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June 22: Chesapeake Crab, Wine, & Beer Festival

Harbor Point, 1310 Point St. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Free-$89.

With more than 30,000 perfectly seasoned crabs and all-you-can-drink samples of 30-plus beers and wines, this summertime staple is a Marylander’s dream come true. Now in its sixth year, this Old Bay-coated festival returns with live music, kid-friendly activities, and plenty of alternative eats for those wary of crustaceans. So, grab a spot at the brown-paper-covered tables, crack open a cold one, and celebrate the start of crab feast season.

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June 22: Summer Solstice Festival

Burnt Hill Farm, Clarksburg. 12-6 p.m. $20-160.

A few years ago, Old Westminster Winery acquired a second farm named Burnt Hill, and, since then, the acclaimed winery’s team has been working nonstop to prepare the land for planting. Before the vines go in the ground, they’re inviting members of the local natural wine community to the farm’s picturesque hillside for a celebration of all things wine, featuring 100 unique pours from dozens of regional purveyors. Be sure to check out the live art by No Kings Collective and snack on eats by Clavel, Blacksauce Kitchen, and Ekiben in between glasses of pinot and rosé.

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June 22-Aug. 2: The BIG Show

Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. 6-10 p.m. Free-$40.

If you couldn’t tell by its title, this annual arts exhibition at Creative Alliance is a big deal. Now in its 23rd year, this beloved show invited members of the Highlandtown arts center to contribute their own works of art to this hodgepodge collection of more than 175 pieces. Whether you submitted your own masterpiece or just want to browse the artworks in this salon-style exhibit, check out the floor-to-ceiling display during the opening reception on Saturday and then stick around for a wacky variety show full of musicians, jugglers, and contortionists.

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June 23: The Alchemy of Art Courtyard Craft & Flea

The Alchemy of Art, 1637 Eastern Ave. 12-6 p.m. Free.

This isn’t your average craft and flea market. For one thing, the Fells Point art gallery will be offering 15-minute portraits, tarot card readings, and freshly shucked oysters along with wares from 30 local vendors during its annual markers’ market. But maybe our favorite part about this one-of-a-kind sale is that DJ James Nasty will be spinning beats out on the sunny courtyard alongside shoppers all afternoon long. And, really, what could be better than browsing through handmade jewelry while jamming to “Knightwerk” and “Main Course”?

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June 22: FIT + Fitness Festival

Harbor East, Aliceanna St. 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free.

Instead of sticking to your usual Saturday morning workout (aka walking from your bed to the fridge and back), start your weekend with a high-energy fitness class—or two—in the streets of Harbor East. With seven back-to-back classes ranging from an energizing yoga flow to a calorie-burning HIIT class, this fitness festival is an easy (and free!) way to test out a wide variety of workouts and meet fitness gurus from The MAC, Under Armour Brand House, lululemon, and Charm City Run. If that’s not enough to get you out of bed, there will be tons of snacks and drinks, giveaways, and raffle prizes.

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June 25: WTMD Rock and Roll Chili Bowl

WTMD Studios, 1 Olympic Pl., Towson. 5-9 p.m. $20.

Maryland is home of many things: steamed crabs, pit beef, the Smith Island cake. But this Saturday, over 30 contenders from 12 different states will be competing in the Maryland State Championship Chili Cook-Off. On what is going to be a beautiful afternoon, set up shop outside at WTMD, indulge in endless samples from Baltimore and beyond, cool off with cold beer, and listen to live rock and roll by local Americana musicians, the Herd of Main Street, and Amy Helm, daughter of The Band’s iconic drummer, Levon, alongside her band The Handsome Strangers. As the sun begins to set, we can only hope she plays a cover of “Atlantic City,” too.

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June 24: MDSPCA Wine and Wag

Maryland SPCA, 3300 Falls Road. 5:30-7:30 p.m. $3 suggested donation. 410-235-8826.

Friday’s weather, on the other hand, is a little questionable, with scattered thunderstorms and a cool 82 degrees. Rain or shine, head to Hampden and support a good cause with dogs and drinks at the Maryland SPCA. During their summer happy hour events, enjoy beer, wine, and this week’s drink of choice, sangria, plus snacks and plenty of pooch-friendly activities, like bobbing for hot dogs, paw painting, and fun runs. Meet new animals, consider adopting another, and get a little summer buzz before scrambling home. Just note that sadly (according to law), your furry friends need to stay on a leash.

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June 25-July 30: The BIG Show

3134 Eastern Ave. Sat. 8 p.m. Free.

You might know
the Creative Alliance for its eclectic concerts, or old stage for Stoop
Storytelling, or maybe even for its little bar or awesome, outdoor,
art-but-actual BUS stop. But the 21-year-old, multidisciplinary space is also
home to a rotating art collection, with accomplished creatives like Paul
Rucker, Joyce Scott, and Raoul Middleman all gracing its walls. This weekend,
they kick off their 21st year of The Big Show, an annual salon-style exhibition
of more than 200 artworks by CA members from all skill levels, ages (17 and up),
and walks of life on display through July 30. Celebrate creativity as you
explore various mediums, purchase your own piece, or for one night, stay a
little later for a member performance, be it singing, dancing, acting, rapping,
or whatever the talent. You, too, can take to the stage.

HEAR

June 25: Big Hoax Album Release

Metro
Gallery, 1700 N. Charles St. 8 p.m. $10.

Big Hoax has been around since 2012, but if you don’t know
them, the local four-piece has released a debut album, Mirror Image/Mirage, that serves as a perfect introduction, just in
time for summer. Across 14 songs, Luke Alexander’s earthy vocals lead his bandmates’
instruments—upright bass, cello, trumpet, piano, pedal steel guitar, to name a
few—through everything from outright folk and upbeat stomps to sunny bossa nova
and a lovers’ waltz. At times, the band brings to mind a young Mumford &
Sons, through rich anthemic harmonies; at others, it evokes an early-album Dave
Matthews, with playful, worldly darkness. On occasion, you even hear a little
Gomez or Damien Rice. But all the while, Big Hoax remains uniquely itself,
experimenting with form and genre, creating a robust medley of Americana sound.
Hear them for yourself tonight at this Metro Gallery party for their record
release.

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June 25-26: LatinoFest

Patterson Park, 27 S. Patterson Park Ave. Sat. 12-10 p.m. Sun. 12-9 p.m. Free-$10.

This weekend, the hills of Patterson Park will transform into a full-on fiesta during the 36th annual Baltimore LatinoFest. For two days, join hundreds of people to celebrate the art, culture, and heritage of the city’s vibrant and burgeoning Hispanic and Latino communities. Listen to live Latin music like salsa, merengue, and bachata, admire all the colorful costumes of the day’s dancers and performers, and snack on traditional cuisine from throughout the Americas and Caribbean. This family-friendly festival also features children’s activities, like arts and crafts, facepainting, a rock-climbing wall, as well as community support and information booths throughout the park.

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