July 23-26, 2026
Hey Locals! 👋🏽
Summer is still in full swing, even if every store is already reminding us that back-to-school season is around the corner. If you're planning to shop for clothes, try holding off until Maryland Tax-Free Week (Aug. 9–16). Clothing and footwear priced at $100 or less per item qualify.
Until then, check out this Under Armour sale this weekend where 100% of proceeds benefit Project Rampart, helping elevate the student-athlete experience and academic outcomes across Baltimore City.
My Weekend Top Picks -
July 25-26
Jul 25🌸 Fête Champêtre is back!
This is Baltimore's waterfront luxury garden party.
🛼Jul 25 Late Skate is back in DC. It’s completely free daily to get skates and hang out but this day will have music, events and shuttles to and from the rink all day.
🍛Jul 25 Frequency and Flame - Baltimore: If you enjoy watching Chopped on Food Network, you'll enjoy this weekend where two chefs compete head-to-head and there will be a winner.
🍉 Jul 25–26 | 5th Annual Braglio Farms Watermelon Festival | Randallstown, MD
Live music, watermelon treats, local vendors, kids games, petting ranch & watermelon cocktails & beer. 12–5pm both days. Dog friendly 🐕 Bring a lawn chair or pop-up tent! from $15
💦 Jul 25–26 | Wild Water Splash Days: Summer Splash Zone | The Maryland Zoo,
Water slides, slip 'n slides, splash pads, bounce houses & outdoor games, Saturday features a live performance by Baltimore's own RunItUp Jordan at 11:30am. 10:30am–3:30pm. Free with Zoo admission or membership. Don't forget swimsuits and towels!
National Drive-Thur Day
Shoutout to the Freebie Guy for this full list.
Chick-fil-A – On Friday, July 24, some Chick-fil-A locations will celebrate National Drive-Thru Day with giveaways like plush cows, coffee mugs, water bottles, hats, tote bags, and free food. These offers are available only in the drive-thru.
Dairy Queen – Use the mobile app to score at the drive-thru!
Through July 26th – Score a FREE small Lemonade Cooler or Sparkler w/ a $1+ app order OR
Through July 27th – Score a FREE mini BLIZZARD Treat w/ any $1+ app order!
Dunkin’ – Through August 17, Earn 50 bonus points each weekday (up to 150 per week) when ordering ahead in the app.
Jimmy John’s – FREE House-made Lemonade with purchase of any 8″ sandwich or wrap every Friday in July with code: SUMMERFRIDAY Place your order online, to pick up at the drive-thru!
Tropical Smoothie Cafe – Through July 26th, you can score a Free Smoothie with Tropic Bowl or a food purchase to celebrate Tropical Smoothie Fan Fest! This offer is only for rewards members, but it’s free to join!
Wendy’s – $1 small Classic Frosty at participating Wendy’s locations nationwide in-restaurant, at the drive-thru, in the Wendy’s app and on Wendys.com (delivery orders excluded) through August 23.
📲 Pro tip from me: Download the apps NOW before you pull out of the driveway. Most of these deals are app-only and they go fast!
🗓️ JULY 20–27, 2026
👨👩👧 FAMILY & ALL AGES
👦 Jul 19 | LaurelKids Summer Series | Laurel, MD
A fun summer series for kids in Laurel
💅 Jul 19 | Kids & Teens Beauty Shop Class — Saturdays 2pm | Maryland
A hands-on beauty class for kids and teens — hair, confidence & creativity all in one Saturday afternoon.
🌙 Jul 25 | Night at the Farm Museum | Carroll County Farm Museum, Westminster, MD
A spectacular evening stroll under the stars at the Carroll County Farm Museum — fine food, drinks & live entertainment. 5–10pm.
🌺 Jul 25 | Fête Champêtre: A Luxe Garden Party | Middle Branch Park, Baltimore, MD
Year 3 of Baltimore's most elevated outdoor garden party — waterfront views, floral décor, live entertainment, food trucks & mobile bars. GA from $65 • VIP tent from $90. 4–9pm.
🍉 Jul 25 | Wright's Market Watermelon Festival | Mardela Springs, MD
A classic Eastern Shore watermelon festival at Wright's Market — fresh watermelon, local vendors & summer fun.
🎨 Jul 25 | Taneytown Artisan Fest | Taneytown, MD
Local artisans, makers & vendors in a charming small-town setting — a great day trip for the whole family. ✅ FREE
🍷 ADULTS ONLY (21+)
💃 Jul 24 | Therapist Unplugged: Line Dancing Experience | Cockeysville, MD
Put your problems on hold and hit the dance floor — a line dancing experience led by a therapist for the ultimate stress-free Friday night.
🏆 Jul 24 | Baltimore Beat Summer Jam & Legacy Gala | Baltimore Museum of Industry, Baltimore, MD
An awards gala and dinner honoring Baltimore community members preserving Black media. A meaningful and elegant evening. 6–9pm.
🎶 Jul 25 | Frequency & Flame | FELT Exclusive | Our Time Kitchen, Baltimore, MD
An intimate ticketed experience blending music, food & creative energy
🌴 Jul 25 | DMV Carnival: Summer Dancehall & Soca Day Party | Maryland/DMV
Summer Dancehall & Soca vibes all day — FREE before 5pm. After 5pm tickets required.
🎵 Jul 25 | The Live Soul Karaoke Experience | Baltimore, MD
Live band karaoke with a soul twist — grab the mic and sing your heart out.
🌍 Jul 25 | Colombian Festival | Washington, DC
A vibrant celebration of Colombian culture — food, music, dance & community in the nation's capital. ✅ FREE
🎤 Jul 25 | Poet Life Fest | Washington, DC
A festival celebrating spoken word, poetry & artistic expression in DC.
🎨 Jul 25 | Art, Wine & Dine | Maryland
Sip, create & connect — a curated evening of art, wine & good company.
🎭 Jul 25 | Law & Order: Special Improv Unit ft. Plot Twist | Maryland
An improv comedy show with a Law & Order twist — unexpected, hilarious & completely unscripted.
🔇 Jul 25 | Silent Picnic | Maryland/DC
A silent disco meets outdoor picnic — grab your headphones and vibe out in the open air.
💍 Jul 25 | Date Night: Make Your Own Stained Glass | Maryland
A creative date night experience where you and your partner craft your own stained glass piece together.
🕵️ Jul 25 | Murder Mystery 3 | Maryland
The third installment of this murder mystery event series — can you solve the case?
🤠 Jul 26 | Frederick's Most Unique Sunday Experience | Frederick, MD
A one-of-a-kind Sunday experience in Frederick
🤍 Jul 26 | The Flywire's White Tie Affair 2026 | Power Plant Live, Baltimore, MD
Baltimore's biggest and most celebrated annual party returns for year 21 — red carpet, cocktail reception, indoor/outdoor elegance & dress code in white. 5–10pm.
A “date” on your calendar for fun with your mate, friend or even solo
Tiki Lee’s Dock Bar
4309 Shore Rd, Sparrows Point, MD 21219
We recently visited Tiki Lee's Dock Bar in Dundalk and honestly felt like we had escaped to the Caribbean. With live music, sandy seating, swings, a playground, and great food, it's the perfect place for date night, a family outing, or simply relaxing by the water for a few hours.
Heads Up, They do have a dress code so check it out here before you visit.
Thanks for being one of the Locals. Send this to someone who needs an ice cream, they'll thank you later.
Hope to See You.…….Somewhere Local!
Lisa Summers
Disclaimer: I do not host any of these events or have any affiliation with them.
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