9/13: LOVE GROOVE FESTIVAL
John Tyler is a name to know on the local music scene. The Baltimore-native producer not only puts out his own albums, but is an all-out champion for the city’s diversity of talent, whether he’s running his own record label for local artists, offering educational youth programming, or curating concert lineups for the likes of Camden Yards and our very own Best of Baltimore Party. And, of course, for the past nine years, he’s been hosting his beloved Love Groove Festival, bringing that same ethos of connection and community to this ever-growing annual tradition.

This month, don’t miss out on the festivities at Robert C. Marshall Park on Pennsylvania Avenue, with free entrance for performances by dozens of both local and national artists, including TT The Artist and Serpentwithfeet. While you’re there, peruse the expanded art gallery, pop into stalls featuring local restaurants and boutique shops, and partake in multiple wellness activities, including a group run, yoga session, and special Love Groove-themed Bike Party to kick things off. Entrance is free, with the good vibes lasting from noon to 8 p.m.—and likely long after the last encore. Robert C. Marshall Park. Pennsylvania Ave. Upton. 12-8 p.m. Free. 

9/3: PRAYER AND PEN
Lectures & Classes. AFRO publisher Frances Murphy Draper speaks on her grandfather’s legacy with a collection of 50 of his original prayers. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 7 p.m. Free. 

9/5: MARSHALL TUCKER BAND
Music. Legendary country rock group Marshall Tucker Band headlines the Maryland State Fair’s infield show with special guest Orianthi. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Lutherville-Timonium. 7 p.m. $42.50. 

9/5: ROBIN WALL KIMMERER
Lectures & Classes. This Braiding Sweetgrass author discusses her new children’s book, Bud Finds Her Gift, about a grandchild and grandmother on a search for meaning through nature. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 7 p.m. Free. 

9/5: INTERACTIVE MOVIE NIGHT: JAWS [Editor’s Pick]
Film. To celebrate the classic thriller’s 50th, watch Jaws while taking part in silly games, Amity Island drink specials, deep-cut trivia, and prizes. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. 8 p.m. $20-24. 

9/3-10/3: MUTATION
Exhibitions. Zo Gallery presents a collection of photographs by artist Jonathan Logan centered on decay and transformation. Mount Vernon Records, 231 W. Read St. Tues.-Sun. 12-6 p.m. Free. 

9/6: OYSTERS, BLUES, & BREWS
Festivals. Help preserve the Chesapeake Bay with a shoreline clean-up, demos on home conservation practices, an oyster stroll on the Tidewater Pier, live music, and more. Baltimore Peninsula, 321 E. Cromwell St. 12 p.m. Free.

9/6: MARYLAND CYCLING CLASSIC
Sports. World-class professional cyclists from across the globe on a new 17.9-mile circuit course sweeping through the city. Inner Harbor, Pratt St. & Market Pl. 8:30 a.m. Free.

9/6: CRACK THE SKY [Editor’s Pick]
Music. Celebrating their 50th anniversary, these iconic ’70s rockers are back on the road and once again “Living With The Lights On.” The Recher, 512 York Rd., Towson. 6 p.m. $49.10-64.55. 

9/6: BENSON BOONE
Music. This pop star will be flipping across the downtown stage on his American Heart World Tour. CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 8 p.m. $140-700.

9/6-7: AULA DE FLAMENCO
Theater. Learn about the social and historical culture of flamenco followed by an artistic performance and demonstration. Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St. Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $20.

9/6-10/12: CEILIDH
Theater. This musical is full of Scottish dance culture and celebrates storytelling passed down through generations. M&T Bank Exchange, 401 W. Fayette St. Times vary. $89-146. 

9/6-20: PRESERVATION
Exhibitions. Trevor Shimizu creates artwork from things like scraps of plastic wrap and leftover paint, giving what would otherwise be discarded a new meaning. Art Hall, 101 E. 21st St. Sat. 1-4 p.m. Free. 

