Activities for Kids Ages 5–10 in Baltimore — STEM, Sports & Arts
Elementary-age kids are ready for real adventures. Coding workshops, junior ranger programs, theater performances, sports clinics, and science experiments — Baltimore's programming for this age group is deep. Many events now offer drop-off options, giving parents a break while kids build skills and friendships.
Sat, Aug 8· 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Set Sail for School
📍 Port Discovery Children's Museum
A back-to-school nautical-themed event at Port Discovery Children's Museum featuring hands-on learning activities and special admission pricing for Baltimore City families.
Sat, Aug 8· 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Lowe's Build and Grow Kids Workshop
📍 Lowe's Towson
Free building clinic for kids at Lowe's. Kids build a wooden project with guided instructions and get to keep their creation.
Sat, Aug 8· 8:54pm-8:54pm
Havdalah
📍 Beth Am Synagogue
Havdalah ceremony marking the conclusion of Shabbat with blessings over wine, spices, and fire. A brief spiritual transition into the new week.
Sat, Aug 8· 8:45am-9:30am
DIY Torah Study
📍 Beth Am Synagogue
Virtual Torah study session held on Zoom for Beth Am community members. A casual learning opportunity to study Torah texts together.
Sat, Aug 8· 11:00am-1:00pm
Farmhouse Museum Open
📍 Kinder Farm Park
The Kinder Farmhouse Museum opens to the public for visitors to explore historical farm life and artifacts.
Sat, Aug 8· 11:30am
THIS ISLAND EARTH
📍 Charles Theatre
A kitschy 1950s drive-in classic about a mysterious funder of scientific research with advanced technology who draws scientists into an otherworldly adventure.
Sat, Aug 8· 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
NEC Drop-In
📍 Cylburn Arboretum - Nature Education Center
Nature-themed drop-in activities at Cylburn Arboretum's Nature Education Center on Saturday mornings.
Sat, Aug 8· 5:00pm-6:00pm
Food Truck: TBD
📍 Pickett Brewing Company
Food truck vendors serve casual food and beverages at the brewery. Great for families looking for casual dining options.
Sat, Aug 8· 7:00pm onwards
Civilian, Vicious Order, Progenitor, Never Forgive, Never Forget, Racing Green
📍 Ottobar
Point and Laugh Zine presents an all-ages rock concert featuring multiple bands.
Sat, Aug 8
National Bowling Day
📍 AMF Perry Hall Lanes
Celebrate National Bowling Day on August 8th with 20% off lane reservations using code BOWL at AMF Perry Hall Lanes.
Sat, Aug 8· 10:00am-12:00pm
Shabbat Morning Service
📍 Har Sinai-Oheb Shalom
Saturday morning Shabbat service with traditional liturgy and community participation.
Sat, Aug 8· 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Kids & Teens Sewing Class (Ages 7–10 & 11–15) – Saturdays at BSDC
📍 BSDC Latin African & Cultural Dance Institute
A fun sewing class for kids and teens to unleash their creativity and design skills at BSDC.
Sat, Aug 8· 11:00 AM
Picnic in His Presence
📍 Druid Hill Park
Sat, Aug 8· 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Lowe's Build and Grow Kids Workshop
📍 Lowe's Columbia
Free building clinic for kids at Lowe's. Kids build a wooden project with guided instructions and get to keep their creation.
Sat, Aug 8· 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Lowe's Build and Grow Kids Workshop
📍 Lowe's White Marsh
Free building clinic for kids at Lowe's. Kids build a wooden project with guided instructions and get to keep their creation.
Sat, Aug 8· 10:30 AM
Planet Rooted: Rooted Festival 2026
📍 Patterson Park
Sat, Aug 8· 3:00 PM
6th Annual Back to School Bash Community Giveaway | The Empress Team
Sat, Aug 8· 5:00 PM
Summer Colors Day Party, Saturday, Aug 8th.
📍 Baltimore Museum of Industry
Sat, Aug 8· 8:30am-11:00am
Sapwood Saturday Bike Ride
📍 Sapwood Cellars Brewery
A social community bike ride through Howard County with two route options, followed by beers and food from Albura Taqueria at the brewery.
Sat, Aug 8· 3:30pm-4:30pm
Gallery Hours: Share Your Story With Pride Art Exhibit
📍 Anne Arundel County Public Library
A community art exhibit featuring pride-themed artwork open to gallery visitors of all ages to view and celebrate diverse stories.
Sat, Aug 8· 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (check aqua.org)
National Aquarium
📍 National Aquarium
Open this weekend on the Inner Harbor — dolphins, sharks, the rainforest, and the jellyfish gallery. One of Baltimore’s signature family destinations.
Sat, Aug 8· 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Naval Academy Formal Parade
📍 Worden Field, U.S. Naval Academy
The Naval Academy Band leads the Class of 2030 onto historic Worden Field for a Formal Parade.
Sat, Aug 8· Saturday 10am-11am
For ages 9-14 and friends/family: Algae Accessories
📍 BUGSS (Baltimore Underground Science Space)
Join us to create cool, eco-friendly accessories using algae string!
Sat, Aug 8· 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (approx — check ymaryland.org)
YMCA Family Swim
📍 Orokawa Y (Towson)
Family swim time at YMCA of Central Maryland. Open pool time for families with children. Membership or day pass required.
Sat, Aug 8· 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (approx — check ymaryland.org)
YMCA Family Swim
📍 Weinberg Y (Waverly)
Family swim time at YMCA of Central Maryland. Open pool time for families with children. Membership or day pass required.
