Courthouse Market provides Downtown Baltimore residents, employees, and visitors access to prepared lunch options from local food vendors on a weekly basis. The market will be located on the corner of Lexington & St. Paul Streets, and will occur on Tuesdays from 11 am – 2 pm, running May – October, beginning May 12, 2026. […]
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 […]
The beloved Charles Street Promenade returns on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., — transforming one of Baltimore’s and the nation’s most iconic corridors into an expansive day-long pedestrian festival celebrating the businesses, restaurants, culture, and neighborhoods. Stretching 18 blocks, this free community event will close Charles Street to vehicular traffic from […]
“Transcendent, paradoxical & joyous! (pray) is an exploration of how faith intersects with Black womanhood through a mix of music, movement, ritual & poetry. Let’s call this a house of song & praise — yahleloo!” Maya Phillips, The New York Times Channeling the energy and vitality of a Sunday Baptist Church service, this kinetic and vibrant choreopoem celebrates […]
Join us for an engaging conversation about Baltimore’s Summer Season and the future of Downtown Join DPOB for our upcoming community meeting as we share updates on the continued progress of Downtown RISE, upcoming summer festivals and activations, and important information regarding Harborplace development and traffic impacts. Hear directly from city agencies and community partners […]
Sail250® Maryland and Airshow Baltimore presented by Northrop Grumman and produced by Living Classrooms is a global gathering of international tall ships, military ships, and aircraft celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States. Maryland and Baltimore are part of a five-city national event which also includes the ports of New Orleans, […]
Take a break from the Sail250 excitement and join us for an afternoon of harbor views, networking, and waterfront vibes. Whether you're exploring the tall ships, attending Sail250 events, or catching the Air Show flyovers, this members reception is the perfect place to relax, reconnect, and enjoy Baltimore's biggest waterfront celebration. 📅 Friday, June 26, […]
STEM education helps students build the curiosity, confidence, and problem‑solving skills they need to thrive in a changing world and is an integral part of the event. The STEM Zone features interactive learning and living history programming, designed to inspire young minds to explore technology and maritime careers. (Pratt Street Pavilion)
This ceremony serves as the official public welcome of U.S. and International Navies and tall ships arriving in Maryland and Baltimore. Governor Moore, Mayor Scott and other distinguished leaders will greet the ships’ captains, marking the start of the week’s celebrations. The program will feature performances by U.S. Navy bands along with a color guard […]
Merritt Clubs is partnering with the Downtown Partnership of Baltimore to bring you energizing outdoor workouts every Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at Hopkins Plaza, running from May 9 through June 27. To reserve your spot, please complete the registration form here—each session requires its own individual registration. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes before […]
Join Baltimore City Recreation & Parks’s Outdoor Recreation staff for a 3-hour kayak tour of the Inner Harbor! Get a different perspective of downtown Baltimore with some historical and biological insights as we kayak the beautiful Inner Harbor. Departing from the promenade behind the Maryland Science Center, schedule your tour now for Sunday's at 9am-12pm […]
The category is: color. Sip & Shoot is a guided community photo walk designed for photographers, creators, and curious observers of all skill levels. We'll meet at Tribe Social Café with coffee and conversation before heading out together to create, connect, and share perspectives through photography.
Featuring three floors of interactive exhibits, hands-on experiences, and entertaining programs – Port Discovery Children’s Museum is a space for adults and kids to collaborate, be brave, grow creativity, and so much more. Special moments at the museum turn into lasting memories, and it starts with your visit. The first Friday of the month June […]
Join us for a food and fireworks at Pratt Street Market Night on Saturday, July 4, from 7 - 11 PM! Grab your friends and family and come out for a great lineup of local food vendors, good vibes, and a perfect spot to catch the fireworks! Whether you’re craving something savory or a sweet treat, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
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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Annual Meeting
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.