June 18-21, 2026
Hey Locals! 👋🏽
First, Happy Father's Day to all the dads reading this.
As someone raising two kids alongside an amazing husband, I know how much fathers carry that often goes unseen. The early mornings, late nights, school drop-offs, fixing things around the house, showing up when you're tired, and doing your best to provide, protect, and love your family.
To every dad, stepdad, grandfather, father figure, and man making a difference in a child's life: thank you.
This Week:
🍎 Free Apple Camp for kids
🏃🏾♀️ A new Sky Zone opening in Maryland
❤️🖤💚 Juneteenth celebrations across the DMV
👨🏾🦱 Father's Day events and activities
🎶 FREE Concerts
⭐ Date Night on one Street
News This weekend
Superhero Apple Camp
Free Apple Camp Is Back 🍎
If you have kids ages 6–10, Apple Camp is one of my favorite free summer activities. Kids learn how to create and edit their own short film using iPads provided by Apple.
Sessions are 90 minutes and run through July. Book on Apple Store App
Parents: don't skip the adult classes either. I recently took one that taught iPhone photography and hidden settings I had never used before.
New Sky Zone
A New Sky Zone Is Opening In Glen Burnie 🏃🏾♀️
Good news for Anne Arundel County families. A new Sky Zone location is opening in Glen Burnie, giving families another indoor option for birthdays, rainy days and summer fun.
New Kid Friendly Map
Shout out to @jaydotsmiff who created this map that requires no app or login to find fun things to do around the DMV area with a little Baltimore.
Bookmark Capitalkids.net for your next family find!
⭐ Lisa's Pick This Week
If I could only choose one thing from this week's newsletter, it would be the AFRAM. It’s a FREE 3 Day African American Festival celebrating Community, Culture and Legacy with all of these performers and more. There is a kids zone so bring the family, bring your chairs for the main stage and bring your money to support the vendors and get local food!
JUNETEENTH CELEBRATIONS ❤️🖤💚
6/19 we celebrate freedom, resilience, culture and community.
Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when news of emancipation finally reached enslaved people in Texas, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
Below are some of the biggest Juneteenth celebrations happening around Maryland and DC this weekend.
🎵 Jun 19–21 | Baltimore AFRAM 50th Anniversary | Druid Hill Park, Baltimore 50 YEARS! Charlie Wilson, Tamia, The Lox, Mario & more. One of the East Coast's largest free African American festivals. ✅ FREE
🌃Jun 19-21 | Smithsonian After Dark - Visit multiple smithsonian museum including the African American History & Culture Museum until 11pm
🎉 Jun 19 | Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration | National Harbor, MD A powerful community celebration at one of the DMV's most iconic waterfront destinations. ✅ FREE
🎉 Jun 19 | Juneteenth Baltimore | Baltimore, MD Baltimore's community-led Juneteenth celebration — music, culture & Black excellence. ✅ FREE
🌊 Jun 19 | A Juneteenth Joint — Wharf Takeover | Washington, DC The Wharf gets taken over for Juneteenth — waterfront vibes, music & culture. ✅ FREE
🎪 Jun 19 | JUNETEENTH Carnival | Washington, DC A full carnival experience to celebrate freedom — rides, food & community.
⛳ Jun 19 | Juneteenth Block Party at Langston Golf Course | Washington, DC Block party at a historic Black golf course — a meaningful and fun way to celebrate.
🌅 Jun 19 | Noon-teenth Juneteenth Day Party | Baltimore, MD The Juneteenth party that starts at noon — because why wait?
🙌 Jun 19 | Juneteenth 21+ Day Party | Hyattsville, MD A 21+ Juneteenth celebration with music & vibes.
🎉 Jun 19 | Juneteenth for the City 2026 | Washington, DC A 21+ Juneteenth celebration in DC — check Eventbrite for details.
🍽️ Jun 19 | 5th Annual Taste of the DMV: Food, Music & Culture Festival | Baltimore, MD 30+ acts, 200+ food & drink vendors celebrating the best of our culture. ✅ FREE
🌅 Jun 19 | Sunset Fridays — Juneteenth Edition at Belize Rooftop | Baltimore, MD Rooftop Juneteenth party with sunset views — tickets required.
🎶 Jun 19 | Juneteenth Community Cookout | Baltimore, MD Free community cookout with food, music & good people. ✅ FREE
🎨 Jun 19 | Juneteenth BYOB Sip, Karaoke & Paint | Baltimore, MD Bring your own bottle, grab a canvas and celebrate freedom creatively.
🏌️ Jun 19 | Scotland Juneteenth Heritage Festival | Rockville, MD The DMV's largest Juneteenth cultural celebration. ✅ FREE
🎊 Jun 20 | 7th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Day | Waldorf, MD Community celebration honoring Juneteenth in Charles County. ✅ FREE
🐴 Jun 20 | MD Tenth Cavalry 2026 Juneteenth Celebration | Marriottsville, MD Honoring the Buffalo Soldiers with a historic Juneteenth commemoration.
🎶 Jun 20 | Bowie Juneteenth Jubilee Festival | Bowie, MD Jubilee vibes with live music, food & family festivities. ✅ FREE
🌳 Jun 20 | Juneteenth in Sykesville | Sykesville, MD Small-town charm meets big Juneteenth energy. ✅ FREE
🎺 Jun 20 | Annapolis Juneteenth Festival | Annapolis, MD A beautiful waterfront Juneteenth celebration in historic Annapolis. ✅ FREE
🏙️ Jun 20 | Rockville Juneteenth | Rockville, MD Community festival celebrating freedom in Montgomery County. ✅ FREE
🏠 Jun 20 | Home Rule Music Festival at the Parks at Walter Reed | Washington, DC Live music celebrating DC culture and community. ✅ FREE
🎵 Jun 21 | Baltimore Juneteenth Community Market | Baltimore, MD Shop Black-owned vendors and celebrate community. ✅ FREE
"As always, I'm thankful for those who came before us and grateful to celebrate freedom with our families today."
