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Sept. 13-15: Fells Point Oyster Fest
Broadway Square. 733 South Broadway. Fri: 2-10 p.m., Sat: 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Pay-as-you-go
There’s nothing like slurping ‘sters outside on the Fells Point cobblestone—and for three days this weekend, you can do just that. Head to Broadway Square to take your pick of ten different varieties of freshly shucked, fried, or grilled oysters. The big block party will also feature local beers, cocktails, family-friendly activities, and back-to-back live music sets every day. Local favorites like Kelly Bell Band, Crushing Day, Mallow Hill, and the Stages Music and Arts All Star Band are all slated to perform.
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Sept. 13-14: Wet City Oktoberfest
Wet City. 223 W. Chase St. 5 p.m.-1 a.m. Pay-as-you-go
Local Oktoberfest festivities are ramping up, and Wet City is celebrating with two days of full steins and German snacks this weekend. Show up on Friday or Saturday night for $6 Tübinger Tankards ($5 during happy hour from 5-7 p.m. on Friday) filled with varieties from the brewpub’s lager-style “Lager-ish” series. (Think: Marzen-ish, inspired by a classic Oktoberfest Marzen, and the crispy Pilsner-ish—which is technically an ale, but drinks more like a pilsner.) And if you need even more Wet City fun to keep you occupied this weekend, the bar is hosting a pop-up dinner with chef Carlos Raba of Nana on Sunday, Sept. 15 from 5-10 p.m. Expect spicy watermelon mezcal margs, plus eats like loaded elote and Raba’s famous fire-roasted chicken.
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Sept. 14: Hampden Toilet Bowl Races
Union Collective. 1700 W. 41st St. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free
They’re back! It’s been five years since we’ve seen a toilet bowl zip down the road in Hampden, and now the beloved races—a longtime tradition of the on-hiatus Hampdenfest—are returning as part of Union Collective’s Oktoberfest Beer Olympics this weekend. Arrive at 11 a.m. to get a prime viewing spot. Then watch the toilet-themed sculptures-on-wheels compete in single-elimination, tournament-style drag races down the 600-foot course. Remember, this is just one part of Union’s day-long festival. So be sure to stick around for the stein-holding competition, pretzel-eating contest, German spelling bee, musical chairs, food specials, and lots of themed beers.
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Sept. 14: Baltimore Rhythm Festival
Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School. 1600 Guilford Ave. 12-6 p.m. Free
Get ready to groove at this annual gathering of some of Baltimore’s best performers committed to “inclusion, respect, and the healing power of music to foster peace and good will.” Not only can you expect lots of drumming and dancing, but also interactive activities like a sound bath with Sanahara Ama Chandra, children’s puppet show with Bro. Joshua, shekere percussion workshop with Baile’s African Drum Works, and a community movement and yoga class with instructor Jupiter Poteat. There will also be food and craft vendors on hand for browsing throughout the afternoon. If you have your own drum, be sure to bring it with you and join a jam sesh.
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Sept. 14: Locust Point Festival
Latrobe Park. 1627 E. Fort Ave. 11:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Free
Stroll over to Latrobe Park to check out more than 60 local vendors that are setting up shop for this annual community extravaganza. Grab some grub from local restaurants (including pit beef sandwiches from Hull Street Blues and walking tacos from EAT), hit the tents to mingle with area businesses and community organizations, and stop by the stage to hear live music by South Baltimore bands. The fest’s famous Kruschicki cookies—delicate Polish treats finished with sprinkles of powdered sugar—are a must-try.