12/6-8: NIGHT OF 100 ELVISES 
Music. It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Baltimore. No, not the holidays—although, sure, they’re fun, too. We’re talking about the first weekend in December, when it’s once again time for dozens of music lovers to don their very best jumpsuits, blue suede shoes, and slickest of hairdos to honor the one and only Elvis Presley. Over 28 years (minus two blue Christmases during the coronavirus pandemic), the Night of 100 Elvises has become a must-attend event full of nonstop entertainment befitting The King. Attendees can meet impersonators, sing and dance to performances by multiple cover bands across three stages, dine on fried peanut butter and banana sandwiches, and even get discounted room rates at the event’s historic downtown venue, the Lord Baltimore Hotel. On Dec. 7, last-call lands at 2 a.m., but don’t miss a kick-off party on Friday, as well as an Elvis-themed brunch on Sunday to boot. Lord Baltimore Hotel, 20 W. Baltimore St. 4 p.m.-2 a.m. $75-1,200. 

12/1-5: AND THEN THERE WERE NONE
Theater. Agatha Christie’s chilling crime classic comes to life on stage in this new production. Everyman Theatre, 315 W. Fayette St. Times vary. $5-86. 

12/1-22: THE POLAR EXPRESS TRAIN RIDE
Family. Come dressed in your pajamas to hear music, meet Santa, and enjoy a festive ride at the B&O. B&O Railroad Museum, 901 W. Pratt St. Times vary. $70-460.

12/3: ECHOES FROM THE KEY BRIDGE
Lectures & Classes. This community discussion aims to preserve accounts of those impacted by the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy. 6:30 p.m. 

12/3: THE STOOP HOLIDAY HOOTENANNY
Theater. Join storytellers from The Stoop for an evening of holiday tales and music. Senator Theatre, 5904 York Rd. 7 p.m. $15-25. 

12/3: CHRISTMAS WITH CHORAL ARTS
Music. Hear traditional carols and contemporary holiday tunes with the Morgan State University Chorus and Overlea High School Singers. Baltimore Basilica, 409 Cathedral St. 7:30 p.m. Free-$76. 

12/5: MONUMENT LIGHTING
Family. Watch Mt. Vernon’s Washington Monument illuminate with holiday lights, fireworks, and fun. Washington Monument, 699 Washington Pl. 5:30 p.m. 

12/6: HIGHLANDTOWN HOLIDAY MARKET
Festivals. Peruse vendors and art displays with cocktails, crafts, and more during this nighttime market. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. 4-9 p.m.

12/6: THE DIRTY GRASS PLAYERS
Music. This up-and-coming Maryland bluegrass band performs in Towson. The Recher, 512 York Rd., Towson. 7 p.m. $21.46-27.95. 

12/6: LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT
Music. Watch this now-classic holiday film with a live score performed by the BSO. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. 7:30 p.m. $22-86. 

12/6-8: DEATHTRAP
Theater. In this fictional work, a Broadway writer steals from his student’s script during a bad case of writer’s block. Spotlighters Theatre, 817 St. Paul St. Times vary. $24.

12/6-1/24: IN THE MAKING: A COMMUNITY ARCHIVING PROJECT
Exhibitions. The Baltimore Jewelry Center presents a collection of works created by BJC artists. Baltimore Jewelry Center, 10 E. North Ave. Times vary. 

12/7: PATTERSON PARK 5K
Festivals. This annual run is followed by food, music, and a homebrew contest. Patterson Park, 2601-A E. Baltimore St. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $10-45.

TO 12/7: WOMEN’S RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS
Exhibitions. Peruse posters about gender-based inequality, violence, and discrimination. Towson University Center for the Arts Gallery, 7700 Osler Dr., Towson. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. 

12/7: MAGAZINE WRITING WITH D. WATKINS
Lectures & Classes. Join this bestselling author, HBO writer, and University of Baltimore professor in a writing workshop for all ages. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 3 p.m. 

TO 12/7: THE TEXTURES OF US
Exhibitions. Explore the works of acclaimed local photographer Devin Allen, with a special youth tour on closing night. Galerie Myrtis, 2224 N. Charles St. Thurs.-Sat. 2-6 p.m.

12/7-8: ART MARKET X HOLIDAY EDITION
Exhibitions. See artwork and designed goods from hundreds of MICA students, alumni, and faculty. MICA Brown Center, 1301 W. Mount Royal Ave. 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

12/8: UNION SQUARE COOKIE TOUR
Lectures & Classes. Union Square residents invite the community to tour their historic homes with homemade cookies. Union Square Park, between Hollins, Lombard, and Stricker streets. 12 and 2:30 p.m. $25.

