Join the party and support the mission to inspire, empower, and engage. Dress to impress and celebrate with exciting science demonstrations, live music, food and drink! Mingle and explore the museum’s three levels of hands-on interactive exhibits. Solstice is for ages 21+ only. Funds raised through Solstice support free admission for all Maryland school children and their teachers who visit as part of a field trip during the upcoming school year. Solstice also funds our outreach programs—Traveling Science Program, Ready Set Go Science, and Family Science and Family Engineering Nights.

The Walters Art Museum will be hosting a special Juneteenth performance, celebrating Afro House music. Scott Patterson of Afro House’s Astronaut Symphony has curated a immersive performance that explores human connection to planet, solar system, and beyond.

Celebrate the Summer Solstice with a late-night art party at the BMA. Explore the the current, special exhibitions while dancing to the sounds of Afro-house, Latin, ambient, and Afrobeats, and enjoying themed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.

Unlock the art of electroforming and create a stunning, nature-inspired piece of jewelry! In this 2-day workshop designed for ages 14+, you will learn the complete process of transforming botanicals and florals into a lasting piece of wearable art through electroforming—a type of metalworking that uses an electric charge. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned maker, this workshop is perfect for anyone eager to explore this intriguing art form.

Let’s celebrate love, joy, and being your true self at Pride & Joy – a day where every family shines! On June 1, Port Discovery invites you to a fun-filled day packed with creativity, connection, and community. enjoy hands-on activities, performances, and plenty of playful surprises, in a space where all are welcome. Let’s kick off June with pride, laughter, and love!

Port Discovery’s Sensory Friendly Mornings provide Museum access to families who would benefit from a sensory friendly experience and quieter setting at Port Discovery two hours before opening to the general public. Designed to provide an opportunity to enjoy the Port Discovery experience in a sensory modified setting there will be limited admission and sound and lighting adjustments. Sensory Friendly Mornings will include open-play opportunities throughout the Museum. No proof of qualification will be required.

Come play and learn while exploring Port Discovery’s three floors of open play areas including The SkyClimber, The Port, Tiny’s Diner, Wonders of Water, and more! Plus, stop by some educational drop-in activities created by Port Discovery’s Education Specialists.

Port Discovery Children’s Museum aims to be an accessible, inclusive environment for children and adults to thrive through playful learning experiences. Our Access & Inclusion Afternoons provide a modified environment for play and learning for children, their caregivers, and families.

This program is intended for the general public serving children and families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, sensory processing disorders, and/or families who would benefit from a quieter sensory friendly environment at the museum.

What are the most important elements an actor needs to be aware of to prepare for an audition and to be cast in a particular role? Join well-known Baltimore Director, Steve Goldklang for this FREE 2-hour workshop that invites actors to put a new spin on their approach to preparing for auditions. Registration is required to attend.

Join us for our annual community skate event at Jake's Skate Park in Rash Field Park! This free event is a chance for kids 12 and under to learn to skate in a fun, supportive environment. Local pro skater Joey Jett of Bmore Create, along with shredders from the Skatepark of Baltimore and Shape Skate Foundation, will be assisting young skaters to get on board.

Max's Taphouse presents the 4th Annual Hops 4 Health, a one-of-a-kind fundraising event to benefit the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Metropolitan Baltimore. Hops for Health will feature exclusive specialty beers from partnering local breweries. All funds raised will go towards NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore's free mental health programs. Don’t miss out on The Big Wheel Race, where local breweries will compete for a dedicated tap line at Max's for a year. There will also be a 50/50, silent auction and other prizes to contribute towards Max’s fundraising goal. Grab your friends and a drink to support a good cause.

Join Visit Baltimore for a series of community events during the CIAA Tournament in Baltimore bringing together fans and community members to learn more about topics like physical and mental health, technology, and finance.

Join Visit Baltimore for a series of community events during the CIAA Tournament in Baltimore bringing together fans and community members to learn more about topics like physical and mental health, technology, and finance.

Join Visit Baltimore for a series of community events during the CIAA Tournament in Baltimore bringing together fans and community members to learn more about topics like physical and mental health, technology, and finance.

Join Visit Baltimore for a series of community events during the CIAA Tournament in Baltimore bringing together fans and community members to learn more about topics like physical and mental health, technology, and finance.

Did you  know that abolitionist Frederick Douglass chose Valentine Day’s as the day to celebrate his birthday, as his birthdate was unknown to him as an enslaved person? Celebrate the strength of Black love with storytellers of  The Short Kuts Show, tracing its roots through the hardships of slavery, segregation, and systemic racism. This show highlights how love—whether from a partner, family, or community—has been a source of resilience, strength, and healing, playing a crucial role in overcoming trauma and oppression.