Even though it’s cold and you might be tempted to stay inside this weekend, there are plenty of cool events happening in Baltimore that you might want to check out. Here are some that could lure you outside.
Either way, make sure to bundle up.
Thursday, Jan. 23
___'s Love Story: A Valentine’s Improv Show
Valentine’s Day is around the corner and the Baltimore Improv Group is calling all singles (and their friends) to help create a live romantic comedy movie. The live show will “give folks a chance to pitch their friends to an audience of singles,” according to the group’s website.
The Baltimore Improv Group puts on shows three times a week. Thursday shows are free.
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Time: 7-8 p.m.
Location: Baltimore Improv Group (1727 N. Charles St.)
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Cost: Free.
Family friendly? It doesn’t say, so let’s keep the kids at home for this one just in case.
Singles Night at Ministry of Brewing
And while we’re on the topic of love — Ministry of Brewing is hosting a singles night this Thursday. Mingle and make connections or enjoy some food while people-watching.
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Ages 25 to 35 encouraged.
Time: 7:30-9 p.m.
Location: Ministry of Brewing (1900 E. Lombard St.)
Cost: Free, except for the pint and food.
Family friendly? No.
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Friday, Jan. 24
Baltimore Restaurant Week
Baltimore Restaurant Week is back this Friday and goes through Feb. 2. Eat at some of the best restaurants in the city for a fraction of the price.
Some of participating eateries include Costiera, Foraged, True Chesapeake, La Calle and Petit Louis Bistro. Find the full lineup here.
Time: Varies.
Location: Varies.
Cost: Varies.
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Family friendly? Yes.
Saturday, Jan. 25
Storytime & Puppet Show with Danny Joe
Baltimore’s own Mister Rogers is hosting a puppet show with music and dance at Port Discovery. Almost 20 years ago, Danny “Danny Joe” LaBrecque started “Danny Joe’s Tree House,” a web series where kids learn how to handle big thoughts, ideas and feelings.
The show at Port Discovery will foster Social Emotional Learning, S.T.E.A.M. Education and Early Media Literacy.
Time: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: Port Discovery Children’s Museum (35 Market Place)
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Cost: Free with museum admission ($24.95)
Family friendly? Yes.
Harbor Point’s Ice Festival
Brace the cold and check out some ice sculptures at this “fun-filled day” by the harbor. There will be live ice-carving demonstrations, food and drinks.
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Harbor Point Central Plaza (1310 Point St.)
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Cost: Admission is free, but expect to pay for food
Family friendly? Yes.
Sunday, Jan. 26
Asia in a Bite: Lunar New Year Special Edition
There’s a lot going on at the Harbor Point Central Plaza. Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore is hosting a two-day event to celebrate the Lunar New Year with food vendors and performances.
Vendors include Ejji Ramen, Koi Tea and Chicken Lab.
Time: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: Harbor Point Central Plaza (1310 Point St.)
Cost: Admission is free, but expect to pay for food.
Family friendly? Yes.
Baltimore Record Bazaar
Peabody Heights Brewery’s Baltimore Record Bazaar is celebrating 10 years. Shop for records while sipping some beers and eating slices from Underground Pizza.
Time: 12-6 p.m.
Location: Peabody Heights brewery (401 E. 30th St.)
Cost: Free admission, but expect to shop.
Family friendly? Yes.
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