Editor’s note: Be mindful of the ongoing heat wave and plan accordingly to ensure the health and safety of you and your loved ones. Check with event organizers before heading out to make sure your event has not been cancelled or altered.
Celebrate Fourth of July with events across the city, plus enjoy some fun by the campfire, a seafood and bluegrass festival, and more.
Check it all out in our weekend events roundup:
Carín León, Thursday, July 2, doors open at 7 p.m., event begins at 8 p.m., CFG Bank Arena. Grammy and Latin Grammy award-winning singer Carín León is coming to Baltimore as part of his tour called “De Sonora Para El Mundo,” or “From Sonora to the World,” which is a tribute to his hometown of Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico.
250th Anniversary Celebration, Friday, July 3, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., The Fire Museum of Maryland. Raise the flag, meet Ben Franklin, enjoy local food trucks, paint a patriotic fire hydrant, and take a ride on a horse-drawn fire hose wagon at this free, family-friendly event.
Nature by the Fire, Friday, July 3, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Irvine Nature Center. Warm up by the campfire, roast some marshmallows, and join Naturalist, Ash, for nature themed fun, including a visit from one of Irvine’s animal ambassadors.
Maryland Opera – First Fridays at Boordy Vineyards, Friday, July 3, 7 p.m., Boordy Vineyards. Enjoy a glass of wine and a meal from a local food truck as you experience opera in the great outdoors.
Star Spangled 250, Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4, 8 p.m., Oregon Ridge. Pack a picnic, gather friends and family, and enjoy fireworks as the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra celebrate America’s 250th birthday.
Red, White & Zoo, Saturday, July 4, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Maryland Zoo. Celebrate Independence Day at the Zoo with a day full of animal encounters, themed enrichment activities, and special anniversary surprises.
250th All-American Bash, Saturday, July 4, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., B&O Railroad Museum. Enjoy live music, lawn games, kids’ activities, free two-stepping lessons, and a rare chance to see the B&O Railroad Museum’s American Freedom Train No. 1 Engine. Train rides include free ice cream, and craft beers and BBQ will be available for purchase.
Summer Seafood & Bluegrass Festival, Saturday, July 4, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., Guinness Open Gate Brewery & Barrel House. This summer celebration will feature a two-hour all-you-care-to-eat seafood feast, live bluegrass music, and a select discounted menu of Guinness brews.
The Cherry Hill Arts & Music Waterfront Festival, Saturday, July 4, 1 p.m. to 10 p.m., Middle Branch Park. Celebrating 10 years, this free, family-friendly festival will feature children’s activities, art making, and a lineup of local, regional, national, and international music acts.
Fourth of July: Park & Relax at the BMI, Saturday, July 4, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Baltimore Museum of Industry. The BMI will open their waterfront lot for ticket holders to enjoy live music by John Lamkin Favorites Jazz Quintet, outdoor games and activities, and spectacular views of the city’s fireworks display.
