Artscape 2025
Artscape is the nation’s largest free outdoor arts festival. Featuring interactive visual arts exhibits, musical performances, poetry workshops and street dance, Artscape serves as a powerful platform for artistic expression, fostering community engagement and cultural innovation.
Performers & Activations
Artscape Headliners
Saturday, May 24
- Hip-hop duo Little Brother,
- R&B singer-songwriter Tweet
- Grammy award-winning American Idol winner Fantasia
Sunday, May 25
- Country music singer-songwriter Tanner Adell
- Multi-award-winning performer Robin Thicke
Activations
- SCOUT Art Fair: An exhibit curated by Derrick Adams with over 50 emerging and established artists
- Sondheim Semifinalists Exhibition: Work by this year’s 21 semifinalists for the prestigious Janet & Walter Sondheim Art Prize
- Kidscape: A family-friendly activation designed to engage young audiences through hands-on art experiences, performances and interactive storytelling
- The Flavor Lab: This activation will feature top chefs, food innovators, and immersive dining experiences
- Beyond the Reel: A new program track spotlighting the intersection of cinema, television and digital storytelling featuring screenings, panel discussions and filmmaker showcases
- Artscape After Dark: Afterhours programming with electrifying performances, DJ sets and avant-garde installations for a late-night festival experience unlike any other
Artscape Blueprint
This year, Artscape is moving to downtown Baltimore as part of Mayor Scott’s Downtown RISE initiative. The main programming will take place at the following locations:
- Main Stage – Between Fayette and Lexington Streets
- Scout Art Fair – War Memorial Building
- Soul of the City & Kid Scape – Along Guilford Avenue
- Artisan Market – off Saratoga Street
Where to eat during Artscape
Culinary enthusiasts will rejoice the bounties of the Chesapeake region with a variety of local food and beverage vendors offering a diverse range of culinary delights from festival favorites to innovative treats. Festivalgoers will get to experience the region’s best flavors — with at least 95% of Artscape food vendors hailing from the state of Maryland.
If you want to take a break from the festivities, there are several sit-down options Downtown and in the Inner Harbor:
Artscape FAQs
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Is Artscape free?
Yes! Artscape is the largest free arts festival in the country. -
Is Artscape kid-friendly?
This year's Artscape will feature lots of youth-focused and family-friendly activations. Stay tuned for more information! -
Where should I park for Artscape?
- The 520 N. Charles St. Lot
- The 225 N. Calvert St. Garage
- The 209 E. Monument St. Garage
- The 600 Cathedral St. Lot
- The 1714 N Charles St. Garage
- SP Parking at 1511 North Charles St.
- And the slightly farther away garage at Remington Row, 2700 Remington Ave.
Artscape brings thousands of festival-goers to downtown Baltimore, so you can likely expect heavy traffic and road closures. For that reason, it is recommended that you take public transportation or rideshares to the festival. If you have to drive, there are a few lots you can try near Mount Vernon and Station North Arts & Entertainment District. Mount Vernon garages include: -
How can I take public transportation to Artscape?
Public transportation is a safe and budget-friendly way to travel to Artscape. The closest MDOT MTA Local Bus routes to Artscape are CityLink Gold, Green, Lime, Silver and Yellow, as well as LocalLink 51, 53, 54 and 94. The State Center/Cultural Center Metro SubwayLink Station is steps away from the festival and is open until midnight. The Light RailLink stop at Mt. Royal/MICA is centrally near the heart of Artscape. Fares are $1.90 for one-way and $4.40 for a day pass and can be paid by CharmPass mobile fare app or cash when boarding the bus. -
Do you have any discounts or special deals for me?
Yes! You can save money at Baltimore’s top attractions, award-winning restaurants and luxurious hotels using our special discounts and exclusive passes, available here.
