• Take in a major league baseball game in Baltimore.baseball image by Tomasz Plawski from Fotolia.com
  
  Baltimore, Maryland is a major port-city located near Washington, D.C. Known for its seafood, sports teams and rich cultural history, visitors should be able to find something enjoyable in an area that interests them. Attractions such as Fort McHenry, National Aquarium, Inner Harbor and Maryland Science Center are all found in the city. If you are visiting Baltimore in September, there are numerous things to do. From outdoor festivals to sporting events, you're likely not to be bored.
  
  

Baltimore Book Festival

• The Baltimore Book Festival dates back to 1995 and takes place every year in September in the historic Mount Vernon Square. Lasting for three days, festival goers have the chance to interact with hundreds of authors at book signings and appearances. Admission for all events is free. Live readings take place on eight stages throughout the day and guests can attend cooking demonstrations by celebrity chefs; poetry workshops, walking tours and listen to storytellers. Live music and street theater are also features. This kid-friendly event features special activities and projects for young ones. Food, beer and wine is available from festival vendors.
  
  Baltimore Book Festival
  
  7 East Redwood St., Suite 500
  
  Baltimore, MD 21202
  
  410-752-8632
  
  baltimorebookfestival.com
  
  

Baltimore Summer Antiques Show

• The annual Baltimore Summer Antiques Show has been taking place since 1980. Over 550 international dealers from the United States and beyond attend to sell their wares. This show is the largest in Maryland and the largest summer antiques event in the country. It runs during the beginning of September each year. Over 200,000 items are up for sale including furniture, lighting fixtures, artwork, kitchenware, quilts, rugs and jewelry. Admission is charged for entry. The show takes place at the Baltimore Convention Center.
  
  Baltimore Summer Antiques Show
  
  Palm Beach Show Group
  
  500 North Dixie Highway
  
  Lake Worth, FL 33460
  
  561-822-5440
  
  baltimoresummerantiques.com
  
  

Baseball Game

• Baseball season is in full-swing during the month of September as teams gear up for the playoffs in October. The city is home to the major league team of the Baltimore Orioles. Many home games are hosted throughout the month, so head out to the ball park for a night of this American tradition. If you have children, take advantage of kids night, at every Thursday home game. Kids 10 and under get a free ticket when accompanied by an adult. Games are played at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in downtown Baltimore.
  
  Baltimore Orioles
  
  Oriole Park at Camden Yards
  
  333 West Camden St.
  
  Baltimore, MD 21201
  
  410-685-9800
  
  baltimore.orioles.mlb.com