12/8: MAYOR’S ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE
Festivals. For the 51st year, watch colorful floats, local personalities, and holiday characters march through Hampden and Medfield. Locations vary. 1-4 p.m. 

12/11-15: BALTIMORE, YOU HAVE NO IDEA
Theater. Dan Rodricks performs this one-man play inspired by his career at The Baltimore Sun. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Times vary. $25. 

12/13-22: BAH HUMBUG
Theater. Improvisers transform a Dickens classic with audience suggestions. Baltimore Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St. Fri. 8 p.m., Sun. 4 p.m. $15-20.

12/14: JINGLE BELL RUN
Sports. Raise funds and awareness for arthritis as you race through the streets dressed in festive holiday garb. Rash Field Park, 201 Key Hwy. 8-11 a.m. $30-50.

12/14: HOLIDAY HEAP
Markets. Shop handmade and local for all of your holiday needs from more than 40 vendors and artists. 2640 Space, 2640 St. Paul St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 

12/14: CURRENT SPACE ART MARKET
Exhibitions. Connect with local artists and buy their work during this 11th annual art market. Current Space, 421 N. Howard St. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 

12/14: STATION NORTH HOLIDAY MARKET
Markets. This indoor and outdoor holiday market features local artisans, delicious food and drink, pop-ups, and live performances. North Avenue Market, 30 W. North Ave. 12:30-5:30 p.m.

12/14: LA POSADA
Festivals. Join in a candlelit procession during this Latinx holiday tradition, followed by food and a fiesta. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. 5-9 p.m.

12/14: GLITTER BALL
Theater. Enjoy burlesque shows, local vendors, and an evening dance party during this festive fete. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. 6:30 p.m. $15-40. 

TO 12/15: THE JOURNEY TO EVERYTHING
Exhibitions. Explore works by Danny Simmons, founder of the Neo-African Abstract Expressionist movement. Reginald F. Lewis Museum, 830 E. Pratt St. Times vary. Free-$12.

TO 12/15: HEALING THE BODY, HEALING THE SOUL 
Exhibitions. Medieval European artifacts showcase past understandings of health, wellness, and therapeutic healing. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 1-8 p.m. 

12/18-19: BSFA NUTCRACKER
Dance. Baltimore School for the Arts students dance to Tchaikovsky’s classic holiday score. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. 10 & 11:30 a.m. $7.

12/19: WINTER SOLSTICE YOGA
Fitness. Kick off the start of solstice with a beginner yoga class practicing poses, breath work, and meditation. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. 6 p.m. $10.

12/19: A JOHN WATERS CHRISTMAS
Comedy. In this annual holiday tradition, catch an unconventional Christmas cheer and jeer with Baltimore’s beloved filmmaker. Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Pl. 8 p.m. Sold out. 

12/19: INTERFAITH HOLIDAY COMEDY
Comedy. Join in on poking fun at various religious holidays with comedians like Nikkie Knowles and Carmiya Weinraub. Gordon Center for Performing Arts, 3506 Gwynnbrook Ave., Owings Mills. 7:30 p.m. $20. 

TO 12/22: BLACK NATIVITY
Theater. ArtsCentric teams up with Center Stage to present this iconic Christmas retelling by celebrated playwright Langston Hughes. Baltimore Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert. Times and prices vary. 

TO 12/23: A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Theater. Director Laura Rocklyn transforms this Charles Dickens holiday classic with a set-ting in 19th-century Baltimore. Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, 7 S. Calvert St. Times vary. $28-79. 

TO 12/23: WINTERFEST
Exhibitions. Established and emerging ceramics artists display their handmade gifts for purchase. Baltimore Clayworks, 5707 Smith Ave. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun.-Mon.. 12-5 p.m. 

TO 12/24: GERMAN CHRISTMAS VILLAGE
Festivals. This traditional Christmas village lights up the harbor with over 60 food and gift vendors, a carousel, beer garden, and more. West Shore Park, 501 Light St. Sun.- Thu. 12-8 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 12-9 p.m. 

TO 12/28: MATERIALS & MEMORIES
Exhibitions. As part of the citywide No Stone Left Unturned. The Elizabeth Talford Scott Initiative, this exhibition centers works by the late Baltimore artist alongside others by the African American Quilters of Baltimore. Maryland Center for History & Culture, 610 Park Ave. Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free-$12. 

TO 12/31: MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET
Family. Every year, 34th Street in Hampden transforms into an over-the-top holiday display fit for family photo ops. 700 block of W. 34th St. Fri.-Sat. 5-11 p.m., Sun. 5-10 p.m. 

