Irish Stroll

The Best Things to Do in Baltimore This Weekend...

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Eating Baltimore
March 06, 2026

Hey Baltimore—

Pier Six Pavilion has new management — the Baltimore Development Corporation just selected local firm The Finn Group and NYC-based Knitting Factory Entertainment to take over the beloved Inner Harbor concert venue.

BDC President Otis Rolley says the venue will "continue to showcase world-class talent, deliver memorable experiences for audiences and generate meaningful economic impact for Baltimore."

If you need to find me on June 6th, I’ll be at Pier Six for the Beach Boys. Anyways.

🏠 For Sale: Stately brick estate at 818 W University Pkwy — 6 beds, 5.5 baths, 7,461 sq ft behind elegant iron gates with 8 fireplaces, a gourmet kitchen, and a third-floor primary suite that's a world unto itself. Listed at $1,550,000.

🍽️ Menu Item: Vegan oxtails at Bar V Baltimore — plant-based oxtails over jollof rice with plantain and roasted carrots, perfectly timed for Maryland Vegan Restaurant Week. One of Baltimore's best plant-based dishes, full stop.

🎟️ Hot Ticket: The 2nd Annual Cross Street Oysterfest is coming April 18th — grab your tickets before they shuck out.

Here’s what we’ve got this week:

  • Highlandtown First Friday Art Walk…

  • Canton’s Irish Stroll Bar Crawl…

  • And Geno’s Steaks is officially open at Power Plant Live…

Scroll on, make plans, and eat well, Charm City.

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Things To Do In Baltimore & Surrounding Areas This Weekend

Friday March 6th

Highlandtown First Friday Art Walk (Free)
📅 Friday, March 6 | 5 PM – 9 PM
📍 Highlandtown Arts District, Eastern Ave & surrounding galleries, Baltimore
A neighborhood-wide art walk featuring gallery openings, improv shows, live music jam sessions, drag performances, pop-up shops, tastings, and food from Highlandtown restaurants and vendors.

BRB Vinyl Nite (Free)
📅 Friday, March 6 | 6 PM–10 PM
📍 Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E 30th St, Baltimore
Baltimore Record Bazaar hosts this monthly vinyl night with DJ Mikie Love & friends spinning records while vendors sell vinyl in the taproom alongside craft beer, a food truck, and the Dugout Arcade.

GenX Takeover Comedy Tour ($)
📅 Friday, March 6 | 8 PM (Doors at 7 PM)
📍 The Lyric, 140 W Mt Royal Ave, Baltimore
A nostalgia-packed comedy night featuring Gen X comedians delivering stand-up inspired by the music, movies, and culture that defined the generation.

The Office Trivia Night (Free to Play)
📅 Friday, March 6 | 8:30 PM
📍 The Brass Tap – Towson Town Center, 833 Dulaney Valley Rd, Towson
Test your Dunder Mifflin knowledge at this Office-themed trivia night with prizes for the top teams including a $50 gift card for first place.

Saturday March 7th

Irish Music Festival ($)
📅 Saturday, March 7 | 1 PM – 6 PM
📍 Oregon Ridge Lodge, 13401 Beaver Dam Rd, Cockeysville
Celebrate St. Patrick’s season with live Irish music from The ShamRogues, Celtic Corridor, and Jim Eagan & Brandt Huseman, plus Irish food and festive fun at Oregon Ridge Park.

Canton’s Irish Stroll Bar Crawl ($)
📅 Saturday, March 7 | 1 PM – 9 PM
📍 O’Donnell Square Park, 1021 S Linwood Ave, Baltimore
Kick off St. Patrick’s Day early with a Canton bar crawl featuring drink specials, DJs, costume prizes, and cover-free entry to participating neighborhood bars including Claddagh Pub, Cowboy Row, The Worthington, and Lee’s Pint & Shell.

DAYSHIFT – World’s Biggest 30+ Day Party ($)
📅 Saturday, March 7 | 5 PM – 9 PM (21+)
📍 Power Plant Live!, 34 Market Pl, Baltimore
A daytime clubbing experience for the 30+ crowd featuring DJs spinning huge ‘80s, ‘90s, and 2000s hits with dancers, disco balls, and confetti showers—bringing full nightclub energy without staying out past midnight.

🎵 I Wanna Dance With Somebody… Before 9PM ($)
📅 Saturday, March 7 | 5 PM – 9 PM (21+)
📍 Ottobar, 2549 N Howard St, Baltimore
A two-room early dance party takeover with DJ Matt Kirby spinning neon-soaked ‘80s hits downstairs and DJ Amsies bringing flannel-era ‘90s bangers upstairs—nostalgia-fueled dancing that still gets you home early.

