Things to do with friends in Baltimore, MD

What are fun things to do with friends in Baltimore?

We checked 56 real places in Baltimore, MD from OpenStreetMap, including 8 places to eat, 8 bars and nightlife spots (21+) and 8 sights. Squad Plan's three day plans below draw on these places, and your group can vote on the one you like best.

Last updated 2026-10-14

We found 8 places to eat, 8 bars and nightlife spots (21+), 8 sights, 8 parks and outdoor spots, 8 game spots, 8 sports venues and 8 places to shop in Baltimore, from OpenStreetMap map data.

Three ready-made day plans

Costs are rough estimates per person in US dollars. Check hours and prices before you go.

Plan A

Evergreen Museum & Library to Melba's Place

Slow pace, good food, plenty of time to talk. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Evergreen Museum & Library

    4545 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21210

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Fort Armistead Park

    Baltimore, Maryland

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at New Chef

    6604 Belair Road, Baltimore, MD 21206

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Get active at YMCA

    Stadium Place, Baltimore, MD 21218

    $10–25 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Browse Belvedere Square Market

    Pica Way, Baltimore, MD 21212

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Watch a movie at Maryland Science Center IMAX Theater

    601 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230

    $15–30 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Char'd CIty

    5402 Harford Road, Baltimore, MD 21214

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Melba's Place

    3126 Greenmount Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21218

    $12–30 (estimate)
Plan B

City of Baltimore Fire Museum to Dutch Courage

A fuller day of sights and new places. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit City of Baltimore Fire Museum

    416 Oldtown Mall, Baltimore, MD 21202

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Andover & North Hill Park

    Northwood, Baltimore, Maryland

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at Chung Mee

    5646 The Alameda, Baltimore, MD 21239

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Play at Shake & Bake Family Fun Center Bowling Alley

    1601 Pennsylvania Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217

    $15–30 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Get active at M&T Bank Stadium

    Russell Street Service Drive, Baltimore, MD 21230

    $10–25 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Browse Lexington Market

    Marion Street, Baltimore, MD 21201

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Vito's Pizza

    6304 York Road, Baltimore, MD 21212

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Dutch Courage

    2229 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21218

    $12–30 (estimate)
Plan C

Eubie Blake National Jazz Center to BAR B B ORTIZ

High energy from start to finish. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Eubie Blake National Jazz Center

    North Howard Street, Baltimore, MD 21201

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Briscoe Park

    Baltimore, Maryland

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at The Spot Pizzeria & Deli

    4300 Belair Road, Baltimore, MD 21206

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Play at Patterson Pins

    2105 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21231

    $15–30 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Get active at J. Richard Awalt Field

    Clarkdale Road, Baltimore, MD 21211

    $10–25 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Browse Baltimore Farmers Market & Bazaar

    400 East Saratoga Street, Baltimore, MD 21202

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Waverly Crabs

    3400 Greenmount Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21218

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at BAR B B ORTIZ

    6422 Holabird Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21224

    $12–30 (estimate)

Family friendly things to do in Baltimore

Real places in Baltimore for a day out with kids.

  1. Visit Chinquapin Park

    Free to visit, with room to run around. Bring snacks and water.

    FreeNorthwood, Baltimore, Maryland
  2. Eat at IHOP

    A sit-down meal for the whole family. Call ahead for a big group.

    $12–20 (estimate)1527 Havenwood Road, Baltimore, MD 21218
  3. Go to Parkville Lanes

    Mini golf, bowling and arcades are easy for kids. Check the hours before you go.

    $15–30 (estimate)7607 Harford Road, Parkville, MD 21234
  4. Go to Warehouse Cinemas

    Movies, games or bowling for a rainy or hot afternoon. Check showtimes and hours first.

    $15–30 (estimate)727 West 40th Street, Baltimore, MD 21211

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Date night ideas in Baltimore

Real places in Baltimore for two people, with a rough cost per person.

  1. Walk through Brentwood Commons

    Free, and easy to talk while you walk side by side.

    Free1816, Baltimore, MD 21218
  2. Look around Baltimore Immigration Museum

    Something to look at together, so there is always something to talk about.

    Free to $25 (estimate)1308 Beason Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
  3. Play a round at Parkville Lanes

    Something to do together, so you are not just making small talk across a table.

    $15–30 (estimate)7607 Harford Road, Parkville, MD 21234
  4. Dinner at V Lounge

    Pick a table where you can talk, and share a few dishes if you both like that.

    $20–40 (estimate)West 21st Street, Baltimore, MD 21218
  5. Drinks at Peabody Heights Brewery Tasting Room (21+)

    One drink, then decide together if the night keeps going.

    $12–30 (estimate)401 East 30th Street, Baltimore, MD 21218

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Things to do with a large group in Baltimore

Real places in Baltimore for a group of 10 or more people.

  1. Bowling at Parkville Lanes

    Teams take turns, so everyone stays in the game. Book lanes ahead for a big group.

    $15–30 (estimate)7607 Harford Road, Parkville, MD 21234
  2. Play at Parkway Theatre

    Ask about group rates and book ahead before you go.

    $15–30 (estimate)5 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21201
  3. Park time at 32nd Street Park

    Bring a ball, a frisbee or lawn games. Free, and easy to split into smaller groups.

    FreeNorthwood, Baltimore, Maryland
  4. Dinner at New Chef

    Book ahead for a big table, and ask if they can seat your group together.

