We are AFOLs - Adult Fans Of LEGO. We're the kids who - decades later - still play with LEGO. We own LEGO rooms. We own LEGO houses! Much time is spent on LEGO. Like the time it takes to read this paragraph. That's who we are. We keep reading. Because it's LEGO. one of us... one of us... […]
Block Party is a monthly showcase of Baltimore’s Best Black improv. This variety comedy show is the funniest night in town! BYOB! Get ready for a true variety comedy show that is sure to get you laughing, clapping, out of your seat, and possibly on stage yourself! Blue Cavell-Allette, Desi Rawlerson, and Tashika Campbell are […]
Words, Wings & Wine returns to the M&T Bank Exchange on April 10, 2026, featuring internationally recognized spoken word artists Chev and Sol. Chev is a spoken word artist originally from New York City and based in Atlanta, Georgia. A 2024 World Poetry Slam Champion and multi-time Grand Slam Champion, Chev is known for powerful performances centered […]
Originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan, Kevin Brewster is a saxophonist, composer, and educator whose musical journey is deeply rooted in the vibrant traditions of Gospel music. His repertoire is a fusion of contemporary, straight-ahead, gospel, R&B, original compositions that herald a new era/bring a new vision for jazz characterized by authenticity, resilience, and unwavering faith. In 2023, […]
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The 2026 Pratt Street Market, begins Thursday, May 7, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 2 p.m.—and will be located on the north side of Pratt Street between Light and Charles Streets. The Pratt Street Market takes place every Thursday from May through October. Pratt Street Market is again made possible through the generous support of […]
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Kenyatta is a radiant fusion of the many musical voices of the African Diaspora—where jazz, soul, gospel, afrobeat, and beyond meet on one stage. Led by trumpeter and composer Cy, the band draws on his wide-ranging experience in African American musical traditions to create a sound that feels both deeply rooted and boldly forward-looking. Kenyatta has steadily […]
(This event is not an actual Bar Exam) "The Bar Exam," hosted by KEYS Empowers, is an eight-week music development and music therapy program for participants ages 14-25 at the "Dream House" in Northeast Baltimore. The program connects singers, rappers, and other artists with professional musicians and producers who have worked with artists like Lil Wayne […]
Coltrane at 100: The Music of John Coltrane Join us at the Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center for an evening celebrating the music and legacy of John Coltrane. Charles Funn and The Funn Band will perform selections from Coltrane’s groundbreaking catalog, honoring one of the most influential artists in jazz history.One hundred […]
Join us for a night of live rap from Bruiser Wolf (Detroit), Eze Jackson, and Butch Dawson. Doors 7:30, Show 8pm. Tickets and details at lemondo.org. Tickets HERE
Join us for a night of live music from DJ Diaspora, DJ Cheeky Willie, and DJ gum.mp3. Show 10pm. Details at lemondo.org. 18+ Tickets HERE
(Pete Alonso Bobblehead Giveaway) Tickets HERE
Join us for Queer Prom night with DJs Hollywood Glammy and Clarkie, and a pop-up drag show, hosted by Kenny Rooster, with Donna Roll, Hairy Poodini, Max Mayhem, Steala Manz Blue, Toxique Waiste, and Venus Von Squirtz. Party at 8. Details at lemondo.org, Tickets at sickening.events. 18+ $10 Pre-Sale | $15 at the Door Tickets […]
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Join us for a night of live music from Mean Habit, Homewrecker, and others. Doors 7pm, Show 7:30. Tickets and details at lemondo.org. Tickets HERE
Maya Belardo, known as “The Princess of Jazz” in her hometown of Wilmington, DE is passionate about jazz and being a positive example of young womanhood to all princesses. She fell in love with jazz around the age of 12 when she heard a recording of Nat King Cole singing, “Nature Boy.” Maya has sung […]
The 2026 Pratt Street Market, begins Thursday, May 7, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 2 p.m.—and will be located on the north side of Pratt Street between Light and Charles Streets. The Pratt Street Market takes place every Thursday from May through October. Pratt Street Market is again made possible through the generous support of […]
This year’s Janet & Walter Sondheim Art Prize Finalists Exhibition showcases the work of the five finalists—Thea Canlas, Leigh Davis, Brandon Donahue-Shipp, Curran Hatleberg, Danni O’Brien. The prestigious competition awards a $30,000 fellowship to assist in furthering the career of a visual artist or visual artist collaborators living and working in the greater Baltimore region. At this […]
The Naptown Brass Band is a New Orleans style street band that is taking Annapolis, Baltimore and Washington by storm with their infectious energy, improvisational prowess, and engaging stage presence that creates a second line vibe that brings people together in celebration. They blast out high energy grooves for dancing in the street or wherever you […]
Joshua Redman is one of the most acclaimed and charismatic jazz artists to have emerged in the decade of the 1990s. The early influences of John Coltrane, Ornette Coleman, Cannonball Adderley, and his father, Dewey Redman, as well as The Beatles, Aretha Franklin, the Temptations, Earth, Wind and Fire, Prince, The Police, and Led Zeppelin drew […]
Subscape is a FREE, ALL AGES, 3 day, 3 stage, 60+ band celebration of Baltimore’s music scene at local independent venues Le Mondo & Current Space! Named Best Festival by Baltimore Magazine. Details at lemondo.org. Tickets HERE
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Activating Downtown spaces is an important part of the work we do. Events help attract new residents and businesses and create a greater sense of community in Downtown neighborhoods. Learn a little more about the history behind some our most popular events at Downtown Partnership.
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Downtown Partnership celebrates the wins from the year previous with a large-scale networking event, that celebrates Baltimore business, awards Downtown stakeholders, and looks forward to the future.
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Baltimore Restaurant Week is the region’s oldest and largest restaurant week promotion, featuring the best dining establishments in central Maryland. Presented by Downtown Partnership of Baltimore and Visit Baltimore.
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Downtown Partnership's sister organization — The Bromo Arts and Entertainment District — hosts this recurring event to celebrate the creative organizations, galleries, and performance spaces that call the district home.
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Yeah, we are the ones responsible for closing down Charles Street (and we're not sorry about it)! The Charles Street Promenade encourages a full day of pedestrian exploration and neighborhood discovery.
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Some of Baltimore's best attractions open their doors to the public for deeply discounted rates during this winter promotion.
Downtown Discovery Days
These members-only events provide a low-stress environment for casual networking and collaboration. Free drinks and lunch is provided and catered by a rotating selection of our favorite local restaurants.
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Celebrate the holiday season with the annual lighting of the Washington Monument in Mt. Vernon! Enjoy performances from local musicians, food and treats, and spectacular fireworks show.
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This weekday, Summer market offers prepared foods and artisan goods from some of our favorite local vendors. Spend your lunch break with us at the corner of Pratt & Light!
Pratt Street Market
This networking event hosts local developers and property owners to lead a panel on current and future Downtown development projects. Members and non-members are welcome to join.
Real Estate Reception
To mark the release of our annual State of Downtown report, DPOB hosts a large-scale networking breakfast open to members and the public.
State of Downtown Baltimore
Did you know that you can submit community events to our partner organization Visit Baltimore?
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