Baltimore is bringing serious energy this weekend. Caribbean Carnival takes over Druid Hill Park, Crab Fest heats things up at the Museum of Industry, and the Orioles host the Royals at Camden Yards. Whether you’re looking for free family fun, live music, or a night out, here’s your complete guide to things to do in Baltimore this weekend, July 10–12, 2026.

🎉 Baltimore Washington One Carnival & Caribbean Festival

Date: Friday, July 10 (J’ouvert) – Sunday, July 12, 2026
Location: Druid Hill Park, 900 Druid Park Lake Dr
What to Expect: The region’s biggest celebration of Caribbean culture returns for a full weekend at Druid Hill Park. Friday’s Runaway J’ouvert kicks things off from 3–10 p.m., followed by the full carnival Saturday (noon–10 p.m.) and Sunday (9 a.m.–10 p.m.) with colorful masquerade bands, live soca and calypso music, stilt walkers, and authentic Caribbean food and drink vendors. Family-friendly all weekend.
Admission: Free Saturday–Sunday; J’ouvert Friday is ticketed
More Info: Baltimore Washington One Carnival

🦀 Crab Fest 2026

Date: Saturday, July 11, 5:30–9:30 p.m.
Location: Baltimore Museum of Industry
What to Expect: Hosted by Baltimore Magazine, this food festival brings together more than 20 local vendors serving crab-topped tacos, pretzels, fries, and more, plus alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Admission: $23.18–$55.20; free for kids

⚾ Orioles vs. Royals

Date: Sunday, July 12, 1:35 p.m.
Location: Oriole Park at Camden Yards
What to Expect: Catch the O’s take on the Kansas City Royals in a Sunday afternoon matchup at Camden Yards — a classic way to close out the weekend.

🎭 Rapid Lemon Productions: "Variations" 10-Minute Play Festival

Date: Saturday, July 11, 8 p.m. | Sunday, July 12, 2 p.m.
Location: Strand Theater, 5426 Harford Rd
What to Expect: Now in its 22nd year, this local favorite showcases 12 short plays from Baltimore writers exploring the audience-selected theme "Silence!" Stick around after the show — the audience votes on next year’s theme.
Admission: $10–$25

🍩 Vegan Donut Pop-Up in Federal Hill

Date: Saturday, July 11, 12–4 p.m.
Location: 1049 S. Charles St
What to Expect: The Baltimore-born, now NYC-viral vegan donut spot returns to its Charm City roots with flavors like lemon-blueberry pound cake, jalapeño peach cake, strawberry Champagne, crème brûlée, and brown butter chocolate chip.
Admission: À la carte pricing; pre-orders encouraged (347-463-9628), walk-ins welcome

🥂 Day Party at Hooper House (Old Goucher)

Date: Saturday, July 11, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Location: 100 E. 23rd St
What to Expect: Mama Koko’s and the upstairs AYE Gallery team up for a Saturday day party with seasonal St. Germain cocktails from bar director Jake Eyer, DJ Styles Bond on the decks, and local vendors selling scratch-made goods.
Admission: Free

🎶 Chiffon Live at Current Space Garden Bar

Date: Friday, July 10, 6 p.m.
Location: 421 Tyson St
What to Expect: Experimental pop trio Chiffon plays a long-awaited hometown show at Current Space’s outdoor Garden Bar, with bassist Will Rockwell Ryerson also performing a solo electro-pop set and DJ Kotic Couture rounding out the bill.
Admission: $14–$17

🕺 90s & 2000s Throwback Party at Baltimore Peninsula

Date: Sunday, July 12, 7 p.m.
Location: 321 E. Cromwell St, Baltimore Peninsula
What to Expect: Innrchld hosts a throwback dance party spinning hits from the 80s, 90s, and 2000s at the waterfront.

🎪 Family Fun: Disney Songs on Stage at Cockpit in Court

Date: Friday, July 10, 7 p.m. | Saturday–Sunday, July 11–12, 1 p.m.
Location: Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre, CCBC
What to Expect: A musical production featuring favorite Disney songs from films like Frozen and Encanto — a great pick for a family outing this weekend.

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