11/21: 50TH ANNUAL BALTIMORE POW-WOW
Festivals. The Chesapeake Bay region has deep lineage of Indigenous history. During Native American History Month, honor that heritage as the Baltimore American Indian Center celebrates the 50th anniversary of its annual pow-wow. For one afternoon at the Maryland State Fairgrounds, witness the energy of traditional dance, handcrafted clothing, and live instrumentation during this vibrant performance.

This year, performers include the Northern host drum Warpaint and Southern host drum Zotigh Singers. See a grand-entrance parades at noon and 4 p.m., shop handmade jewelry and other artisanal goods from local and visiting vendors, and savor a range of traditional Indigenous foods throughout the day. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Timonium. 11-7 p.m. Free-$10.

11/1: RITUAL AND REVOLUTION DANCE
Dance. For one day only, the Full Circle Dance Company premieres works by five choreographers in this new exploration of the performance’s title themes. In both afternoon and evening performances at the Baltimore Museum of Art, expect deeply moving performances that reflect on both our individual and communal worlds. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. 6 p.m. $25.

11/1: PUMPKIN SMASH
Family. Close out the spooky season with a memorable send off for your household’s jack-o-lanterns from the top of the museum. All waste will be composted as an eco-friendly alternative to landfills. Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Free.

11/5: GLORY DAYS
Film. Local photographer and multidisciplinary artist SHAN Wallace presents the first look at Glory Days, her upcoming documentary film about LGBTQ+ nightlife history and activism in Baltimore, with the release of an accompanying collaboration zine with Ben Egerman of A Gay Little History. Club Car, 12 W. North Ave. 7 p.m. Free.

11/5: AUDIOFUTURISM
Lectures. & Classes. Join Baltimore native André Aarrington to discuss his latest book, celebrating the Black imagination, exploring the art form of science-fiction radio dramas, and uncovering the history of Black on-air productions from the 1950s to today. Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Ave. 7 p.m. Free-$30.90.

11/5-12/16: SLOW DRIFT
Exhibitions. Photographer Jonna McKone presents a collection of color analog and experimental images that connect Maryland’s former tobacco economies and plantations to climate change, identity, and colonial legacies. University Gallery. Fulton Hall. 1101 Camden Ave. Salisbury. Mon-Fri. 10-5 p.m. Free. 

11/6: ARBOURETUM
Music. Led by guitarist and vocalist Dave Heumann, this beloved Baltimore band performs its intimate and hypnotic version of alternative rock with three opening acts in Remington. The Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 8 p.m. $28.37.

11/6-7: SWEATY EYEBALLS
Festivals. Prepare to wowed by this annual celebration of the world’s most imaginative animation, now in its 14th year. At the Maryland Institute College of Art’s Falvey Hall in Bolton Hill, see screenings of international shorts, independent feature films, and a Baltimore-based showcase, along with a corresponding group art exhibition at Area 405 in Greenmount West. Falvey Hall Theatre, 1301 W. Mount Royal Ave. Times & prices vary.

11/6-12/12: AMERICAN BEEKEEPER
Exhibitions. In this multi-media exhibition, the local Atlantic Bee Company combines photography, printmaking, and public engagement to consider deep themes of ecology, food sovereignty, mutual aid, labor, and the resilient lessons honeybees can teach us. Making Space Bmore, 709 N. Howard St. Wed., Fri., & Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

11/7: NOTHING IS LIKE IT WAS BEFORE
Music. For one evening, Baltimore-based singer-songwriter Nina Gala performs live amidst the buzzed-about Chora art exhibition, featuring works by Emma Childs curated by Teri Henderson at the historic Mount Vernon Place Church. Mount Vernon Place United Methodist Church, 10 E. Mt. Vernon Pl. 7 p.m. Free. RSVP required.

11/7: ROCK YOUR SOCKS 5K
Sports. Join Health Care for the Homeless in this local run for all ages around scenic Lake Montebello to support the nonprofit and its efforts for the unhoused in Baltimore. Lake Montebello, 421 Fallsway. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. $35-50.

11/7: PEOPLE OVER DATA CENTERS MARYLAND ACTION SUMMIT
Lectures & Classes. Learn from local and national speakers and panels during Maryland’s first statewide conference about the dangers of unrestricted data-center expansion and community tools for taking action—a hot-button issue in Baltimore and beyond. Baltimore Convention Center, 1 W. Pratt St. $15-25.

11/7: OYFEST
Festivals. Union Craft Brewing’s annual celebration of all things oysters features local seafood, an all-you-can-eat contest, live music, and a pre-party Sprint for Spat race to benefit the Oyster Recovery Partnership. Union Craft Brewing, 1700 W. 41 St. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. $11.30-70.90.

11/7: PATTERSON PARK BREWFEST
Festivals. Sip on a selection of over 40 local beers with food trucks, friends, and other fall festivities at Patterson Park, with all proceeds benefitting “Baltimore’s Best Backyard.” Patterson Park, 2601 E. Baltimore St. 12-4:30 p.m. $23.18-81.88.

11/7: FOLKS AT INTIMATE PLAY
Exhibitions. In this solo exhibition, multidisciplinary artist SHAN Wallace returns home to present a collection of prints, a new part of the Baltimore native and longtime photographer’s practice. Current Space, 421 N. Howard St. Sat. 1-5 p.m. Free.

11/7-1/24: LUXURY & LOSS
Exhibitions. For centuries, luxury objects were made from natural materials now out of production due to their impact on wildlife. Explore the Walters’ collection featuring kingfisher feathers, tortoise shells, rhinoceros horns, and elephant ivory tusks, learning about the history of each work. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. 1-8 p.m. Free.

11/8: BAY BRIDGE RU
Sports. Enjoy your one chance to walk or run across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, with a 10K course over the nation’s largest estuary, followed by a post-race party to celebrate surmounting any fear of heights. Chesapeake Bay Bridge. 7 a.m. $80-200.

11/12: THE ART OF FIGHTING
Classes & Lectures. Join bestselling author Priya Parker for a conversation about the challenges and importance of navigating conflict in teams, workplaces, and relationships, based on the research of her new book, “The Art of Fighting.” Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh, 2001 Liberty Heights Ave. 7 p.m. $36-118.

11/12-29: THE STARS
Exhibitions. Five thousand, custom-built LEDs create this immersive light and sound installation by artist Andrew Schneider, exploring community, grief, time, and the present of “now.” The Voxel, 9 W. 25 St. Times vary. $10-20.

11/13-14: PEABODY HEIGHTS ANNIVERSARY PARTY
Parties. Celebrate 15 years of this beloved brewery turned community hub with two nights of special beers and live music. On Friday, catch a live performance by Brandon Woody’s UPENDO band. On Saturday, revel in a beach theme with sets by the Trinidad & Tobago Baltimore Steel Orchestra, Beach People, The Flying Faders, and a Disco Tropico dance party with DJs Emily Rabbit and James Nasty. Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th St. Fri. 4-11 p.m., Sat. 12-10 p.m. $10.

11/13-12/23: BALTIMORE CLAYWORKS WINTERFEST
Exhibitions. Peruse impressive works by local ceramists during this annual exhibition and even purchase their hand-crafted pieces, from functional designs to decorative wares. Baltimore Clayworks, 5707 Smith Ave. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

11/13-12/6: SWEET BABY JESUS
Theater. When Mary arrives heavily pregnant in her hometown of Bethlehem, Maryland, gossip spreads about the baby’s birth. This play follows a hilarious plot, adding a dose of humor to the start of the holiday season. Spotlighters Theatre, 817 St. Paul St. Times vary. $25.

11/13-12/13: AUGUST WILSON’S JITNEY
Theater. Since 2024, local playwrights have been paying tribute to a thespian legend through the Baltimore August Wilson Celebration. In this production, follow the story of a worn-down taxi company in Pittsburgh. Fells Point Corner Theater, 251 S. Ann St. Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $25-50.

11/13-12/27: CHARMZ: THE OTHER REINDEER
Theater. What if Rudolph’s not the only reindeer who dreams of guiding the sleigh? This heartwarming Christmas musical follows an ambitious underdog and explores the power of believing in your own light, set to Motown-inspired holiday musical numbers. Baltimore Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert St. Times vary. $25-90.

11/14: EVERGREEN HOLIDAY MAKERS’ MARKET
Markets. At Evergreen, shop for special holiday gifts made by local makers, including jewelry, stationery, artwork, home goods, and more, followed by a self-guided tour of the museum and gardens. Evergreen Museum & Library, 4545 N. Charles St. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free.

11/14: BMA BALL & AFTER PARTY
Fundraisers & Galas. Celebrate local art and artists with an elegant evening surrounded by Baltimore creatives. This year’s honorees are Elissa Blount Moorhead, Elizabeth Alexander, Julie Mehretu, and Joyce J. Scott, followed by an after-party with drinks and dancing. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. 5 p.m. $175.

11/14: BEETHOVEN’S 5TH
Music. Experience this masterpiece and more classical greats with Bach in Baltimore, talented flutist Kathryn Farenish, and Maryland State Boychoir director Stephen Holmes. Church of the Redeemer, 5603 N. Charles St. Free-$39. 4 p.m.

11/14: PUPPET SLAMWICH
Theater. In this beloved recurring tradition, enjoy an evening for grown-ups of this one-of-a-kind artform, featuring puppeteers of all skill levels. Current Space, 421 Tyson St. 5 & 8 p.m. $15-25.

