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, 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
Mon, Sep 7· 11am-9pm
Celebrating National Video Game Day – Bonus 500 Tickets
📍 Chuck E. Cheese
Members enjoy exclusive bonus tickets during National Video Game Day celebration at Chuck E. Cheese.
Sun, Sep 20· 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.
Sun, Sep 20· 1:00pm
Baltimore Orioles vs. Milwaukee Brewers
📍 Baltimore Jewish Times
Major League Baseball game between the Baltimore Orioles and Milwaukee Brewers at Camden Yards.
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 20· 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 plant care tips.
Mon, Sep 21· 11am-9pm
Weekly Exclusive: $7.99 Large 1-topping Pizza
📍 Chuck E. Cheese
Fun Pass members enjoy discounted large 1-topping pizza for $7.99 during this weekly exclusive promotion at Chuck E. Cheese Baltimore.
Mon, Sep 21· 12pm-8pm
Extended Hours on 9/21/26
📍 Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park is open extended hours on September 21, 2026, from 12 pm to 8 pm. Families can enjoy all attractions including trampolines, obstacle courses, laser tag, and mor
Mon, Sep 21· 12pm-8pm
Extended Hours - September 21
📍 Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park extends operating hours to 12 pm - 8 pm on September 21, 2026, offering full access to all attractions during this special hours day.
Sat, Sep 26· 9:00am
Garden Work Day
📍 Village Learning Place
A community volunteer day focused on maintaining and gardening at the Village Learning Place Youth Garden.
Sat, Sep 26· 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 27
CycloCross Race
📍 Frey's Farm
Cyclocross racing event held at Frey's Farm, combining cycling competition with a family-friendly farm venue atmosphere.
Sun, Sep 27· 1:00pm-6:00pm
AACo Plant Swap
📍 Hysteria Taphouse
A community plant-sharing event where attendees exchange and cultivate plants together in a social atmosphere.
Thu, Oct 1· afternoon
Blue Angels Flotilla Paddle
📍 Capital SUP - Quiet Waters Park
Thu, Oct 1· 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Garden Drop-In at Cylburn
📍 Cylburn Arboretum
Drop-in garden talks and tips with Cylburn Arboretum Friends' Garden Educator on select Thursdays.
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.
Sat, Oct 3· 10:00am
Volunteer: Fall Cleanup
📍 Carrie Murray Nature Center
A volunteer opportunity for families and community members to help with fall cleanup at Carrie Murray Nature Center.
Sun, Oct 4· 9:00am
Fall Brownie Day: Making Friends, Fair Play, Outdoor Adventurer
📍 Chesapeake Children's Museum
A Girl Scout Brownie event featuring outdoor adventures, friendship-building activities, and fair play educational experiences.
Fri, Oct 9· 1:00pm
Family Nature Hike: Forest Detectives
📍 Carrie Murray Nature Center
A guided family nature hike where children learn to identify forest clues and animal signs like detectives. An engaging outdoor adventure for families exploring nature.
Sat, Oct 10· All day
Fells Point Fun Festival 2026
📍 Fells Point Fun Festival
The 60th annual Fells Point Fun Festival features live music, 225+ food and vendor booths, a beer/wine/spirits park, family fun activities, and a pet parade across three days in October.
Mon, Oct 12· 11:30am
Fells Point Fun Festival - Pet Parade
📍 Fells Point Fun Festival
A beloved festival tradition where families bring their four-legged friends to participate in a festive pet parade down the streets of Fells Point.
Sat, Oct 17· 10:00am-12:00pm
Weed Warriors -- 39th Street Restoration Area
📍 Stony Run Park
Join volunteers to tend to the 39th Street Restoration area at Stony Run Park. Participants should wear long pants and closed-toe shoes, bring water, and tools or gloves.
Sat, Oct 17
Baltimore Running Festival
📍 The Baltimore Convention Center
A community running event featuring multiple race distances from marathons to shorter runs, celebrating fitness and community wellness.
Sat, Oct 17· 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.
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