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Eating Baltimore Weekend Guide: April 18-20
Your local cheat sheet for what to eat, sip, and do in Baltimore this weekend.
Eating Baltimore
April 17, 2025
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Hey there, Baltimore — here's what we've got for you this weekend:
🎉 Spring festivals are in full swing — from pinball parties in Hampden to candlelit concerts and a Nepalese street fest on Pratt
🍝 We’re spotlighting Costiera, the sleek coastal Italian newcomer that’s redefining Harbor East dining
🏠 And if you’ve ever dreamed of a grand old Roland Park home with room for everything, wait till you see this week’s listing
Scroll down, make plans, and eat well — it’s a good weekend to be in Baltimore.
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Baltimore Weekend Weather Snapshot
Friday, April 18:
Partly cloudy with a high of 62°F and a low of 48°F. Light breeze throughout the day.
Saturday, April 19:
Mostly sunny and pleasant. High around 65°F, low near 50°F. Ideal for outdoor activities.
Sunday, April 20:
Increasing clouds with a chance of late afternoon showers. High of 60°F, low of 47°F.
Things To Do This Weekend In The Baltimore Area
Food & Drink
Bunny Bonanzoo
📅 Date: April 18–20, 2025
📍Location: Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Place
Description: Celebrate spring with games, crafts, egg hunts, live entertainment, and food vendors. Great for families and kids, with plenty of treats and snacks available throughout the event. [Link]
Baltimore Old Time Music Festival
📅 Date: April 18–19, 2025
📍Location: Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Highway
Description: In addition to concerts and workshops, the festival features food and drink vendors on-site, offering a variety of local eats and beverages for attendees. [Link]
PinBaltimore: The World's Greatest Pinball Party
📅 April 18–20, 2025
📍 Holy Frijoles, 908 W 36th St
Experience three days of nonstop pinball excitement featuring over 80 machines on freeplay, live music, DJs, and multiple tournaments, including the Baltimore City Pinball Championship. Hosted by Holy Frijoles, this festival is a must-attend for pinball enthusiasts and newcomers alike. [Link]
Country Bottomless Brunch Party
📅 April 19, 2025
📍 Jimmy’s Famous Seafood, 6526 Holabird Ave
Experience three days of nonstop pinball excitement featuring over 80 machines on freeplay, live music, DJs, and multiple tournaments, including the Baltimore City Pinball Championship. Hosted by Holy Frijoles, this festival is a must-attend for pinball enthusiasts and newcomers alike. [Link]
Art & Culture
Reverie & Alchemy: Cabinets of Curiosity
📅 Date: Through April 19, 2025
📍Location: Towson University, Center for the Arts, 7700 Osler Dr., Towson
Description: An exhibition where student artists present creative stories about existentialism, self, and community through their own Cabinets of Curiosity. [Link]
Tom Miller Retrospective
📅 Date: Through April 19, 2025
📍Location: Eubie Blake Cultural Center, 847 N. Howard St.
Description: Explore a collection of works by the late Baltimore muralist, screenprinter, and artist Tom Miller, including well-known and never-before-seen pieces. [Link]
2025 Baker Artist Award Showcase
📅 Date: Opens April 19, 2025 (runs Saturdays through May 24)
📍Location: Current Space, 421 N. Howard St.
Description: Exhibition of works by finalists in the visual and interdisciplinary arts disciplines of Baltimore’s prestigious Baker Artist Awards. [Link]
The Janet & Walter Sondheim Art Prize Finalists Exhibition
📅 Date: Opens April 19, 2025 (runs through July 20)
📍Location: The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St.
Description: Artworks from five finalists of the Sondheim Art Prize, featuring some of the region's most exciting contemporary artists. [Link]
Music & Entertainment
Candlelight: A Tribute to Whitney Houston
📅 Date: April 18, 2025, 6:30–7:45 p.m.
📍Location: Meyerhoff Auditorium, Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr.
Description: The Kennedy String Quartet performs Whitney Houston’s hits by candlelight in a live, multi-sensory musical experience. [Link]
Alsop Conducts Scheherazade
📅 Date: April 19, 2025, 8 p.m.
📍Location: Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St.
Description: Music Director Laureate Marin Alsop leads the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra in a performance of Rimsky-Korsakov’s epic symphony “Scheherazade.” [Link]
Grim Reefer Fest
📅 Date: April 19, 2025, 2 p.m.
📍Location: Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St.
Description: Celebrate the “High Holidays” with a full day of live music from stoner, doom, and psych bands, plus themed festivities. [Link]
Global Nepal Fest
📅 Date: April 20, 2025, 12–6 p.m.
📍Location: 201 E. Pratt St.
Description: A vibrant street festival featuring traditional Nepalese culture, street vendors, and live entertainment. [Link]
Featured Restaurant of the Week:
Costiera
Modern Coastal Italian Vibes in Harbor East
Crudo, charcoal-grilled branzino, and a bar menu made for Aperol lovers — Costiera is Baltimore’s sleek new Italian spot, and it’s already becoming a go-to.
Try the octopus, the agnolotti, and whatever’s on the Negroni list.
📍 1000 Lancaster St
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On the Market: Baltimore Home of the Week
Grand 8-Bedroom Colonial in Roland Park
Step into timeless elegance with this expansive 8-bedroom, 5-bathroom Colonial-style home nestled in the heart of Roland Park. Built in 1907, this residence boasts over 5,150 square feet of living space, offering a harmonious blend of historic charm and modern amenities.
Features:
Spacious Living Areas: Multiple living and dining rooms adorned with original hardwood floors and intricate moldings.
Gourmet Kitchen: Equipped with updated appliances, ample counter space, and custom cabinetry.
Private Outdoor Space: A beautifully landscaped yard perfect for entertaining or relaxing.
Additional Amenities: Includes a finished basement, detached garage, and ample storage throughout.
Details:
Price: $649,900
Address: 112 Elmhurst Rd, Baltimore, MD 21210
Square Footage: 5,154 sqft
Year Built: 1907
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Baltimore History Bite
Did you know… Edgar Allan Poe lived in Baltimore from 1833 to 1835?
His tiny brick house still stands on Amity Street, near Lexington Market. You can visit the Poe House & Museum, a lesser-known gem that captures Baltimore’s gothic literary roots. Bonus: the annual Poe Fest is coming in October
Local Insider Tip
Skip the line at Ekiben in Fells Point — hit the original location in Hampden.
Same legendary Taiwanese fried chicken, fewer tourists, and faster turnaround if you go early. Pro tip: order online ahead, walk up to Roosevelt Park, and make it a picnic.
Have A Great Weekend!
Matt
Publisher, Eating Baltimore
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