12/31: NEW YEARS EVE FIREWORKS
Festivals. Ring in the New Year with a dazzling display of fireworks that light up the night sky. Enjoy live music and the open ice rink as well. Inner Harbor. Midnight. 

TO 1/5/25: THE ART OF PATTERN
Exhibitions. Renowned artist Henri Matisse’s prints and paintings are paired with works by 19th-century Japanese woodcut artists to demonstrate the universal embrace of color and pattern through time. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. 

TO 1/11/25: THANK YOU FOR BEING HERE!
Exhibitions. This Baltimore-born, New York-based, multi-disciplinary artist Devin N. Morris presents a moving range of collage, painting, and installation that explores big themes of love, death, family legacy, and his local upbringing. CPM Gallery, 1512 Bolton St. By appointment. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. cpmprogram.com.

To 2/16/2025: PREOCCUPIED: INDIGENIZING THE MUSEUM 
Exhibitions. This new BMA initiative centers an array of Indigenous artists, with solo exhibitions of various mediums opening and on display throughout 2024. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

TO 6/8/2025: LEAVE NO TRACE: JOHN WORK GARRETT IN THE AMERICAN OUTDOORS
Exhibitions. Despite a privilege East Coast and European youth, one-time Evergreen resident John Work Garrett was deeply inspired by the great outdoors of the American West. This new exhibition uses archival photography, diary entries, and artifacts to explore its impact on the diplomat. Evergreen Museum & Library, 4545 N. Charles St. Tues.-Sun. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free-$5.

TO 9/1/2025: iWITNESS: MEDIA AND THE MOVEMENT
Exhibitions. In honor the 60th anniversary of the monumental Civil Rights Act of 1964, consider how media impacted the modern American Civil Rights Movement in this new exhibit. Reginald F. Lewis Museum, 830 E. Pratt St. Mon., Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m. Free-$12.

TO 12/31/2025: COLLECTIVE ACTION 
Exhibitions. Explore the effort to improve organized labor throughout the 21st century through the stories and experiences of working Baltimoreans. Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy. Wed- Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 

10/13-8/31/2025: GOOD SPORTS: THE WISDOM AND FUN OF FAIR PLAY
Exhbitions. What is one thing that connects us? The brand-new “mega” exhibition at the American Visionary Art Museum aims to explore perhaps the most fun four-letter answer of all: play. It’s a fitting theme for this whimsical wonderland of a cultural institution, which seeks to stir the senses and imbues every corner of its Federal Hill venue with some form of joy. In Good Sports, opening on October 13, visitors can explore the myriad versions of play, from simple recreational activities to professional sports, while also taking time to honor wellness of the body, mind, and spirit.

Featuring both local and global visionary artists, this collection will include a medley of works across various mediums, such as paint- ing, sculpture, photography, film, and more. Above, North Carolina native Brooks Yeomans presents a colorful depiction of a wrestling match in the old Charlotte Coliseum. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free-$15.95. 

10/3-6: NEW/NEXT FILM FESTIVAL
Film. Attend this celebration of emerging film culture being held for the second time. This year, it expands to four days and features two free community screenings. The Charles Theatre, 1711 N. Charles St. Times & prices vary. 

10/3-31: LADEW’S FALL LECTURE SERIES
Lectures & Classes. On Thursdays throughout the month, hear guest speakers discuss all things plants and art, including Artist-In-Residence Annie Howe and Sculptor-In-Residence Reed Bmore. Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pke., Monkton. Times vary. $15-200. 

TO 10/4: BJC GRADUATE EXHIBIT
Exhibitions. This inaugural group show features 16 emerging jewelers and metalsmiths who have recently completed a formal education in their craft. Baltimore Jewelry Center, 10 E. North Ave. Times vary. 

10/4: MARITIME MAGIC
Fundraisers & Galas. At this benefit for the Living Classrooms Foundation, guests can enjoy food and drink from top local restaurants and listen to live music with a stunning view of the harbor. Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park, 1417 Thames St. 6 p.m. $125.  

10/4. BILLIE EILISH
Music. This Grammy-winning arts performs past hits and new singles from her latest album, “Hit Me Hard and Soft.” CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 7 p.m. $400-2,000+. 

10/4-6: THE INTERNATIONAL EDGAR ALLAN POE FESTIVAL
Festivals. On the 175th anniversary of the famed poet’s death in Baltimore, celebrate The Raven author’s life and legacy over three days, featuring poetry readings, cemetery and house tours, archival exhibits, and even a masquerade ball. Locations, times, & prices vary. 

