Outdoor Activities for Kids in Baltimore
Elementary-age kids need to move, explore, and get dirty. Baltimore's parks, nature centers, and outdoor programs deliver — from guided hikes and creek stomps to sports clinics and adventure courses. Here's what's happening outdoors for the 5-10 set.
Mon, May 25· Memorial Day through Labor Day
Harford Streams Summer Adventure!
📍 Harford County, Maryland
A summer-long photo scavenger hunt exploring Harford County streams with prizes and t-shirts for participants.
Mon, May 25· All Day
Harford Streams Summer Adventure!
📍 Harford County Parks & Recreation
A summer-long outdoor exploration program encouraging Harford County residents to visit scenic waterways, take photos, and earn prizes while supporting stream conservation.
Mon, Jun 1· Varies
America 250 Inner Harbor Event Series
📍 Capital SUP - Quiet Waters Park
Guided paddle tours of Baltimore's Inner Harbor during the Sail250 celebration, paddling alongside tall ships, military vessels, and festival activities during America's 250th anniversary maritime eve
Sat, Sep 5· 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, Sep 5· 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Dinosaur Park Open House
📍 Dinosaur Park
Free monthly fossil hunting program at Dinosaur Park where families can search for fossils on the surface ground.
Sat, Sep 5· 9am
Garden Work Day
📍 Village Learning Place
A community service event where participants help maintain the Village Learning Place Youth Garden.
Sat, Sep 5· 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.
Sun, Sep 6· 8:00am-5:00pm
Labor Day Weekend Swim and Crab Feast Daysail
📍 Downtown Sailing Center
A full-day sailing event over Labor Day weekend featuring swimming stops and an onboard crab feast celebration.
Sun, Sep 6· 9:00am-12:00pm
Reverse Tashlich
📍 The Associated: Jewish Federation
An environmental service project where families gather to clean up and reverse the concept of Tashlich by removing trash from natural spaces.
Sun, Sep 6· 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Garden Drop-Ins
📍 Cylburn Arboretum
Free weekly garden education program at Cylburn Arboretum where visitors can connect with a Garden Educator, see what's blooming, and get gardening tips.
Tue, Sep 8· 6:00pm-7:00pm
Tuesday Night Bike Club
📍 Forward Brewing
Weekly 10-mile bike ride starting and ending at Forward Brewing, perfect for cycling enthusiasts looking for community and drinks.
Thu, Sep 10· 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Creation Care Clean Up
📍 Baltimore County Cox Point Park
Join a community park cleanup at Cox Point Park followed by a Rosh Hashanah story time and tashlich celebration.
Thu, Sep 10
Bromo Arts District
📍 Everyman Theatre
An event celebrating the historic Bromo Arts District in West Baltimore where Everyman Theatre is located.
Fri, Sep 11· 6:30 PM
Towson Main Street Movie Night
📍 The Music Space
Community outdoor movie screening at Patriot Plaza featuring family-friendly entertainment and local sponsorship.
Sat, Sep 12· 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mueveton + Babyfest 5K & Health and Fitness Expo 2026
📍 Patterson Park Observatory
Annual family-friendly 5K race and health expo at Patterson Park featuring kids activities, Zumba classes, and health screenings.
Sat, Sep 12· 1:00pm
Family Nature Hike: Junior Naturalist
📍 Carrie Murray Nature Center
A guided nature hike designed for families and junior naturalists to explore the trails and learn about local wildlife and plants.
Sat, Sep 12· 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
MSU Football vs Virginia-University of Lynchburg
📍 Hughes Memorial Stadium
Morgan State University hosts Virginia University of Lynchburg for a family-friendly football game with activities, food, music, and giveaways.
Sat, Sep 12· 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Community Fishing Day with Outdoor Afro
📍 Masonville Cove
A family-friendly fishing day at Masonville Cove featuring free fishing lessons, pier time, and outdoor exploration for all experience levels.
Wed, Sep 16· 6:00pm-7:00pm
Run Club
📍 Forward Brewing
Weekly 5-kilometer run starting and ending at Forward Brewing, combining fitness with community and refreshments.
Fri, Sep 18· 6:30pm
Friday Night Hike: Bat Walk
📍 Carrie Murray Nature Center
An evening nature hike focused on observing bats in their natural habitat, perfect for families interested in nocturnal wildlife.
Sat, Sep 19· 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Hayrides
📍 Kinder Farm Park
Family-friendly hayride experience at Kinder Farm Park through scenic farm grounds.
Sat, Sep 19· 10:00am-12:00pm
Weed Warriors
📍 Stony Run Park
Monthly stewardship event where volunteers remove weeds at Stony Run Park. Participants should bring their own tools and gloves, or borrow them from the organization.
Sat, Sep 19· 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM EDT
2026 Urban Wildlife Conservation Day
📍 Masonville Cove
A free, fun-filled day celebrating urban wildlife conservation with family-friendly interactive activities at Masonville Cove.
Sat, Sep 19· 10:00am-12:00pm
Weed Warriors - Kudzu Removal
📍 Stony Run Park
Join the Stony Run Weed Warriors to remove highly invasive Kudzu in Wyman Park. Participants should wear long pants and closed-toe shoes, bring a water bottle, and bring their own tools and gloves or
Sun, Sep 20· 5:00pm-7:30pm
Family Play Day at Wonderfly (Timonium)
📍 Wonderfly Arena - Timonium
An exciting family-friendly open play session at Wonderfly Arena featuring bubble ball, glow dodgeball, giant zorb races, and other high-energy activities designed for all ages.
Sun, Sep 20· 1:00pm
Baltimore Orioles vs. Milwaukee Brewers
📍 Baltimore's Child Calendar
A professional baseball game featuring the Baltimore Orioles playing against the Milwaukee Brewers.
Sun, Sep 27· 3:30pm-6:00pm
Family Play Day at Wonderfly (Arbutus)
📍 Wonderfly Arena - Timonium
A family-oriented open play session at Wonderfly Arena featuring bubble ball, glow dodgeball, giant zorb races, and other exciting activities for families to enjoy together.
Sun, Sep 27
CycloCross Race
📍 Frey's Farm
Cyclocross racing event held at Frey's Farm, combining cycling competition with a family-friendly farm venue atmosphere.
Thu, Oct 1· afternoon
Blue Angels Flotilla Paddle
📍 Capital SUP - Quiet Waters Park
Sat, Oct 3· 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Festival at Bel Air 5K
📍 Festival at Bel Air
A 5K run/walk supporting Harford Family House to help local families transition from homelessness to stable housing.
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