April events in Baltimore for spring vacation or staycation

Plan a spring break getaway or staycation in your own backyard with fun, upcoming April events in Baltimore!

April events in Baltimore farmers market

April Events in Baltimore

Sunday mornings from April – December

Baltimore Farmers’ Market and Bazaar opening day April 6th! Every Sunday from 7 a.m. – sell out (around noon), underneath the Jones Falls Expressway at Holliday & Saratoga Streets,  you’ll discover the best local produce, meats, seafood, dairy, ready-made foods and craft items and collectibles from local vendors.

April 10th

Baltimore Orioles Home Opener!  That’s right, the boys are back in town and there’s no telling what this baseball season has in store.  Be sure to plan a visit to Camden Yards, take in the view from the historic warehouse building on Eutaw Street, check out the Sports Legends Museum and taste some of Boog’s famous barbecue.

April 11th

My Lady’s Manor Steeplechase Races to benefit Ladew Gardens.  The annual steeplechase races are so fun to watch and a Maryland horse country tradition.  Gates open at 10 a.m. with the first race beginning at 1:30 p.m., rain or shine.  Ladew Topiary Gardens, named one of the top 5 gardens in North America, is open to the public for tours of the mansion, nature walk and butterfly conservatory beginning April 1st.

Now through April 12th

Browse the Garden Galaxy spring flower display and art exhibit at the H.P. Rawlings Conservatory & Botanic Gardens.  Mosaics on display by featured local artist Yulia Hanansen are for sale with proceeds benefiting the Conservatory.  Open Wednesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

April 12th

Hunt Valley Spring Festival at nearby Hunt Valley Towne Center.  Welcome spring at this outdoor festival with a variety of vendors, special guest Ravens players, food trucks, family-friendly activities including a Kids Zone and an adult beverage garden as well!

April 17th

Days of Taste presents: The Perfect Harvest – Earth Month Wine Supper by Chef’s Expressions at Gramercy Mansion.  Featuring organic and bio-dynamic wines and fresh ingredients from local farms, this wine supper is not to be missed!

April 20th

Mommy & Me Mini Photo Sessions at Gramercy Mansion with Slipstream Photography.  A wonderful Mother’s Day gift idea!  Hair and makeup touch ups included, followed by a 30 minute photo session.

April 25th

Earth Day Celebration & Clean-Up at Robert E. Lee Park. What better way to celebrate then to lend a hand in restoring a local park alongside rangers and other volunteers.  10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

April 30th

Towson Gardens Day.  Kick off spring with a visit to downtown Towson from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. and browse flowers, plants, garden decor, unique crafts and jewelry, taste food from local vendors and ask your garden questions to master gardeners.

Learn more about the stunning local gardens open to the public.

Whether planning a spring break vacation or a staycation, we hope you’ll enjoy April events in Baltimore.