10/4-6: FELLS POINT FUN FESTIVAL
Festivals. Listen to live music, shop local vendors, and eat bites while strolling through Fells Point. Thames Street. Fri. 5-9 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

10/4-11/8: HEIRLOOM
Exhibitions. The Islam & Print artist cohort presents a new exhibition using various mediums to explore the belongings that we pass down. Gallery CA, 440 E. Oliver St. Mon.-Fri. 12-4 p.m. Free. 

TO 10/5: CONSTRUCTS CURATED BY CAITLIN GILL
Exhibitions. This gallery showcase invites you to contemplate the mysteries of existence with a diverse range of artworks that push the boundaries of the everyday. Night Owl Gallery, 1735 Maryland Ave. Thurs.-Fri. 4-8 p.m., Sat. 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 

10/5: CHILDREN’S BUSINESS FAIR
Family. This one-day marketplace highlights young entrepreneurs who have crafted their own businesses, with products for sale. Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

10/5. DAS BEST OKTOBERFEST
Festivals. Come dressed in your best lederhosen for an afternoon filled with beer tastings, German food, and live music. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Towson. 12-5 p.m. $39-75. 

10/5: A NIGHT FOR BALTIMORE
Fundraisers & Galas. Come dance the night away in support of Everyman Theatre with local musical guests Tracie Thoms and A-Man The DJ. Everyman Theatre, 315 W. Fayette St. 6 & 8 p.m. $150-200. 

10/5: SABRINA CARPENTER
Music. This global popstar performs her latest hits in downtown Baltimore. CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 7 p.m. $238-1,000+. 

10/5-6: BOPA OPEN STUDIO TOUR
Exhibitions. For one fall weekend, take a behind-the-scenes tour through more than 100 studios and showrooms run by a variety of Baltimore artists in this beloved citywide event. Locations & times vary. 

10/5-6: HONEY HARVEST FESTIVAL
Festival. Get a chance to see how honey goes from hive to bottle and learn from expert beekeepers. You can also expect crafts, animal encounters, pumpkin painting, cider making, and more. Oregon Ridge Nature Center, 13555 Beaver Dam Rd., Cockesyville. Times & prices vary. 

TO 10/6: LUTHER
Theater. Arena Players presents a musical event inspired by the life of Luther Vandross, written and directed by Randolph Smith. Arena Players, 801 McCulloh St. Times vary. Sat. 3 & 8 p.m. Sun. 4 p.m. $30-35. 

TO 10/6: CHARM CITY FRINGE FESTIVAL
Festivals. Explore the local performing arts scene at this beloved annual festival showcasing a variety of live performances at multiple venues. Bromo Arts & Entertainment District. Times, locations, & prices vary. 

10/6: KAYTRANADA
Music. See Haitian-Canadian musician perform top hits in Columbia. Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. 7 p.m. $39-172+. 

10/8. GOLD OVER AMERICA TOUR
Sports. Led by gold medalist Simone Biles, the country’s most talented gymnasts showcase their most brilliant twists, turns, and leaps in downtown Baltimore. CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 7:30 p.m. $47-362+.  

10/9: LABOR AND INNOVATION
Lectures & Classes. Local radio producer Aaron Henkin leads this collection of conversations on contemporary work experiences, featuring special guest Bishme Cromartie, the Baltimore-born winner of “Project Runway: All Stars.” Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy. 6-p.m. 

10/9-13: B&O UNLOCKED. B&O NO. 1083 PULLMAN DINER
Exhibitions. Take a tour through this historic 1940s railcar diner that bridges two different eras of railroad design. B&O Railroad Museum. 901 W. Pratt St. Times vary. Free-$20.

10/10: DINING OUT FOR LIFE
Fundraisers & Galas. Feed your appetite for advocacy and support the mission to end HIV with curated meals from 35+ participating restaurants. Moveable Feast, 901 N. Milton Ave. Times & prices vary. 

10/10-13: A WALL BETWEEN US
Theater. Immerse yourself in this production that combines video projection, visual storytelling, and illusions to tell three intertwined stories. Baltimore Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St. Times vary. $15-25.  

10/10-12/14: EMERGE BALTIMORE
Exhibitions. Browse the talent of three featured artists: Sheila Crider, VILLAGER, and Antoinette Meyers-Perry. Bromo Seltzer Arts Tower, 21 S. Eutaw St. Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.  

10/11-12: POKEMON PARTY
Kids. Young people can visit Pokéstops, see planetarium showings, and turn into trading cards at this Science Center sleepover. yourself into a trading card, and more before you go to sleep. Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St. 5:30 p.m. $65.  

