Baltimore Weekend Events: 50th Mayor’s Christmas Parade, Pentatonix, Cirque du Soleil, David Spade, and more.
With the first weekend of December upon us, Baltimore is ringing in the winter holiday season with some fun events, like the Mayor’s Christmas Parade, a Pentatonix concert, a Cirque du Soleil performance, a David Spade comedy show, and more.
Events
Sip & Shop with The Shops at Kenilworth on December 6
‘Tis the season for shopping holiday looks and gifts while enjoying in-store incentives, music and refreshments! Join us for our…
This Baltimore holiday model train show isn’t your typical Christmas train garden.
The Holiday Model Train Show is returning for its second year at Roland Park Place on this weekend. Organizer Arthur…
The Royal Renaissance Ball at Charm City Countdown’s New Year’s Eve Extravaganza
Charm City Countdown, the largest all-inclusive NYE charity gala on the East Coast returns for its fifteenth year. Held at…
BmoreArt’s Picks: November 28 – December 4
BmoreArt’s picks this week: Christiana Caro in conversation at Saul Zentz Screening Room, Alonzo Davis virtual exhibition and discussion at…
Holiday Happenings
Columns

Bohemian Rhapsody
A writer’s life in Baltimore, where it’s never too late to be a work-in-progress.
Column by Marion Winik

On a Marble Stair
A Baltimore poet, essayist and educator chronicles the places, people, and pastimes they’ve called home.
Column by Jalynn Harris

Charm City Birdwatcher
Commentary on Baltimore sports teams, athletes, coaches and fans.
Column by Karuga Koinange

