Crisp fall festivals, tacos, underwater wonders and live music — your curated guide for early October in Charm City.
Street Festival • Fell’s Point
Originating in 1967 as a neighborhood fundraiser, this free festival now spans six city blocks, preserving the historic charm of Fell’s Point while showcasing live music, craft cocktails, local vendors and family fun. Stop by any time Friday through Sunday — vendors, food and music run from midday into the evening.
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Food Festival • Power Plant Live!
Maryland’s biggest taco celebration returns to Power Plant Live! with more than 30 taco and food vendors, Lucha Libre wrestling, a giant margarita bar and a tequila expo. General admission ($14.99; 2–8 p.m.) includes your first drink; VIP tickets ($59.99) offer early entry at noon plus extra tacos and drink vouchers.
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Just steps from Camden Yards and the Inner Harbor at 1 East Redwood Street, Sonesta Baltimore Inner Harbor features spacious rooms with plush king beds, complimentary Wi‑Fi and 24‑hour fitness. Stroll to this week’s festivals, the National Aquarium and Power Plant Live!, then unwind at our sleek lobby and cocktail bar or soak in city views from the rooftop pool.
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Aquarium & Science • Inner Harbor
Explore award‑winning exhibits like Blacktip Reef, Jellies Invasion and Shark Alley at Baltimore’s iconic National Aquarium. Interactive animal encounters and Critter Chats bring you nose‑to‑nose with sea creatures, and the new 10,000‑sq‑ft Harbor Wetland replicates the Inner Harbor’s original tidal marsh. Hours are Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Fri 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sat–Sun 9 a.m.–6 p.m. with general admission $49.95 (youth and seniors $39.95; children under 4 free).
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DIY Music Festival • Midtown
Baltimore’s biggest DIY music party is back with more than 60 bands and three stages spread across Metro Baltimore, Mobtown Ballroom and Ema’s Corner. This volunteer‑run festival celebrates the city’s underground scene and is completely free to attend. On Sunday, October 12, shows run from 6 p.m. until midnight at 1700 N Charles Street.
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Fine Dining • Harbor East
Chef Cindy Wolf’s world‑class dining room focuses on natural preparation of top‑quality ingredients and elegantly plated Low Country‑inspired dishes. The prix fixe tasting menu and award‑winning wine program have earned Charleston national acclaim. Dine in for dinner nightly (Mon–Thu 5:30–9 p.m., Fri–Sat 5–9:30 p.m., Sun 5–8:30 p.m.).
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Asian Fusion • Fells Point
This fast‑casual favorite serves steamed buns and rice bowls inspired by Asian street food. Its Fells Point location at 1622 Eastern Avenue is open Monday–Thursday 11 a.m.–3:30 p.m. & 4:30–10 p.m.; Friday–Saturday until 11 p.m., and closed Sundays.
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Modern American • Brewers Hill
Housed in the historic Gunther Boiler Building, Gunther & Co. offers a modern American menu that’s globally influenced and locally sourced. Stop in for carefully crafted dishes and cocktails during dinner (Tue–Wed 5–9:30 p.m., Thu–Fri from 4 p.m., Sat & Sun brunch 11 a.m.–3 p.m. with dinner service afterwards).
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Mexican & Mezcal • Remington
Founded in 2015, this family‑owned taqueria and mezcaleria serves Sinaloan‑inspired cuisine with tortillas nixtamalized and rolled by hand. Clavel is a James Beard–recognized bar where agave‑based cocktails and hand‑butchered meats shine; open Monday–Saturday 5–11 p.m.
Get Directions After a day at the Fell’s Point Fun Festival, sampling tacos and exploring the National Aquarium, retreat to the Sonesta Baltimore Inner Harbor. Located at 1 East Redwood Street, our hotel features sleek rooms, plush bedding, free Wi‑Fi, a 24‑hour fitness studio and a rooftop pool with city views. You’ll be within walking distance of Camden Yards, the Inner Harbor and all of this week’s events.
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