Here
9:30-10:30 AM // West Square, Mount Vernon Place Register Here
Sponsored by Mount Vernon Place Conservancy
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10 AM - 5 PM // Take in the 360° views from the top of the iconic Washington Monument.
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Sporty Dog Creations will be out selling hot dogs.
Patisserie Poupon will be selling pastries.
The Dashery Coffee Bike Cart will be out around the monument giving away free Cold Brew.
800 Block
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800 Block
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12-6PM // Over 15 amazing black-owned artisans and shops take to Charles Street. Sip while you shop with Dooby’s outside bar (no alcohol beyond the block).
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11 AM - 6 PM // Get tailored to the nines at DifferentRegard Courtyard Sale
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My Thai Go // 11:30 AM - 3 PM, 4 - 9 PM - Enjoy delicious Thai food
Akbar Baltimore // 11 AM - 6 PM - Take a bite into some of the best Indian food
Sugarvale // 5 PM - 1 AM - Mount Vernon Neighborhood Cocktail bar
The Helmand // 5 PM - 10 PM - Try Afghan food at The Helmand
Doobys // 8 AM - 6 PM - Korean-Inspired food featuring breakfast, pork buns, rice bowls, rame, and more!
OUTDOOR SEATING AVAILABLE + REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS
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Charles Street Psychic will be poted outside of her store offering readings and selling spiritual products.
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Learn more about the work that WPM Real Estate does in the Baltimore community. Plus, walk away with some free swag.
900 Block
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900 Block
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11 AM - 6 PM // Over 35+ vendors will be on site selling vintage clothing, art, and furniture.
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Charmed will be set up in front of Spirits of Mount Vernon, selling delicious baked goods.
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11 AM - 10 PM // Specializing in French Cuisine, enjoy the open patio and delicious foods
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11 AM - 6 PM // Party at Hotel Ulysses!
Fun daytime cocktails and mocktails like Margaritas and Palomas, as well as Mexican street food from the Ulysses food truck
Entertainment:
Ed Hrybyk Quartet 1-4pmHotel Ulysses will be hosting a stylish Garden Party for the Promenade! Sip on refreshing drinks and creative mocktails, grab a bite from a tasty food truck, and sway to the smooth jazz stylings of the Ed Hrybyk Quartet. It’s the perfect blend of city energy and laid-back summer charm.
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11 AM - 6 PM // Dine in South Asia!
Nepal House - Enjoy authenic Indian and Nepali cusines.
Kumari - Enjoy traditional Indian, Tibetan & Nepalese Cuisine
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12 PM - 8 PM // Purchase local and national wines at Spirits
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Ulysses Food Truck menu will consist of the following from Ash-Bar and Blooms:
Crab cake sandwiches, BBQ pit beef sandwiches, french fries, snoballs (including spiked), and custom alcoholic beverages.
1000 Block
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1000 Block
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11 AM - 6 PM // Pop-Up serving coffee as well as Filipino (dear globe x @barkadabreads) and Senegalese food
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7 AM - 6 PM // Flakey, buttery goodness is being served at European Bakery Roggenart
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Open from 12-3 PM // Offering nail painting and 50% off Brazilian Wax.
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Time TBD // Enjoy The Paper Herald’s pop-up featuring Hobby & Co.
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11 AM - 6 PM // Enjoy sidewalk sales from the following businesses:
Retro Effex
David Weisand
Hobby & Co
House Demiurge by David Weisand
Josef Kardell (Artist)
Summit Imprints
The Paper Herald
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11 AM - 6 PM // Step into a world of creativity and empowerment with Women Leading Baltimore!
Join us as we celebrate the magic of sisterhood with make-your-own affirmation bracelets, vibrant coloring postcards, and custom totebags—perfect for carrying your spirit of community. Unleash your creativity, hydrate, and connect with women and girls who are all about uplifting each other. Every item you create and purchase supports Women Leading Baltimore’s mission to empower young girls to lead with confidence.
1100 Block
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Activities and Programs
1100 Block
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12-6 PM // Enjoy a pop-up beer garden experience hosted by The Brewer’s Art, featuring guest brews from Wet City and Guilford Hall Brewery. Grab a seat, enjoy tasty bites, and catch live music throughout the day in this relaxed, outdoor gathering spot.
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1-3:30 PM // More details to come
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12 PM - 1:30; 3-6 PM // Mount Vernon Records will be selling vinyl and DJing in between sets of live music.
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12-6 PM // Enjoy Chair Massages Courtesy of BES Naturals.
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Free Baltimore will be onsite offering the following activities on the 1100 block:
12:00 PM // Yoga, Body Works with Melissa
REGISTER1:30 PM // Face Painting
4 PM // Mental Health Bingo
1200 Block
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Activities and Programs
1200 Block
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11AM - 2PM // Enjoy fun courtesy of Baltimore Architecture Foundation. Imagination Playground bridge building activity, community chalk fun, Co-Lab will be selling architecture books, guess that building competition/raffle and Doors Open table.
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11 AM - 2 PM // Let the kids enjoy pop-up playground fun! Courtesy of Midtown Baltimore.
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11 am - 4 pm // Stop by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Office of Outdoor Recreation exhibit to play outdoor-themed games like Giant Jenga and Backyard Bass Fishing, test your nature knowledge, and learn how to explore Maryland’s parks and trails. Plus, enjoy farm-fresh ice cream from Prigel Family Creamery - one of the stops on Maryland’s Best Ice Cream Trail!