9/6-10/4: BACK TO THE REAL WORLD [Editor’s Pick]
Exhibitions. A solo show by local street and mural artist Mike Byson, with a workshop (9/14) and artist talk (9/28). Atrium Artspace, 2029 Maryland Ave. Wed. & Thurs. 1-4 p.m. Free.

TO 9/7: MARYLAND STATE FAIR
Festivals. Close out the summer with thrilling rides, performances, farm animals, fried food, and more. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd. Thurs. 5-9 p.m., Fri-Mon. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Free-$15. 

9/7: GRATEFUL DEAD & PHISH FOR KIDS INFIELD PARTY
Music. This year’s State Fair infield show includes Ed Hough’s Dead Collective and PHOAM: A Tribute to Phish. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Lutherville-Timonium. 11:30 a.m. $16-80.

9/7: LEON BRIDGES & CHARLEY CROCKETT
Music. These two Texas country stars celebrate their shared roots and long friendship in Columbia. Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. 6:30 p.m. $58-146. 

TO 9/8: NEW PERSPECTIVES OF HISTORIC EVERGREEN
Exhibitions. See the work of three Baltimore School for the Arts seniors who explored the museum through the lens of traditional 4×5 land cameras. Evergreen Museum & Library, 4545 N. Charles St. Available via guided tour. Free-$12.

9/8-13: GOOD NEIGHBOR DESIGN CAMP [Editor’s Pick]
Lectures & Classes. A series of designer talks and networking events aimed at continuing local education of design. Good Neighbor, 3827 Falls Rd. 

9/7-11/9: EXTREME HEAT
Exhibitions. See the work of fellows Rowan Bathhurst, Kei Ito, and Rachel Stein, who are working with Johns Hopkins University and local public health officials about the growing threat of increasing temperatures. Crow’s Nest, 116 W. Mulberry St. Sun. 1-5 p.m. Free. 

9/9: BECOMING THURGOOD
Film. Enjoy a premiere screening of this MPT documentary about Baltimore native Thurgood Marshall. Maryland Center for History and Culture, 610 Park Ave. 6-8 p.m. Free.

9/10: HAIM
Music. These soft-rock sisters grace the Columbia stage on their I Quit Tour. Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. 7:30 p.m. $68-290.

9/11: VISUAL ARTS FALL JURIED EXHIBITION OPENING
Exhibitions. Meet the talented young artists behind the juried show’s collection of furniture design, textiles, and more. Baltimore School for the Arts, 712 Cathedral St. 4-6 p.m. Free.

9/11: BROMO ART WALK [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. Stroll through the funky Bromo Arts District for an evening of open studios, exhibits, live performances, and installations. Bromo Arts District. 5-9 p.m. Free.

9/11: NOURISHED BY TIME [Editor’s Pick]
Music. This Baltimore-based synth-pop virtuoso performs with special guest Zsela. Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 8 p.m. 

9/11-13: MAE WEST: THE COMEBACK TOUR
Theater. Sex symbol, gay icon, and the O.G. prophet of Camp Mae West makes a tremendous comeback in this immersive comedy show. Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St. Thurs.-Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sat. 2 p.m. $15-25. 

TO 9/12: EROSCAPE
Exhibitions. This group show explores sensuality, desire, and the many forms of erotic connection. Night Owl Gallery, 1735 Maryland Ave. Thurs.-Fri. 4-8 p.m., Sat. 12-5 p.m. Free.

9/12: KITCHEN SINK STORIES [Editor’s Pick]
Theater. Join Stoop Storytellers for tales about the messes, magic, and memories of cooking. Our Time Kitchen, 117 W. 24th St. 7 p.m. $25. 

9/12: PUPPETS FIGHT BACK!
Theater. Mutual Obsession Circus presents a whimsical fundraiser featuring music, burlesque, drag, puppetry, and more. Le Mondo, 406 N. Howard St. 7:30 p.m. $20. 