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🗓️ JUNE 17–21, 2026 | BALTIMORE & THE DMV
Still Need Father's Day Plans?
Whether Dad loves comedy, golf, whiskey, crabs, brunch or being out on the water, here are a few ideas happening around Maryland this weekend.
👨👧 FATHER'S DAY EVENTS
😂 Jun 18 | Father Stroller Walk at Clyburn Arboretum (5pm-7pm) Baltimore, MD Bring your kids and push them in the stroller with other fathers in the city. FREE
😂 Jun 20 | Father's Day Weekend Comedy Show at Mount Royal Soaps | Baltimore, MD Laughs, good vibes & a unique venue — perfect for Dad.
🥃 Jun 20 | Whiskey Lovers Sundaes — Father's Day Class | Baltimore, MD Whiskey tasting meets sundaes — a uniquely fun Father's Day treat.
🔥 Jun 20 | Father's Day Grilling Class | Baltimore, MD Teach Dad something new — or let him show off.
🔥 Jun 20 | Father's Day Dinner Grilling Class | Baltimore, MD An evening grilling class perfect for the dad who loves to cook.
🦀 Jun 20 | Father's Day Crab Feast | Baltimore, MD Because what says Father's Day in Maryland better than crabs?
🌊 Jun 20 | Washington Street Father's Day Fest | Havre de Grace, MD Waterfront Father's Day celebration in charming Havre de Grace. ✅ FREE
🎵 Jun 21 | A Father's Day Celebration Comedy Show | Lutherville-Timonium, MD A comedy show the whole family can enjoy together.
⛵ Jun 21 | Father's Day Brunch Sail on the Schooner Woodwind | Annapolis, MD Sail past the Naval Academy into the Chesapeake Bay with brunch & mimosas. $106.56/person
🚢 Jun 21 | Father's Day Brunch Cruise | Baltimore, MD A signature buffet brunch cruise through the Inner Harbor.
🚢 Jun 21 | Father's Day Dinner Cruise | Baltimore, MD Treat Dad to an elegant dinner on the water.
🎙️ Jun 21 | Father's Day with Pastor Shirley Caesar | Baltimore, MD A gospel-filled Father's Day celebration with a legendary performer.
🎶 Jun 21 | Fresh Faces of Gospel & Gospel Legends Father's Day Show | Baltimore, MD Two generations of gospel on one stage for Father's Day.
⛵ Jun 21 | Father's Day Brunch Cruise on the Potomac | Washington, DC Treat Dad to a scenic brunch cruise down the Potomac.
🏖️ Jun 21 | Father's Day at National Harbor | National Harbor, MD A full day of Father's Day fun at the waterfront. ✅ FREE
🏌️ Jun 21 | Father's Day at Puttery DC — Dad Golfs Free | Washington, DC Dad golfs FREE with paid adult admission — a fun one!
🪓 Jun 21 | Father's Day Axe Throwing at Kick Axe DC | Washington, DC Because sometimes Dad just needs to throw an axe.
😂 Jun 21 | Father's Day Brunch Karaoke — All You Can Eat & Bottomless Mimosas | Washington, DC All-you-can-eat brunch with bottomless mimosas and karaoke. Yes, please.
FAMILY & ALL AGES
👨🍳 Jun 18 | Kids Can Cook for Preschoolers (Ages 3–5) | Baltimore, MD An adorable cooking class for the tiniest chefs. Tickets required.
🐕 Jun 21 | Carroll County Woofstock | Taneytown, MD A dog-friendly festival — bring your pup for a day of fun! ✅ FREE
🎵 Jun 20 | Music City Summer Fest | Catonsville, MD Live music and summer vibes in the community. ✅ FREE
🎶 Jun 20 | Silver Spring Blues Festival | Silver Spring, MD Free outdoor blues festival — an annual crowd favorite. ✅ FREE
🎵 Jun 20 | Fête de la Musique — World Music Day | Georgetown, DC Global music celebration on the streets of Georgetown. ✅ FREE
ADULTS ONLY (18+)
🕺 Jun 20 | Lion's Pride J'Ouvert 2026: Titans of Soca | Fort Washington, MD Soca, costumes & pure Caribbean energy to kick off the day. Tickets required.
🍺 Jun 20 | Westminster Beer & BBQ Stroll | Westminster, MD Stroll through Westminster sampling local brews & BBQ. from $15
🎸 Jun 18–22 | Hookie Weekend | Washington, DC The annual DC festival weekend where everybody calls out
🎵 Jun 19–20 | Harmony Woods Music & Beer Fest | Havre de Grace, MD Live music in a beautiful wooded outdoor setting.
🏳️🌈 Jun 20 | Capital Pride Parade | Washington, DC One of the biggest Pride parades on the East Coast. ✅ FREE
🏳️🌈 Jun 21 | Capital Pride Festival | Washington, DC The full festival with performances, vendors & community celebration. ✅ FREE
A “date” on your calendar for fun with your mate, friend or even solo
Guntry Maryland - Perfect for Father’s Day weekend.
Tony and I love this place for their immersive simulation where we get buzzed when we get hit. It’s quite a trill and optional of course. This premium upscale range that is like a country club without the membership required as they have the simulators, a full cafe, golf lessons and archery too!
Thanks for being one of the Locals. Send this to someone who needs to get outside this weekend!
Hope to See You.…….Somewhere Local!
Lisa Summers
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