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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, Jul 28 - 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 Ken Kolodner. 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, Jul 30 - Tray Wellington in Concert at Manor Mill - Bluegrass banjo phenom and his stellar band perform a concert in the Loft at Manor Mill in Monkton, Baltimore County. Tray performed at the Old Time Fest last year with New Dangerfield! 8pm. More info HERE
Tue, Aug 4 - 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
Sat, Aug 8 – Baltimore Family Barn Dance – Family-friendly dancing for all ages featuring squares, circles, contras, waltzes, and more with Janine Smith calling and live music by Sarah Collins and Jonathan Vocke. Instruction included; children must attend with an adult. 3–4:30pm. Lovely Lane United Methodist Church, 2200 St. Paul St., Baltimore. More info HERE
Sat, Aug 8 – Noble Dust House Concert at Will's – A renowned Folk trio from Boston featuring original music and dazzling harmonies. Hosted by Will Brauneis in Mt Washington. 7pm. More info HERE
Tue, Aug 11 - 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 Ken Kolodner. 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
Mon, Aug 17 - House Concert at Brad's feat. the Little Mercies - You're invited to Brad's house for a concert featuring this dazzling Old Time/Roots trio 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
Tue, Aug 18 - 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
Thu, Aug 20 – Baltimore Honky Tonk at Waverly Brewing – A night of live honky-tonk, country and roots music with two-stepping. Dance lesson included. 7-10pm. More info HERE
Sun, Aug 23 - Ken & Brad's Annual Backyard Concert feat. Richie and Rosie - An intimate summer backyard concert with the Ken & Brad Kolodner Quartet and Richie & Rosie in Ken's backyard. Bring food, drink and a blanket for a dreamy summer night of the finest roots music. 7pm. More info HERE
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
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
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