9/12: SWEATY EYEBALLS ANIMATION FESTIVAL [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. During this beloved annual festival, see the latest in animation, with a special international shorts program and Baltimore showcase at Falvey Hall Theatre, with a corresponding group art exhibition at the nearby Area 405 Gallery. Falvey Hall Theatre, 1301 W. Mt. Royal Ave. Times vary. Free.

9/12-14: FELLS POINT OYSTER FEST
Festivals. Slurp up a variety of oysters with local beers, cocktails, live music, and kids’ activities. 733 S. Broadway. Fri. 2-10 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Free.

9/12-2/26: THE DAILY HUSTLE [Editor’s Pick]
Exhibitions. A work-focused collection of photography from the archives of I. Henry Phillips Sr. stewarded by his grandson, Webster Phillips. The Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy. Tues.-Sun 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free-$15.

TO 9/13: SUMMER 25
Exhibitions. This annual summer group show includes works by local legends like Grace Hartigan, John Waters, Keith Martin, and emerging artists like Heejo Kim and Amelie Wang. C. Grimaldis Gallery, 523 N. Charles St. Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 

9/13: KOREAN FESTIVAL
Festivals. Become immersed in local Korean culture with tastes of traditional Korean flavors, K-pop music, skincare and makeup, and more. Howard High School, 8700 Old Annapolis Rd., Ellicott City. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 

9/13: LOCUST POINT FESTIVAL
Festivals. Check out local food, music, artisans, and other vendors like Cappy’s Pickles, Barton Art, and Gene’s Greens. Latrobe Park, 1627 E. Fort Ave. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 

9/13: CRAB FEASTIVAL
Festivals. Get crackin’ for a cause and enjoy all-you-can-eat crabs in support of programs for West Baltimore families. St. Francis Neighborhood Center, 2405 Linden Ave. 12-2 p.m. & 3-5 p.m. $60+

9/13: BALTIMORE RHYTHM FESTIVAL
Festivals. Enjoy two stages of live-music performances, open-mic sessions, children’s activities, vendors, and drum jams. 1600 Guilford Ave. 12-6 p.m. Free. 

9/13: ONE MARYLAND ONE BOOK
Lectures & Classes. Author Carole Boston Weatherford and son Jeffery Boston Weatherford share their book, Kin: Rooted in Hope, about their ancestors who helped found Maryland. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 158 N. Linwood Ave. 1:30 p.m. Free.

9/13: BMORE VEGAN BLOCK PARTY
Festivals. Celebrate sustainable living with local plant-based food, live music, vendors, and a bold commitment to zero waste. 100 N. Charles St. 3-8 p.m. Free. 

9/13: FATAL FAUNA: TIL DEATH DO US PART
Food & Drink. A wedding-themed murder mystery party complete with a decadent buffet-style meal and visits from animal ambassadors. Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl. 6-9 p.m. $110-130. 

9/13: BALTIMORE SQUARE DANCE
Dance. Dancers of all skill levels are invited to try out some new moves with guided dance caller instruction. Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Ave. 6:30-10:30 p.m. Free-$20. 

9/13: ADAM SANDLER
Music. This iconic comedian brings a mix of standup and singsong comedy on his new tour. CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 7:30 p.m. $54-504. 

9/13: BEETHOVEN X BEYONCÉ
Music. Queen Bey’s greatest hits meet Beethoven’s Symphony No.7 for an epic mashup. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. 8 p.m. Prices vary. 

9/13: SOCCER MOMMY
Music. Get into your feels with live music by this rising indie-rock star. Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Pl. 8 p.m. $25-35. 

9/13-14: QUEENS & KINGS & KNIGHTS & THINGS
Family. Let the kids don some armor for an enchanting weekend of jousting, royal-court encounters, a cardboard weapons forge, and a mighty quest. Port Discovery, 35 Market Pl. Sun.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Free-$24.95. 

