Calendar of Events - Family Friendly Events

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Sarah's Family Friendly Event Picks

March

28

Maryland Day Festival. You know we are delightfully unhinged about our state. Come celebrate the place we call home at Maryland Day, where local artists, musicians, comedians, gamers and even stylish pups collide for one wildly Maryland experience. Wander into Ren Square, the immersive renaissance village with costumes, vendors and TONS OF FOOD! $20 General Admission; FREE for kids under 12. 11AM-5PM. Power Plant Live!, 34 Market Pl., Baltimore. https://www.marylanddayfestival.com/

Kerplunk! Free Family Art Drop-In. This class is great for younger kids and families! Come join in the Creativity Center to create art projects based on current exhibitions and fun crafts! FREE. 12PM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/kerplunk-free-family-art-drop-in-2/2026-03-28/

Indian Classical Dance - Bharatnatyam. Come learn foundational moves and explore the art form of Bharatnatyam with Johns Hopkins University’s competitive Indian Classical Dance team, JHU Shakti! Bharatnatyam is one of the oldest dance forms in India and the root of Indian dance. Bharatanatyam weaves emotions, “Bhava”, with complex footwork, “Nritta”, to depict our cultural stories through dance, “Natya.” The form has a rich tradition of narrative elements that are intertwined in different aspects of our performances. Abhinaya is the art of expression in Bharatanatyam. It involves facial expressions, eye movements, and body language to portray the emotions and narrative of a dance piece. Through abhinaya, dancers bring characters and their stories to life, evoking a range of emotions in the audience. All experience levels welcome; for adults and children age 7+. $25 per session; $20 Members. 1:30PM-2:30PM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/indian-classical-dance-bharatnatyam-with-jhu-shakti-2026/2026-03-28/

April

3-4

Breakfast with Bunny. Join the Zoo for a fun-filled breakfast on the Mansion House Porch! Guests can get their picture taken with the Easter Bunny, enjoy an animal ambassador encounter, and get creative with spring-themed crafts. Raffle tickets will also be available for a chance to win a Mary Sue Easter Basket! After breakfast, visit the Zoo and enjoy admission to Bunny BonanZOO. Discount available for Zoo members. $56 adults; $46 children; FREE children under 2 (ticket still required). 8:30AM-10AM Friday or Saturday. The Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl., Baltimore. https://www.marylandzoo.org/event_series/easter-breakfast/breakfast-with-bunny/

3-5

BunnyBonanZOO. It’s one of the most egg-citing events of the year, join the Zoo this Easter weekend for Bunny BonanZOO! This annual family tradition features games, activities, crafts, live entertainment, and non-stop egg hunts! It’s a fun (and wild) way to celebrate the spring season. FREE with zoo admission. 10AM-4PM Friday through Sunday. The Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl., Baltimore. https://www.marylandzoo.org/special_events/bunny-bonanzoo/

Pizza Party with Bunny. Hop into spring with an egg-citing dining experience at the Zoo! This festive afternoon will be filled with delicious food and springtime fun inside the historic Mansion House porch. Gather with family and friends for a pizza party featuring a tasty menu, including Bunny’s favorite—carrot cake! While you dine, enjoy lively music, get creative with spring-themed crafts, and meet some amazing animal ambassadors. Plus, don’t forget to snap a photo with the Easter Bunny! After the party, explore the Zoo and continue the celebration at Bunny BonanZOO!, included with your Pizza Party ticket. Discount available for zoo members. $56 adult; $46 child; FREE children under 2 (tickets still require required). 11:30AM-1PM. The Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl., Baltimore. https://www.marylandzoo.org/event_series/easter-lunch/pizza-party-with-bunny/

Shake Out Your Sillies. Shake out your sillies with song, nursery rhymes, puppet shows, instruments, and, of course, a dance party! Each class begins with a breathing exercise before transitioning into music and movement activities. Taught by Eliza Adams, a Maryland preschool teacher and musician, this class is designed for children 5 and under. Caretakers are welcome to join or watch! $26; $21 Members; $5 each additional sibling. 11AM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/shake-out-your-sillies/2026-04-04/

Kerplunk! Free Family Art Drop-In. This class is great for younger kids and families! Come join in the Creativity Center to create art projects based on current exhibitions and fun crafts! FREE. 12PM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/kerplunk-free-family-art-drop-in-2/2026-04-04/

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150th Birthday Celebration. Celebrate the Zoo’s 150th birthday, a wild day filled with family fun! The first 150 guests will receive a cupcake. Guests who share a birthday with the Zoo will also receive free admission plus a commemorative birthday button. FREE with zoo admission. 10AM-4PM. The Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl., Baltimore. https://www.marylandzoo.org/event_series/150th-birthday/celebration/

