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Leisure

Leisure is the section where we highlight the intriguing, exciting and all-around fun events and activities happening in Baltimore over the weekend.

SYDNOR DUFFY / DESIGN & LAYOUT EDITOR This weekend offers a mix of creative and community events across Baltimore.

Events this weekend (Sept. 26–27)

By EESHA BELLAD | 2 days ago

From comic books and outdoor movies to handmade crafts, astrology and neighborhood celebrations, this weekend offers a mix of creative and community events across Baltimore. 

COURTESY OF KATE SHAO Seeing squirrels on campus bring joy to my walks between classes!

Stay motivated and healthy this school year

By KATE SHAO | 2 days ago

With courseload ramping up, academic and personal stress has settled into most people’s lives. Here are my best tips for staying disciplined, motivated, organized and, most importantly, happy and healthy this fall.

COURTESY OF CLAIRE KIM

Five little things making me happy this September

By CLAIRE KIM | September 18, 2026

I’m still familiarizing myself with the new country, getting to know more people and adjusting to the academic environment at Hopkins. But with these five little things, Baltimore is feeling a little more like home.

Events this weekend (Sept. 18–20)

By EESHA BELLAD | September 17, 2026

From live music and comedy to outdoor yoga and literary celebrations, this weekend offers a mix of entertainment and community events across Baltimore. Friday brings music and stand-up, while Saturday and Sunday feature books, wellness and a unique yoga experience at the National Aquarium.

SYDNOR DUFFY / DESIGN & LAYOUT EDITOR Seifert shares her soundtrack to the start of the semester.

Soundtrack to a new semester

By ELIZA SEIFERT | September 17, 2026

Sometimes it’s hard to match the vibe when your Google Calendar is already an overlapped rainbow, you’re trying to balance your parents’ periodic calls every other half hour and you’re still waiting for your night to supposedly be a movie. So here is a queue of songs to perfectly complement whatever unpredictable rollercoaster today might be.

COURTESY OF KATE SHAO Shao shares her back-to-school playlist to commemorate the new school year.

Blue Jay bops— a back to school playlist

By KATE SHAO | September 16, 2026

With fall turning the corner, students are starting to settle into their classes and daily routines. Here’s my back-to-school playlist to commemorate the new school year (#GoHop!).

SYDNOR DUFFY / DESIGN & LAYOUT EDITOR

Events this weekend (Sept. 11–13)

By EESHA BELLAD | September 10, 2026

Baltimore’s weekend lineup brings together waterfront festivals, outdoor entertainment, community volunteering and football. From oysters and an outdoor movie on Friday to a vegan block party on Saturday and Ravens football on Sunday, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the last stretch of summer.

RUI DO ROSARIO / DESIGN & LAYOUT EDITOR This weekend features spring-themed concerts and cultural art events.

Events this weekend (April 17–19)

By ADWITA SINHA | April 17, 2026

With warmer temperatures settling in, this weekend moves outdoors with concerts, markets and community gatherings across Baltimore. From Friday night music to Saturday’s spring market and Sunday’s Rise Bmore performance, the lineup reflects the start of the season.

COURTESY OF ADWITA SINHA Cherry blossoms in D.C., just a MARC ride away.

Bagels, blossoms and TransLoc: a 24-hour Baltimore plan

By ADWITA SINHA | April 16, 2026

If you only have 24 hours in Baltimore, the secret is not trying to do everything. Pick a few good meals. Walk as much as possible. Leave room for crowded trains and missed buses. Those small inconveniences often become the moments you laugh about later.

COURTESY OF DHARANI MOORTHY The warm elotes dip was creamy, savory and ideal for sharing.

Fairy lights and flavorful bites at Barcocina

By DHARANI MOORTHY | April 14, 2026

Barcocina delivers a lively dining experience supported by visually striking dishes and bold flavors. For those looking for a vibrant night out in Fells Point, especially during Restaurant Week, Barcocina offers plenty to enjoy.

RUI DO ROSARIO / DESIGN & LAYOUT EDITOR This weekend focuses on art, literature and film across Baltimore. 