10/11-12: HANSON
Music. Pop-rock trio Hanson puts on two nights of shows, with an acoustic set on Friday, followed by an electric version on Saturday. Rams Head Live, 20 Market Pl. 7 p.m. $70.52-118.36. 

10/11-11/1: BLACK AND WHITE AND RED ALL OVER
Exhibitions. See the works of artists behind Super Art Fight, a live traveling art show that features combative drawing paired with sports-style commentating. Night Owl Gallery, 1735 Maryland Ave. Thurs.-Fri. 4-8 p.m., Sat. 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.  

10/11-31: CEREMONY OF THE FACELESS
Theater. The Baltimore Rock Opera Society presents an immersive, macabre spectacle rooted in ritual and metal music just in time for Halloween. 1915 Maryland Ave. Thurs.-Sat. 7:30 & 9:30 p.m. $25-100.

TO 10/12: UNIDOS EN EL ARTE
Exhibitions. Join local Belizean-Cuban-American artist Natalia Celine Arias in an artistic celebration of Hispanic Heritage month. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. Fri.-Sat. 12-6 p.m.

TO 10/12: ALL WATER HAS A PERFECT MEMORY
Exhibitions. Curated by Beat editor Teri Henderson, and featuring works by local and international artists Fleesie Hubbard, Jamilla Okubo, and Jessica Whittingham, this exhibition explores how water represents transformation, creativity, and spiritually through the lens of the Black diaspora. Current Space, 421 N. Howard St. Sat. 1-5 p.m. 

10/12: GLASS ART
Lectures & Classes. In this workshop, create your own stained glass bat using techniques like copper foiling and iron soldering. Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St. 10 a.m. $70. 

TO 10/13: JOE TURNER’S COME AND GONE
Exhibitions. As part of the Baltimore August Wilson Celebration, follow this second of 10 stories from the revered playwright’s “American Century Cycle.” Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, 7 S. Calvert St. Thurs.-Sat. Times vary. $31-69. 

TO 10/13: A RAISIN IN THE SUN
Theater. Set on Chicago’s South Side, this play by Lorraine Hansberry follows the dynamics of three generations of the Younger family. Spotlighters Theatre, 817 Saint Paul St. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $10-24. 

TO 10/13: OH HAPPY DAY
Theater. Written by and starring two-time Tony Award nominee Jordan E. Cooper, this play reimagines Noah’s Ark with a helping of family drama and a musical twist. Baltimore Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert St. Times vary. $10-74.  

10/13: AIO “BLUE HERON” SIFU
Music. In honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, hear flutist and storyteller Aio “Blue Heron” Sifu perform pieces dedicated to cultural values and nature. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. 2 p.m. 

10/13-8/31/2025: GOOD SPORTS: THE WISDOM & FUN OF FAIR PLAY
Exhibitions. In this new “mega” exhibit, get to the heart of our universal enjoyment of play and celebrate wellness of mind, body, and spirit through works from both local and global visionary artists. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free-$15.95. 

10/17-11/10: PRIDE & PREJUDICE
Theater. Kate Hamill’s charming rendition of Jane Austen’s beloved novel takes a progressive view of the classic romance. Baltimore Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert St. Times vary. $10-74. 

10/17 & 10/20: ALSOP CONDUCTS CHOPIN & PROKOFIEV
Music. Maestra emeritus Marin Alsop brings back James Lee III’s Baltimore Symphony Orchestra-commissioned tribute to Harriet Tubman, as well as famous pieces by Prokofiev and Chopin featuring pianist Hayato Sumino. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. Thurs. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $27-73. 

10/17-20: DISNEY ON ICE
Kids. Bring the kids to see Micky Mouse and friends show off the ice-skating moves to the sounds of remixed Disney tunes. CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. Times vary. $36-128+. 

10/18: SWEATY EYEBALLS
Festivals. This annual juried event features international short-film screenings, local-talent showcases, youth productions, workshops, and more at theater venues across the city. Locations, times, & prices vary. 

10/18-20: MD HOME & GARDEN SHOW
Festivals. Ring in the fall season with outdoor design displays by top local landscapers, over 100 craft vendors, and a fall fun zone for family-friendly activities. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Timonium. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free-$9. 

10/18-20: LA BOHÈME
Music. Be transported to 19th-century Paris as this live opera presents a classic work. Stephens Hall Theatre at Towson University, 7900 York Rd., Towson. Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $32.95-117.15.  

