Looking to go on a date night, moms’ night out or get-together with friends in the Maryland, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. area? Check out the following special events that are worth your time — and the effort to get to there! Read ahead for some of the best events happening during the week of May 29-June 5.
29 Friday
Kiss Me, Kate
May 29-June 27. “Kiss Me, Kate” recounts the backstage and onstage antics of two feuding romantic couples during a touring production of “The Taming of the Shrew.” $19-22. Show times vary. Bowie Playhouse, Bowie. 410-757-5700, 301-832-4819, 2ndstarproductions.com
23rd Annual Annapolis Leukemia Cup Regatta
May 29-30. Events include a summer gala and auction, Leukemia Cup Regatta rendezvous and more. Check website for details. Annapolis Yacht Club, Annapolis. leukemiacupmd.org
Frederick Beer Week
May 29-June 6. Sample locally sourced beers and enjoy events, parties and more. Various venues, Frederick. frederickbeer.com
Awesome Con
May 29-31. Comic con and pop culture convention for families and fans of all ages. $31.73-470.59. Fri., noon-8pm; Sat., 10am-7pm; Sun., 10am-5pm. Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C. awesome-con.com
17th Annual Treasure the Chesapeake Celebration
Food, open bar, games and more. Reservations required. $100. 7-10pm. Annapolis Marriott Waterfront Hotel, Annapolis. cbtrust.org
Baltimore Bike Party
Slow-paced ride through the streets of Baltimore City. Check website for route details. 7-9:30pm. Various venues, Baltimore. baltimorebikeparty.com
Ladies Night Out: Sunset Hike & Campfire
An hour-long guided hike with the center’s naturalists. Registration required. Ages 21 and up. $10. 6-9pm. Robinson Nature Center, Columbia. 410-313-0400, co.ho.md.us/RNCprograms.htm
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