Events this weekend (April 10–12)

By ADWITA SINHA | April 10, 2026

This weekend leans into Baltimore’s arts scene with theater, gallery openings and literary events across the city. Start Friday with experimental puppet theater or a new exhibition opening, then spend Saturday at the CityLit Festival or explore sculptural works at Creative Alliance. Film screenings at the Maryland Film Festival round out the weekend with stories on screen.

COURTESY OF DHARANI MOORTHY Bright colored powders fill the air during Holi celebrations, marking the arrival of spring.

Bite after bite: a Holi survival story

By DHARANI MOORTHY | April 2, 2026

Sometimes it is about where you are sitting, who is around you and the noise filling the room while you eat. Even the meals you once disliked have a way of staying with you. And every time Holi comes around, the colors feel alive again.

SYDNOR DUFFY / DESIGN & LAYOUT EDITOR Art exhibitions, food tours and Easter brunch shape this weekend’s lineup!

Events this weekend (April 3–5)

By ADWITA SINHA | March 31, 2026

Art exhibitions, immersive history and neighborhood food tours shape this weekend’s lineup. Visit galleries in Towson and Baltimore, explore a Titanic-themed installation or join a guided tasting through local neighborhoods. Sunday ends with an Easter brunch and live music.

SYDNOR DUFFY / DESIGN & LAYOUT EDITOR The weekend highlights events that capture the start of spring across Baltimore and beyond!

Events this weekend (March 28–29)

By ADWITA SINHA | March 28, 2026

Spring shows up across this weekend’s lineup with events centered on culture, history and community. Learn about the roots of everyday drinks, explore a new exhibition on the Key Bridge and make Orioles-themed crafts ahead of Opening Day.

SYDNOR DUFFY / DESIGN & LAYOUT EDITOR A weekend lineup of jazz, poetry, opera and hands-on cooking highlights Baltimore’s arts scene.

Events this weekend (March 7–8)

By ADWITA SINHA | March 7, 2026

This weekend highlights Baltimore’s creative scene across music, literature and the performing arts. From jazz sets and poetry readings to student showcases and opera, the lineup moves between intimate performances and larger cultural events throughout the city.

COURTESY OF JULIA VARGAS Pesto mozzarella sourdough from Sidechat Sourdough, a student-run business started through Sidechat.

Hopkins hustles: the rise of Sidechat sourdough

By GRACE OH | March 6, 2026

Julia Vargas is a sophomore majoring in Mathematics from Brooklyn, N.Y. Using the popular student app Sidechat to gauge interest, her sourdough business quickly exploded in popularity and is now taking orders on Instagram: @sidechatsourdough. Some of the options offered include rosemary, jalapeno cheddar and pesto mozzarella.

SYDNOR DUFFY / DESIGN & LAYOUT EDITOR From jazz festivals to candlelit concerts and late night celebrations, Baltimore offers plenty of ways to end February on a high note.

Events this weekend (Feb. 27–Mar. 1)

By ADWITA SINHA | February 25, 2026

The last weekend of February leans heavily into live music across Baltimore, with jazz, experimental performance and candlelit concerts setting the tone. From international festival lineups and genre-bending multimedia shows to local celebrations of craft cocktails and classic ‘90s hits, the weekend moves easily from intimate listening rooms to high-energy nights out.

COURTESY OF BUSE KOLDAS Koldas lists her top three mocktails in Baltimore.

The best mocktails of Baltimore, according to me

By BUSE KOLDAS | February 25, 2026

A lot of people ask me why I waste money on sugary mocktails when the non-alcoholic options such as soft drinks, coffee, and more exist at all restaurants. I believe those people completely miss the best part of mocktails: similar to cocktails, they never get boring. 

COURTESY OF KAYLEE NGUYEN A Valentine’s Day date at the Walters Art Museum turns into an afternoon of art, history and unexpected medieval cats.

Love, art and cats at the Walters Art Museum

By KAYLEE NGUYEN | February 23, 2026

This Valentine’s Day, I got fancy art lessons and a workout for my jaw from all the “wow” faces that I was making. Open Wednesday to Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm with free admission, the museum is the perfect location for a spontaneous date or an afternoon of discovery!

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