11/14-15: DAN DEACON
Music. For two nights, this pioneering Baltimore musician and now Hollywood composer brings his electronic indie-pop music and singular live performance to Federal Hill. The 8×10, 10 E. Cross St. Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 7 p.m. $47.09-75.56.

11/15: ZOO ZOOM
Sports. Join an animal-themed team and race through the zoo during this annual fall 5K to benefit wildlife conservation efforts. The Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl. 6:30-10 a.m. $30-50.

11/15: INDIGENOUS PEOPLES CELEBRATION
Festivals. Join Irvine educators to explore the center’s Native American Educational Site and learn about the history and culture of the region’s Indigenous communities through hands-on activities. Irvine Nature Center, 11201 Garrison Forest Rd., Owings Mills. 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Free.

TO 11/15: SWEENEY TODD
Theater. In Stephen Sondheim’s musical thriller, follow Benjamin Barker as he returns to 19th-century London after years of unjust exile seeking revenge. Under the alias Sweeney Todd, Barker is swallowed by his drive for vengeance. Vagabond Players, 806 S. Broadway. Times vary. $27-30.

11/18-1/29/2027: BELONGING
Exhibitions. View a selection of works by five Baltimore-based photographers from BmoreArt’s new book, “In Light and Verse.” These artists use their medium to explore themes of identity, resilience, and belonging, capturing fleeting gestures, senses of longing, and the magic realism of Baltimore City. Connect + Collect Gallery, 2519 N. Charles St. Reception: 6-8 p.m. Times: by appointment. Free.

11/19: CHEROKEE BOARDING SCHOOL EXPERIENCES IN THE MID-ATLANTIC
Lectures & Classes. Learn about the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, from their North Carolina ancestors to their experiences attended boarding schools in the Chesapeake region. Maryland Center for History and Culture, 610 Park Ave. 12 p.m. Free.

TO 11/20: PAUL DANIEL: ALTERED COURSE
Exhibitions. Explore a collection of kinetic sculptures by this Baltimore-based artist Paul Daniel, featuring his most modestly scaled kinetic works, providing a more intimate interaction with their movement and balance. Goya Contemporary Gallery, 3000 Chestnut Ave. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 12-4 p.m. Free.

11/20: DOJA CAT
Music. Following the release of her latest album “Vie,” this hip-hop superstar stops in Baltimore. Expect early hits like “Say So” to new pop-infused favorites like “Jealous Type.” CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 7:30 p.m. $54-298+.

11/20-1/15/2027: COROMOTO
Exhibitions. Baltimore-based multidisciplinary artist Maria Sánchez presents an interwoven installation of photography, film, and more, representing a portal of communication with feminine deities. Current Space, 421 N. Howard St. Sat. 1-5 p.m.Free.

11/21: JOHN DENVER CHRISTMAS
Music. In this traveling tribute show, Rick Schuler transports fans back to the 1970s with John Denver classics like the Baltimore Orioles fan-favorite “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” as well as holiday tunes sung by the country icon. M&T Bank Exchange, 401 W. Fayette St. 2 & 7:30 p.m. $69.

TO 11/22: JONES FALLS 2076
Exhibitions. This mixed-media group exhibition explores a visionary future for Baltimore’s founding waterway, featuring artists such as poet Kondwani Fidel, folklorist Ashley Minner Jones, Bruce Willen, and more. The Peale Museum, 225 Holliday St. Thurs.-Fri. 3-7 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

11/24: FAULT LINES PRESENTS: DYING IN DETENTION 
Film. The documentarians behind Al Jazeera‘s series Fault Lines present this new film about 39-year-old Ismael Ayala-Uribe, who tragically died in an immigration detention facility in California. The screening will be followed by a talkback with Emmy Award-winning producer Jeremy Young. Red Emma’s. 3128 Greenmount Ave. 7 p.m. Free. 

TO 11/24: SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW OF ROW HOMES, WE FLY
Exhibitions. From curator Angela N. Carroll, this intergenerational exhibit explores themes of home, memory, and community in Baltimore, featuring top local talent like Jeffrey Kent, Ernest Shaw, SHAN Wallace, Nia June, and more. University of Maryland Baltimore County, Center for Art, Design, & Visual Culture, 1000 Hilltop Cl., Fine Arts Building 105. Tues.-Wed. 12-5 p.m., Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

11/25: CRIS JACOBS FAMILY REUNION
Music. Continuing his tradition of a Thanksgiving concert, his staple of Maryland roots music and new owner of The 8×10 takes this county stage with members of Greensky Bluegrass, Cabinet, The Bridge, and more. The Recher, 512 York Rd., Towson. 6:30 p.m. $48.07.

11/27-28: BAZAART
Festivals. The American Visionary Art Museum’s annual holiday market features original creations by dozens of regional artists, from fashion and art to home goods, all available for purchase. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. Fri. 12-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

11/27-29: FESTIVAL OF TREES
Festivals. In its 37th year, this holiday tradition creates a winter-wonderland of designer-decorated trees, gingerbread houses, carnival games, food, and more to benefit the patients, students, and programs at Kennedy Krieger Institute. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Timonium. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Free-$20.

11/28-12/20: SANTA AT BALTIMORE STREETCAR MUSEUM
Festivals. In this beloved annual tradition, take a streetcar ride with Santa and enjoy festive treats for all ages along the Jones Falls. Baltimore Streetcar Museum, 1901 Falls Rd. Sat.-Sun. Hours vary. Free-$20.

11/28-12/22: THE POLAR EXPRESS TRAIN RIDE
Family. At the former B&O Railroad Museum, the Polar Express embarks on magical two-hour rides complete with a performance of “Hot Chocolate” and a visit from Santa himself. Plus, enjoy holiday crafts, s’mores, shopping, and more. The National Railroad Museum, 901 W. Pratt St. Times vary. $55-120. 

11/28: ALL MIGHTY SENATORS
Music. These Baltimore legends are back for their only local show this year and a funk-filled night of rock and roll. The Recher, 512 York Rd., Towson. 7 p.m. $37.77.

11/28-1/1/2027: MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET
Festivals. It’s not the holiday season in Baltimore without the heap of Hampden lights, when an entire block of rowhomes gets illuminated in over-the-top displays of holiday cheer. 700 block of W. 34th St. Sun.-Thurs. 6-10 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 6 p.m.-12 a.m. Free.

11/29-12/23: A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Theater. This Charles Dickens holiday classic gets adapted to 19th-century Baltimore. Join Scrooge in rediscovering the Christmas spirit on the streets of Charm City.  Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, 7 S. Calvert St. Times vary. $35-97.

11/29-12/30: AGATHA CHRISTIE’S THE MIRROR CRACK’D
Theater. In this Agatha Christie stage adaption set in a small town in the 1960s, local sleuth Miss Marple is after the murderer behind a Hollywood star’s summer soiree turned disaster. Everyman Theatre, 315 W. Fayette St. Times vary. $12.50-105.50.

TO 12/4: TERRA ALMOST FIRMA
Exhibitions. At Graffiti Alley’s Zo Gallery and Hampden’s Fox Building studios, two simultaneous showcases explore the “almost,” or the ever-changing nature of environmental and social systems. Multiple locations. Times vary. Free.

TO 12/4: UNIDOS EN EL ART
Exhibitions. For the fourth year, this annual exhibition celebrates Latino artists from Baltimore and beyond, ranging from crafts to fine art, honoring both tradition and experimentation. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. Tues.-Sat. 12-5 p.m. Free.

TO 12/8: GLOBE POSTERS FOR THE PEOPLE
Exhibitions. Celebrate the legacy of this historic Baltimore-based printing company known for its iconic DayGlo show posters of the 20th century, with a documentary film premiere of See It Loud on November 11. Maryland Institute College of Art, Bunting Center, Pinkard Gallery, 1401 W. Mount Royal Ave. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. 5 p.m., Sun. 12-6 p.m. Free.

TO 12/11: BIG BANG BABY
Exhibitions. Talented local abstractionist LUSMERLIN fuses the quantum physics of her chemical engineer background with spiritual traditions of her Afro-Dominican and Native Taíno roots to explore transformation, divinity, and evolution through generations. Atrium Artspace, 2029 Maryland Ave. Fri.-Sat. 2-5 p.m. Free.

TO 12/18: THE UNVEILING OF GOD/A LOVE LETTER TO MY FOREFATHERS
Exhibitions. Poet Nia June teams up with longtime collaborators Kirby Griffin and APoetNamedNate to present an outdoor video installation that reflects on her life’s ancestors and Black male figures. University of Maryland Baltimore County, Center for Art Design and Visual Culture, 1000 Hilltop Cl. Tues.-Wed. 12-5 p.m., Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

TO 3/14/2027: PAINTINGS BY STEPHEN TOWNS
Exhibitions. In the guest artist corner at JELMA, view colorful canvases by this rising star Baltimore painter, whose powerful portraits illuminate the multitudes of Black life. The James E. Lewis Museum of Art, Morgan State University, Carl Murphy Fine Arts Center, 2201 Argonne Dr. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

TO 5/7/2027: DECOYS OF THE CHESAPEAKE
Exhibitions. Explore the traditions of Chesapeake waterfowling with a showcase of historic decoys, paintings, sporting artifacts, and more. Maryland Center for History and Culture, 610 Park Ave. 5-7 p.m. Free.

