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Baltimore has a rich tapestry of community events. This calendar highlights a sampling of Old Time, Bluegrass, Roots and Country happenings in town from jams, dances, concerts, festivals and more.

*If you'd like an event added, please submit Baltimore-area events to Brad Kolodner: bradkolodner@gmail.com.

Tue, Aug 25 - Baltimore Old Time Jam at the Bluebird Pub - Join us in our new jam location just below the Green Room in The Pub. Open Old Time jam for all skill levels hosted by William Brauneis. All are welcome to play or listen! Come have a drink and dinner. Early Country Sing 6pm. 7-8pm slow jam. 8-10pm fast jam. 3600 Hickory Ave (downstairs). More info HERE

Thu, Aug 27 - Ken & Brad Kolodner at Rutter's Mill Park in Bolton Hill - Free summer concert from the beloved local father-son stringband. Bring a picnic and a blanket! 6:30pm. More info HERE

Thu, Aug 27 - Hamilton/Lauraville Old Time Jam at Four Hour Day Lutherie - Fast Old Time jam hosted by Julius Bjornson, geared toward intermediate and advanced players of Old Time Appalachian music. Open to all! Those new to Old Time or not yet ready to play fast are encouraged to come listen and play along until they're ready to jump into the front of the jam. More info HERE

Mon, Aug 31 – Baltimore Honky Tonk at Waverly Brewing – A night of live honky-tonk, country and roots music with two-stepping featuring live music from Los Texmaniacs. Dance lesson included. 7-10pm. More info HERE

Tue, Sep 1 - Baltimore Bluegrass Jam at the Bluebird Pub - Join us in our new jam location just below the Green Room in The Pub. Open Bluegrass jam for all skill levels hosted by Alex Lacquement & Friends. All are welcome to play or listen! Come have a drink and dinner. 7-10pm. 3600 Hickory Ave. More info HERE

Mon, Sep 7 - Ken & Brad's 9th Annual Lawnbuster Pickin' Party - 12-8pm. Free - all are welcome! Ken's backyard (3806 Fenchurch Road). Bring your favorite dish for the big potluck, instruments, lawn chairs and we’ll supply a keg. Bring the whole family, your friends, neighbors, and anyone you think might enjoy playing or listening to music. More info HERE

Tue, Sep 8 - Baltimore Old Time Jam at the Bluebird Pub - Join us in our new jam location just below the Green Room in The Pub. Open Old Time jam for all skill levels hosted by William Brauneis. All are welcome to play or listen! Come have a drink and dinner. Early Country Sing 6pm. 7-8pm slow jam. 8-10pm fast jam. 3600 Hickory Ave (downstairs). More info HERE

Wed, Sep 9 - Bluegrass Jam at Four Hour Day Lutherie - Beginner-friendly bluegrass jam led by Nick Cameron. This is a circle jam, so everyone who wants to gets a chance to pick a tune and/or take solos. Nervous about going to a bluegrass jam? This is a great place to start! Every 2nd Wednesday. More info HERE

Thu, Sep 10 - Charm City Junction at Sumpter Park in Bolton Hill - Free summer concert from Baltimore's powerhouse acoustic roots quartet. Bring a picnic and a blanket! 6:30pm. More info HERE

Sat, Sep 12 - Baltimore Square Dance at Mobtown Ballroom - Dust off your dancing shoes and join us at Mobtown Ballroom in Station North for a hilariously fun evening of square dancing, live music and plentiful silliness. No experience or partner is needed. 6pm doors, 7-10pm dance. More info HERE

Tue, Sep 15 - Baltimore Bluegrass Jam at the Bluebird Pub - Join us in our new jam location just below the Green Room in The Pub. Open Bluegrass jam for all skill levels hosted by Alex Lacquement & Friends. All are welcome to play or listen! Come have a drink and dinner. 7-10pm. 3600 Hickory Ave. More info HERE

Fri, Sep 18 - Jake Blount at the Creative Alliance - Jake Blount brings his powerful blend of folk music and old-time string band traditions to Baltimore. A veteran of the Baltimore Old Time Music Festival, Blount has performed at Carnegie Hall, Newport Folk Festival, and NPR’s Tiny Desk. His new string band record arrives in September 2026. 7:30pm. More info HERE

Tue, Sep 22 - Baltimore Old Time Jam at the Bluebird Pub - Join us in our new jam location just below the Green Room in The Pub. Open Old Time jam for all skill levels hosted by William Brauneis. All are welcome to play or listen! Come have a drink and dinner. Early Country Sing 6pm. 7-8pm slow jam. 8-10pm fast jam. 3600 Hickory Ave (downstairs). More info HERE

Thu, Sep 24 – Baltimore Honky Tonk at Waverly Brewing – A night of live honky-tonk, country and roots music with two-stepping featuring live music. Dance lesson included. 7-10pm. More info HERE

Mon, Sep 28 - House Concert at Brad's feat. Adam Hendey Band - You're invited to Brad's house for a concert featuring this dazzling Celtic band featuring original songs, re-imagined old tunes and stellar harmonies. Bring food and drink to share. RSVP required. 6:30pm doors. 7-9pm concert. More info HERE

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