Thursday
Disney’s “The Little Mermaid”
Travel under the sea with Ariel and her friends in this live-action adaptation presented by Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre. Aug. 2-5, CCBC Essex, show times vary, $22/adult, $14/child, ccbcmd.edu
Friday
Family Fridays Under the Dome
Enjoy a family-friendly planetarium presentation followed by a full-dome movie. Ages 5 and up. Robinson Nature Center, 3:45-4:45 p.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m., $6, howardcountymd.gov/Robinson
Half-Price Friday Nights
All the fun for half the price. Spend any or every Friday night with 20,000-plus amazing aquatic animals at the National Aquarium. Sponsored by M&T Bank. National Aquarium, 5-8 p.m., aqua.org
First Friday in Havre de Grace
The downtown streets are closed to cars so that visitors can roam freely and enjoy live entertainment, outdoor dining, merchant specials and more. Downtown Havre de Grace, 5-9:30 p.m., free, explorehavredegrace.com
Saturday
Year of the Market: Baltimore’s Ice Cream Industry, Then and Now
Charm City loves ice cream and has for years. Learn the history of local commercial ice cream production from the 19th century to the present and sample offerings from local artisans. Baltimore Museum of Industry, 11-12:30 p.m., free, thebmi.org
Wildflowers Wonders Canoe Trip
Enjoy an afternoon paddling down Otter Point Creek exploring the natural beauty of the summer marsh. Registration required. Ages 8 and up. Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, 1-3:30 p.m., $12/person, otterpointcreek.org
Puppy Days of Summer Block Party
It’s a party to celebrate the tiniest four-legged friends. Friendly pups on leashes are welcome to enjoy pools, treats and a doggy obstacle course. Fun for human companions as well. Creative Alliance, 4:30-8 p.m., free, creativealliance.org
Sunday
Outrun Cancer 5K Run and 1 Mile Family Fun Loop
Grab your sneakers and get moving for a great cause. Raise awareness and funds to help the American Cancer Society fight the disease that affects so many. Goucher College,Dorsey Center, 9 a.m., $40, charmcityrun.com
Baltimore Restaurant Week
The last day is today! Check out the event website for great deals at your favorite eatery – or try a new place for your Sunday Fun Day. baltimorerestaurantweek.com