10/1-4. NEW/NEXT FILM FESTIVAL
Film. This love letter to indie cinema has quickly become a Baltimore tradition. At the suggestion of local composer Dan Deacon—now a Hollywood go-to for movie and TV-show scores—this festival was dreamed up by longtime WTMD radio host Sam Sessa and Beyond Video co-owner and curator Eric Hatch. Presented by Baltimore Public Media, it’s now in its fourth year, serving up four days of all things film at The Charles Theatre in Station North. For one long weekend, see more than 100 films (read some of our reviews, here), including shorts, docs, full-length features, and conversations with filmmakers from Baltimore and beyond. The Charles Theatre. 1711 N. Charles St. Times & prices vary. 

10/1-31. BALTIMORE BLAQ PRIDE
Festivals. In this month-long celebration, partake in cookouts, block parties, pageants, happy hours, and more to the imaginative theme of “Wondaland.” Locations, times, & prices vary.

10/1-18. NEVERMORE
Dance. Experience Edgar Allan Poe’s work as never seen before in this water-drenched dance and media performance inspired by “The Raven” and his other gothic masterpieces. The Voxel, 9 W. 25th St. Times vary. $25-75. 

10/1-20. DANCE OF THE NIPPLES
Exhibitions. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, view works by artists and individuals who have been personally affected by breast cancer, from those currently undergoing treatment to loved ones and caregivers. XOXO Gallery, 218 W. Saratoga St. Tues.-Sat. 12-4 p.m. Free. 

10/2. TWURL SOFT LAUNCH
Arts. Musician and multidisciplinary artist Abdu Mongo Ali presents the inaugural issue of Twurl, a new literary journal of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and photography for and by the Black queer community. Celebrate its launch in the Bromo Arts District, featuring a conversation between Ali and contributors Jermaine Bell, Jordan Carter, and Johnnie Ray Kornegay III, with a DJ set by Seven and musical performance by Chaz Warhol. Current Space, 421 N. Howard St. 6-9. p.m. Free.

10/2-3. CHARM CITY BURLESQUE & VARIETY FESTIVAL
Festivals. This is the weekend to get a window into the city’s vibrant performance scene, with two nights of burlesque, belly dancing, sideshows, circus acts, and drag, followed by a dance party with DJ Villainess. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. 7:30 p.m. $51-222. 

10/2-4. FELLS POINT FUN FESTIVAL
Festivals. Six blocks of this historic waterfront neighborhood fill for a full weekend of food, fun, live music, local shopping, and community. 812 S. Ann St. Fri. 5-9 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m. Free. 

10/2-4. MAMA, I’M A BIG GIRL NOW
Theater. Thespians Kerry Butler, Laura Bell Bundy, Marissa Jaret Winokur return to the city that inspired the film-turned-Broadway adaptation of Hairspray, where the trio met as Tracy, Penny, and Amber. They spend the evening reminiscing about the show and performing hits from their musical repertoire. Baltimore Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert St. Showtimes vary. $40-70.      

10/2-4. THE INTERNATIONAL EDGAR ALLEN POE FESTIVAL
Festivals. Edgar Allan Poe passed away in Baltimore 177 years ago. Commemorate the anniversary of the famous poet’s death with the next generation of writers and artists who are inspired by his legacy through live performances, poetry reading, booksellers, and more. Lexington Market, 112 N. Eutaw St. Fri.-Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Prices vary.

10/3-31. NO IDEA BUT IN THINGS
Exhibitions. Ruminate on this collision of works by artists Jim Condron and Dean Kessman, approaching perception from opposite directions. Mono Practice, 212 McAllister St. Fri. 1-5 p.m. Sat. 12-4 p.m. Free. 

10/3-4. CHARM CITY CROSS
Sports. One of North America’s largest professional cyclocross races, this two-day competition features over 1.600 international professional and regional cyclists racing through an exciting city course. Druid Hill Park, 900 Druid Park Lake Dr. 7:45 a.m. $33.20-214.25. 

10/4. BLUE WATER BASH
Festivals. Celebrate the efforts of Blue Water Baltimore to protect our local tributaries with educational  opportunities, family-friendly activities, lunch from Blue Pit BBQ, a full bar, and more. Whitehall Mill, 3300 Clipper Mill Rd. 12-4 p.m. $40-100. 

10/4-2/21. FLASHBACK: TWO CENTURIES OF BALTIMORE PHOTOGRAPHY
Exhibitions. Explore how Baltimore shaped the history and evolution of photography through more than 200 images taken over the past 185 years by the likes of A. Aubrey Bodine, Devin Allen, SHAN Wallace, J.M. Giordano, and many more. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free.  

10/8-11. THE 8X10 GRAND REOPENING
Music. The next chapter of this beloved Federal Hill music venue returns this fall with a weekend-long lineup and already stacked month of live music. The 8×10, 10 E. Cross St. Times & prices vary. 

10/8-6/27. WITH PROFIT AND PLEASURE: THE LEGACY OF JAPANESE PRINTS
Exhibitions. Discover the legacy of Japanese prints and their unexpected influence on the Evergreen’s collection, with a special screening of the original 1954 Godzilla on Oct. 22.  Evergreen Museum & Library. 4545 N. Charles St. Tues.-Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 

10/9-11. MOZART’S DON GIOVANNI
Music. One of Mozart’s masterpieces, this fully staged opera tells the tale of Don Giovanni, a man who can swindle with charm. He unapologetically leaves behind a trail of lies and hurt until a supernatural warning tries to stop him. Watch his fate unwind to the beautiful sounds of a live orchestra. Stephens Hall, 8000 York Rd., Towson. $15-119.15. 

10/9-11/1. MARY SHELLEY’S FRANKENSTEIN
Theater. Playwright David Catlin spins this iconic tale of epic monstrosity through the perspective of Mary Shelley and friends, who spent an evening challenging one another to create scary stories. Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, 7 S. Calvert St. Showtimes vary. $35-111.  

10/9-11/20. PAUL DANIEL: ALTERED COURSE
Exhibitions. Explore a collection of kinetic sculptures by this Baltimore-based artist Paul Daniel, featuring his most modestly scaled kinetic works, providing a more intimate interaction with their movement and balance. Goya Contemporary Gallery, 3000 Chestnut Ave. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 12-4 p.m. goyacontemporary.com. Free.

10/9-12/4. TERRA ALMOST FIRMA
Exhibitions. This group show brings together science and art featuring land-based art made using soil and other natural materials in the Bromo Art District. Zo Gallery, 1905 N. Howard St. Wed. 12-3 p.m. Free. 

10/10. HORSE LORDS
Music. This Baltimore-born experimental rock group performs its one local show of the year, following the release of their second studio album, Demand to be Taken to Heaven Alive! The Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 7 p.m.

10/10-11. BALTIMORE OPEN STUDIO TOUR WEEKEND
Exhibitions. Meet, connect with, and purchase works from some of the city’s most talented artists right from their studios. Get sneak peeks into their creative process and works in progress where the magic happens. Locations vary. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 

10/10-9/5. FLAUNT
Exhibitions. AVAM’s 31st major thematic exhibit features over 60 works from artists across various disciplines who transform everyday materials into amazing creations, ultimately asking visitors to examine how the extraordinary is often right in front of us. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free-$20.  

10/2-11/15. THE PANSY HOUR
Theater. Submersive Productions transports viewers to the “Pansy Crazy,” a moment of mainstream acclaim for queer culture and creative expression in the late 1920s, exploring personal stories of Maryland history through a cabaret drag show, live music, dance, comedy, and more. Fri.-Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $37.35-155.75. 

10/9-12/14. TERRA ALMOST FIRMA
Exhibitions. At Graffiti Alley’s Zo Gallery and Hampden’s Fox Building studios, two simultaneous showcases explore the “almost,” or the ever-changing nature of environmental and social systems. Multiple locations. Times vary. zogallery.com. Free.

10/13. RAUL MIDON
Music. This two-time local Grammy nominee gives an intimate performance of his Latin-infused jazz music featuring both his voice and guitar. An die Musik, 409 N. Charles St. 7 p.m. $10-30. 

10/14-17. GARDEN GLOW
Exhibitions. During this annual autumn party, stroll through gardens filled with hundreds of intricate jack-o-lanterns and illuminated sculptures made by local artists. Plus, enjoy live music, educational activities, food, and drink. Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pke., Monkton. 5-9 p.m. $10-50. 

10/16-12/15. BIG BANG BABY
Exhibitions. Talented local abstractionist and Sondheim finalist LUSMERLIN fuses the quantum physics of her chemical engineer background with spiritual traditions of her Afro-Dominican and Native Taíno roots to explore transformation, divinity, and evolution through generations. Atrium Artspace, 2029 Maryland Ave. Fri.-Sat. 2-5 p.m. atriumartspace. com. Free.

10/16-10/16-2/5. STARS AND STRIPES
Exhibitions. Galerie Myrtis’s 20th anniversary show revisits the topic of its inaugural exhibition in 2008, exploring new interpretations of the symbols and stories that shape the nation. Galerie Myrtis, 2224 N. Charles St. Thurs.-Sat. 2-6 p.m. Free. 

10/17. BALTIMORE RUNNING FESTIVAL
Sports. This multi-race event sends runners across the city to reach a finish line of fun. Whether you are running the marathon or the new Balti-MORON-athon, each race raises money for local charities. Locations & times vary. $71.18-213.53. 

10/18. AMERICAN BELONGING
Music. The Baltimore Choral Arts Society joins author Judith Krummeck to weave listeners through a journey of American music that touches on our nation’s ideals and its history of migration. Goucher College. 1021 Dulaney Valley Rd., Towson. 4 p.m. $65.60-176. 