10/18-11/7: INTO THE WOODS
Theater. Vagabond Players presents this Tony Award-winning fairytale that addresses both playfulness and fun alongside family and loss, and featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Vagabond Players, 806 S. Broadway. Times & prices vary.

10/18-12/7: THE TEXTURES OF US
Exhibitions. Explore the works of acclaimed local photographer Devin Allen, featuring in the likes of Time and The New York Times, in a new light during this intimate show in Old Goucher. Galerie Myrtis, 2224 N. Charles St. Thurs.-Sat. 2-6 p.m. 

TO 10/19: HOW TO IMAGINE DIFFERENCE
Exhibitions. View mixed-material solo works by sculptor Esther Kläs that explore both the inner experience and external realities. CPM Gallery, 1512 Bolton St. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.  

10/19: BALTIMORE RUNNING FESTIVAL
Sports. Join fellow runners in the 24th annual race of various distances through every corner of Charm City. Locations vary. 7:30 a.m. $49.28-213.53.  

10/19: WHISKEY ON THE WATERFRONT
Food & Drink. Listen to live music, sip cocktails, and snack on food truck treats at Sagamore’s waterfront distillery. Sagamore Spirit Distillery, 301 E. Cromwell St. 12 p.m.  

10/19: FANTASY MACHINE
Fashion. Designer Meg Beck returns with this sixth-annual experimental fashion show and pop-up shop featuring works by local designers. Current Space, 421 N. Howard St. Times & prices vary.  

10/19-20: OKTOBEARFEST
Festivals. In this annual fall festival, enjoy beer, wine, seltzer, and cider samplings, plus live music, local vendors, and all-day admission to the zoo. Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl. 1-6 p.m. $40-235. 

TO 10/20: MARYLAND RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
Family. Come dressed in your Medieval best for a trip back in time, complete with turkey legs, arts and crafts, and shows of all kinds during this one-of-a-kind festival in Anne Arundel County. 1821 Crownsville Rd., Annapolis. Times vary. $13-285.  

TO 10/20: SWEATY EYEBALLS: ANIMATION ADJACENT
Exhibitions. Coinciding with the Sweaty Eyeballs festival, explore work by off-the-screen animators who use mediums like collage, sculpture, and projection mapping to bring their vision to life. Area 405 Gallery, 405 E. Oliver St. Tues.-Sat. 12-4 p.m. 

10/20-11/17: QUEENS GIRL
Theater. In the final act of this award-winning trilogy, follow the story of Jacqueline Marie Butler to Bennington College in Vermont against the backdrop of the Vietnam War. Everyman Theatre, 315 W. Fayette St. Times & prices vary.

10/23-1/30/2025: EXCHANGE
Exhibitions. Maryland Art Place presents this exploration of the connection between energy and architecture through various artists’ works. Quinn Evans, 100 N. Charles St. Times vary. 

10/24-11/10: CABARET NOIR
Theater. Happenstance Theater presents a series of dark, humorous tales of another era, featuring femme fatales, fedora, suspense, and intrigue. Baltimore Theatre Project, 45 W. Presotn St. Thurs.-Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sat. 3 & 7:30 p.m., Sun. 4 p.m. $15-25.

10/24-3/9/2025: ART AND PROCESS
Exhibitions. This new show reveals a collection of preliminary artist works alongside their finished counterparts with themes of gender equality and access in art education. The Walters Art Museum 600 N. Charles St. Wed. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 1-8 p.m., Fri-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.  

10/25-12/7: TOWSON MFA CANDIDATE EXHIBITIONS
Exhibitions. In pursuit of their Master of Fine Arts degrees, four Towson University students showcase their thesis artwork. Towson University, Holtzman Gallery, 8000 York Rd., Towson. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

10/25: PUMPKINS ON THE GREEN
Fundraisers & Galas. At this fall party, enjoy live music, delicious food, craft cocktails, silent auctions, and more to celebrate the outdoors. Irvine Nature Center, 11201 Garrison Forest Rd., Owings Mills. 7 p.m. Prices vary. 

10/26: BARCTOBERFEST
Festivals. Have lots of pet-friendly fun with the Howl-o-Ween pet costume contest, the Barkin’ Beer Garden vendors, kid activities, a 5K run, and one-mile walk to benefit the Baltimore Animal Rescue & Care Shelter. Patterson Park, 2601 E. Baltimore St. Free-$54.  

10/26: BELIEVE IN TOMORROW’S ANNUAL PORT TO FORT 6K
Sports. Race through historic Fort McHenry with its beautiful waterfront views to support this non-profit for critically ill children and their families. Liberty Lot, 1215 E. Fort Ave. 8:30 a.m. $20-40.  

