Your Labor Day Weekend Guide to Baltimore

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

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Eating Baltimore
August 28, 2025

Hey Baltimore—

Welcome to the 78 new subscribers who joined since last week’s edition. Happy to have you in our (growing) community!

Shoutout to all the parents who survived the first week of school! None of that yet for me, but I’ll be attempting to take my 1 yr old to the Maryland State Fair this weekend. If you’ve been this year, reply to this email and pass along any stops we should make sure to hit!

It’s Labor Day Weekend and I’ve got quite a lot for you. Sunset drinks at HarborPoint… An anime convention at the Lord Baltimore Hotel... and a new Salsa night at M8 Beer. Just to name a few…

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

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Baltimore Weekend Weather Snapshot

Friday, August 29: Partly sunny with a chance of an early afternoon shower. High near 79°F, low dips to 53°F. Start the day strong—morning’s your best window. Afternoon might need a quick umbrella just in case.
Saturday, August 30: Plenty of sunshine and much improved. High around 76°F, low in the low 50s (51°F). A solid, crisp day—perfect for strolling, brunch patios, and early festival runs.
Sunday, August 31: A beautiful, calm close to the weekend. Highs near 78°F, lows around 56°F. Ideal for outdoor plans—dry, comfortable, and just right.

Things To Do In Baltimore & Surrounding Areas This Weekend

Food & Drink

📚 The Bus Books Grand Opening
📅 Friday, August 29 | 5PM–9PM
📍 Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E 30th St, Baltimore
Celebrate the first in-person pop-up from The Bus Booksellers. Browse a curated selection of books for all ages while enjoying local brews at Peabody Heights.

🌅 Sunset Sips
📅 Friday, August 29 | 5PM–8PM
📍 Point Park at Harbor Point, 1310 Point St, Baltimore
Kick off the weekend with golden hour vibes on the waterfront—refreshing drinks, tasty bites, and laid-back tunes with unbeatable sunset views of downtown Baltimore.

💃 Friday Salsa & Bachata Night – Grand Opening
📅 Friday, August 29th | 8PM–1:30AM
📍 M8 Beer Co., 1399 S Sharp St, Baltimore
Kick off a new Friday night tradition with SalsaNow—beginner and intermediate dance lessons, DJ Gio spinning Salsa & Bachata hits, craft cocktails, brews, and tasty bites. No partner needed, just bring your energy and hit the floor. Cover $10 or $15 with lessons.

🥕 Baltimore Museum of Industry’s Farmers Market
📅 Saturday, August 30th | 9AM-1PM
📍 Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy, Baltimore
Every Saturday, the waterfront at BMI comes alive with fresh produce, local goods, live music, and family-friendly fun. Grab a coffee, stroll the stalls, and soak up the best of Baltimore’s maker scene.

🌞 Top of the Morning Festival
📅 Saturday, August 30 | 9AM–3PM
📍 Power Plant Live!, 34 Market Pl, Baltimore
Kick off Labor Day weekend with a high-energy morning party featuring R&B, Afro Beats, and Hip Hop. Enjoy a brunch buffet, open bar, and hookah patio while DJs keep the vibes rolling from sunrise to afternoon. Ages 21+.

🏉 Women’s Rugby World Cup Watch Party
📅 Saturday, August 30 | 12-4PM
📍 Sláinte Irish Pub & Restaurant, 1700 Thames St, Baltimore
Cheer on the Women’s Rugby World Cup at Fells Point’s favorite Irish pub with drink specials and plenty of fan energy. Matches include England vs. Samoa at noon and USA vs. Australia at 2:30 PM.

🍸 Cocktails & Conversation
📅 Sunday, August 31st | 1PM–5PM
📍 Simply Plain Jane, 2102 N Charles St, Baltimore
An intimate afternoon of mixology and community—learn to craft two signature cocktails, enjoy charcuterie and dessert, and take part in open-floor conversations. Proceeds support back-to-school supplies for local kids, so every sip gives back.

Family Fun

🎎 Miryokucon 2025
📅 Friday August 29th – Sunday August 31st | 3PM
📍 Lord Baltimore Hotel, 20 W Baltimore St, Baltimore
Baltimore’s fan-friendly anime convention returns as a three-day celebration with panels, screenings, gaming, cosplay, and special events—all at the historic Lord Baltimore Hotel.

🏈 Meet the Birds: Mike Green Edition
📅 Friday, August 29th | 7-9PM
📍 Jimmy’s Famous Seafood, 6526 Holabird Ave, Baltimore
Ravens rookie phenom Mike Green headlines this season’s first “Meet the Birds” event with a Q&A, photo ops, and autographs. A family-friendly, interactive charity experience bringing fans closer to Baltimore’s newest defensive star.

🌽 Fells Point Farmers Market
📅 Saturday, August 30th | 8AM–12:30PM
📍 Broadway Square, S Broadway, Baltimore
Shop local produce, baked goods, and artisan vendors at this vibrant waterfront farmers market in the heart of Fells Point.

🧘 Fitness Series: Yoga in the Park
📅 Saturday, August 30th | 9:30-10:30AM
📍 Mount Vernon Place, South Square, 699 Washington Pl, Baltimore
Start your Saturday with a free outdoor yoga session led by City Fit Baltimore and the Mount Vernon Place Conservancy. All levels welcome—just bring a mat and water.

💦 Wild Water Splash Days
📅 Saturday, August 30th | 10AM–4PM
📍 The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, One Safari Place, Baltimore
Celebrate summer’s end with water slides, splash pads, bounce houses, and carnival games—plus animals cooling off with icy treats. Pack swim gear and a towel! Free with Zoo admission or membership.

