Baltimore families and food lovers have a new weekend plan. The Ekiben Night Market will reopen Saturday, Aug. 29, and Sunday, Aug. 30, at 1500 Thames Street in the Fells Point neighborhood. Organizers describe the market as a celebration of great ideas and community energy, inviting locals to enjoy a diverse culinary lineup.
Vendors and Offerings
More than 35 food businesses will line the streets, ranging from beloved favorites to fresh newcomers. Attendees can expect spicy chicken sandwiches from Ekiben, crispy tempura broccoli, and a wide array of treats such as BBQ, bubble tea, baked goods, Asian street fare, and artisanal coffee. Notable participants include Silver and Sons BBQ, Gong Cha, Plant Baked by Sarah, EJJI, Boxcar Burgers, The Charmery, Waiting to Oxtail, Rooted Rotisserie, The Urban Oyster, Tabachoy, Homade Sweets, Attman’s Deli Harbor Point, Fuzzies Burgers, Wenwen, Kong Pocha, Cafe Dear Leon, Barkada Breads, Saigon Social, Xing Fu Tang, Clavel, Chiko, Beye Beignets, Kanom Cafe, Heady Juice Co, Mexican on the Run, CM.Pops, Panzinos, Tortuga Kombucha & Deli, Soul Smoked BBQ, Aru Aru, Sweets by Caroline, Lumpiang Ina Mo, Pho Bac, Èdo Cheesecake, Key Neapolitan by Verde, Rose Ave Bakery, and Black Acres Roastery.
Ticket Options
Tickets are required for entry and are selling quickly. General admission is $25, with a $15 late‑entry option for Saturday only. Children 12 and under receive free admission. For those seeking a premium experience, VIP tickets cost $125 and grant early entry at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday or 11 a.m. on Sunday, along with exclusive market merchandise and two complimentary drinks at designated bars.
Hours and Family Focus
The market runs from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday and from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, providing ample time for families to explore, sample, and enjoy the waterfront atmosphere. Organizers emphasize that the event is as much about community connection as it is about food, encouraging neighbors to gather, support local entrepreneurs, and create lasting memories together.
Why It Matters
Events like the Ekiben Night Market reinforce Baltimore’s tradition of vibrant, family‑oriented neighborhoods where local businesses thrive. By offering a platform for more than three dozen vendors, the market supports small‑business growth, creates seasonal jobs, and strengthens the city’s cultural fabric. Parents looking for safe, wholesome weekend activities will find a welcoming environment that aligns with family values and community spirit.
Tickets can be purchased online or at the venue on a first‑come, first‑served basis. Organizers advise prospective attendees to secure their passes early, as demand has been strong in previous years.
Original reporting: Baltimore Fishbowl — read the source article.