9/13-14: BALTIMORE BOOK FESTIVAL [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. This year’s literary lineup features over 80 authors, six stages, literary panels, youth events, and a kickoff reception on September 12 at Peabody Heights Brewery. Waverly, locations vary. Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 

TO 9/14: JEFFREY KENT
Exhibitions. View a collection of powerful artworks by this local artist and curator. Current Space, 421 N. Howard St. Sat. 1-5 p.m. Free.

TO 9/14: THE TENTH 10X10X10
Theater. This aptly named short-play showcase features 10 short plays written by 10 local playwrights, performed by 10 actors. Fells Point Corner Theatre, 251 S. Ann St. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $24. 

9/14: SOCK HOP WITH DJ ERIK
Music. Twist and shout to classic doo-wop jams from the likes of Elvis, Buddy Holly, and Chuck Berry in this weekend dance night. Manor Mill, 2029 Monkton Rd. 2-4:30 p.m. $22. 

9/14: OUTLAW MUSIC FESTIVAL
Music. This star-studded lineup features major talent like Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, and Sheryl Crow. Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. 4 p.m. $63.

9/14: PLEASE DON’T DESTROY: LIVE!
Comedy. Saturday Night Live’s own bawdy comedy trio presents two shows full of outrageous laughs. Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Pl. 6 & 8:30 p.m. $45.

9/16: ZIGGY MARLEY
Music. Bounce along to the sounds of reggae masters outside along the waterfront. Pier Six Pavilion, 731 Eastern Ave. 7 p.m. $42-147+. 

9/17: SONIA SOTOMAYOR: JUST SHINE!
Classes & Lectures. This Supreme Court Justice discusses her book, Just Shine!, which shows how helping others shine can bring out your own inner glow. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 5:30 p.m. Free. 

9/17-3/8/26: ENGAGING THE ELEMENTS: POETRY IN NATURE [Editor’s Pick]
Exhibitions. View photographs, prints, drawings, and textiles illustrating air, water, earth, and fire against broader themes of ecological awareness and preservation. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free. 

9/18-21: HIGH ZERO FESTIVAL [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. Musicians from around the world come together to perform in the East Coast’s premier showcase of experimental music and a long weekend of audible elation for the musically curious and open-minded. Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St. 8:30 p.m. $10-60. 

TO 9/19: SUMMER SOUNDS AT THE SQUARE
Music. Belvedere Square’s parking lot transforms into an open-air market every Friday through fall with local live music, food and drink, and more. Belvedere Square, 529 E. Belvedere Ave. Fri. 6-9 p.m. Free. 

9/19: TODD MARCUS QUINTET [Editor’s Pick]
Music. This local bass clarinetist performs with his jazz quintet and Toronto clarinetist Virginia MacDonald in Mount Vernon. An die Musik Live!, 409 N. Charles St. 7 & 9 p.m. $10-36.50. 

9/19: AL GREEN
Music. One of the defining voices of soul music, this Grammy Award winner threads gospel roots with the smooth sounds of emotion-packed rhythm. The HALL at Live!, 7002 Arundel Mills Cl., Hanover. 8 p.m. $95-252.06. 

9/19-21: OKTOBIERFEST
Festivals. Fill up das boot with dozens of German and German-style biers all weekend long in Fells Point. Max’s Taphouse, 737 S. Broadway. 11:30 a.m.-11:45 p.m. Free.

9/19-10/12: TOPDOG/UNDERDOG
Theater. This Pulitzer Prize-winning play tells the story of two Black brothers, Lincoln and Booth, surviving together amidst poverty and sibling rivalry. Spotlighters Theatre, 817 St. Paul St. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $24. 

9/20: TRIFECTA FESTIVAL
Festivals. Don’t miss this mecca of live cover bands, local eats, and artisans in Baltimore County. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Lutherville-Timonium. 11 a.m. $35.99.

9/20: SCIENCE ARCADE
Family. During this family-friendly day, get hands-on with game creation with interactive activities like making a cardboard pinball machine and transforming into a video-game character. Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St. 12-4 p.m. Free-$29.95. 