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Aloha and Gravity 12 PM - 6 PM // Tasty Asian Fusion Cuisine. Gravity Pop-Up Bar - indoor and outdoor seating.
Dodah’s - 11 AM - 6 PM // Vegan with Soul -regular business hours and operation
1300 Block
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1300 Block
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Environment & Sustainability Block (11AM-6PM)
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11AM - 6PM
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11 AM-6 PM
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11AM - 6PM
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11AM - 6PM // LEarn more about the Midtown Community Benefits District current capital and & art activation projects.
1400 Block
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1400 Block
University of Baltimore Block
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11 AM - 6 PM // Check in with the many transportation outreach tents and maybe even check out a bus:
Baltimore Thrive
Baltimore Transit Equity Coalition
Rails to Trails
Spin
MTA Community Relations
MTA Red Line
DOT Circulator
DOT Towards Zero
West North Avenue Development Authority
Velocipede
1500 + 1600 Block
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1500 + 1600 Block
Activities and Programs
The Bridge
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11 AM - 6 PM //
Babe Beans is a small batch Baltimore based coffee roaster focused on providing fresh coffee, espresso, and decaf coffee beans.
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11 AM - 6 PM // Enjoy bites from:
La Patrona
Hoodfellas Bistro
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Penn Station will be doing community outreach for the Jones Falls Gateway Project.
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11AM - 12PM // Enjoy a Walking Tour of Station North with Charlie Duff. Located in the heart of Baltimore, Station North was the first area in Baltimore to receive the State designation as an Arts & Entertainment District in 2002. Meet at the Male/Female Statue in front of Penn Station. It’s impossible to miss!
1700 Block
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1700 Block
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Improv comedy shows in the BIG Theater, tickets just $10.
7:00 PM // Plan B Improv Comedy Hour
8:00 PM // BIG Time with 98 Rock's Justin Schlegel
9:00 PM // Indie Hour: HTH + John & Andy Figure It Out
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5 PM - 10:30 PM // Its a PARTY!
Featuring the debut and celebration of two Inviting Light public art installations
curated by Derrick Adams
Charles Street Garage, 1714 North Charles Street
5–9 pm Sound + Video Installation by GRL PWR (Amy Reid + Pangelica)
5-6 pm It’s My Skate Night
8-9 pm GRL PWR (DJ set)
9 PM Unveiling Phaan Howng’s Big Ass Snake (Plant)s On A Plane
9:30-10:30 pm DJ Afr0delic set with video art by Delilah Jabbour
At Gatsby’s, 1815 North Charles Street
(DJ and dance sets are weather permitting; Aurora unveiling is rain or shine)
6 -7 pm Ducky Dynamo & DJ AyyMello
7-8 pm Porkchop
8-9 pm Rod Braxton
+6-8 pm BmoreThanDance
9:15 PM Unveiling Tony Shore’s Aurora
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12-3 PM // Outdoor dining specials including strawberry lemonade and ice cream sandwiches
5-9 PM: normal restaurant hours.
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1 PM - 10:30 PM // Two vibrant, colorful, mobile small businesses:
Shop GoGo's: mobile vintage boutique bringing cool fashion, fun vibes, and a good attitude!
Sogh Art Truck: original artwork by Shawn Theron
1706 Surface Lot
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12 PM - 9 PM // Compact dishes with big flavor!
Open at noon for wine, cocktails, and a full menu of small plates.
Promenade Punch-10
Basil Vodka, Rose Vermouth, Lemonade
City of Light-12
Dry Vermouth, White Vermouth, Orange Liquer, topped with Cava
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11 AM - 9 PM // Venezuelan snowballs and street food
SNOWBALLS
Cocada - with or without rum, topped with coconut cream and fruitAREPAS
Margariteña: Cod cooked in the Venezuelan style with ripe plantain
Reina Pepiada: Shredded chicken breast, cilantro, avocado dressing
Pabellón (vegetarian): Roasted maïtake mushrooms, sofrito criollo sauce, ripe plantains
1800 Block
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1800 Block
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6 PM - 9:30 PM // It's a PARTY!
Featuring the debut and celebration of two Inviting Light public art installations curated by Derrick Adams
At Gatsby’s, 1815 North Charles Street
6 -7 pm Ducky Dynamo & DJ AyyMello
7-8 pm Porkchop
8-9 pm Rod Braxton
+6-8 pm BmoreThanDance
9:15 PM Unveiling Tony Shore’s Aurora
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6 PM - 10 PM // MIB is hosting an outdoor night market at this year's Charles Street Promenade! Our market will be in the 1800 Block of N. Charles Street from 6-10pm. This year we are joined by the grand opening of two projects from Inviting Light, a public art initiative bringing light-up art installations to Station North.
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6 PM - 10 PM // Pop-up bar in front of Trip's Place/1813. Introducing Laverne's, coming soon to this location.
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5 PM - 9 PM // Shop new and used vinyl. A great place to look for some esoteric music.
RTH Gallery
12 PM - 7 PM // Eclectic vintage shop with housewares, books, clothing, furniture and more. Weird, cute fun! 1825 N. Charles
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4 PM - 8 PM // There’s no business like SHOW BUSINESS!
Open House! Stop by and check out this historical Baltimore Theatre