10/26: FORT MCHENRY CLEANUP AND GARDENING
Outdoors. Join the National Aquarium’s Conservation team to remove debris from local wetlands, maintain pollinator habitat and rain gardens, and more. Fort McHenry, 2400 E. Fort Ave. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 

10/26: DOORS OPEN BALTIMORE
Festivals. Dive into local history by exploring the city’s most iconic architectural sites like the Baltimore Basilica and Bromo Seltzer Arts Tower. Loctations & times vary.

10/26: HALLOWEEN BALTIMORE
Music. Come decked out in your best costumes and listen to a funky lineup of local bands at the Science Center. Maryland Science Center. 601 Light St. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. $55-99. 

10/26: BALTIMORE FASHION MARKET POP-UP
Festivals. Shop for thrifted, custom, and upcycled clothing and accessories at this event that aims to reduce global fashion waste, followed by a fashion show on Oct. 31. Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

10/26: THE GREAT HALLOWEEN LANTERN PARADE & FESTIVAL
Festivals. Make lanterns, listen to live music, and watch an illuminated community parade during this beloved annual event. Patterson Park, 2601 E. Baltimore St. 4 p.m. 

10/26-27: BLUEY’S BIG PLAY
Family. Follow Bingo and Bluey on their adventures in this all-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy award-winning children’s television series. The Lyric, 140 W. Mt. Royal Ave. 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. $47-147. 

TO 10/27: A YEAR IN FRANCE
Exhibitions. This new exhibit explores the life and works of late Baltimore artist Raoul Middleman during his years in the remote Ardèche region of southeastern France. Raoul Middleman Studio Museum, 943 N. Calvert St. Sat. 2-4 p.m.

10/27: HARBOR HARVEST
Festivals. Get a taste of the rural countryside with this fall festival featuring a petting zoo, hay maze, arts, and crafts along the Inner Harbor. Rash Field. 10 a.m. Free-$48

10/28: HALLOWEEN ATP: A TEN-MINUTE-ONE-TIME-ONLY-BAND PRODUCTION
Music. This is a bi-annual, sell-out event brings Baltimore musicians together to form brand-new bands for one-time-only performances. Current Space, 421 N. Howard St. Times & prices vary.

TO 10/30: CLAIRE CAMPBELL PARK: STILL POINT IN THE MOTION OF BEING
Exhibitions. View works by this internationally recognized artist, who creates two-dimensional woven patterns to symbolize what spiritually unites us all. Goya Contemporary, 3000 Chestnut Ave. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 12-4 p.m.

10/30: LET’S TALK TAXIDERMY
Lectures & Classes. Learn more about the practice of 19th-century taxidermy through its evolution to modern-day with Robert Marbury, author of Taxidermy Art: A Rogue’s Guide to the Work, the Culture, and How to Do It Yourself. Evergreen Museum & Library, 4545 N. Charles St. 6 p.m. Free-$7.

10/30: SWAN LAKE
Dance. The State Ballet Theater of Ukraine presents its talented troupe of dancers alongside Tchaikovsky’s legendary story and score. The Lyric, 140 W. Mt. Royal Ave. 7 p.m. $57-116.  

10/30: ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
Theater. On their 49th anniversary, the original “Brad Majors,” aka Barry Bostwick, is screening this classic film alongside a live shadow cast with audience participation. The Hippodrome, 12 N. Eutaw St. 8 p.m. 

10/31: BILLY STRINGS
Music. This Grammy Award-winning musician brings his bluegrass beats to downtown Baltimore. CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 7:30 p.m. $57-100. 

TO 11/2: TRACES
Exhibitions. View a medley of works by artists Frank Dituri, Mauro Manetti, Mike Morris, Andreas Rentsch, and Claire Seidl. C. Grimaldis Gallery, 523 N. Charles St. Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

TO 11/2: REGENERATE
Exhibitions. Explore the work of multiple artists exploring all things energy like kinetic and potential forces, environmental impacts, and renewable sources. Maryland Art Place. 218 W. Saratoga St. Tues.-Sat. 12-4 p.m. 

TO 11/24: IGNITING INTEGRATION!
Exhibitions. This exhibition showcases the little-known history of African-American firefighters in Baltimore and the challenges they faced serving communities. The Peale, 225 Holliday St. Thurs.-Fri. 3-7 p.m., Sat-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 

TO 11/30: WALK ON BY
Exhibitions. Delve into the unlikely relationship between the “sister cities” of Baltimore and the Netherlands’ Rotterdam through diverse stories of Black artists from both historic industrial port cities. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. Fri.-Sat. 12-6 p.m. Free.