🎨 Free Family Sundays at the BMA
📅 Sunday, August 31st | 2-5PM
📍 Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr, Baltimore
Drop in for a free art-making workshop designed for families with kids ages 6–9. Each week offers hands-on creativity in the BMA’s Joseph Education Center Studio.

Music & Entertainment

🎸 Glen Zeppelin at Peabody Heights Brewery
📅 Friday, August 29th | 6PM
📍 Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E 30th St, Baltimore
Close out summer with cold beers, eats from The Concession Stand, and live rock from Glen Zeppelin. Family-friendly atmosphere with a huge video game room—kids and pets welcome.

🎶 Who Knew? Live at the Maryland State Fair
📅 Friday, August 29th | 7PM
📍 Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd, Timonium
Local favorite Who Knew? returns to rock the State Fair with a high-energy set. Grab some fair food (yes, even a corndog) and enjoy the show under the lights.

🎪 Foam Wonderland
📅 Friday, August 29th | 7PM
📍 Power Plant Live!, 34 Market Pl, Baltimore
Dive into an immersive dance party with wall-to-wall foam effects, DJs, and high-energy vibes—downtown Baltimore’s wildest nightlife experience this Labor Day weekend.

🎶 K-POP Dance Party at Ottobar
📅 Saturday, August 30th | 8PM
📍 Ottobar, 2549 N Howard St, Baltimore
Dance all night to hits from TWICE, LE SSERAFIM, SEVENTEEN, NEWJEANS, Stray Kids, ATEEZ, TXT, Red Velvet, and more at this DJ-driven K-POP party and pop-up event.

🎵 The Polkats Reunion 2025
📅 Sunday, August 31st | 7PM
📍 Zen West Roadside Cantina, 5916 York Rd, Baltimore
Back after more than six years, The Polkats reunite for a special Labor Day weekend show with two sets of high-energy polkat music. Come early for dinner at Zen West, then head to the music room for the party. Tickets $25—expected to sell out.

🎭 August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson
📅 Opens Sunday, August 31st | Runs through September 28th
📍 Everyman Theatre, 315 W Fayette St, Baltimore
A Pulitzer Prize-winning play that examines family legacy and identity through a battle over an ancestral piano. Presented as part of Baltimore’s August Wilson Celebration.

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: Ophelia

“Phee for short. She’s a 4 year old Australian Shepherd. She’s obsessed with playing fetch with any ball she can get her paws on. When she’s not in action, she likes to relax with a Starbucks pup cup on road trips to the beach.”

Phee, a very good girl!

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.

Date Spot Of The Week

The Bygone (Harbor East)

📍400 International Drive, 29th floor, Baltimore, MD 21202

We’re dialing up the luxury this week…

Perched atop the Four Seasons with sweeping Inner Harbor views, The Bygone goes beyond dinner—it’s an elevated experience. Kick off with something unforgettable like Bigeye tuna tartare, oysters on the half shell, or the indulgent Shellfish Tower. Then move on to a show-stopping main course—think Koji-aged filet mignon, Veal Osso Buco, or the exquisite Jail Island salmon, each crafted with precision and elevated flavor.

Choose an exceptional cocktail or crack into their top-tier wine list, then take it all in—every detail from the ambiance to the service nips pretension and leans full-on romance.

Charm City Bulletin

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Bayside Asphalt | Serving Baltimore, Glen Burnie & Central Maryland
From driveways to parking lots, Bayside Asphalt delivers expert paving, sealcoating, and repairs with fast turnaround and honest pricing. Fully insured, family-run, and trusted by homeowners and businesses alike. Click here to request a free estimate or call 443-699-5179.

Green Fields Nursery | Baltimore City
Baltimore City's premier garden center since 1923. Find everything for fall planting—flowering perennials, shade & ornamental trees, houseplants, veggies, bulk soils, pottery, tools, and gardening gifts. Their expert team also offers in-home landscaping consultations. Visit greenfieldsnursery.com or call (410) 323-3444 for fresh tips and yard inspiration.

Regina Pools & Spas | Greater Baltimore
Family-owned since 1974 and serving Greater Baltimore from their Timonium showroom, Regina Pools & Spas offers everything from hot tubs (Hot Spring & Freeflow) to swim spas, saunas, and in-ground pool design and installation. When the season calls, their expert team handles pool openings, closings, maintenance, water care, pool repairs, and hot tub service. Ready to transform your backyard or relax with a soak? Call (410) 252‑5116 or visit reginapools.com to book your in-home consult today.

Real Estate Corner

Local News & Happenings

À Demain Cafe Opens in Hampden
À Demain Cafe, a cozy brunch-forward spot in Hampden, has just opened its doors. Expect a compact 800 sq ft space with French-inspired comfort food and a friendly neighborhood vibe. Now open Tuesday–Saturday, 8 AM–4 PM. Read more…

Street Art Brightens & Calms North Avenue
New murals, crosswalks, bump-outs, and planters are making West North Avenue safer and more vibrant, thanks to a community-led project with WNADA, Graham Projects, and Open Works. Read more…

Ravens Keep Kyle Hamilton by Signing Him to a Record-Breaking Deal
All-Pro safety Kyle Hamilton just locked in a four-year, $100.4 million contract extension with $82 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid safety in NFL history and cementing his role as a defensive cornerstone. Read more…

Di Pasquale’s Opens Gelateria in Federal Hill
Di Pasquale’s has added a new gelateria at HarborView Marina, serving gelato, affogatos, prosecco, and more—bringing authentic Italian treats to the waterfront. Read more…

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Have a great holiday weekend!

Matt | Eating Baltimore

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