Welcome to Pigtown
Pigtown, one of the most culturally and economically diverse communities in Baltimore, with an eclectic mix of shops, parks, and restaurants, is a fantastic place to visit and an even better place to live! Those seeking friendly people and a unique community with a lot of heart can find us in the southwest corner of downtown, just steps from Camden Yards, M&T Bank Stadium, the B&O Railroad Museum.
One might wonder...”What’s up with the name?” Pigtown traces its roots back to the 1840’s when it was settled by railroad workers building The B & O Railroad, America’s first railroad system. Cargo railcars would swing open their doors at the nearby platform to unload pigs. Thus, our community, famously known for its spectacle of pigs weaving through the neighborhood, was dubbed PIGTOWN.
2025 Pigtown Festival
Saturday, September 27 | 12 to 7 pm
Join the party in Pigtown! Food, music, and the famous pig races, don’t miss Baltimore’s biggest neighborhood celebration!