National Crab Day at Pierpoint (Reservation Required)
📅 Saturday, March 7 | 6:30 PM
📍 Pierpoint Restaurant & Catering, 1822 Aliceanna St, Baltimore
A reservation-only crab feast featuring red or white crab soup, crab dip, crab mac & cheese, crab cakes, tempura crab claws, steamed crabs, and more—$20 deposit required toward your bill with limited seating for 36 guests.

🎵 METROSCHOCK @ Metro Gallery ($)
📅 Saturday, March 7 | Doors at 9:00 PM (21+)
📍 Metro Gallery, 1700 N Charles St, Baltimore
Baltimore’s longest-running dark dance party returns with resident DJs Neska, Nicholai, and Angel spinning goth, industrial, synthwave, and ‘80s/’90s dark beats all night.

Sunday March 8th

International Gem & Jewelry Show ($)
📅 March 6–8 | Fri 12 PM – 6 PM • Sat 10 AM – 6 PM • Sun 11 AM – 5 PM
📍 Maryland State Fairgrounds (Exhibition Hall), 2200 York Rd, Lutherville-Timonium
Shop directly from designers, wholesalers, and manufacturers offering diamonds, gemstones, pearls, vintage jewelry, engagement rings, watches, beads, and jewelry supplies at one of the country’s largest traveling jewelry marketplaces.

International Women’s Day Celebration (Free)
📅 Sunday, March 8 | 1 PM
📍 Pickett Brewing Company, 1130 S Paca St, Baltimore
Celebrate International Women’s Day with live bluegrass from The Black-Eyed Suzies, food from Taste410, a women-owned vendor market, and a special beer release supporting a local cause.

KPop Demon Hunters Trivia @ M8 Beer (Suggested $5 Donation)
📅 Sunday, March 8 | 2 PM – 4 PM
📍 M8 Beer, 831 Guilford Ave, Baltimore
A themed trivia afternoon hosted by Charm City Trivia with questions centered on KPop Demon Hunters, raising money for Casey Cares while teams compete for bragging rights over beers.

This Week in the Community…

Fondue Chain Eyeing Third Baltimore-Area Location
The Melting Pot, known for meals centered around melted cheese and chocolate is looking to expand again in Greater Baltimore, potentially opening a third local location if it finds the right franchise partner. Read more…

Iconic Philly Cheesesteak Spot Geno’s Steaks Officially Opens in Baltimore
Geno’s Steaks — the legendary Philadelphia cheesesteak institution — has opened its first Maryland location at Power Plant Live! in downtown Baltimore. The shop serves its signature thinly sliced rib-eye cheesesteaks, hoagies, and classic toppings on freshly baked rolls, bringing the iconic Philly street-food experience to the Inner Harbor entertainment district. Read more…

Atlas Restaurant Group Opens New Headquarters in Fells Point
Atlas Restaurant Group has unveiled a new headquarters in Fells Point designed to support the company’s continued growth while reflecting its Baltimore roots. The sleek office blends modern workspace design with historic elements, creating a space that highlights the restaurant group’s expansion while honoring the character of the neighborhood. Read more…

Real Estate Corner

Pet Of The Week

Have a furry, feathered, or scaly friend you’re proud of? Send a photo and a few fun facts, and we might feature them in an upcoming issue. It’s a fun way to share smiles with the community and discover local pet resources along the way.

This week’s reader submission is: Sol

“This is Sol. A 66 lb cuddle bug. Super sweet & lovable. Loves to run in the park & chase balls. He listens so well. I can take him anywhere.   He never misses a chance to eat. You always have a shadow when you walk in the kitchen and he hogs the bed.  I love this dog”

Sol, thinking about his next meal!

Date Spot Of The Week

Oluem (Fells Point)

📍 701 S Bond St, Baltimore, MD 21231

Tucked into the cobblestone charm of Fells Point, Oleum feels tailor-made for a slower night out. The dining room is warm and intimate with a modern Mediterranean feel—dim lighting, thoughtful plating, and just enough buzz to make it feel lively without losing that “lean in across the table” energy.

The menu leans plant-forward but never boring. Expect creative dishes built around seasonal vegetables, bold sauces, and Mediterranean inspiration. Even non-vegans tend to walk away impressed—the flavors are layered, the presentation is polished, and the cocktails and wine pair easily with the menu’s brighter, herb-driven dishes.

Right now is an especially good time to visit thanks to their Vegan Restaurant Week menu, a multi-course tasting that’s a great way to explore the kitchen’s style without overthinking the order. If you’ve been curious about Oleum—or just want a date night that feels a little different from the usual steak-and-seafood rotation—this is your excuse.

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Have a great weekend!

Matt | Eating Baltimore

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