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.
Thu, Jul 23· 10:30 AM
Creek Critters Nature Walk
📍 Chesapeake Children's Museum
A guided nature walk where children explore local creek habitats and learn about wildlife and ecosystems.
Thu, Jul 23· 5:30pm-7:00pm
Mary Pat Clarke Playground - Playground Tour
📍 Baltimore Family Alliance
A free summer playground tour at Lake Montebello featuring story time, hula hoops, science activities, music, crafts, and snacks.
Thu, Jul 23· 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Outdoor Bubble Party
📍 Cockeysville Public Library - Cockeysville Branch
A fun outdoor event featuring music, sidewalk chalk, and bubbles for all ages at Parkville-Carney Public Library's Cockeysville Branch.
Thu, Jul 23· 7:30am-9:30am
Waterbird Survey
📍 Anne Arundel County Rec & Parks
A guided survey of waterbirds at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, offering an opportunity to observe and identify local bird species in their natural habitat.
Thu, Jul 23
Water Aerobics
📍 Hunting Hills Swim Club
A fun, low-impact workout offered in the pool at Hunting Hills Swim Club, suitable for members and guests.
Thu, Jul 23· 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Mary Pat Clarke Playground at Lake Montebello - Playground Tour Stop
📍 Mary Pat Clarke Playground at Lake Montebello
A community playground tour event featuring story time, science activities, hula hoops, music, crafts, and vendor activities for families.
Fri, Jul 24
Farm Yoga
📍 Butler's Orchard
A yoga class held on the farm grounds, combining wellness activities with a scenic outdoor setting.
Fri, Jul 24· 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT
Dancin' Under the People Tree
📍 Columbia Association Lakefront
A high-energy, all-levels group dance fitness session for all ages at the CA Lakefront.
Fri, Jul 24· 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Nite Bite Fishing at Centennial Lake
📍 Centennial Park South Boat Launch
A unique nighttime fishing opportunity at Centennial Lake hosted by Howard County Recreation & Parks.
Fri, Jul 24· 9:00am-12:00pm
Field Work Fridays
📍 Anne Arundel County Rec & Parks
A hands-on field work program at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary where participants engage in conservation activities and habitat exploration.
Sat, Jul 25
Fête Champêtre
📍 Irvin Luckman Memorial Park
A festive outdoor celebration featuring food, music, and community gathering in Baltimore.
Sat, Jul 25· 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, Jul 25· 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, Jul 25· 9am
Garden Work Day
📍 Village Learning Place
A community volunteer opportunity to work in the Village Learning Place youth garden.
Sat, Jul 25· 10:00am-12:30pm
Hayrides
📍 Kinder Farm Park
Join us for a hayride at the front of the Visitors Center, departing at 10:00 AM for a 2.5-hour experience through Kinder Farm Park.
Sat, Jul 25
Star Gazing on the Farm
📍 Milkhouse Brewery
An evening of stargazing with the Westminster Astronomical Society at the farm. Weather dependent event.
Sat, Jul 25· 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Downtown Sunset Paddle
📍 Capital SUP
A guided sunset paddleboard and kayak tour along scenic Spa Creek in downtown Annapolis.
Sun, Jul 26· 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 and learn gardening tips.
Sun, Jul 26· 1:30pm-4:30pm
Baseball, Brews & Bingo
📍 Hysteria Taphouse
A fun afternoon combining baseball viewing, beer, and bingo games at the family-friendly Hysteria Taphouse.
Sun, Jul 26· 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT
Plant Swap at Pherm Brewing
📍 Pherm Brewing Company
A community plant swap event at Pherm Brewing Company in Gambrills, Maryland.
Mon, Jul 27· 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Student Day
📍 Capital SUP
Seniors 55+ receive 50% off paddleboard and kayak rentals at Capital SUP in Annapolis.
Tue, Jul 28· 7:00 PM
Full Moon Paddle
📍 Capital SUP - Eastport
A peaceful evening paddle under the moonlight on the Chesapeake Bay, led by an ACA Level 2 Instructor and Master Naturalist. This family-friendly event supports local non-profits.
Wed, Jul 29· 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Senior Day
📍 Capital SUP
Seniors 55+ receive 50% off paddleboard and kayak rentals at Capital SUP in Annapolis.
Thu, Jul 30· 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Skate in the Shade
📍 Bowie Ice Arena
Free ice skating event at Bowie Ice Arena with sun protection theme and affordable skate rentals.
Thu, Jul 30· 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Mommy & Me (and Dads too)
📍 Capital SUP
A paddleboarding adventure on calm waters designed for parents and kids ages 3-7.
Thu, Jul 30· 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Jurassic Escape
📍 Perry Hall Public Library
An outdoor obstacle course adventure at Perry Hall Public Library where families can escape from a spotted Tyrannosaurus rex.
Thu, Jul 30· 6:00 PM
Mommy & Me (Dads too)
📍 Capital SUP - Eastport
A relaxed, family-friendly paddle for moms, dads, and kids ages 3-7 to enjoy quality time together on the Chesapeake Bay. All gear is provided for beginners.
Sat, Aug 1· 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Family Paddle
📍 B'More SUP
A family-friendly stand-up paddleboard event for all ages at a local swimming spot in Essex, Maryland.
Tue, Aug 4
Splash of Creativity
📍 Hunting Hills Swim Club
A relaxed evening of crafting by the pool where members can bring crochet, knitting, or portable craft projects and enjoy socializing.
Tue, Aug 4
National Night Out 2026
📍 Lillian S. Jones Recreation Center
A community engagement event on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, bringing neighbors together for a night of community building and public safety awareness.
Tue, Aug 4
National Night Out 2026
📍 Irvin Luckman Memorial Park
A community-building event bringing neighbors together for a night of activities, safety awareness, and local engagement.
Fri, Aug 7· 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
August First Friday: Family Fishing Evening
📍 Masonville Cove
A guided family fishing evening on the pier at Masonville Cove with lessons and all supplies provided.
Sat, Aug 8
Sunflower Night I
📍 Butler's Orchard
An evening event at the farm during the Sunflower Spectacular featuring sunset social activities among the sunflowers.
Sat, Aug 8
Sunflower Spectacular
📍 Butler's Orchard
A spectacular farm event featuring sunflower fields in full bloom with photo opportunities and farm activities.
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.
Thu, Aug 13· 5:30pm-7:00pm
Denise Johnson Playground - Playground Tour
📍 Baltimore Family Alliance
A free summer playground tour featuring ice cream, drum circles, hula hoops, science activities, crafts, and community fun.
Fri, Aug 14
VIP Bring a Friend Day
📍 Chuck E. Cheese
VIP members and Fun Pass holders enjoy special privileges as they bring a friend for double gameplay benefits at Chuck E. Cheese.
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