9/20: CHARM CITY LIVE [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. Celebrate the city with local food, art vendors, kids’ activities, live-music acts, and more across from City Hall. War Memorial Plaza, Market Pl. & E. Pratt St. 12-9 p.m. Free. 

9/20: SUPER CITY
Music. Listen to a blend of genres with live performances by local artists like headliner Super City, Bodega, The Lunar Year, and Talking Points. Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 6:30 p.m. $21.17. 

9/20: BSO GALA
Music. Violinist Joshua Bell and maestro Jonathon Heyward open the symphony’s new season with its annual gala concert. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. 8 p.m. 

9/20: REBIRTH BRASS BAND
Music. In celebration of the New Orleans brass band tradition, this Grammy award-winning ensemble fuses jazz, funk, soul, and R&B. The Gordon Center, 3506 Gwynnbrook Ave., Owings Mills. 8 p.m. $45-50. 

9/20: PUPPET SLAMWICH
Theater. Enjoy an evening of live puppet performances for grown-ups with Hollins Market’s own Black Cherry Puppet Theater. Current Space, 421 Tyson St. 5 & 8 p.m. $12-20. 

TO 9/21: ONE CHILIAD
Exhibitions. Jann Rosen-Queralt presents three photographic series on environmental loss and potential for change in arctic and marine environments. The Peale, 225 Holliday St. Thurs.-Fri. 3-7 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 

TO 9/21: BLACK EARTH RISING
Exhibitions. This showcase contains paintings, sculptures, films, and other creative works by artists of color and Native identity that explore our complex connection to nature. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free-$10. 

9/21-3/8/26: THE WAY OF NATURE: ART FROM JAPAN, CHINA, AND KOREA
Exhibitions. A collection of more than 40 Japanese, Chinese, and Korean artworks explore the many intersections of nature. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free. 

9/22-12/10: FREDERICK CORNELIUS ALSTON
Exhibitions. In commemoration of the life and work of this African-American artist and educator, view paintings by Alston and others from the early 20th century. James E. Lewis Museum of Art, 2201 Argonne Dr. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 

9/23: TALKING PAWPAWS WITH TREEBALTIMORE
Classes & Lectures. Pawpaws are one of the largest native edible fruit trees. Learn about picking and preparing them, then try them for yourself. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 6 p.m. 

9/25: BALTIMORE HONKY TONK [Editor’s Pick]
Music. At this monthly dance party, learn how to two-step or just hear good tunes of the U.S. Navy’s Country Current band, with a full bar, lawn games, and firepits on-site. B&O Railroad Museum, 901 W. Pratt St. 6-9 p.m.

9/25: IAN MCEWAN: WHAT WE CAN KNOW
Classes & Lectures. This award-winning author discusses his new book, following a literary detective chasing the lost words of a love poem from over a century ago. Enoch Prat Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 7 p.m. Free. 

TO 9/26: BALTIMORE JEWLERY CENTER GRADUATE EXHIBITION [Editor’s Pick]
Exhibitions. See the work of emerging jewelers and metalsmiths nearing the end of their education. Baltimore Jewelry Center, 10 E. North Ave. Mon.-Tues. 1-10 p.m., Wed.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 12-6 p.m. Free. 

9/26: WINE & DINOS
Food & Drink. Sip on Linganore Cellars wines as you take a stroll through prehistoric history. Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St. 7-9 p.m. $40.

9/26: MICAH E. WOOD RECORD RELEASE SHOW [Editor’s Pick]
Exhibitions. Celebrate new music from this beloved musician-photographer during this debut of his album, “You, Me, The Reign.” Current Space, 421 N. Howard St. 7 p.m. Prices vary.

9/26-27: CHARM CITY BURLESQUE & VARIETY FESTIVAL [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. Enjoy local burlesque performances, a mischief-filled masquerade, and classes and panels on all things burlesque during this weekend-long festival. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. Times vary. $46-186.

9/26 & 28: HEYWARD’S TRIUMPHANT BEETHOVEN
Music. Music Director Jonathan Heyward presents Beethoven’s Triple Concerto and Symphony No. 7. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. Fri. 8 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. Prices vary.