    $20–40 (estimate)6604 Belair Road, Baltimore, MD 21206
  5. Drinks at Garden Bar (21+)

    Only for groups where everyone is 21+. Ask about a reserved table for a big party.

    $12–30 (estimate)4809 Erdman Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21205

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Weekend in Baltimore with friends

A two-day plan of real places in Baltimore, from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon.

  1. Saturday morning: The Peale

    Start the day with a museum, gallery or other sight. Check opening days before you go.

    Free to $25 (estimate)225 Holliday Street, Baltimore, MD 21202
  2. Saturday lunch: New Chef

    Sit down together for lunch. Book ahead if the group is big.

    $12–20 (estimate)6604 Belair Road, Baltimore, MD 21206
  3. Saturday afternoon: Decker Quadrangle

    Free, and easy to split up and meet again. Good for a walk between stops.

    FreeBaltimore, Maryland
  4. Saturday night: Lou's Bar & Liquors (21+)

    A drink or two to end the day. Everyone needs to be 21 or older.

    $12–30 (estimate)4819-4825 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21224
  5. Sunday afternoon: Senator Theatre

    Bowling, an arcade or a movie. Something to do together before heading home.

    $15–30 (estimate)5904 York Road, Baltimore, MD 21212

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Birthday ideas for adults in Baltimore

Real places in Baltimore for a birthday the whole group will show up for.

  1. Birthday dinner at New Chef

    Book a table for the whole group and let the birthday person order first.

    $20–40 (estimate)6604 Belair Road, Baltimore, MD 21206
  2. Play at The Charles Theater

    Something to do together beats only sitting and talking. Book ahead for a big group.

    $15–30 (estimate)1711 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
  3. Drinks at Mahaffey's Pub (21+)

    Finish the night with a round on the group for the birthday person.

    $12–30 (estimate)2706 Dillon Street, Baltimore, MD 21224
  4. Visit The Preservation Society

    A low-key daytime start before dinner, good for a smaller group.

    Free to $25 (estimate)1724 Thames Street, Baltimore, MD 21231
  5. Picnic at Fox Street Park

    Bring a cake and some snacks. Free, and nobody has to shout over music.

    FreeBaltimore, Maryland

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Things to do with friends under 21 in Baltimore

Real places in Baltimore for a group where some friends are under 21.

  1. Play at Parkville Lanes

    Games or fun for the group. Call ahead if the group is big.

    $15–30 (estimate)7607 Harford Road, Parkville, MD 21234
  2. See a movie at Maryland Science Center IMAX Theater

    Check showtimes first, and pick a film the whole group can agree on.

    $15–30 (estimate)601 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
  3. Get active at White Athletic Center

    Play, swim or work out together. Some places need a pass or booking, so call first.

    $10–25 (estimate)West University Parkway, Baltimore, MD 21211
  4. Eat at New Chef

    Order a few dishes to share to keep the bill down. Check the menu online first.

    $12–20 (estimate)6604 Belair Road, Baltimore, MD 21206
  5. Hang out at Fort Armistead Park

    Free to visit. Bring a ball or a frisbee if you want to play.

    FreeBaltimore, Maryland

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Places in Baltimore

Places to eat

Bars and nightlife (21+)

Sights

Parks and outdoor spots

Game spots

Sports venues

Places to shop

How much does a day out with friends cost in Baltimore?

Across the three day plans above, a day out with friends in Baltimore costs about $69 to $210 per person, from the lowest plan to the highest. Each total adds up the typical price of its stops, so treat it as a rough estimate and check prices before you go.

Frequently asked questions

What can a group do in Baltimore for free?

Free places on our list include Fort Armistead Park, Chinquapin Park and Andover & North Hill Park. Plans also leave time to wander around town at no cost.

Where can friends eat in Baltimore?

Good places to start are New Chef, Char'd CIty and Chung Mee. The day plans above include food stops from this list.

What is there to see in Baltimore?

Sights on our list include Evergreen Museum & Library, The Peale and City of Baltimore Fire Museum. The full list is in the places section below.

What are good things to do with kids in Baltimore?

Try visit Chinquapin Park, eat at IHOP and go to Parkville Lanes. Every idea here is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What are good date night ideas in Baltimore?

Try walk through Brentwood Commons, look around Baltimore Immigration Museum and play a round at Parkville Lanes. Start small with coffee or a walk, and save dinner for when it is going well.

What are good things to do with a large group in Baltimore?

Try bowling at Parkville Lanes, play at Parkway Theatre and park time at 32nd Street Park. Book ahead for a group this size, and send the link so everyone can vote on the plan.

What can friends do on a weekend in Baltimore?

Try saturday morning: The Peale, saturday lunch: New Chef and saturday afternoon: Decker Quadrangle. Every stop is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What are good birthday ideas for adults in Baltimore?

Try birthday dinner at New Chef, play at The Charles Theater and drinks at Mahaffey's Pub (21+). Every idea here is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What can friends under 21 do together in Baltimore?

Try play at Parkville Lanes, see a movie at Maryland Science Center IMAX Theater and get active at White Athletic Center. Every idea here is a real mapped place. Costs are rough estimates.

Can Squad Plan make a custom plan for Baltimore?

Yes. Pick the city, your group and the vibe, and Squad Plan gives you three plans your friends can vote on. It is free for 5 plans a week.

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