11-12

Disney's Encanto in Concert. Watch the full movie on screen as the BSO performs the score to the recipient of the Academy Award ®, BAFTA ®, Golden Globe ® and Producers Guild of America Award for Best Animated Feature. Ticket prices vary.7:30PM Saturday; 3PM Sunday. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St., Baltimore. https://my.bsomusic.org/overview/19736

Annual Kite Festival in Bel Air. Kite flying for kids of all ages along with great music and food for the whole family. Volunteers will be on hand to help kite flying novices. Free kites while supplies last. Rain Date: April 12. FREE. 10AM-4PM. Rockfield Park Ball Fields, 501 E Churchville Rd., Bel Air. https://www.facebook.com/events/2689178018147588

Shake Out Your Sillies. Shake out your sillies with song, nursery rhymes, puppet shows, instruments, and, of course, a dance party! Each class begins with a breathing exercise before transitioning into music and movement activities. Taught by Eliza Adams, a Maryland preschool teacher and musician, this class is designed for children 5 and under. Caretakers are welcome to join or watch! $26; $21 Members; $5 each additional sibling. 11AM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/shake-out-your-sillies/2026-04-11/

Kerplunk! Free Family Art Drop-In. This class is great for younger kids and families! Come join in the Creativity Center to create art projects based on current exhibitions and fun crafts! FREE. 12PM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/kerplunk-free-family-art-drop-in-2/2026-04-11/

Baltimore Kite Fest. Join Friends of Patterson Park and Creative Alliance for the annual Baltimore Kite Fest near the Patterson Park Observatory to make your own friendly flyer, listen to breezy music, watch kite demonstrations, and enjoy a day outside in our beautiful park! There will be a Friendly Flyer workshop (free), kites for sale, food vendors, pop-up performances throughout the park, a professional fly zone, community resources, movement activities, and more! Bring a picnic blanket, bring a kite, bring your friends! Leave the screens behind and enjoy a breezy day outside in our favorite park! Rain date is Sunday April 12. FREE. 12PM-4PM. Patterson Park Observatory, E Lombard St., Baltimore. https://tockify.com/pattersonpark/detail/500/1775923200000

Glass Art: Resin. Unleash your creativity and dive into the world of resin art in this 2.5-hour workshop designed for ages 8+. Instructors from MK Glass Designs will guide you through the process of working with and curing resin to create a captivating wave or crab—you choose. This workshop is perfect for ocean lovers, crafters, and the generally curious alike! Participants will complete a cured resin crab or wave to take home with them. Please arrive on time so that you don't miss any important instruction. All materials included. Registration required. Tickets do not include admission to the science center. $70. 1PM-3:30PM. The Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St., Baltimore. https://www.mdsci.org/events/resin/

17-18

Baltimore Old Time Music Festival. Whether you're an Old-Time music veteran, a casual fan or wondering "what is Old-Time music?", the Baltimore Old Time Music Festival is a joyous, interactive and inspiring celebration of where this wonderful style of music exists today. Join your festival hosts and beloved local Roots musicians Ken & Brad Kolodner as they welcome you for music celebration fun for all ages! Concerts, workshops, square dancing, jamming, food/drink vendors, kids programming and more on the gorgeous waterfront campus of the Baltimore Museum of Industry with stunning views of the Baltimore skyline. Friday passes are sold out. See link for event schedule. $70 Saturday Full Day Pass; $30 Saturday Night Pass; $35 Youth Saturday Pass; FREE for kids 12 and under. 5PM-10:30PM Friday; 10AM-11PM Saturday. The Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy., Baltimore. https://app.tickethive.com/e/7th-baltimore-old-time-music-festival

17-19

Earth Day at the Zoo. Celebrate Earth Day and spring into action to protect wildlife and wild places. Join throughout the Zoo for keeper chats, educational activities, and more! Along the way, engage with community partners and learn about amazing Baltimore-based organizations. FREE with zoo admission. 10AM-2PM each day. The Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl., Baltimore. https://www.marylandzoo.org/event_series/earth-day/party-for-the-planet/

18-19

Shen Yun. SHEN YUN’S unique artistic vision expands theatrical experience into a multi-dimensional, inspiring journey through one of humanity’s greatest treasures—the ﬁve millennia of traditional Chinese culture. This epic production immerses you in stories reaching back to the most distant past. You’ll explore realms even beyond our visible world. Featuring one of the world’s oldest art forms— classical Chinese dance—along with patented scenographic effects and all-original orchestral works, Shen Yun opens a portal to a civilization of enchanting beauty and enlightening wisdom. Traditional Chinese culture—with its profoundly optimistic worldview and deep spiritual roots— was displaced by communism in China. Today, only the New York–based Shen Yun is keeping this precious heritage alive on stage. And it’s an experience that will take your breath away. Ticket prices vary. 2PM or 7:30PM Saturday; 2PM Sunday. The Hippodrome Theatre, 12 N Eutaw St., Baltimore. https://baltimore.broadway.com/shows/shen-yun-2/

