From oyster festivals and live music to Edgar Allan Poe celebrations and comedy shows—plus the city's best eats. Your curated guide to Baltimore this week.
Food & Oyster Festival - B&O Railroad Museum
Baltimore's biggest bivalve bash celebrating Chesapeake Bay oyster restoration! Enjoy 12+ oyster purveyors, 13+ restaurants, live music, the Tito's Shucking Competition, and craft cocktails. This 21+ event benefits oyster restoration efforts from 5:30-9:00 PM.
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Waterfront Benefit - Fells Point Maritime Park
Baltimore's best waterfront benefit celebrating Living Classrooms Foundation's 40th anniversary. Features live music by headliner Dumpstaphunk, special guest Cris Jacobs, food from 50+ top restaurants, and stunning harbor views. This 21+ event runs from 6:00-10:00 PM.
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Comedy Show - Lyric Baltimore
Comedian Jimmy O. Yang brings his "Big and Tall" tour to Baltimore. Known for his roles in "Silicon Valley," "Crazy Rich Asians," and "Interior Chinatown," Yang has released two standup specials including "Good Deal." Doors open at 7 PM, show starts at 8 PM.
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Literary Festival - Edgar Allan Poe House & Museum
Celebrate the 180th anniversary of "The Raven" with three days of Poe-themed performances, exhibits, and tours. The FREE outdoor street festival takes place Saturday and Sunday (Oct 4-5) from 11 AM-4 PM, featuring vendors, music, poetry, and family activities.
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Steakhouse - Inner Harbor
Upscale steakhouse renowned for dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, and award-winning wine list. Features an elegant atmosphere perfect for special occasions and business dining with impeccable service. Rated 4.8 stars on OpenTable.
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Contemporary Seafood - Key Highway
Full-service contemporary seafood restaurant offering stunning harbor views from every table across three levels. Features Baltimore's best reviewed Sunday jazz brunch, fresh Maryland crab cakes, and upscale coastal dining in a nautical atmosphere.
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Syrian Cuisine - Ritz-Carlton Residences
Baltimore's most elegant dinner spot features Syrian cuisine in richly appointed settings reminiscent of a Moroccan riad. Known for vegetarian-friendly mezze, beyti sujuk rolls, and tender short rib freekeh. Rated 4.8 stars on OpenTable.
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Seafood & Raw Bar - Fells Point
Located on the historic Thames Street waterfront, this award-winning oyster house serves classic Maryland and New England seafood with a spectacular raw bar. Famous for their lobster rolls and crab cakes. Rated 4.6 stars on TripAdvisor.
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