10/18-11/1. DAY OF THE DEAD COMMUNITY ALTAR & CEREMONY
Festivals. Created by local Mexican-American artist Laura Irene, this immersive exhibition reclaims Día de los Muertos through a community-built altar and participatory installations that invite visitors to remember loved ones, concluding with a community candlelight ceremony with Mexican hot chocolate and pastries. Making Space, 709 N. Howard St. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. 

10/18-11/15. DIFFERENT WORDS FOR HAPPINESS
Theater. Everyman’s Katie Kleiger presents a story full of heart and humanity. When a late-night phone call from an ex-lover forces Ava to confront the ghosts of her past, it leads her to meet an older woman and learn how to harness happiness. Everyman Theatre, 315 W. Fayette St. Times vary. $12.50-105.50.

10/21. SOUR BEEF DINNER
Festivals. Experience this long-standing local tradition of Baltimore’s German community with a feast of marinated sour beef served with homemade potato dumplings, rich gravy, red cabbage, green beans, and other classic accompaniments at this historic downtown church. Zion Church of the City of Baltimore, 400 E. Lexington St. 4 p.m. Prices vary. 

10/23. ARBOORETUM
Festivals. Celebrate the spooky season set against the Cylburn mansion decked out in Halloween décor with guided nature walks through spooky trails, arts and crafts, food vendors, and more. Cylburn Arboretum, 4915 Greenspring Ave. Times & prices vary. 

10/23. HELLRAISERS
Theater. Join The Stoop for an evening of shared stories about rebels, rabble-rousers, and the moments we decided to stop playing nice, set inside a Baltimore landmark, with musical guest Glorian. Historic Mount Vernon Place Church, 10 E. Mt. Vernon Pl. 7 p.m. $25.

10/23-25. THE MAKADO: MAKE AMERICA KINGLY AGAIN!
Theater. Based on “The Mikado” by Gilbert and Sullivan, this musical parody set in a gilded oval office is a wry scrutiny of the Victorian British establishment, with new texts fit for modern American. Baltimore Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St. Fri.-Sat. 7:30 p.m. Sun. 2:30 p.m. $25-35. 

10/24. BARCSTOBERFEST
Festivals. Have lots of pet-friendly fun with the Howl-o-Ween pet costume contest, Barkin’ Beer Garden vendors, the “Ready, Set, SNIFF!” 5K run, and more at this annual festival supporting the Baltimore Animal Rescue & Care Shelter. Patterson Park. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Baltimore St. Prices vary. 

10/24. THE GREAT BALTIMORE LANTERN PARADE
Festivals. Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos with a kids’ costume contest, art-making activities, pop-up performances, and that iconic evening procession of glowing lanterns that light up Patterson Park. Patterson Park, 2601 E. Baltimore St. 4 p.m. Free. 

10/24. THE WALTERS GALA & PARTY
Fundraisers. Join hundreds of local leaders, community partners, and arts supporters to celebrate the impact of the Walters Art Museum with dinner and dancing in the galleries. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. 6 p.m. $250-50,000.

10/24. HALLOWEEN BALTIMORE
Festivals. Creep through multiple floors of immersive experiences toward a rooftop dance party during the Science Center’s annual costumed bash, this year featuring funk bands and an outer-space theme. Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. $55-120.

10/24. DOORS OPEN BALTIMORE
Exhibitions. For one day only, up to 50 typically closed historic buildings open their doors to the public. Wander through these architectural masterpieces and learn about their chapters in local history. Locations & times vary. Free. 

10/28-5/7/2027. DECOYS OF THE CHESAPEAKE
Exhibitions. Explore the traditions of Chesapeake waterfowling with a showcase of historic decoys, paintings, sporting artifacts, and more. Maryland Center for History and Culture, 610 Park Ave. 5-7 p.m. mdhistory.org. Free. 

10/30-11/1. PSYCHO IN CONCERT
Music. The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra performs the iconic score of this Alfred Hitchcock thriller, bringing that hair-raising music to life alongside a screening of film. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $29-133. 

10/29-31. ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
Film. Just in time to honor the late Tim Curry, join these screenings of the Rocky Horror Picture Show’s new restored film with a live shadow cast, costume contest, and audience participation. The Hippodrome Theatre, 12 N. Eutaw St. Times vary. $36-80. . 

10/30-11/7. THE ORB OF PONDERING
Theater. The Baltimore Rock Opera Society presents a concert opera inspired by tabletop, fantasy, role-playing games, in which a clumsy caravan of wise-cracking warriors must work together to save their city from tyrannical evil. Zion Church of the City of Baltimore, 400 E. Lexington St. Times & prices vary. 

10/31. HALLOWEN ATP
Music. This is a tradition not to miss. Come dressed in costume for this unique concert experience featuring local musicians performing ten-minute, one-time-only shows. Current Space, 421 N. Howard St. 6 p.m. $17.19-19.30.  

10/31. SUN RA ARKESTRA HALLOWEEN SPECTACULAR
Music. Come dressed in costume for a Halloween celebration with this legendary outer-space jazz-meets-big-band musical collective. Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster St. 6 & 9 p.m. $55-65.

10/31. MONSTER MENAGERIE
Party. Grab your most ghoulish garb for a dazzling show featuring all-star Baltimore drag performers, plus games, dance, and prizes for best costume. Manor Mill, 2029 Monkton Rd., Monkton. 7-10 p.m. $24-40. 

9/16-5/7. JERRELL GIBBS: COME HOME WITH ME
Exhibitions. Five years ago, Jerrell Gibbs was selected to paint the official portrait of Congressman Elijah Cummings, to be at the Baltimore Museum of Art before moving to its permanent location inside the U.S. Capitol. This moment helped put the West Baltimore native and Maryland Institute College of alum on the map, and ever since, his star has only continued to steadily rise.

Now he returns to the BMA for the first major solo exhibition of his work at the local institution. Explore 35 brand-new paintings inspired by the people, places, and experiences that have shaped his life as a Black American born and raised in this city. Evoking the home of his Aunt Ella, from her porch to her living room to her back yard, this exhibition establishes the gallery as an essential gathering place, inspiring a sense of connection and community for all who enter. Baltimore Museum of Art. 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free.

9/3. A GAY LITTLE HISTORY OF MARYLAND
Lectures & Classes. Local librarian Ben Egerman has compiled a captivating window into the state’s LGBTQ+ history. Find those stories collected in his new book, published with the help of Red Emma’s, with an author talk and signed copies. The Ivy Bookshop, 5928 Falls Rd. 6 p.m. Free. 

9/3. J. RODDY WALSTON
Music. WTMD presents the last First Thursday concert of the year, with this beloved, once-Baltimore-based alt-rock band, plus Annapolis’ Pressing Strings and high-energy MR VCR. Canton Waterfront Park, 3001 Boston St. 5-10 p.m. Free.

9/3-4. FREDERICK DOUGLASS FREEDOM DAYS
History. Commemorate the 188th anniversary of Frederick Douglass’ escape from slavery in historic Fells Point. Baltimore Black Heritage Tours founder Lou Fields leads the Frederick Douglass Path to Freedom Walking Tour, followed by the Douglass lecture, a book fair and the Douglass exhibit. Fells Point Square, 888 S. Broadway & Thames. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free-$135.

9/5. CHARLES STREET 12
Sports. Starting at The Shops at Kenilworth and heading downtown through Charles Street, race through charming neighborhoods and some of the state’s most esteemed institutions during this beloved annual run. The Shops at Kenilworth, 800 Kenilworth Dr., Towson. 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $70.90-139.80. 

9/5. CHARM CITY LIVE
Festivals. For the fifth year, celebrate the magic of Charm City with this downtown festival, featuring local food, art vendors, kids’ activities for kids, and live music acts like Boyz II Men. War Memorial Plaza, 100 Holliday St. 12-9 p.m. Free. 

9/5. KACEY MUSGRAVES
Music. After her latest album took chart-topping flight, this country pop star heads to Baltimore to perform Middle of Nowhere. Come ready to dance in sparkles and cowgirl boots. CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 7:30 p.m. $66-322+. 

9/5-10/3. RONALD JACKSON
Exhibitions. A collection of new paintings by Ronald Jackson as part of an ongoing exploration of identity, memory, and portraiture. These works feature new visual language,  masked and adorned figures set against richly patterned backdrops, extending the artist’s signature style into fresh territory. Galerie Myrtis, 2224 N. Charles St. Thurs-Sat. 2-6 p.m. Free.

9/8. RECLASSIFIED BY PETULA CAESAR
Theater. Local playwright Petula Caesar presents a new extended performance of the 10-minute play, “Shades of Honor,” taking place on a segregated Army base in 1945. PFC Lee Walters discovers that his military records have been modified, sparking an exploration of identity in a divided nation. Strand Theater, 5426 Harford Rd. 7 p.m. $15. 

9/8-13. GOOD NEIGHBOR DESIGN CAMP
Classes & Lectures. This inspiring camp for creatives returns for its fifth year, themed “A Celebration of Hands and Craft,” with workshops and events led by artists and makers from near and far. Good Neighbor, 3927 Falls Rd. Times & prices vary. 

9/10. BROMO ART WALK
Exhibitions. Along the Light Rail through the Bromo Arts District, stroll through dozens of galleries, music venues, theaters, and arts collectives for free exhibits and live performances during this beloved biannual event. Bromo Arts District. 5-9 p.m. Free.

9/10. AMERICA IN PURSUIT
Exhibitions. WYPR and the Maryland Center for History & Culture welcome Baltimore resident and “All Things Considered” anchor Juana Summers, former Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden, and Afro CEO Toni Draper for a discussion about the First Amendment. Maryland Center for History, 610 Park Ave. 7-8:30 p.m. $20-30. 