18

Earth Day 5K. Join Friends of Patterson Park for the first annual Earth Day 5K, 1-Mile Fun Run and Kids' Dash! Head to beautiful Patterson Park for a feel-good, do-good morning. Whether you’re racing for a PR, jogging in costume as your favorite park animal or participating virtually, this event is about celebrating and caring for this amazing city park that brings so much joy to the community, Baltimore and countless visitors. The timed 5K kicks off at 8:30 AM, followed by our family-friendly 1-mile fun run and a special Kids’ Dash for kids under 5. Stick around after the finish line for breakfast, music - and, if you’re feeling like making even more of a difference - hands-on volunteer activities! Mulching, tree planting, gardening and Observatory and park trash cleanup are on tap from 10 AM-12 PM (schedule and map to be released closer to event). All race participants must register. $35 5K; $30 1-Mile; $15 Kids' Dash; $$30 Virtual. 8AM-12PM. Patterson Park Observatory, E Lombard St., Baltimore. https://runsignup.com/Race/MD/Baltimore/EarthDay5KMileFunRun

Breakfast with the Rhinos. Rise and shine as this VIP experience takes you BEHIND the scenes of our Rhino exhibit before the Zoo opens. Enjoy a delightful al fresco breakfast alongside these gentle giants. A full menu will be available as a freshly prepared buffet style meal. The adventure doesn’t end there! Guests will be treated to a one-of-a-kind Rhino Keeper Chat, offering rare insights into the lives and conservation of these majestic creatures. Tickets include same day admission to the zoo. $70 members; $75 non-members; FREE children under 2 (tickets still require required). 9AM-10:30AM. The Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl., Baltimore. https://www.marylandzoo.org/event_series/breakfast-with-the-animals/breakfast-with-the-rhinos/

Dino Day. The dinosaurs are taking over the Maryland Science Center! Uncover fossils and learn about the creatures who roamed the Earth millions of years ago. Find out what tools and techniques scientists use to unravel the mysteries of our prehistoric planet through hands-on activity stations. Watch out—there may even be a volcanic eruption! FREE with admission. 12PM-4PM. The Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St., Baltimore. https://www.mdsci.org/events/dino-day/

Urban Astronomy. City lights might make stargazing seem impossible, but with the right tools and expert guidance, you may be surprised to find out what is visible in the nighttime sky above our urban center. Using the Maryland Science Center’s rooftop observatory and a few smaller telescopes, you will have the chance to view planets, bright stars, and other celestial highlights that shine through urban light pollution. This is a facilitated experience intended for adults and children ages 8+. Expert guides will point out visible constellations, share tips for stargazing in the city, and explain what makes this season's sky unique. Tickets do not include admission to other exhibits within the Maryland Science Center. Rain date: Saturday, April 25. Doors open at 8:15PM. $25. 8:30PM-9:30PM. The Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St., Baltimore. https://www.mdsci.org/events/urban-astronomy/

Breakfast with the Penguins. Rise and shine with the Zoo’s 90+ African penguins at the Penguin Coast exhibit. This exclusive VIP breakfast experience lets you explore penguin life in a private event before the Zoo opens. Enjoy dining al fresco beside our penguin exhibit! A full menu will be available as a freshly prepared buffet style meal. During breakfast, guests are treated to a special penguin keeper chat. Plus, they will help feed the penguins their first meal of the day! Don’t forget to bring your camera for this one-of-a-kind event. Ticket includes same-day zoo admission. $70 members; $75 non-members; FREE children under 2 (tickets still required). 9AM-10:30AM. The Maryland zoo, 1 Safari Pl., Baltimore. https://www.marylandzoo.org/event_series/breakfast-with-the-animals/breakfast-with-the-penguins/

Día del Niño (Kids' Day). Día del Niño (Kids' Day) returns to Patterson Park for its 16th year! This FREE day of fun will feature piñatas, arts, crafts, folkloric dance, games, music, and much more! The event is FREE and for everyone! Most activities are geared towards children ages 0 - 12yrs old. FREE. 11AM-2PM. Patterson Park, Eastern Ave. at S Patterson Park Ave., Baltimore. https://pattersonpark.com/ddn

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