Sat, Aug 8· 2:00 PM
Be the first to see PAW PATROL: THE DINO MOVIE and Celebrate Their First-Ever Movie Theater Experience
📍 Multiple Locations
Special early access screening of PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie with exclusive giveaways at multiple theater locations.
Sat, Aug 8· 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wild Water Splash Days: Summer Splash Zone
📍 The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
A summer water play event at the Maryland Zoo featuring water slides, splash pads, bounce houses, and animal enrichment activities.
Sat, Aug 8· 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (check marylandzoo.org)
The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
📍 The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
Open this weekend in Druid Hill Park — see the African Journey elephants, the penguin colony, the Maryland Wilderness, and the Children’s Zoo. A full-day family outing.
Sat, Aug 8· 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Journey of Life Presents - Back to School Community Block Party
📍 White Marsh Mall
A free community block party featuring live music, performances, giveaways, and family activities to celebrate the start of the school year.
Sat, Aug 8· 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
BSDC Junior Latin Dancers (Ages 7–15) Salsa, Merengue, Bachata & more!
📍 BSDC Latin African & Cultural Dance Institute
An electrifying showcase of Latin dance performances by junior dancers ages 7-15 featuring salsa, merengue, bachata and more.
Sat, Aug 8· 3:00 PM
Board game night at R House
📍 Commonplace Book Club
Bring your favorite game along for us to play. See you all there!
Sat, Aug 8· 10:00am-1:00pm
Drop-in Art Making: Make Your Mark
📍 The Walters Art Museum
People of all ages can create original artwork inspired by the museum's collection in this casual drop-in session.
Sat, Aug 8· 9:30am-12:00pm
Kesher Shabbat Morning Services
📍 Beth Am Synagogue
Shabbat morning services in the Kesher minyan with prayer and community worship. Kesher is a parallel service stream within Beth Am.
Sat, Aug 8· 10:00am-1:00pm (auditions Aug 8-9), 6:00pm-8:00pm (auditions Aug 10)
Disney's Frozen the Broadway Musical - Auditions
📍 Children's Theatre of Annapolis
Open auditions for ages 12-18 to join the cast of Disney's Frozen the Broadway Musical. Auditions held August 8-10 with callbacks August 11, followed by rehearsals August 23-October 22 and performance
Sat, Aug 8· 1:00pm onwards
2026 Rock Opera Big Bang!
📍 Ottobar
Baltimore Rock Opera Society presents an all-ages rock opera performance with doors at 1 PM.
Sat, Aug 8· Saturday 10am-11am
Algae Accessories — Ages 9-14
📍 BUGSS (Baltimore Underground Science Space)
Create cool, eco-friendly accessories using algae string.
Sat, Aug 8· 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Lowe's Build and Grow Kids Workshop
📍 Lowe's Glen Burnie
Free building clinic for kids at Lowe's. Kids build a wooden project with guided instructions and get to keep their creation.
Sun, Aug 9· 9:00am
Garden Work Day
📍 Village Learning Place
A community service event focused on maintaining and improving the Village Learning Place Youth Garden.
Sun, Aug 9· 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Patterson Park Historical Walking Tour
📍 Patterson Park
A guided walking tour through Patterson Park exploring its 198-year history from 1827 through the War of 1812 and Civil War.
Sun, Aug 9· 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
August Book Event!
📍 The Book Thing of Baltimore
The Book Thing of Baltimore hosts a free book giveaway and donation event with timed-entry browsing and book donations accepted.
Sun, Aug 9· 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (check aqua.org)
National Aquarium
📍 National Aquarium
Open this weekend on the Inner Harbor — dolphins, sharks, the rainforest, and the jellyfish gallery. One of Baltimore’s signature family destinations.
Sun, Aug 9· 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Garden Drop-Ins
📍 Cylburn Arboretum
Free weekly garden education program at Cylburn Arboretum where families can connect with a Garden Educator and learn gardening tips.
Sun, Aug 9· 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Sunday Shorts
📍 Baltimore Museum of Art
Interactive 30-minute mini-tours of artworks at the Baltimore Museum of Art, open to all ages with no registration required.
Sun, Aug 9
Crab Feast
📍 Milkhouse Brewery
A summer crabfeast celebration at Milkhouse Brewery featuring fresh crabs and seasonal outdoor dining.
Sun, Aug 9· TBD
Murphy's Law, Gasket, Secret Society, Bad Wave, Mortal Ground
📍 Ottobar
Bmore Cautious Productions and Domestic Terror present an all-ages punk rock showcase.
Sun, Aug 9· 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
My Sunday Market
📍 The Avenue at White Marsh
A street festival featuring local makers, artists, and rotating entertainment at The Avenue at White Marsh.
Sun, Aug 9· 12pm-4pm
Clothing Swap
📍 Union Craft Brewing
A community clothing swap event at Union Hall where attendees can exchange gently used clothing items. A sustainable and social daytime gathering.
Sun, Aug 9· 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Paint Your Pet Night - Severna Park
📍 Homestead Gardens
Paint your pet's portrait with expert guidance at Homestead Gardens in Severna Park.
Sun, Aug 9· 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Michaels Kids Club
📍 Michaels Towson
Free in-store kids crafting event at Michaels. Kids create a themed craft project. All supplies included.
Sun, Aug 9· 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Michaels Kids Club
📍 Michaels Columbia
Free in-store kids crafting event at Michaels. Kids create a themed craft project. All supplies included.
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