9/26-28: ALL THINGS GO
Music. More than 40 top artists take the stage during this weekend-long festival, including Noah Kahan, Doechii, Kesha, and more. Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. Fri. 3:50 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 12 p.m. $178-396.75.

9/26-28: MARYLAND ITALIAN FESTIVAL
Festivals. The festival includes local artists and vendors, live music, bocce ball, carnival rides, and authentic Italian cuisine in Harford County. Ripken Stadium Parking Lot, 873 Long Dr., Aberdeen. Fri. 5-11 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Free-$12. 

9/26-10/19: JANE AUSTEN’S PERSUASION [Editor’s Pick]
Theater. This adaptation by Sarah Rose Kearns’s follows the resilient Anne Elliot in Regency-era England, complete with Austen’s signature sharp humor. Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, 7 S. Calvert St. Times vary. $31-69. 

9/27: RACE TO EMBRACE INDEPENDENCE 5K
Fundraisers & Galas. Race in support of Marian House, a holistic healing community for women and children in need of housing and services. The Marian House, 949 Gorsuch Ave. 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Free-$40. 

9/27: JOHNS HOPKINS CHILDREN’S CENTER MIRACLES IN MOTION 5K
Fundraisers & Galas. In support of the incredible work at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center, run the 5K or walk a mile through the zoo, followed by a Critter Crawl Kids Dash. Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl. 8:30 a.m. Free-$44.30.

9/27: BRUSH MURAL FEST
Festivals. A team of local artists come together to beautify the community with the help of volunteer painters. Station North Arts & Entertainment District. 12-3 p.m. Free. 

9/27: SWEET TOOTH SATURDAY
Food & Drink. Satisfy your sugar cravings with tastes of local handcrafted desserts from gourmet chocolates to wacky ice cream flavors. Harborplace, 301 Light St. 12-7 p.m. Free. 

9/27: PIGTOWN FESTIVAL [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. During this annual neighborhood festival, enjoy Baltimore’s only pig races, live music, local bites and brews, and more throughout Pigtown. Washington Blvd. 12-7 p.m. Free.

9/27-28: CHARM CITY CROSS [Editor’s Pick]
Sports. Partake in or watch a series of amateur and elite bike races for children and adults. Druid Hill Park, 900 Druid Park Lake Dr. 7:45 a.m. Free-$70.48. 

9/27-10/4: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
Theater. This dazzling musical based on a bestselling novel tells the story of a man who reinvents his life against the colorful backdrop of a traveling circus. Hippodrome Theatre, 12 N. Eutaw St. Showtimes vary. $57-195. 

9/27-11/15: RICHARD AYODEJI IKHIDE
Exhibitions. A collection of new works by this Nigerian-born, London-based artist are on view in Bolton Hill. CPM Gallery, 1512 Bolton St. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. by appt. Free. 

9/27-1/11: SOULFUL CREATURES: ANIMAL MUMMIES IN ANCIENT EGYPT [Editor’s Pick]
Exhibitions. View nearly 100 ancient animals from the Egyptian collection of the Brooklyn Museum and 10 works from our very own Walters Art Museum. Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 1-8 p.m. Free. 

TO 9/28: AUGUST WILSON’S THE PIANO LESSON
Theater. This Pulitzer Prize-winning play follows a pair of siblings with a cherished family heirloom: a piano carved with images of their ancestors previously owned by the family’s former enslavers. Everyman Theatre, 315 W. Fayette St. Times & prices vary. 

9/28.: ABELL COMMUNITY STREET FAIR [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. See what makes Abell so special with food trucks, live bands, arts, crafts, games, a silent auction, and great local vendors. Abell Avenue, 30th and 32nd St. 12-5 p.m. Free. 