9/10-10/17. ROUGHED OUT 
Exhibitions. At the Red Giant gallery in the Bromo Arts District, ogle the impressive works of contemporary stone sculptors, including both national and local craftsmen like Baltimore’s own Sebastian Martorana, who carves artworks out of reclaimed local marble, including the city’s famous steps. Red Giant, 403 N. Paca St. By appointment. Free. 

9/10-11/7. NATURAL HERSTORIES
Exhibitions. This powerful group exhibit explores women artists’ tangled relationship with nature, challenging a history of patriarchal domination and reclaiming the use of natural elements. Maryland Art Place, 218 W. Saratoga St. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

9/11-12. MENCKEN DAY
Lectures & Classes. Consider the legacy of notorious Sun columnist H.L. Mencken with a full Saturday of pop-up exhibitions, talks, and more. Start things early on Friday with a peek into the rare books from the writer’s massive personal library. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. Fri. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

9/11-13. DEFENDERS’ DAY
Festivals. The city’s oldest holiday has been celebrated since 1815, honoring its successful defense from British attack in 1814, as well as the writing of the national anthem. Experience live history demonstrations, musical performances, and other activities to explore the legacy of Fort McHenry. Fort McHenry, 2400 E. Fort Ave. Hours vary. Free-$15. 

9/12. LOCUST POINT FESTIVAL
Festivals. Celebrate this southeast Baltimore neighborhood with a full day of outdoor festivities, from food and drink to a variety of vendors, music, and family-friendly activities. Latrobe Park, 1627 E. Fort Ave. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 

9/12. BMORE VEGAN BLOCK PARTY
Festivals. Whether you are vegan or just into delicious local food, all are welcome to enjoy the incredible flavors at this zero-waste culinary gathering, also featuring live entertainment, wellness activities, and kids’ activities downtown. Center Plaza, 100 N. Charles St. 3-8 p.m. Free.

9/13-10/24. LAGNIAPPE
Exhibitions. This show title is deeply tied to New Orleans, where the Cajun term means a small extra gift. Self-taught painter Greg Bridges explores his Louisiana heritage through these works. New Door Creative, 1601 St. Paul St. By appointment. Free.

9/17. THEN & NOW: THE BOUNTY OF THE BAY
Exhibitions. Explore lived experiences of the workers behind Maryland’s blue crab industry in a new program that makes connections between crabbing, immigration, migration, and the diverse workforce that built the Chesapeake’s most iconic industry. Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy. Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free-$15.

9/17-26. LAURA BENANTI
Comedy. This Tony Award-winning comedian’s one-woman show blends Broadway-style original music with brutally honest, brilliantly funny storytelling about motherhood, people pleasing, and the delights that come with aging, Baltimore Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert St. Times vary. $40-70. 

9/18. ALI WONG LIVE
Comedy. This Emmy Award-winning comedian, actress, writer, and producer Ali Wong performs with her usual unapologetically raw and hilarious takes on motherhood, marriage, cultural identity, and more. Experience Wong’s unfiltered humor live for an unforgettable show. Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. 7 p.m. $64-214. 

9/19. BALTIMORE BOOK FESTIVAL
Festivals. In 1996, Mayor Kurt Schmoke’s “The City That Reads” initiative brought about this wonderful celebration of books, and it is a tradition that lives on today. This year’s literary lineup features local and national authors, literary panels, youth events and more page-turning activities. Waverly Main St, 418 E. 32nd St. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 

9/19. VOICES OF HISTORY STREET FAIR
Festivals. Rescheduled from earlier this year, this community block party brings together Baltimoreans to enjoy local art, food, entertainment, and a chance to experience the new Henrietta Lacks figure at the National Great Blacks In Wax Museum. National Great Blacks in Wax Museum, 1601-03 E. North Ave. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 

9/23. OPEN FOR BUSINESS
Theater. In partnership with Lexington Market, Stoop Storytelling presents an evening of stories about the market’s history and the people who have shaped its legacy with live music by Spice Jazz. Lexington Market, 112 N. Eutaw St. 7 p.m. $25. 

9/24-27. HIGH ZERO
Festivals. For one weekend, Baltimore becomes a breeding ground for the elite improvisational musicians from across the world, highlighting the city’s rich subcultural music scene. Artists of all skill levels come together for collaborative experimental music-making for concerts, pickup street performances, and more. Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St. Times vary. $15-75. 

9/25. OTTOBAR’S 29TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY
Music. In honor of this beloved rock venue’s nearly three-decade legacy, catch performances by regional acts like Baltimore’s own War on Women, Ted Leo Rye Coalition, and Sleepytime Trio. Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 7 p.m. $35.46. 

9/25-27. ALL THINGS GO
Music. Hang out at Merriweather for a weekend full of music from can’t-miss indie artists like Hayley Williams, Mitski, Brandi Carlile, and more. Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia. 11 a.m. $169-894. 

9/25-27. BALTIMORE COMIC-CON
Festivals. Comic lovers and fan-favorite characters convene to meet creators, illustrators, and influencers and hunt for rare collectibles alongside real live comic legends. Baltimore Convention Center, 1 W. Pratt St. Fri. 1-7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $40-560. 

9/25-11/7. FOLKS AT INTIMATE PLAY
Exhibitions. In this solo exhibition, multidisciplinary artist SHAN Wallace returns home to present a collection of print, a new part of the Baltimore native and longtime photographer’s practice. Current Space, 421 N. Howard St. Sat. 1-5 p.m. Free.

9/25-2/1. CHORA
Exhibitions. In this collection of new paintings by local artist Emma Childs, explore deeply reflective works that also invite viewer activation. Mount Vernon Place United Methodist Church, 10 E. Mt. Vernon Pl. Hours vary. Free.

TO 9/26. SIDE BY SIDE: THE GURLZ OF BALTIMORE
Exhibitions. In this first-ever public exhibition featuring the nine women of the “Gurlz of Baltimore” group, soak up the legacy of these female forces within the Baltimore’s art scene, such as Joyce J. Scott, Oletha DeVane, and more. Goya Contemporary, 3000 Chestnut Ave. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 

9/26. AVAM PET PARADE & MUTT GALA
Exhibitions. A parade of furry fashionistas strut their stuff on the red carpet in Met Gala-inspired looks, followed by a talent show in which paws, claws, and feathers can compete to win awards like Celebrity Look-Alike and Best Visionary Hairdo. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Free. 

9/26. LITHUANIAN FESTIVAL
Festivals. In this annual celebration, become immersed in Lithuanian culture and customs, from authentic food, drink, and art to folk dancing and an after-party in Hollins Market. Lithuanian Hall, 851 Hollins St. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $5. 

9/26. PIGTOWN FESTIVAL
Festivals. Though the annual “Squeakness” pig races are a beloved traditional for some, not all, the rest of this South Baltimore festival offers a sense of neighborhood community to attendees of all ages, featuring live music, arts and crafts vendors, and an extra-large kids zone. Pigtown Main Street, 763 Washington Blvd. 12-7 p.m. Free. 

9/26. LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
Theater. Forty years since its premiere, this cult-classic sci-fi musical comedy will be screened downtown with none other than the production’s original Audrey, Ellen Greene, with special meet-and-greet tickets available for signed memorabilia and photo-ops. M&T Bank Exchange, 401 W. Fayette St. 2 & 7 p.m. $30.75-175.

9/26. BRUSH MURAL FEST
Festivals. Local artists come together to beautify a neighborhood with the help of volunteer painters. This year, teams of two will pair up to complete six original murals that highlight their talents and foster community connection. Location & time to come. Free. 

9/26. THE LEGACY CHASE
Sports. It’s been 25 years of this steeplechase horserace that pays tribute to the sport’s tradition in Maryland. Enjoy food, drink, and live music as you cheer on elite horses and talented jockeys across the Cockeysville countryside. Shawan Downs, 1402 Shawan Rd. Time to come. $50-1,500.

9/27. ABELL COMMUNITY STREET FAIR
Festivals. Join the Abell Improvement Association for a neighborhood celebration set against the backdrop of northeast Baltimore’s iconic colorful rowhomes. Expect live music, local vendors, food trucks, family activities, and more. Abell Ave. & 32nd St. 12-5 p.m. Free. 

TO 10/21. LIGHTS TO THE LAMP
Exhibitions. Curator by local painting legend Ernest Show, this showcase of visual art teachers and instructors from Baltimore City and County highlights these educators’ roles as both creators and cultivators within our communities. Motor House, 120 W. North Ave. Times vary. Free.

TO 11/24. SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW OF ROW HOMES, WE FLY
Exhibitions. From curator Angela N. Carroll, this intergenerational exhibit explores themes of home, memory, and community in Baltimore through experimental and interdisciplinary practices, from film and floating installation to photographic triptychs by the likes of Jeffrey Kent, Ernest Shaw, SHAN Wallace, Nia June, and more. University of Maryland Baltimore County, Center for Art, Design, and Visual Culture, 1000 Hilltop Cl., Fine Arts Building 105. Tues.-Wed. 12-5 p.m., Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

For even more hot happenings, check our our annual Fall Arts Preview, here. 

8/29. LOVE GROOVE FESTIVAL
Festivals. Ten years ago, local musician John Tyler got an idea. The Baltimore music scene was full of talented artists and only had so many platforms to showcase them. Sure, there were plenty of local venues, but most of the city’s big festivals looked to national acts to fill their lineups. The Hoes Heights native wanted to change that.

