Event Dates
From: Saturday, May 3, 2025
To: Saturday, May 3, 2025
Baltimore
Kinetic Sculpture Race 2025
Every year, on the first Saturday in May, thousands of Baltimore residents and visitors gather to cheer on the Kinetic Sculpture Race.
Baltimore Kinetic Sculpture Race 2025
Every year, on the first Saturday in May, thousands of Baltimore residents and visitors gather to cheer on the Kinetic Sculpture Race, a parade of human-powered sculptures
- Visiting Baltimore? Stay close to the gay district of Mount Vernon at the Hotel Revival, rated “Superb” by guests featuring spacious rooms and the perfect location for exploring the city.
The Race
- Next Edition: Saturday May 3rd 2025.
- The Kinetic Sculpture Race, launched in 1998, is a Baltimore tradition presented by the American Visionary Art Museum. Teams of competitors, a.k.a. Kinetinauts, race along a 15-mile loop in the ultimate feat of problem solving, thinking green and teamwork as they bravely traverse through Baltimore streets, Inner Harbor waters and muddy parks.
- Check out the top 10 places to stay close to the Museum. (a 10 minute drive from the gay district).
- In years past, the Kinetic Sculptures have included giraffes, sharks and a gingerbread house, among many other creative structures.
- Spectators can always look forward to Fifi, the massive, fluffy, pink poodle-esque mascot of AVAM, holding court along the race course. During the off season, Fifi rests on view at the Jim Rouse Visionary Center, a warehouse just outside the main museum building.
Watching the Race – Best Views
- For the best views of the race, plan your schedule accordingly. Set your alarm to see the colorful floats lined up at the starting line at the American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM). The opening ceremony starts at 9:30 a.m., and Federal Hill is the best place to view the start of the race.
- Stay just a short walk from the museum at the Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Baltimore complete with a spacious pool, great views and modern rooms.
- The racers will spend the morning making their way through Federal Hill and by the afternoon they’ll be in Canton. Most of the floats dip into the water at Canton Waterfront Park around lunch time.
- Grab a scooter or bike over to Patterson Park to watch the Kinetinauts trek through sand and mud. The race will return through the heart of the city, winding up back at AVAM in time for the awards ceremony at 6 p.m.
- Participants are eligible for a slew of nontraditional awards. At the Kinetic Sculpture Race, winning doesn’t mean coming in first.
Hotels in Baltimore
Mount Vernon, known as Baltimore’s gay village, is the central hub of the city’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities.
The following Baltimore hotels are close to the gay bars and clubs:
The Ivy Hotel, Sagamore Pendry, Marriott Waterfront, Hotel Indigo
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205 E Biddle St, Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Built in 1889, this 5-star boutique hotel features a luxury spa and fine dining restaurant. Located in the Mount Vernon neighborhood of Baltimore,
Each suite or guestroom in this posh mansion includes a four-poster bed, plush bedding, a gas fireplace and heated limestone floors in the bathrooms. Some suites have a view of Mount Vernon and a balcony.
1715 Thames Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21231
Offering a seasonal outdoor pool, set at the waters edge, an open-air courtyard and private pool deck offers a seasonal bar and grill with outdoor dining and lounging,
Rooms include a flat-screen TV. Certain units feature a seating area. Some rooms have views of the pool or garden. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries
24 West Franklin Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201
This hotel is located in Baltimore and is within a 5-minute walk of Mt Vernon Place Historic District. This hotel offers free Wi-Fi and a coffee maker in every room.
Rooms at Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown include ironing facilities and a safety deposit box. The rooms also have cable TV. Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown was built in 1907
700 Aliceanna Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202
This Baltimore hotel is located directly next to the Baltimore Harbor, in the Harbor East neighborhood. Free WiFi is available in public areas. The hotel offers concierge services
Guest rooms at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront include cable TV with movie channels & pay-per-view movies. A work desk is also included. There is a fitness centre with cardio equipment
713 Saint Paul Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202
The air-conditioned apartment is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and microwave, and 1 bathroom. The property can provide towels and bed linen for an extra charge
West Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21223
All units here are air-conditioned and feature a flat-screen TV, a living room with a sofa, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave, fridge and dining area, and a private bathroom with bath, a hairdryer and free toiletries.
1 East Lexington Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202
The air-conditioned units are furnished with parquet floors and feature a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, desk, a living room, an equipped kitchen, patio and views over the city. There is a seating and a dining area in all units.
Aliceanna Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21231
Fitted with a terrace, the units feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. free WiFi, air conditioning, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre.
2022 North Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21218
The Baltimore Eagle is an iconic leather bar with a whole lot of history
Known for being a men’s leather bar, but recently transformed into something so much more. Welcome people of all types to enjoy a fabulous night of fun whether you’re enjoying some drinks and food downstairs in the bar or venturing upstairs to check out the bevy of leather and fetish gear
On the second floor you’ll also find The Nest, a bohemian-inspired dance floor and the only Elyx Vodka room on the East Coast.
205 W Read St, Baltimore, Maryland 21201
One of the oldest gay bars in Baltimore, established 48 years ago.
Welcomes everyone and no one is excluded freindly anf fun place
Busy every day and night. Great specials! and karaoke
870 Park Ave, Baltimore, MD 21201, United States
Fun gay bar offering Karaoke
227 West Chase Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201
Cheap drinks · Fun atmosphere · Friendly bartenders · Local Gay hangout.
Very cool little gay bar incredibly welcoming Theres always something going on in this place like karaoke and drag show.
Walt's Inn, 3201 Odonnell St, Baltimore, Maryland 21224
If singing is you thing then this mixed crowd Karaoke Bar is the place for you
Walt's Inn is a Neighborhood Bar voted Batimore's Best Karaoke Bar By the Baltimore Guide
Karaoke - 7 Day a Week (6pm-1am) Hi-Tech Lighting !! Great Drink prices & Specials!
1722 North Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201
Baltimore's Best Afterhours club. Open after the other clubs close
There is life after 2am!
Good sound and light system, music is house and top 40 chart, mixed crowd gay and straight and really good bartenders makes this club a good choice for a night of dancing
1724 North Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201
Club Charles has been around for over 70 years and is still going strong.
Awesome hipster bar with a dark/neon lighted vibe. Great bar tenders! they will make you any cocktail you ask for.
Mixed gay and str8
1633 South Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21230
Best little local hometown corner bar in Federal Hill.
Karaoke every Friday and Saturday, Drag Shows every now and then.
The is a mixed bar very friendly and can be a lot of fun
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The Ivy Hotel
5 Star – Central Location
- 5-Star Boutique, Luxury Spa, Fine Dining
- Close to the gay district
- Four-poster bed, plush bedding
- Historic 1889 mansion with luxury spa & central location in Mount Vernon.
Sagamore Pendry
5 Star, Luxury
- 5-Star, Waterside Pool, Outdoor Dining
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Flat-screen TV, garden views
- Offers seasonal outdoor pool & dining at water’s edge, luxurious courtyard experience.
Marriott Waterfront
4 Star – Great Amenities
- 4-Star, Harbor Adjacent, with free WiFi
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Cable TV, comfortable desk
- Located by Baltimore Harbor, offers great amenities & scenic harbor views.
Hotel Indigo
4 Star – Perfect Location
- 4-Star, Historic Building dating from 1907
- Close to the gay district
- Free Wi-Fi, cable TV
- Historic charm blended with modern comfort, within walking distance of Mount Vernon.
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