TO 9/29: HIGH SCHOOL JURIED ART SHOW
Exhibitions. This collection honors the legacies of local leaders and entrepreneurs by student artists from all 25 school districts across the state. The 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 9/29: IT’S A SNAP
Exhibitions. View contest photographs depicting the beauty and diversity of the city and those who live in it. The Peale, 225 Holliday St. Thurs.-Fri. 3-7 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 

TO 10/3: ROTUNDA ROCKS CONCERT SERIES
Music. On Friday nights, catch performances from local bands along with food, drink, and family-friendly games. The Rotunda, 711 W. 40th St. Fri. 6-9 p.m. Free.

TO 10/10: LINDA DAY CLARK
Exhibitions. View the work of this Baltimore-born photographer, known for artfully capturing the everyday life of African Americans. Morgan State University, James E. Lewis Museum of Art, 2201 Argonne Dr. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 

TO 10/11: THE BRAVE: AFFIRMING POWER, PRESENCE, & POSSIBILITY
Exhibitions. Inspired by the lyrics of Danielle Ponder’s “Some of Us Are Brave,” this collection features artists exploring the complexities of Black freedom. Galerie Myrtis, 2224 N. Charles St. Tues.-Wed. by appointment, Thurs.-Sat. 2-6 p.m. Free. 

TO 10/11: BOARDS & BREAKFAST
Sports. Kids under 12 can snack and learn to skate with local pro Joey Jett of Bmore Create as well as shredders from the Skatepark of Baltimore and Shape Skate Foundation. Jake’s Skate Park, 300 Key Hwy. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Free. 

TO 10/19: MARYLAND RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
Festivals. Be transported to a world of old-time whimsy with everything from turkey legs to medieval sword fights during this beloved annual festival in Anne Arundel County. 1821 Crownsville Rd., Crownsville. Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. $11.82-310.91.

TO 10/19: PSYCHEDELICATESSEN
Exhibitions. Take a trip into the cartoon universe of NYC artist Steve Marcus with his new series of Jewish pop art inspired by 1960s psychedelic hippie culture. Jewish Museum of Maryland, 15 Lloyd St. Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon.-Wed. 12-4 p.m. Free-$10. 

TO 10/25: STUDIO COMPANION
Exhibitions. See how a simple object became a cherished pet for painter Raoul Middleman in this new exhibit. Raoul Middleman Studio Museum, 943 N. Calvert St. Sat. 2-4 p.m. by appt. Free. 

TO 12/22: BALTIMORE FARMERS MARKET
Festivals. Maryland’s largest farmers market brings the community together with local farms, food vendors, and live performances. Saratoga & Holliday St. Sun. 7 a.m.-12 p.m. Free.

TO 12/31: 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. Free. 

TO 12/31: CROSSCURRENTS
Exhibitions. The Contemporary Wing galleries contain works reflecting everything from environment and ecology to social protest, recuperation, and migration. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free. 

TO 1/4/26: DECONSTRUCTING NATURE
Exhibitions. This collection of over 50 19th-century works on paper explores artist roles in transforming the environment into an industrial resource. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free. 

TO 2/15/26: MODERNISMS
Exhibitions. Explore modernist works of 14 Jewish artists, many from Baltimore, including Florence H. Austrian, Gladys Goldstein, and more. Jewish Museum of Maryland, 15 Lloyd St. Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon.-Wed. 12-4 p.m. Free. 

TO 2/15/26: PAWS ON PARCHMENT
Exhibitions. See how cats were depicted in medieval manuscripts as beloved pets, hunters, and important symbols in the period’s culture. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 1-8 p.m. Free. 

TO 4/27/26: TITAN
Exhibitions. Through rare photos and artifacts, take an in-depth look into the life of Maryland native Reginald F. Lewis, the first African American to lead a billion-dollar company. Reginald F. Lewis Museum, 830 E. Pratt St. Mon., Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m. Free. 

ONGOING: LATIN AMERICAN ART/ARTE LATINOAMERICANO
Exhibitions. For the first time, see over 200 artworks from the museum’s collection from South, Central, and North America and the Caribbean in one space. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 1-8 p.m. Free.