Enter the Love Groove Festival, which has grown from a small concert to a showcase of Baltimore’s talent. Not only are many of the musicians local, but so are the stage designers, event photographers, day-of staffers, and more, with this event also working to foster economic growth and build community.

This year, find big-name headliners like experimental pianist Robert Glasper and rising rapper Saba alongside local heavyweights like the Grammy Award-winning D.K. The Punisher, up-and-coming DJs Styles Bond and Tromac, and Tyler himself. Plus, peruse an art gallery, pop into stalls featuring local restaurants and boutique shops, and soak up the Harbor Point waterfront with friends and family. Admission is free for kids 12 and under. Point Park, 1215 Willis St. 12-8 p.m.$29-209.

8/1-2. FLUID MOVEMENT
Dance. In Candy Land of Pleasant Living, the city’s beloved water ballet troupe takes you on a flavor-filled journey to save the Domino Sugar Factory from the evil Lord Natty Boh. Clifton Park Pool, 2013 Sinclair Ln. Sat-Sun. 5 & 7 p.m. $23.18. 

8/5 -10/21: LIGHTS TO THE LAMP
Exhibitions. Curated by local painting legend Ernest Shaw, this showcase of visual art teachers and instructors from Baltimore City and County highlights these educators’ roles as both creators and cultivators within our communities. Motor House, 120 W. North Ave. Times vary. Free. 

8/6. FINDING YOUR REVOLUTIONARY ANCESTORS
Lectures & Classes. Librarian Francis O’Neill and research coordinator Micah Connor teach participants how to search genealogy records dating back to the Revolutionary War. Maryland Center for History & Culture, 610 Park Ave. 5-7 p.m. Free. 

8/6. BEST OF BALTIMORE
Festivals. Baltimore magazine’s Best of Baltimore Party is back with one big night of celebrating this city and all the artists, restaurants, and businesses, and organizations that make it special. Come dressed to impress for live music curated by the aforementioned Love Groove Music Festival, food and drink from dozens of local dining establishments, dancing, games, and much more. M&T Bank Stadium, 1101 Russell St. 7-11 p.m. $150-175. 

8/6. PINKSHIFT
Music. What started as a group of friends at Johns Hopkins University is now a fast-rising rock group known for their high-octane shows. Celebrate the re-release of their debut EP with five demos that never made the cut. Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 7 p.m. $28.37-48.91.

8/6. CHARM CITY BURLESQUE FUNDTEASER 
Fundraisers & Galas. Enjoy an evening of burlesque and variety shows by local performers to support the upcoming Charm City Burlesque and Variety Festival. Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Ave. 7-9:30 p.m. $20-30. 

8/7-30. 10X10X10
Theater. This aptly named short play showcase features 10 short plays written by 10 local playwrights performed by 10 Baltimore performers. When the curtain falls, the audience votes on the winning play. Fells Point Corner Theatre, 251 S. Ann St. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $25-50. 

8/8-15. BALTIMORE FASHION WEEK
Festivals. The latest collections from Baltimore designers debut during multiple events throughout the city, from a kick-off Fashion Remix mixer at the Walters Art Museum coinciding with the Douriean Fletcher jewelry exhibition on Aug. 9 to two nights of runways at the Baltimore War Memorial on Aug. 14-15. Locations, times, and prices vary.

8/10-11. BTS WORLD TOUR 2026
Music. These global K-pop superstars take the stage at M&T Bank Stadium with iconic dance performances and fan-favorite songs. M&T Bank Stadium, 1101 Russell St. 8 p.m. $136-11,634.

8/13-16. THE RECORDS & THE RUSE
Theater. This one-of-a-kind documentary theater performance turns undisclosed law-enforcement files and cross-border state archives into scripted re-enactments of a Baltimore Black Panther frame-up. Projected archival media, news footage, and evidence immerse the audience into real archives that complement the story. The Voxel, 9 W. 25th St. 7:30 p.m. Free-$40. 

8/14-9/6. BOCKING
Theater. Attend the world premiere of this new on-stage satire that begins when two children unknowingly embarrass their parents by repeating what they overheard at home. In the principal’s office, more secrets unravel with humor and a dose of the unexpected. Baltimore Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert St. Times vary. $25-80. 

8/20-22. STEVE-O
Comedy. Following the recent Jackass finale, this comedian and stunt legend presents his all-new Crash and Burn Tour, featuring never-before-seen footage, outrageous stories, and untamed humor. Magooby’s Joke House, 9603 Deereco Rd. Thurs. 7:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 7 & 9:30 p.m. $34.99-46.99. 

8/26-2/7. DIVINE INSPIRATION
Exhibitions. To commemorate the 800th anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi’s death, the Walters showcases the St. Francis Missal, a 12th-century manuscript that is believed to be a relic of St. Francis himself. 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. Free. 

8/27. THE LIFE OF KINGS
Theater. Stoop Storytellers share true tales of the challenging, strange, and sometimes silly work of journalism, with live tunes from City Paper Music. Featured speakers include reporters, editors, photographers, and others who have found themselves in the throes of hunting leads, breaking headlines, and history itself. Checkerspot Brewing Company, 1421 Ridgely St. 7 p.m. $25. 

8/27-9/13. MARYLAND STATE FAIR
Festivals. Step right up! It wouldn’t be a Maryland summer without a weekend at the fair. There’s something for everyone, whether you’re in it for the thrill of the Midway rides or the crunch of the kettle corn. Stroll through the Exhibition Hall’s endless vendors, where you can spot blue-ribbon tomatoes, canned jams, and more. Plus, witness all the livestock in the Cow Palace and even sign up for puppy or goat yoga. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Lutherville-Timonium. Thurs. 5-9 p.m., Fri.-Mon. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. $8.25-55.50. 

8/28. DEEP SUGAR TRANSMUTATION VOYEUR
Exhibitions. With inspiration from works on view at the BMA, Alice and Franklin Cooley Composer in Residence Ultra Naté performs dancefloor classics paired with movement and visual artistry. This powerful live production invites you to move and explore themes of evolution, identity, and transcendence. Baltimore Museum of Art Wurtzburger Sculpture Garden, 10 Art Museum Dr. 7-11 p.m. $30. 

8/28-30. SUBSCAPE
Music. During this growing annual music festival, Baltimore’s boisterous underground music scene boils over for a weekend of 60+ local punk, alternative, and metal bands at Current Space and Le Mondo. This year, catch Super City, Natural Velvet, Gasket, The Beach People, and many more. Locations vary. Fri. 6 p.m.- 1 a.m., Sat. 12 p.m.-1 a.m., Sun. 12-6 p.m. Free. 

8/29-30. EKIBEN NIGHT MARKET
Festivals. Ekiben’s culinary wizards recreate the magic of Taiwanese open-air markets with an array of food and drink offerings, local vendors, music, and much more along the Fells Point waterfront. Jackson’s Wharf, 1500 Thames St. Sat. 4-10 p.m., Sun. 12-4 p.m. $25-125. 

8/29-10/25. MARYLAND RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
Festivals. For two months, the woods of Anne Arundel County transform into King Henry VIII’s kingdom, complete with 140 artisans, 200 performers, old-time eateries, and much more. Extra points for arriving in period garb. 1821 Crownsville Rd., Annapolis. Days & times vary. $17-31. 

8/30-9/27. KIM’S CONVENIENCE
Theater. Now a hit Netflix series, Ins Choi’s award-winning comedy follows a South Korean family and the ins and outs of their convenience store. Stroll through the aisles with proud owner and immigrant Mr. Kim as he works tirelessly to keep the business thriving. Everyman Theatre, 315 W. Fayette St. Times & prices vary. 

7/9-30. FLICKS FROM THE HILL
Film. Every Thursday, enjoy a movie night under the stars with outdoor screenings of family favorites like “The Wiz,” “A Wrinkle in Time,” “Men in Black,” and “Labyrinth.” Arrive early to snag the best spot on the hill, plus after-hours museum admission, movie-inspired activities, and food trucks. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. Thurs. 5-9 p.m. Free.

7/4. INNER HARBOR FIREWORKS
Festivals. On America’s 250th birthday, there will be no shortage of celebrations throughout Mid-Atlantic, from nearby Washington, D.C. to our temporary U.S. capitol in Annapolis, to the historic streets of Baltimore. And if you find yourself near the Inner Harbor, you can bet on double the dazzle as colorful fireworks fill the sky over the waterfront. 

For free family fun, festivities kick off at the amphitheater on Pratt Street, followed by live music along the promenade and a silent disco at Point Park. Also consider the Baltimore Museum of Industry as your vantage point for its epic views and evening activities. After the rockets’ red glare, catch a drone show that launches from Middle Branch Park. 

7/3-4. BSO’S STAR-SPANGLED 250
Music. Pack a picnic and celebrate Independence Day with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra during its outdoor concert featuring classic patriotic tunes from “The Star-Spangled Banner” to the Star Wars score, followed by a spectacular fireworks show. Oregon Ridge, 13401 Beaver Dam Rd., Cockeysville. 8 p.m. $20-30. 

7/4. B&O’S 250TH ALL-AMERICAN BASH
Festivals. All aboard the American Freedom Train No. 1., which last hit the tracks was nearly 50 years ago during the nation’s Bicentennial. Step into history with live music, a BBQ lunch, craft beer, and more for the whole family. B&O Railroad Museum, 901 W. Pratt St. 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $12-20. 