TO 12/7: WOMEN’S RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS
Exhibitions. Peruse posters about gender-based inequality, violence, and discrimination. Towson University Center for the Arts Gallery, 7700 Osler Dr., Towson. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. 

TO 12/15: HEALING THE BODY, HEALING THE SOUL 
Exhibitions. Medieval European artifacts showcase past understandings of health, wellness, and therapeutic healing. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 1-8 p.m. 

TO 12/28: MATERIALS & MEMORIES
Exhibitions. As part of the citywide No Stone Left Unturned. The Elizabeth Talford Scott Initiative, this exhibition centers works by the late Baltimore artist alongside others by the African American Quilters of Baltimore. Maryland Center for History & Culture, 610 Park Ave. Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free-$12. 

TO 1/5/25: THE ART OF PATTERN
Exhibitions. Renowned artist Henri Matisse’s prints and paintings are paired with works by 19th-century Japanese woodcut artists to demonstrate the universal embrace of color and pattern through time. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. 

To 2/16/2025: PREOCCUPIED: INDIGENIZING THE MUSEUM 
Exhibitions. This new BMA initiative centers an array of Indigenous artists, with solo exhibitions of various mediums opening and on display throughout 2024. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

TO 6/8/2025: LEAVE NO TRACE: JOHN WORK GARRETT IN THE AMERICAN OUTDOORS
Exhibitions. Despite a privilege East Coast and European youth, one-time Evergreen resident John Work Garrett was deeply inspired by the great outdoors of the American West. This new exhibition uses archival photography, diary entries, and artifacts to explore its impact on the diplomat. Evergreen Museum & Library, 4545 N. Charles St. Tues.-Sun. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free-$5.

TO 9/1/2025: iWITNESS: MEDIA AND THE MOVEMENT
Exhibitions. In honor the 60th anniversary of the monumental Civil Rights Act of 1964, consider how media impacted the modern American Civil Rights Movement in this new exhibit. Reginald F. Lewis Museum, 830 E. Pratt St. Mon., Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m. Free-$12.

TO 12/31/2025: COLLECTIVE ACTION 
Exhibitions. Explore the effort to improve organized labor throughout the 21st century through the stories and experiences of working Baltimoreans. Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy. Wed- Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 

As curator of American art at the Baltimore Museum of Art, Virginia Anderson is particularly focused on the last few words of its mission statement—to create “a museum welcoming to all,” with a goal of assembling exhibitions that center on the voices and experiences of historically marginalized groups.

One of the keys to that success? Her BMA colleagues.

“There are so many things you have to balance as a curator working with different departments to make the art and the narrative shine,” says Anderson, 51, formerly assistant curator at the Harvard Art Museums. “I’ve experienced collegiality at every museum I’ve worked in, but I think intellectual resourcing is having a moment.”

Comparing notes and research with colleagues across multiple departments allows Anderson to present exhibitions of American art that showcase a more inclusive art history, both in the selection of objects and in the display itself. Since arriving at the BMA, she has curated four exhibitions—two solo shows, with works by female contemporary artists, and two group shows, showcasing art movements, such as women modernists. And each has been created with the help of her first hire—curatorial assistant Sarah Cho, an art history major hired straight out of Princeton University.

The duo’s most recent collaboration is the first time that Cho has fully stepped into the role of co-curator. Three years in the making and up through October 2, Beatrice Glow: Once the Smoke Clears occupies three galleries in the museum’s Contemporary Wing, showcasing cross-disciplinary works by the bicoastal artist-researcher, including the first-ever virtual reality-sculpted and 3D-printed objects exhibited at the BMA. Glow examines histories of Indigenous, Chinese, and Black communities as they relate to the Chesapeake Bay tobacco trade, recasting the white depiction of the region’s history.

Anderson and Cho hope that people will attend the exhibit, read the accompanying wall text, and be inspired to continue learning more about the substance of Glow’s work.

“What Virginia and I wanted to do is spotlight aspects of Beatrice’s research,” says Cho, 26. “One of the major goals of Beatrice’s work is highlighting solidarities between Asia and the Americas.”

Both women are the exhibit’s co-curators—or “thought partners,” as Cho describes them—but they’re quick to point out that Glow’s exhibition would not have been possible without the entire museum staff.

“The museum can function as a kind of lab,” says Anderson. “Just as within the sciences, you have collaboration and research from a team of people that supports a particular project or angle of inquiry…This collaborative approach to research can only benefit our audiences.”