Werner’s Diner & Pub Reopens Downtown

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

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Eating Baltimore
October 24, 2025

Hey Baltimore—

Welcome to the 48 new subscribers who joined since last week’s edition. Happy to have you in our (growing) community!

Here’s what we’ve got this week:

  • Boos & Brews Bar Crawl @ Power Plant Live…

  • Dog Halloween Costume Contest @ Peabody Heights Brewery…

  • An Historic Baltimore Diner Is Making a Comeback…

  • And much more…

Scroll on, make plans, and as always — eat well, Charm City.

🚨 Baltimore Beer Passport Update 🚨

I’ve still got a handful of Beer Passports sitting in my office—but once they’re gone, they’re gone.

This limited-edition punch card is available only to Eating Baltimore readers—you won’t find it for sale anywhere else.

$15 per card & ~$40 worth of free beer

✅ One punch per visit = one free beer
✅ Redeem at: One-Eyed Mike’s, The Brass Tap Baltimore, Octobar, Checkerspot Brewing, and Heavy Seas Beer
✅ Valid through December 31, 2025

Things To Do In Baltimore & Surrounding Areas This Weekend

Food & Drink

🎃 Official Boos & Brews Bar Crawl ($)
📅 Saturday, October 25th | 6PM–1AM
📍 Power Plant Live!, 34 Market Place, Baltimore
Get ready to roam Baltimore’s best bars in full spooky mode. The Official Boos & Brews Bar Crawl includes early­-entry VIP tickets, color-changing cups, costume contests, drink and food specials across participating venues, and DJ sets spinning Halloween hits. Tickets are required — come dressed to impress!

💀 6th Annual Ottobar Halloween Market (Free)
📅 Sunday, October 26th | 12–5PM
📍 Ottobar, 2549 N Howard St, Baltimore
Get spooky and shop local at the 6th Annual Ottobar Halloween Market — featuring 30+ handmade vendors, food by Bite Back, and a full neighborhood takeover with pop-ups from The Charmers Club Vintage, a Ravens game viewing at Sweet 27, and a costume party at Vision House. Come for the shopping, stay for the chaos — it’s a true Baltimore Halloween classic.

🎃 Conrad’s Halloween Bash (Free)
📅 Saturday, October 25th | 8PM
📍 Conrad’s Seafood Restaurant, 9629 Belair Rd, Perry Hall
Conrad’s Seafood turns spooky for their annual Halloween Bash — complete with wicked drink specials, themed cocktails, a live DJ spinning the Monster Mash, and a costume contest with $200, $100, and $50 prizes. Bring your crew, dress to impress (or terrify), and get ready for a night of chills, thrills, and seafood-fueled fun.

🎃 Das Spook-Toberfest Block Party (Free)
📅 Saturday, October 25th | 10AM
📍 Das Bierhalle Parkville, 9527 Harford Rd, Parkville
It’s block party season at Das Bierhalle! Celebrate Halloween Bavarian-style with an all-day bash featuring live music, games, prizes, giveaways, face painting, and plenty of beer and bratwurst to go around. Family-friendly during the day and a full-on party by night — this annual Spook-Toberfest is one you don’t want to miss.

🐾 Dog Halloween Costume Contest at Peabody Heights Brewery (Free)
📅 Saturday, October 25th | 12 PM
📍 Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E 30th St, Baltimore
Bring your four-legged friends to the 1st Annual Dog Halloween Costume Contest at Peabody Heights Brewery! Expect free dog goodies, treats, and prizes for the best-dressed pups — plus cold beer for the humans and endless pets for all the good boys and girls. A tail-wagging good time for the whole pack!

👻 Nepenthe Halloween Weekend (Free)
📅 Saturday–Sunday, October 25–26 | Times Vary
📍 Nepenthe Brewing Co., 3626 Falls Rd, Baltimore
Nepenthe is going all out for Halloween with two full days of spooky fun — door prizes, horror flicks on the big screen, themed cocktails, candy, and costume contests with killer prizes. Saturday features an optional 4-hour open bar ($45) with two sessions (12–4 PM & 5–9 PM), while Sunday brings a Murder Mystery Trivia Game at 1 PM. Costumes highly encouraged — and maybe a little fear, too.

Family Fun

🎃 Trunk or Treat at The Maryland Zoo (Free)
📅 Friday, October 24th | 6–8PM
📍 The Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Place, Baltimore
Join the Zoo and local community partners for an evening of free, safe trick-or-treating in the Bog Turtle Lot! Expect candy stations, food trucks, interactive exhibits, creepy-crawler ambassador visits, and fun for the whole family — rain or shine. Costumes encouraged, and kids must be accompanied by an adult.

🚋 Trick-or-Treat at the Baltimore Streetcar Museum ($)
📅 Saturday, October 25th | 11AM–5PM
📍 Baltimore Streetcar Museum, 1901 Falls Rd, Baltimore
Hop aboard for a day of Halloween fun at the Baltimore Streetcar Museum! Enjoy kids’ crafts, a costume contest with prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place (winners announced at 2 PM), and scenic streetcar rides through the city. Children in costume ride free with a paying adult — a perfect family-friendly way to celebrate spooky season!