Hot Plate
Hot Plate: Medium Rare opens, Silver Queen Cafe turns 8, Black Friday brunching at Johnny’s, and more.
The turkeys have trotted and the cranberry sauce has been gobbled – so now it’s time for Baltimore food-lovers to…
Hot Plate: Joe Squared to close; Mama’s turns 20; Whiskey, Wine & Fire; Thanksgiving Market at Le Comptoir; and more.
Here in Baltimore, we’re ready for turkey, sauerkraut, oysters and everything else that makes Thanksgiving charming. But that’s not all…
Hot Plate: The Local Oyster closes, Patterson Park BrewFest, Thanksgiving plans and more
This week, the Baltimore food scene is all over the place, from pickles to whiskey to Thanksgiving prep. Here’s a…
Hot Plate: Bertha’s closes, Baltimore Craft Beer Festival, OyFest 10, and more.
Oysters, chili, beer and booze – this week has a lot to offer for Baltimore food lovers. Here’s a look…
Hot House
Hot House: Classic Spanish Revival-style house in Guilford features beautiful arches, wood-beamed ceiling, and more.
In this classic Spanish Revival-style house in Guilford, you will find decorative wrought iron fences, a wood-beamed ceiling living room, beautiful arches, and more.
More Stories
New MCAP test scores show signs of recovery from pandemic learning loss in English and math while science declines
The results for the 2023 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) tests for grades 3 to 8 show scores in English Language Arts and math have improved, but science scores have…
First Cold Blue Extreme Cold Alert of the season declared for Baltimore City
The Baltimore City Acting Health Commissioner Mary Beth Haller has declared the first Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert of the season. Winter weather is impacting the region Tuesday, and temperatures…
Behind the Scenes of “Circle Falls”: Q&A With Baltimore Indie Artist Jupie
Baltimore native and indie artist Jupie (Julius Unger Bowditch) is celebrating the Nov. 28 release of his new video single “Circle Falls,” ahead of the release of his new record…
Big Fish
Big Fish: Baltimore Jewish Council’s Howard Libit, on combatting antisemitism amid a growing war
Howard Libit, executive director of the Baltimore Jewish Council, spoke with Baltimore Fishbowl about the crisis between Israel and Hamas and how his organization is…
Big Fish: Jonathon Heyward, Music Director of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Music Director Jonathon Heyward spoke with Baltimore Fishbowl about his love of Mahler, his affinity for Old Bay, and the Converse Conductor…
Big Fish: Leo Wise, the federal prosecutor who holds Baltimore officials – and Hunter Biden – to account
Leo Wise, an assistant U.S Attorney, discusses his new book about prosecuting members of the Baltimore Police Department’s corrupt Gun Trace Task Force.
Wednesday Afternoon Headlines: Baltimore seeks to shield abortion seekers from out-of-state prosecution; Public safety outcry after Leakin Park assault; Multi-vendor retail space planned for Baltimore Peninsula; and more.
City Council resolution would shield abortion seekers in Baltimore from out-of-state prosecution — WJZ After a brutal assault in Leakin Park, residents decry lack of public safety measures — Baltimore Brew The Exchange, multi-vendor retail space, planned for Baltimore Peninsula — The Baltimore Sun Moore administration partners with nonprofit to reduce unintended pregnancies in Md.…
Wednesday Morning Headlines: Mayor endorses Alsobrooks without reciprocity; O’Malley moves closer to Social Security post; High-profile M&T branch closes; and more.
Former Gov. O’Malley moves step closer to becoming Social Security commissioner – CBS Baltimore/WJZ Mayor Scott endorses Alsobrooks for Senate, but Alsobrooks doesn’t immediately reciprocate – FOX Baltimore/WBFF New effort in Md. to eliminate contraception deserts – The Sun Gov. Moore speaks on 200-plus arrests during Thanksgiving week – WBAL News M&T Bank closes high-profile…
Tuesday Afternoon Headlines: Orioles announce 2024 home game start times; Baltimore holiday shoppers worry about carjackings; Balt. Co. middle schools to launch mental health hotline; and more.
Orioles announce changes in home game start times for 2024 — WBAL Baltimore-area carjackings have Marylanders worried about shopping during the holiday season — WJZ Mental health hotline to launch at five Baltimore County middle schools later this month — The Baltimore Sun BGE’s conduit financing memo should be made public, the PSC says –…
Tuesday Morning Headlines: Man sentenced to life for murder of Little Italy restaurant manager; Gov. releases security funds amid hate crimes; Calls for more security in Baltimore’s largest park; and more.
Man sentenced to life for murder of Little Italy restaurant manager in 2022 – WMAR-TV Governor releases additional security funds amid wave of hate crimes – The Sun Five Dunbar High students become ill after consuming ‘unidentified substance’ – CBS Baltimore/WJZ-TV Manual transmission thwarts car theft in Anne Arundel County – FOX Baltimore/WBFF-TV Safety concerns…
Monday Afternoon Headlines: Future of Orioles lease; Baltimore native now Spurs’ photographer; When could region see snow?; Company aims to prevent porch pirates; and more.
As lease nears end, Orioles and Maryland may consider development rights separately — The Baltimore Sun Through his own lens: How a self-taught kid from Baltimore became the Spurs’ photographer — San Antonio Report Weather Talk: First chance for snow on the horizon — WBAL ‘Porch Pair’ company aims to reduce package theft in Baltimore…
New ‘mobile welcome center’ brings language support to Baltimore County families
Baltimore County is done making non-English-speaking families travel miles to the only in-person center that enrolls their students in language support services. Now, the center is driving to them. The new Mobile Welcome Center looks like a bright blue school bus, parked every Tuesday at four different schools in east Baltimore County towns. But inside,…
Baltimore County unveils new bicycle and pedestrian master plan
Baltimore County has developed a master plan to address bicycle and pedestrian safety.
Program Spotlight 2023: Severn School
THE VAN ENEY ’09 FELLOWS PROGRAM Through the Van Eney ’09 Fellows Program, seniors at Severn School have the opportunity to pursue a year-long passion project that reflects their growing personal and intellectual interests. Fellows are selected through an application process and work on their projects throughout their senior year. The Fellows project represents learning…
Inside the Gorgeous New Coffeetable Book, “City of Artists, Baltimore”
BmoreArt’s latest publication, “City of Artists, Baltimore” pairs essays and artworks to showcase the vibrant creativity of Charm City.
Last Week, This Week: Stories You Need To Start Your Day (News From Nov. 20-24)
Last week, we shared news of the closure of the H&S Bakery Outlet in Fells Point, the story behind a new “coffeecade,” and a round-up of three new exhibitions at the Baltimore Museum of Art.
Monday Morning Headlines: Two dead after domestic disturbance in Baltimore County; Miracle on 34th Street lights up Hampden; Medical care for abandoned cats; and more.
Two dead after domestic disturbance leads to Baltimore County officers firing weapons in Parkville – CBS Baltimore/WJZ Miracle on 34th Street lights up Hampden – WMAR-TV North Baltimore man’s car stolen twice despite security measures – FOX Baltimore/WBFF First year of mobile sports betting in Maryland generates revenue and concerns – The Sun Baltimore City…
Looking for a cozy post-Thanksgiving read? Here are our editor’s picks.
Now that busy Thanksgiving plans have settled, it’s time to relax with some cozy, uplifting, and humorous stories. Here are our editor’s picks.