Tween Activities in Baltimore — Ages 10–13 Events & Programs
Tweens want autonomy but still need structure. Baltimore's tween programming threads that needle well — escape rooms, maker spaces, teen volunteer programs, and sports leagues that let 10–13 year olds test their independence in safe environments. Many of these events welcome tweens without a parent hovering, which is exactly what they want.
Fri, Aug 7
Sunflower Spectacular
📍 Butler's Orchard
Visit Butler's Orchard for the Sunflower Spectacular event with daily admission, pick-your-own options, and special activities from August 7th-16th.
Fri, Aug 7· 7:53pm-7:53pm
Candle lighting
📍 Beth Am Synagogue
Shabbat candle lighting ceremony for Parashat Re'eh. A brief ceremonial lighting of Shabbat candles marking the beginning of Shabbat.
Fri, Aug 7· 10:00am-10:45am
Session II - Early Childhood Program
📍 JCC of Greater Baltimore
An early childhood educational program running throughout July and August with activities designed for young children.
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.
Fri, Aug 7
Half-Price Friday Night
📍 National Aquarium
Weekly Friday night event at the National Aquarium featuring reduced admission prices, allowing families to enjoy the aquarium at a lower cost.
Fri, Aug 7
BCPA Summer Camp Performance: "The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition"
📍 Bowie Center for the Performing Arts
A one-hour youth adaptation of the hit Broadway musical SpongeBob SquarePants, specially tailored for young actors and featuring the iconic Nickelodeon character brought to life on stage.
Fri, Aug 7· 8:00pm onwards
Agent Orange, Ceromantics, Over Our Eyes and The Bali Lamas
📍 Ottobar
An all-ages live rock music concert featuring multiple bands at Ottobar.
Fri, Aug 7· 6:15pm-7:30pm
Shabbat Services (In-Person, On Zoom, and via Facebook Live)
📍 Har Sinai-Oheb Shalom
Friday evening Shabbat services held in-person, with simultaneous streaming options via Zoom and Facebook Live.
Fri, Aug 7· 5:00pm-9:00pm
Ladies Neon Night Market
📍 Hysteria Taphouse
A neon-themed night market with vendors and celebration, welcoming everyone to enjoy the festive atmosphere at Hysteria Taphouse.
Fri, Aug 7· 2:00pm-3:00pm
Food Pantry at LHCBRC
📍 Langston Hughes Community, Business & Resource Center
Community food pantry distribution event at Langston Hughes Community, Business & Resource Center. Attendees should bring their own bags and carts.
Fri, Aug 7
Alexander The Pretty Good
📍 Poe's Magic Theatre at The Lord Baltimore Hotel
A magic performance by Alexander The Pretty Good featuring illusions and entertainment at Poe's Magic Theatre.
Fri, Aug 7· 4:00pm-8:00pm
Food Truck: Taste 410
📍 Pickett Brewing Company
Food truck vendors serve casual food and beverages at the brewery. Great for families looking for casual dining options.
Fri, Aug 7· 6:00pm-7:00pm
First & Third Friday Pub Run
📍 Pickett Brewing Company
A free community running event around the stadiums followed by post-run beers at the taproom. A fun fitness and social activity for runners of all levels.
Fri, Aug 7· 6:00pm
Solidarity Cinema Series: Mystery Movie! (August 7)
📍 Red Emma's Bookstore Coffeehouse
A community film screening event featuring a mystery movie. The Solidarity Cinema Series offers accessible entertainment and community gathering at Red Emma's.
Sat, Aug 8· 7:00 PM
Plant Bingo at Pickett Brewing Company
📍 Pickett Brewing Company
Sat, Aug 8· 3:00 PM
6th Annual Back to School Bash Community Giveaway | The Empress Team
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· 11:00 AM
Picnic in His Presence
📍 Druid Hill Park
Sat, Aug 8· 10:30 AM
Planet Rooted: Rooted Festival 2026
📍 Patterson Park
Sat, Aug 8· 9:00 AM
HYROX Summer Simulation Series - FULL
📍 Merritt Clubs Downtown Athletic Club
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· 5-9pm
Sunset Social: Sunflower Night II
📍 Butler's Orchard
The second Sunflower Night Sunset Social at Butler's Orchard, offering another evening among the sunflower fields from 5–9pm. A great family outing to enjoy the farm at dusk.
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
Barnyard Band & Booze – August 8
📍 Green Meadows Petting Farm
An outdoor music event at Green Meadows Farm featuring live entertainment in a barnyard setting. Guests can enjoy music and drinks at this family-friendly outdoor venue.
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· 5:00pm-8:00pm
Big Bloom Festival
📍 Montgomery County Recreation
An evening festival at Good Hope Neighborhood Recreation Center featuring entertainment, activities, and community celebration.
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· 8:30am-6pm
Sunflower Spectacular
📍 Butler's Orchard
An all-day farm event featuring spectacular sunflower fields, activities, and farm experiences. Visitors can explore the blooming sunflowers and enjoy various on-farm activities.
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· 5:00 PM
Summer Colors Day Party, Saturday, Aug 8th.
📍 Baltimore Museum of Industry
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.
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