🍿 Full Sensory Nightmare Before Christmas at The Charmery ($)
📅 Friday–Sunday, October 24–26 | Multiple Showtimes
📍 The Charmery Ice Cream Factory, 1700 W 41st St, Baltimore
Experience The Nightmare Before Christmas like never before with The Charmery’s Full Sensory Movie Experience — complete with a popcorn bar, themed drinks, treats tied to movie scenes, and immersive sensory effects like lights, sounds, and scents. Multiple showings all weekend, with allergy accommodations available. A magical (and delicious) Halloween outing for all ages!

🕸️ Boo Brunch at The Valley Inn ($)
📅 Saturday, October 25th | 11:30 AM
📍 The Valley Inn, 10501 Falls Rd, Lutherville-Timonium
Get ready for a spook-tacular brunch at The Valley Inn! Kids can enjoy Halloween crafts, games, and activities while parents sip mimosas and dig into festive brunch favorites. Costumes encouraged for little ghouls and goblins — it’s a family-friendly Halloween celebration with plenty of treats (and maybe a few tricks).

Music & Entertainment

🎶 October Fest at R. House ft. Saxl Rose (Free)
📅 Saturday, October 25th | 6–9 PM
📍 R. House, 301 W 29th St, Baltimore, MD
Kick back with smooth sounds and fall vibes as recording artist Saxl Rose brings his signature energy to R. House for a free October Fest celebration. Expect great food, craft cocktails, and live music that turns the night into an unforgettable Baltimore vibe.

🎵 VinylCon! at UNION Craft Brewing ($)
📅 Saturday–Sunday, October 25–26 | Sat 10 AM–6 PM | Sun 10 AM–4 PM
📍 UNION Craft Brewing, 1700 W 41st St, Baltimore, MD
Dig through crates and discover hidden gems at VinylCon!, a two-day celebration of music, collecting, and community at UNION Craft Brewing. Browse rare records, memorabilia, and media from sellers across the region while enjoying great beer and live music. Early entry tickets available for collectors who want first pick, plus general admission passes for both days.

This Week in the Community…

Werner’s Diner & Pub Reopens Downtown
A Baltimore classic is back — Werner’s Diner & Pub has reopened on Redwood Street, blending 1950s charm with a modern bar and comfort-food menu. The revived spot serves all-day breakfast, hearty sandwiches, and cocktails in the heart of downtown. Read more…

Laverne’s Lounge Coming to Station North
The former Trip’s Place on North Charles will soon reopen as Laverne’s, a lounge and entertainment venue led by a local collective of artists and engineers. The project will restore the historic mezzanine space while adding a casual restaurant and creative studios next door in the old Gatsby’s building. Read more…

Lantern Parade Returns to Patterson Park
The 26th Annual Great Baltimore Lantern Parade lights up Patterson Park this Saturday with thousands of glowing creations, live music, and a Día de los Muertos celebration. The community procession, organized by the Creative Alliance, kicks off at 7 p.m. near the Pulaski Monument and is free to attend. Read more…

Howl to Close at McHenry Row
Locust Point’s Howl restaurant is shutting its doors after less than two years at McHenry Row. The owners cited difficulty sustaining business at the location and plan to close by the end of October. Read more…

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: Aura

“This is Aura, she moved to Federal Hill last summer and has loved every minute since! She’s happiest on long sniff walks or indulging in a pup scoop from the window at Bmore Licks.”

Aura, always ready for a treat!

P.S. I’m also looking to partner with a local pet business to help bring this section to life—if that’s you (or someone you know), shoot me an email here.

Real Estate Corner: Brought to You By Susan Carroll, eXp Realty 

Each week we’ll showcase a few standout listings from around the Baltimore area—sometimes it’s a great starter home, sometimes a smart investment, and sometimes just one we can all daydream about.

If any of these spark your interest, or you’re curious about the market in general, our partner Susan Carroll is here to help with buying, selling, or answering your real estate questions.

Living Near the Park: Why Patterson Park Homes Still Deliver Baltimore’s Best Lifestyle Value

For homebuyers looking to balance city energy with outdoor serenity, homes surrounding the park continue to offer one of the best values in Baltimore. Located east of downtown the Patterson Park area blends history, culture, and affordability in a way few neighborhoods can.

The classic red brick front Baltimore rowhome, many beautifully renovated, offer character that new builds can’t replicate. Add in walkable access to the park, and it’s easy to see why these homes remain in demand.

Patterson Park stands out as a Baltimore’s sweet spot! 37 Belnord Ave Baltimore Open this Saturday 

Date Spot Of The Week

📍 2108 Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD 21231

This week we’re heading to Johnny Rad’s Pizzeria Tavern — a neighborhood staple that nails the sweet spot between dive-bar comfort and elevated pizza joint. It’s the kind of date spot that feels effortless: great pies, local beer, a little edge, and a lot of personality.

Split a Pepe Martinez, their fan-favorite pizza loaded with “cup & char” pepperoni and fresh mozzarella, or go for the Trainwreck, a veggie-packed pie that even meat lovers rave about. If you’re feeling indulgent, the Salted Caramel Bread Pudding (vegan, somehow) and a cold craft beer are a perfect combo.

The back room Skee-Ball lanes and vintage vibe make it an easy spot to linger — whether it’s a first date or a low-key night out with someone who appreciates good food and no pretense.

👉 Check out the full menu & plan your night: johnnyrads.com

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Have a great weekend!

Matt | Eating Baltimore

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