BFMS Annual Picnic

The rescheduled BFMS Annual Picnic brings Baltimore Folk Music Society members, friends, and neighbors together for an informal afternoon at Lake Roland Park. The gathering is designed for socializing, meeting the current BFMS board, sharing ideas, and participating in casual song swaps and jams. Friends and family are welcome, and costumes are encouraged.

Bring your own picnic, with finger foods suggested for sharing as an appetizer or dessert. The event also typically includes a popular folk-clothing, dance-shoe, and CD swap. Anyone taking an item without contributing something is encouraged to make a donation to the swap hat. All ages are welcome.

When: Saturday, October 31st 2026

Showtimes: 12:00–4:00 p.m.

Venue: Lake Roland Park, 1000 Lakeside Drive, Baltimore, MD 21210

Tickets: Price not available

Activities: Informal jams, song swaps, socializing, meeting the BFMS board, and a folk clothing, dance shoe, and CD swap

Ages: All ages are welcome

Food: Attendees should bring their own picnic. Finger foods to share are encouraged. Mount Washington Whole Foods and nearby restaurants, including Pepe’s, offer additional food options.

Parking: Parking at the park is limited, so carpooling is recommended. Visitors may also park at the Falls Road light rail station and walk to the park via the connecting boardwalk.

Weather: Because the picnic has been rescheduled, attendees should check the BFMS website on Saturday morning if the weather is questionable. The cancellation decision will be posted by 10:00 a.m.

Directions: Directions are available at https://www.lakeroland.org/directions.

Contact: For questions, email specialevents@bfms.org or call 410-979-8150.

Website: Additional park information is available at https://www.lakeroland.org.