By Patch Intern Sonia Su
Whether you de-stress from the week by doing yoga by the Inner Harbor or by rocking out to your favorite band, there is something for everyone this weekend in the Baltimore area.
Find what suits you and/or your family with this weekend guide.
Friday, June 28
Summer Wine Tasting GatheringMcHenry Row, 1580 Key Highway, Baltimore, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Stimulate your senses with commemorative glass wine tasting, live music and Baltimore's food trucks. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door. A portion of the proceeds from the Summer Wine Tasting Gathering benefits the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults.
Funkadelic Gathering
Penn Station Plaza, 1500 N Charles Street, Baltimore, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Come for food, live music, drink specials and Baltimore's food trucks. A portion of the proceeds from this event benefits Station North Arts & Entertainment, Inc.
Baltimore Bike Party: '80s Edition
North Quadrant of Washington Monument, 699 N Charles St, Baltimore
Meet fellow bike partiers at 7 p.m. at the Washington Monument for an '80s-themed bike ride (see route). Then join the after party at Lexington Market, and enjoy food from Mem Sahib, Faidley's Seafood, Mexican Delight, Carnivore BBQ, Busia's Kitchen and Iced Gems, and beer from Heavy Seas. Tickets are $4 each or $10 for 3; 1 ticket = 1 beer.
Dundalk Heritage Fair
2717 Playfield Street, Dundalk, all weekend until 10 p.m. each night
Experience three days of fun, food and festivities at the annual Dundalk Heritage Fair. Activities include rides, pig races, fireworks and performances by Jefferson Starship, Three Dog Night and The Mahoney Brothers. Tickets are sold at the front gate only on the day of the event. No pets, alcoholic beverages, coolers or outside food/drink. View the full entertainment schedule.
Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino at Creative Alliance
3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore, 8 p.m.
Enjoy southwestern Italy’s pizzica taranta music and dance tradition with these young leaders of Italy’s new wave at The Patterson. This dancer and dynamic seven-piece band from the Puglia region was founded in 1975 by Daniele Durante and is now led by his son Mauro, a noted percussionist and violinist. Tickets are $25/$20 for members.
Baltimore Orioles Game
W Lee St, Baltimore, Ongoing
Cheer on the Orioles at their games versus the Yankees this weekend at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. View the season's schedule.
Kid Rock at Jiffy Lube Live
7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow, VA 20136, 6:45 p.m.
Rock out to performances by Kid Rock, Uncle Kracker and Kool and The Gang.
"Feet on the Street" Block Party
Allegheny Avenue, Towson, 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Bring your family, friends and a beach chair to enjoy an evening under the stars. Allegheny Avenue will be closed from 6 to 9:30 p.m. between York Road and Washington Avenue for The Towson Chamber's block party every Friday from now until September 27. Have fun with live music, children's activities, moon bounces and more. Beer and wine available for sale. Outdoor grills, seating and fun summertime foods will be available from local eateries. Outside alcohol not permitted.
Frederick Road Fridays: Appaloosa
The Mews, off Frederick Road on Mellor Avenue, in parking lot in front of the Peace A Pizza, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Bring your family and friends to Catonsville Chamber's Frederick Road Fridays Summer Concert series, featuring beer and wine from Clipper City Brewing Co., home of Heavy Seas Beer, and the classic rock band Appaloosa.
Saturday, June 29
Old-Fashioned Fourth at BMI Farmer's Market1415 Key Highway, Baltimore, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Start your holiday celebrations with the Baltimore Museum of Industry for family-friendly games and crafts, including kite-making and an egg-and-spoon obstacle course.
Free Wellness Classes
West Shore Park, 400-500 blocks of Light Street, Inner Harbor, 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Join Waterfront Partnership for Waterfront Wellness 2013 for free wellness classes, including yoga, boot camp, CrossFit and Zumba Saturdays and Sundays, now through September 29 at West Shore Park (located between the Maryland Science Center and Baltimore Visitor Center). These public classes are suitable for all skill levels and are taught by local professionals in the wellness industry. All participants must be 18 years of age or older. Please be sure to bring a mat, towel and water. In the event of rain, class will be cancelled.
Brad Paisley: Beat This Summer Tour at Jiffy Lube Live
7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow, VA 20136, 7 p.m.
Enjoy performances by Brad Paisley, Chris Young, The Henningsens and Lee Brice.
