There are plenty of fireworks to be had this month, both literally and figuratively! From the Thunder From Down Under to a Fourth of July Fireworks cruise, Jazz and Regae Festivals, and even a French Macaron Class, there is something for everyone.
Through the Month of July
Second City
Comedy legends The Second City return to the Kennedy Center with an all-new, all-hilarious show that reaches way, way across the aisle for non-stop equal opportunity laughs. $50–$60. Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C. kennedy-center.org
Date Night Movie Nights
Watch good, grown-up movies on the Plaza screen. Bring chairs. Free. 7 p.m. National Harbor. nationalharbor.com
Wednesday, July 3
Thunder From Down Under
The ultimate bachelorette party experience. Food, drinks, and Australia’s hottest export of male revue! Ages 21 and over. $32.50. 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Rams Head on Stage, Annapolis. ramsheadonstage.com
Thursday, July 4
Independence Day Fireworks Dinner
Three-hour cruise with views of Baltimore’s Fireworks display. Includes a three-course buffet style dinner, premium open bar, DJ and dance floor, games and more. Ages 21 and older. $114. 7:30–10:30 p.m. Inner Harbor, Baltimore. spiritcruises.com
Friday, July 5
Live At The Fillmore: The Definitive Tribute to the Original Allman Brothers Band
Listen to Live At The Fillmore pay tribute to the Allman Brothers Band by rocking out to their favorite tunes. Food and drinks available for purchase. Ages 21 and over. $29. Rams Head on Stage, Annapolis. ramsheadonstage.com
French Macaron Class at Sacré Sucré
Learn how to make chocolate and lemon macarons using the French meringue method with discussions on meringue and piping techniques. Hors d’oeuvres and wine will be served and you get to take home your cookies. Ages 18 and older. $85. Registration required. Sacré Sucré, Baltimore. Sacresucre.com
Saturday, July 6
Capital Fringe Festival
July 6–28. Curated and commissioned works by emerging and established artists across disciplines. Works range from dance, music, performance, and theater to art. Various venues in the Waterfront SW neighborhood. Check website for shows and locations. capitalfringe.org
Poe’s Magic Theater
See the best and brightest premiere illusionists and upcoming talent including remarkable sleight of hand, mind-bending mentalism and incredible illusions!
9 p.m. Lord Baltimore Hotel, poesmagic.com
Friday, July 12
Bring It Live!
A fierce, original, high-octane performance featuring new numbers and songs. $32–$50. 8 p.m. The Modell Lyric,
Baltimore. modell-lyric.com
Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival
12–14. Celebrating 20 years with live jazz, seafood and beautiful views of St. Clement’s Island. $65–$80. Friday, 6 p.m.–9 p.m., Saturday, Noon–9 p.m., Sunday, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. St. Clement’s Island Museum, Colton’s Point. stmarysmd.com
Saturday, July 13
Jazz in the Garden: Mantana Roberts
Pack a picnic and spread out a blanket for dinner under the stars in the sculpture Garden with Matana Roberts, the “spokeswoman for a new, politically conscious and refractory music scene” (Jazzthetik). Members $35; non-members $50. 5–9 p.m. The Baltimore Museum of Art. artbma.org
The Summer Lawn Party
Enjoy Veuve Clicquot Champagne, lawn games, a picnic lunch, live music, and an Oyster Bar and Champagne Courtyard. Must be 21 and older. 2 p.m.–5 p.m. $13–$95. Historic Ogle Hall, Annapolis. summerlawnparty.com
Sunday, July 14
Wine in the Wind
Two hour sail around the Chesapeake Bay on the schooner Woodwind while sampling four specialty wines from France. Along with each wine is a perfectly paired bite. Includes a take-home, boat-friendly wine glass. Raise the sails, steer the boat or just sit back and relax. $83. 4–6 p.m. Annapolis Waterfront Hotel. schoonerwoodwind.com
Wednesday, July 17
Dinner Under the Stars
West Street closes and is filled with cafe tables reminiscent of the open open air cafes in Paris and the piazzas of Rome. Live music, special art exhibits and canopy lights. Free, to dine varies. Reservations at participating restaurants strongly recommended. 6 p.m. West Street, Annapolis. dinnerunderthestars.org
Where The Wild Things Art
Create animal themed string art during this guided craft night. One drink included. $49. 5:30–8 p.m. Maryland Zoo, Baltimore. marylandzoo.org
Thursday, July 18
Brew at the Zoo
Sample craft beers, live music, meet animals up close, dancing and more. Ages 21 and older. $50–$65. 6–9 p.m.
Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. nationalzoo.si.edu
Friday, July 19
Third Fridays Canton
This free outdoor concert series in O’Donnell Square Park. live music, outdoor dining, cold beverages and other family-friendly fun. Free. 5–8 p.m. O’Donnell Square Park, Baltimore. facebook.com
Saturday, July 20
Reggae Wine, Music and Art Festival
20-21. Enjoy a relaxing day of listening to live reggae, while sampling Linganore’s wines, authentic island cuisine and hand-crafted goods from around the world. $20–$25. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Linganore Winecellars, Mt. Airy. linganorewines.com
Tuesday, July 23
Carol Burnett
During “An Evening of Laughter and Reflection,” Burnett will take questions from the audience and show video clips from her shows in a format that harkens back to the legendary openings of ‘The Carol Burnett Show.’ $69 and up. 7:30 p.m. The Modell Lyric, Baltimore. modell-lyric.com
Thursday, July 25
Art Garfunkel
Hear Art Garfunkel, the singer who has made an indelible mark on the music world as both a solo artist and
half of the unrivaled Simon & Garfunkel. $85–$105. 8 p.m. Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis. marylandhall.org
Friday, July 26
BIG Time: Interview & Comedy Show
join a hand-picked cast of Baltimore Improv Group’s best improvisers as they interview and create comedy with Baltimore’s most important people. We’ve talked to artists, chefs, creators, journalists around baltimore. Free. 8 p.m. The BIG Theater, Station North, Baltimore. bigimprov.org
Saturday, July 27
Camp Newseum Nights
Gather around the bonfire and revisit all your favorite camp memories. Live music, prizes, photo booth, gallery talks, field day games, karaoke, glamovers, crafting cabin, campfire stories, and archery. Ages 21 and older. $45–$60. 8–10:30 p.m. Newseum, Washington, D.C. newseum.org
Bike & Brunch Tours: Baltimore City & Neighborhood Tour
27–28. Get to know Baltimore beyond the harbor and standard tourist attractions. Come alone, bring friends, or bring family on this bike and brunch around the city. 10 a.m.–3 p.m.. Harbor East Bike Share Station, Baltimore. eventbrite.com
For more date night or friends’ night out ideas, be sure to visit our full Calendar of Events!