7/5. BACH HANDEL & FAURE
Music. Celebrate 250 years of American music with a performance by the Bach In Baltimore Concert Choir and Orchestra, which will be one of Maestro T. Herbert Dimmock’s final shows of his nearly 40-year tenure. St. Joseph Parish, 100 Church Ln. 4 p.m. Free. 

7/6. LADEW BUTTERFLY HOUSE
Outdoors. The Ladew Butterfly House opens for the season until late September with a guided tour to learn about these insects, their favorite plants, and how to support their habitat, as well as a chance to view them at different life stages. Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pke., Monkton. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Free-$22.  

TO 7/8. UNFINISHED REPUBLIC
Exhibitions. This group show explores the unfinished business of the American experiment, featuring works by local artists like Sonya Jclark, Joyce J. Scott, Paul Rucker, Elizabeth Talford Scott, and more. Goya Contemporary, 3000 Chestnut Ave. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 12-4 p.m. Free. 

7/8. BENSON BOONE: WANTED MAN TOUR 2026
Music. After his recently sold-out global American Heart Tour, this rising pop star is backflipping right back into the spotlight in downtown Baltimore. CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 8 p.m. $53-406. 

7/9-22. YOUNG BLOOD
Exhibitions. Since 2008, the Young Blood program has helped give local Masters of Fine Arts students both a platform and opportunity to connect with other blossoming artists. In the Bromo Arts District, see extraordinary selections from their recent thesis projects. Maryland Art Place, 218 W. Saratoga St. Tues.-Sat. 12-4 p.m. Free. 

7/9-26. VARIATIONS ON SILENCE
Theater. For the 22nd year, Rapid Lemon Productions presents a series of 10-minute plays from local playwrights, exploring last year’s audience-selected theme: “Silence!” Strand Theater, 5426 Harford Rd. $10-25. 

7/10. ORIOLES TURNSTILE NIGHT
Music. The Birds take on the Royals with a special collaboration with this Baltimore-bred, Grammy Award winning hardcore band, with fans who purchased special tickets taking home a limited-edition Turnstile-Orioles jersey. Oriole Park at Camden Yards, 333 W. Camden St. 7:05 p.m. $75.14-124.23. 

7/10-12. BALTIMORE/WASHINGTON ONE CARNIVAL & CARIBBEAN FESTIVAL
Festivals. For one full weekend, this annual fete brings a Caribbean-style parade complete with colorful masquerade bands, live music, dancing stilt walkers, and more family-friendly festivities to Druid Hill Park. Druid Hill Park, 900 Druid Park Lake Dr. Fri. 3-10 p.m., Sat. 12 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Free. 

TO 7/11. CLAIMING THE FUTURE
Exhibitions. High-school students and undergraduates across Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia showcase artworks on the theme of “Claim the Future,” exploring vulnerability, climate solutions, and a future to strive for. Crow’s Nest, 116 W. Mulberry St. 1-4 p.m. Free. 

7/11. 90 YEARS OF THE LINOTYPE
Festivals. Celebrate the machine that revolutionized printing and was printed right in Baltimore with hands-on activities, Twilight Zone film screenings, and a birthday cake to boot. Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free, 

7/11. PLRLS
Music. This beloved Baltimore-based New Wave punk band celebrates the release of their fourth album, Sleeping in a Dress, joined by other local opening acts Twings, Party Nerves, and Choking Boys. Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 7 p.m. $21.17-31.45. 

7/16-10/31/27. THE LINES WE CROSS
Exhibitions. To coincide with America’s 250th birthday, this new multi-floor exhibition traces how Black Marylanders shaped the social, cultural, and political landscape of America. Reginald F. Lewis Museum, 830 E. Pratt St. Mon. Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m. Free-$12. 

7/17-8/29. THE BIG SHOW
Exhibitions. This beloved Highlandtown arts center presents its annual members show, with works for sale, too. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. Tues.-Sat. 12-5 p.m

7/18. DISABILITY PRIDE ARTS FEST
Festivals. Celebrate Disability Pride Month with Make Studio, the Maryland Department of Disabilities, and the Enoch Pratt Free Library with arts organizations, mini-art workshops, stage performances, and more. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 

7/18-19. STAVROS HALKIAS: THE DREAMBOAT TOUR
Comedy. This unabashedly brazen comedian, writer, and actor may live in the Big Apple now, but he hasn’t forgotten his Baltimore roots on tour. Known for his Ravens superfan character Ronnie, the comedian returns home to bring laughs to the city that raised him—a rescheduled date from April after Stavvy broke his arm in a motor scooter accident. The Lyric, 140 W. Mt. Royal Ave. 7 p.m. $38.90-257.05. 

7/18-19. PHISH
Music. On the heels of their 14th studio album, this iconic, cult-followed jam brand lures the masses to Columbia for two nights of funk, psychedelia, and rock n’ roll, with the performance featuring all four original members. Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. 7 p.m. $62-186.  

7/21-25. DOLL PARTS…
Theater. In this one-trans-woman show about self-discovery and transitioning gender in later life, walk with Nikki Ann Hartman through hormone-therapy-induced puberty, dating, menopause, and self-realization in her 60s. The Voxel, 9 W. 25th St. 7:30 p.m. $10-30.

7/25. KOJO ASTRONAUT
Music. A perfect pairing to the museum’s current Douriean Fletcher exhibition, Afro House presents a new work that thumbs through love, liberation, and our relationship to the universe, with artistic director Scott Patterson pushing the boundaries of music beyond sound. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. 3 p.m. Free. 

7/25. FETE CHAMPETRE
Festivals. This lavish garden party takes picnicking to the next level with live entertainment, local vendors, and next-level food and drinks overlooking Middle Branch Park’s beautiful waterfront. Middle Branch Park, 3301 Waterview Ave. 4-10 p.m. $69.40-1,116.16. 

7/25-8/2. FLUID MOVEMENT
Performance. In their Candy Land production, the beloved water-ballet performance troupe takes you on a flavor-filled journey through the city to save the Domino Sugar Factory from the evil Lord Natty Boh. Riverside Park Pool & Clifton Park Pool. Sat.-Sun. 5 & 7 p.m. Prices vary. 

7/31. BALTIMORE’S BIRTHDAY BASH
Festivals. Baltimore is celebrating its 297th birthday, and you’re invited. Dance the night away with DJ Tanz, an open bar, light bites, and birthday desserts from local vendors. Baltimore War Memorial, 101 N. Gay St. 7 p.m. $58.85-132.49. 

7/31. MUSIC UNDER THE DOME: THE GRATEFUL DEAD
Music. Roll away the dew and take a trip through the cosmos set to the Grateful Dead’s greatest hits with this dance party at the Maryland Science Center’s planetarium. Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St. 8 p.m. $35. 

TO 8/9. FRIENDS OF PATTERSON PARK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Music. Enjoy live music beneath the beautiful Patterson Park Observatory for select Sunday evenings each month. Performances include Downtown Tumbao, U.S. Army Band Downrange feat. Charm City Sings, and the Haitian Caribbean Festival Concert. Patterson Park, 2601 E. Baltimore St. Days vary. 6-8 p.m. Free. 

TO 8/22. 5×5 BALTIMORE: THE ART OF BLACK MEN
Exhibitions. In the Bromo Arts District, view works by Black male visual artists from Baltimore and Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley, exploring themes of memory, identity, resilience, cultural sovereignty, and self-determination in a variety of mediums. Eubie Blake Cultural Center, 847 N. Howard St. Wed.-Fri. 1-6 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 

TO JULY 2028. FLAG HOUSE 250TH EXHIBIT
Exhibitions. This two-year exhibit features eight specially selected artists representing communities across the state to chronicle the last 250 years through the lives of Marylanders. The community is encouraged to engage with the artwork to create an evolving narrative during the span of the exhibit. Star-Spangled Banner Flag House & Museum, 844 E. Pratt St. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free-$9. 

6/19-21. AFRAM 50
Festivals. This month marks the 50th anniversary of AFRAM. Every summer, over 100,000 people come together for this beloved annual festival and collective celebration of Black culture. One of the largest events of its kind on the East Coast, it will return this year to the verdant greenspace of Druid Hill Park for three days over Juneteenth weekend. Expect nothing short of spectacular fun for the whole family with live music and performances by the likes of Charlie Wilson, SWV, and Mario, as well as local food and drink, children’s activities, arts and crafts, and more. Druid Hill Park, 900 Druid Park Lake Dr. Fri. 3-9 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 12-9 p.m. Free.

6/4. WTMD’S FIRST THURSDAYS
Music. It’s that time of year again. Baltimore’s largest free outdoor music festival is back, with the beloved summer concert series from local radio station 89.7 FM featuring live music from local and national acts outside along the Canton waterfront every first Thursday of the month through September. Canton Waterfront Park, 3001 Boston St. Thurs. 5:30-10 p.m. Free.

6/5-14. WATERFRONT WEEK
Festivals. This new 10-day fest celebrates the Baltimore waterfront with arts, entertainment, recreational, and community events along the harbor all week long. Locations, times, & prices vary. 

6/6. CHARLES STREET PROMENADE
Festivals. For one day only, historic Charles Street shuts down for pedestrians to roam from business to business, shop sidewalk sales and the BLK ASS Flea Market, partake in walking tours, and more. Charles St. between North Ave. and Saratoga St. 6-9 p.m. 

6/6. THE BEACH BOYS
Music. For one night along the Inner Harbor, soak up good vibrations with these legends of surf rock who flooded the 1960s with all-time greatest hits like “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” and “Surfin’ U.S.A.” Pier Six Pavilion, 731 Eastern Ave. 7:30 p.m. $30-220.

