After a sweltering week, Baltimore is expected to get a little relief from the heat this weekend (if only compared to the triple digits we’ve seen for much of the past week).
As you try to stay cool, consider exploring some fun events around Baltimore, from enjoying free Shakespearean performances in local parks, to watching cats show off their tricks at Creative Alliance.
Check it all out in our weekend events roundup:
The Princess and the Frog, Thursday, July 18, sundown, American Visionary Art Museum. Catch a Disney favorite, “The Princess and the Frog,” as part of AVAM’s Flicks from the Hill movie series. There will also be a free workshop where attendees can make a frog crown to wear during the showing. Supplies are limited, so participants are asked to RSVP.
Amazing Acro-Cats, Thursday, July 18, through Sunday, July 21, Creative Alliance. Watch talented felines purrfectly perform tricks in this fun show. Beyond this weekend, performances run through July 28. A portion of the proceeds will go to Rise Above Animal Rescue, who will also have a table at the shows. Read more in this Baltimore Fishbowl article.
Patton Oswalt, Friday, July 19, 8 p.m., Lyric Baltimore. Comedian Patton Oswalt will perform in Baltimore as part of his Effervescent tour. Read more in this Baltimore Fishbowl article.
Shakespeare Beyond, Friday, July 19, (Parks and People, Druid Hill) and Saturday, July 20 (Cromwell Valley Park), both at 7:30 p.m. Chesapeake Shakespeare Company will perform William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer’s Night Dream” as part of their Shakespeare Beyond series of free performances in parks across Maryland. Check CSC’s website for up-to-date information in case of postponements. Read more about the series and learn about other upcoming performance dates in this Baltimore Fishbowl article.
Steve Hofstetter, Saturday, July 20, doors 7 p.m. show 8 p.m., Baltimore Soundstage. Nobel Peace Prize-nominated stand-up comedian Steve Hofstetter is coming to Baltimore. He will be joined by fellow comedians Jon Bander and Brett Druck. Read more in this Baltimore Fishbowl article.
Frozen In Concert, Saturday, July 20, and Sunday, July 21, 3 p.m. both days, Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. Join Elsa, Anna, Hans, Olaf, and Sven as you enjoy Disney’s “Frozen” with music performed live by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra.
National Ice Cream Day Celebration, Saturday, July 20, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Port Discovery Children’s Museum. Sample some free ice cream and participate in ice cream-themed games. There will also be songs, storytelling, a sensory bin, and more.
Unmatched Athlete Pride Event, Saturday, July 20, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Under Armour Stadium at Port Covington campus, 2601 Port Covington Drive. Unmatched Athlete is teaming up with Under Armour to host a Pride event for young athletes, including an obstacle course and skills challenges for teens age 13 -17, and noncompetitive skills challenges for children age 8-12. Read more about the nonprofit in this Baltimore Fishbowl article.