Paint Annapolis 2013: Exhibit Preview Gala
Chaney Gallery, Second Floor, 801 Chase Street, Annapolis, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Don't miss the unveiling of the Juried Exhibition, where prizes will be awarded to artists from along the East Coast who have come to paint various places of Annapolis, as part of the 12th annual outdoor painting competition. Tickets are $20/$15 for MHCA members. View the weekend competition's full schedule and list of artists.
Tracy Morgan: Excuse My French
513 13th St, Washington, D.C., 8 p.m.
Watch comedian and actor Tracy Morgan from "Saturday Night Live" and "30 Rock" perform at Warner Theater. Tickets are $35.50 each.
Charm City Food Tours
Locations Vary, 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Visit Baltimore's historic public markets and sample foods at locals' favorite spots. Neighborhood tour options include Fells Point, Federal Hill, Little Italy, Jonestown and Mt. Vernon. Tickets vary from $53 to $58.
Lunar Bay Music and Arts Festival
Steppingstone Museum, 461 Quaker Bottom Road, Havre de Grace, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and 10 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday
Experience the first annual, two-day organic food, art and music festival, complete with 48 bands, fire throwers, aerial artists and more.
Knights of Columbus Charity Run/Walk
1010 Frederick Road, Catonsville, 8 a.m.
Join the Patapsco Knights for a 4-mile run or 1-mile run/walk along a scenic course through Catonsville, including hills, valleys and a trek down the Streetcar No. 8 path. Each participant will receive a free commemorative T-shirt and water bottle, as well as food and beverages. Participants ages 21 and older also can receive one free beer from a local brewery. Prizes will be awarded to top finishers in each category. Children's activities will be provided for those not running/walking in the event. Cost is $35 for 4-milers and $20 for 1-milers. Proceeds will help support the Knights’ charity programs.
FIT+: Harbor East Health and Fitness Expo
Aliceanna Street (800 Block between S Exeter and S President), Baltimore, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Experience the latest in exercise, health and lifestyle from Harbor East fitness centers and athletic apparel retailers as The MAC (Maryland Athletic Club), CrossFit Harbor East, Under Armour Brand House and lululemon athletica host free, 25-minute fitness classes. Enjoy live music from The Water & DJ J-Gray; healthy food, drink and cocktail offerings; fitness demos; healthy cooking courses; giveaways and more. Children are welcome at the FIT+ Kids Zone, with "Get Moving" exercise classes, hula hoop shows and instruction from Baltimore Hoop Love, a kids obstacle course, relays and play stations. Some class sizes are limited and on a first-come, first-serve basis. Rain date is Sunday, June 30. Tickets are non-refundable after Wednesday, June 26 at 10 p.m., unless the event is pushed to June 30.
New Belgium Brewing Tap Takeover
6242 Bellona Ave., Baltimore, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Check out the remodeled Pinehurst Wine Shoppe in North Baltimore, featuring fine wine, craft beer, spirits, artisanal cheese and a Growler Filling Station with 13 taps.
Sunday, June 30
Baltimore Farmers' Market and BazaarJones Falls Expressway at Holliday & Saratoga streets, 7 a.m. to noon
Take a Sunday stroll through Maryland's largest producers-only market every Sunday from now until December 22. Enjoy a wide selection of foods, vegan items and multicultural cuisines. Unique crafts and collectibles also available.
Ladew Topiary Gardens' Summer Concert Series: Time Will Tell
3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Sing along with the 4-piece band of seasoned musicians of Time Will Tell, performing familiar songs by classic rock, oldies, pop and British Invasion artists from the '50s to the '90s. Tickets are available at the door and do not need to be purchased in advance: $15 for adults/$7 for members; $13 for seniors ages 62 and older, and students; $3 for children ages 2 to 12. Picnics, blankets and chairs are welcome. No pets, alcohol or athletic equipment.
Linganore Wine Cellars: Summer Music Series
13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mt. Airy, noon to 5 p.m.
Enjoy music by Gina Desimone & Pat Quinn and gourmet sliders (burgers, chicken, portobello) by UpslideDown Dave. Free.
Free Family Sundays: Famous Personalities Family Tour
10 Art Museum Drive, Baltimore, 2 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Every Sunday, the Baltimore Museum of Art hosts a variety of activities just for families. Look for Henri Matisse’s dog Raoudi (pronounced "rowdy"), the BMA’s guide for family art adventures and the perky schnauzer from the painting Interior with Dog that will be appearing throughout the museum. This Sunday, enjoy a gallery tour of famous personalities.
TELL US: What are your plans this weekend? Let us know in the comments below if we've missed your event!
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