It’s Preakness Season in Baltimore! The absence of Maximum Security and Country House – the disqualified and official winners of the Kentucky Derby – means there’s no chance for a Triple Crown winner (official or otherwise) after this year’s race. But Saturday, May 18 is sure to still be an exciting day in Baltimore. The 144th Preakness Stakes will be run at 6:48 p.m. at Pimlico Race Course. There will be races all day long, plus tons of color commentary on TV. Plan ahead to make sure you’ve got a great spot to watch the
Warm weather in Baltimore means music festival season is upon us – and the fun kicks off on Saturday, April 13, when Rally in the Alley XVII takes over Power Plant Live! The outdoor music festival – now returning for the 17th time! – features multiple stages and tons of fun activities all afternoon long. Tickets are available now, so grab them while you can. It’s a party you won’t want to miss. https://www.powerplantlive.com/entertainment/event/6355 The Music The festival features music from multiple DJs presiding over several stages. The music mix will include top 40
Spring is in the air and in downtown Baltimore, that means there are plenty of fun activities to help you make the most of Charm City. Whether you’re looking for a fun foodie event, something to please the whole family, or a cultural experience, there’s something happening for you downtown this spring. Here’s a look at what’s coming up: Fun with Food It’s always a good time to dine downtown! This spring, downtown will taste especially great during fun food-oriented festivals and events, including an ode to wings and a celebration of all things
DATE AND TIME: Thursday, October 19, 2017 @ 8 pm START LINE: Power Plant Live COST: $15- to benefit One Love Foundation The Baltimore Running Festival has long prided itself in having a race for everyone. For years we have had races for young and old and distances for walkers to elite athletes. Once again this year we will include the .o5k as part of the Race Week festivities, in partnership with 98Rock and Power Plant Live This 98Rock sponsored event will kick of the weekend celebration and add a race distance that truly everyone
The news cycle has been wild lately. We’ve felt fear, then relief, following the story of the kidnapping (and rescue) of Tennessee girl Carlie Trent. We’ve laughed and rolled our eyes at the announcement that Rob Gronkowski will be on the cover of Madden NFL 17. We’ve devoured every story about Paul Ryan’s meeting with Donald Trump. And we’ve cared way more than we probably should about what’s happening with the cast of Empire. Add all of that to weeks of rain, with only scant glimpses of the sun, and Baltimore is more than a
Whether you’re #NeverTrump or #DropOutHillary, or you’re Feelin’ the Bern, you’ve got to admit, this election season, Baltimoreans need opportunities to escape from the news cycle like never before. Even watching the Orioles beat the Yankees isn’t quite enough, on its own, to cleanse our minds. Fortunately, downtown Baltimore offers plenty of ways to escape – even if only for an afternoon. Head to the National Aquarium in Baltimore to experience life under the sea – a location so remote, even the most tenacious political characters won’t be able to find you. The National Aquarium’s
