WHEN: Friday, July 31, 2026. Sponsor Reception starts at 6:30 pm, general admission opens at 7 pm.

WHERE: With special permission from the War Memorial Commission, this year’s Birthday Bash will be held at the Baltimore War Memorial at 101 N Gay Street.

WHY: The 12th annual Baltimore’s Birthday Bash will bring together over 1,000 residents, elected officials, sponsors, and city lovers to celebrate Baltimore’s 297th birthday!

WHAT: Join the hottest party of the summer! The price of admission includes:

• Dance party featuring Baltimore’s own DJ Tanz
• Open bar featuring local cocktails, beers, and a selection of wine
• Lite bites
• Birthday desserts from local vendors
• Birthday surprises you won’t want to miss!

PARKING: Attendees can park at the Lexington Street Garage near the venue at no charge. The garage address is 510 E Lexington Street.

The price of admission includes:

• Dance party featuring Baltimore’s own DJ Tanz
• Open bar featuring local cocktails, beers, and a selection of wine
• Lite bites
• Birthday desserts from local vendors
• Birthday surprises you won’t want to miss!

Ticket Pricing and Schedule:

• April 15 – June 30: Individual sponsor tickets, age 21+
• May 15 – 31: Early Bird Ticket, $55 per adult, age 21+
• June 1 – July 24: General Admission Ticket, $75 per adult, age 21+
• July 25 – July 31: General Admission Ticket, $85 per adult, age 21+

Good Neighbor Ticket:

Community is central to our mission. That’s why we have a Good Neighbor ticket option that helps residents across the City celebrate Baltimore’s birthday! Good Neighbor Ticket buyers sponsor the complimentary admission of a Baltimorean active in their community. Live Baltimore will work with neighborhood associations to identify deserving recipients.

Your Good Neighbor ticket purchase includes everything with general admission AND gives you access to the exclusive Sponsor Pre-Party (from 6:30 – 7:30 PM).

Donation:

Please consider donating to assist in our critical work to grow Baltimore. *Note – donations do not include tickets to the event.

All proceeds from Baltimore’s Birthday Bash help fund our efforts to attract and retain Baltimore City residents.

A birthday party needs birthday treats! And with so many sweet treat providers participating in Baltimore’s Birthday Bash, the big question is: Who baked it best?

Last year’s champion was tied between Codetta Bakeshop and Sweet Smith’s Bakery. Will they reign supreme again in 2026? Or will another local pastry chef, baker, creamery, or candymaker take the title of “Sweetest Treat of the Year?”

You will be the judge! Partygoers will vote at the party using a QR code.

See all of last year’s sweet treat vendors here.

Check back here for the latest list of vendors for the 2026 Birthday Bash.

Are you a Baltimore-based sweet treat provider who would like to showcase your delectable desserts to a large audience of party-goers? This is your chance to gain significant exposure. Email our Program & Events Manager for details and availability.

What makes a birthday party great? Cake! Singing! Dancing! And of course—presents!

Live Baltimore partners with incredibly generous gift donors for our thrilling present raffle. Get ready to be part of the excitement by purchasing raffle tickets during the party to enter our random prize raffle drawing. Raffle tickets are $20 each, and you can increase your chances of winning by buying multiple tickets. Please remember to arrive before 8:30 pm to secure your tickets.

Here were some of last year’s raffle prizes:

• A one night stay at Baltimore’s Four Season Hotel
• Tickets to the Raven’s home season opener
• Tickets to see the O’s in the Mayor’s field seats
• Tickets to see Benson Boone at the CFG Bank Arena

See all of the 2025 raffle prizes.

Are you a Baltimore-based business that would like to showcase your brand, service, or product to a large party-goer audience? This is your chance to gain significant exposure. Email our Program Manager to get started.

A celebration of Baltimore would be incomplete without a showcase of residents’ talents. The singing of “Happy Birthday” is made memorable each year by a celebrity MC, the Mayor of Baltimore, and performers from across the City. The Oriole Bird, Poe, and Mr. Boh himself have become regular favorites who join guests and performers in the event’s photo booth.

Shout out to the Dancers of Baltimore’s Ballroom Scene brought the energy for a truly one-of-a-kind Baltimore performance View more party pictures and highlights from last year’s event.

Live Baltimore may use photos and videos of Baltimore’s Birthday Bash for promotional purposes. By attending the event, you may be photographed or recorded, and your likeness and image may be featured in these materials. If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please inform a Live Baltimore staff member upon arrival.