6/6-7/19. HOMAGE TO BALTIMORE QUILTING COMPETITION
Exhibitions. Mayor Brandon Scott invites fiber artists of all skill levels to compete by creating original quilt works inspired by Baltimore’s past, present, and future, showcasing the city through fabric. Also on view in this Bromo Arts District gallery, see works by local artists local artists Amy Boone-McCreesh and Libby Rosa. Current Space, 421 N. Howard St. Sat. 1-5 p.m. Free.

6/8-14. BALTIMORE PRIDE
Festivals. Raise your rainbows for a week of festivities celebrating Baltimore’s LGBTQ+ community. This year’s theme is “50 Shades of Pride,” in honor of five decades of solidarity and celebration in this city, with its Pride festival dating back to 1975. Take part in events across multiple neighborhoods like happy hours, block parties, the beloved Pride Parade, and after-party in Druid Hill Park. Locations, times, & prices vary. 

6/10. DEVO
Music. This iconic New Wave group brings its punkish approach to Mount Vernon, including hits like “Whip It” and “Uncontrollable Urge,” complemented by the band’s signature stage presence and visuals. Lyric Baltimore, 140 W. Mount Royal Ave. 8 p.m. $47.65-444.65. 

6/12. ZOOMERANG
Fundraisers & Galas. Celebrate 150 years of roaring fun at the Maryland Zoo with a night of music, dinner, drinks, and dancing. In honor of the new red panda exhibit, the dress code is “red tie,” with a sneak peek of the new red panda habitat. All proceeds benefit the Zoo’s animal care and conservation. The Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl. 6-11 p.m. $150-250.

6/12. TWURL
Performance. In this new monthly social gathering and DJ night curated by musician and composer Abdu Mongo Ali, local Black queer artists unite for performances that show off their creativity. Current Space, 421 N. Howard St. 6 p.m. Free.

6/13. BALTIMORE FLOATILLA
Festivals. Despite last year’s rain check, the Floatilla is back this year with a splash. Kayak 5 miles from the Canton Waterfront to the Inner Harbor, with paddlers encouraged to dress up in their best ’70s-themed threads. Canton Waterfront Park, 3001 Boston St. 7 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $40-85. 

6/12-13. CHARM CITY ART SPACE REUNION
Music. The beloved punk music venue Charm City Art Space closed in 2016, but its legacy reunites for two nights, with a lineup loaded with local and regional hardcore bands like Rob Sullivan of Ruiner, Ousted, Beach Creeper, and more to benefit the Amica Center for Immigrant Rights. Friday: Royal Blue, 1733 Maryland Avene. Saturday: Metro Baltimore, 1700 N. Charles St. Times & prices vary. 

6/14. RUN-UP-TO-JUNETEENTH
Fundraisers & Galas. The SEED School of Maryland presents this annual 5K run and 1-mile walk to support its college transition program, with racers encourages to dress up in retro-themed attire to honor the first AFRAM Festival in 1976. Druid Hill Park, 900 Druid Park Lake Dr. 8:30-10:30 a.m. $39.10.

6/20. ARTFUL CELEBRATIONS
Festivals. In honor of Juneteenth, enjoy Black artistry and culture with family-friendly activities, artist talks, storytelling time, and pop-up shops, with a guided tour of the museum’s collection of works by artists of color. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free-$20. 

6/20. SCIENCE CENTER SOLSTICE
Fundraisers & Galas. Celebrate the Maryland Science Center’s 50th birthday party with science demonstrations, interactive exhibitions, live music across two dance floors, and food and drink to support Science Center initiatives and programs. Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St. 8 p.m.-12 a.m. $125.

6/24-30. SAIL250 MARYLAND & AIRSHOW
Festivals. For one week, the Inner Harbor transforms into a port for tall ships, U.S. Navy vessels, U.S. Coast Guard boats, and the Blue Angels Flight Demonstration Squadron. Enjoy tours, flyovers, and family fun dedicated to service members at sea and in the air. Locations & times vary. Free.

6/25. UNAPOLOGETIC
Theater. In honor of Pride and in partnership with both the Queer Jewish Arts Festival and Bolton Street Synagogue, Baltimoreans share true stories about claiming identity and living out loud. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. 7 p.m. $35..

6/25-9/13. THE JANET & WALTER SONDHEIM ART PRIZE EXHIBITION
Exhibitions. Each year, the Janet & Walter Sondheim Art Prize awards a blossoming local artist with a fellowship to further their career. Through all, artworks from the top five finalists of this prestigious competition will be on display. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 1-8 p.m. Free. 

TO 6/26. HERE & NOW: CPM FIVE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHOW
Exhibitions. Works by a dozen local artists, from Akea Brionne to Devin N. Morris, are on display as this Bolton Hill gallery celebrates its fifth year. CPM Gallery, 1512 Boston St. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free.

6/27. BOUNDARY BLOCK PARTY
Festivals. For the 19th year, the No Boundaries Coalition presents its annual Boundary Block Party, bringing West Baltimore residents together across boundaries of geography, race, and class in honor of community culture and resilience. Enjoy free food, music, family fun, and games with new and familiar faces. 2100 Etting St. 12-4 p.m. Free.

6/28. GREAT BLACKS IN WAX VOICES OF HISTORY STREET FAIR
Festivals. Coinciding with Juneteenth and the National Great Blacks in Wax Museum’s anniversary, this all-day festival brings together community members to celebrate Black history through live performances, local food, activities for kids, health and wellness community resources, and museum access, including the chance to see the brand new wax figure of Henrietta Lacks. National Great Blacks in Wax, 1601 E. North Ave. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 

TO 7/4. UNFINISHED REPUBLIC: AMERICA AT 250
Exhibitions. In this group exhibitions, see artworks inspired by the United States’ 250th anniversary, featuring renowned artists with local ties like Sonya Clark, Joyce J. Scott, Paul Rucker, Elizabeth Talford Scott, and Louise Fishman. Goya Contemporary Gallery, Tues-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 12-4 p.m. 

TO 9/13. SEEING THE ESSENTIAL
Exhibitions. Enjoy a showcase of works from Baltimore philanthropists Sigmund and Mary Hyman, who spent decades collecting a trove of American art. A selection was gifted to the museum in 2024, featuring paintings, sculptures, works on paper, and more, focusing on modernists of the Ashcan School. The Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free.

5/14: BROMO ART WALK
Exhibitions. A century ago, Howard Street once bustled with department stores, showrooms, and specialty boutiques as the city’s commercial district. And while many of those stalwarts have come and gone, this downtown hub has been reborn with a new creative energy. Along the Light Rail tracks, throughout the Bromo Arts District, dozens of galleries, music venues, theaters, and collectives have revitalized vacant buildings and converted the neighborhood into a safe haven for lovers of the arts. And twice a year, the best way to experience its resurgence is by roaming this remarkable row during the free Bromo Art Walk.

On May 14 from 5 to 9 p.m., stroll the neighborhood for an evening of exhibits and events at the likes of Current Space, the Eubie Blake Cultural Center, Le Mondo, the Lineup Room. Every door you pass will be bursting with imagination and al walks of Baltimore. Last year was a perfect spring night—fingers crossed for the same weather.

5/1: FRIDA FEST
Festivals. Celebrate Frida Kahlon, the iconic Mexican painter, with a day of artistry, food, and family-friendly fun with local nonprofit Nuestras Raices. Casa de la Cultura, 3403 Gough St. 5-9 p.m. Free 

5/1-2: FLOWER MART
Festivals. Founded in 1911 with the goal of beautifying the city, Flower Mart continues to pack a fragrant, petal-packed punch with flower-themed crafts and workshops, plenty of plants for sale, and favorite foods like the event’s signature lemon stick. Mount Vernon Place, 699 Washington Pl. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Free. 

5/1-3: JANE AUSTEN FEST
Festivals. Calling all Jane Austen fans. For one full weekend, get transported to the author’s cult-followed worlds with themed carriage rides, crafts, and food at Manor Mill in Monkton, including a Manor Mill Playhouse performance of “The Complete Jane Austen: Abridged.” Locations & times vary. $35-565.

5/1-31: ASIA NORTH
Festivals. Back for its seventh year, this collaborative community celebration of Asian arts and culture takes place throughout the month of May in Station North. An array of programming will take place across multiple venues throughout the neighborhood, examining its evolving identies as a Koreatown, arts district, and creative hub. Locations & times vary. Free. 

5/2: KINETIC SCULPTURE RACE
Exhibitions. The American Visionary Art Museum presents Baltimore’s most wacky, wonderful, DIY race that puts hand-made, human-powered contraptions to the test during a 15-mile sprint over land, water, sand, and mud, including AVAM’s own 15-foot-tall “poodle,” Fifi. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. 9:30 a.m. Free.

5/2: MARYLAND AT 250: THE VALUES THAT SHAPE US
Classes & Lectures. The Dred Scott Decision of 1857 lit fire to an already growing national crisis. In this afternoon lecture, local historian and Johns Hopkins University professor Martha Jones explores the conversation surrounding birthright citizenship and the 14th Amendment. Maryland Center for History & Culture, 610 Park Ave. 2 p.m. Free.

5/2: MARQEE BALL
Galas & Fundraisers. Whether you’re a hardcore comic fan or an everyday hero, come sporting your most heroic (or villainous) costumes to Creative Alliance’s annual fundraiser, fit with a cocktail hour, seated dinner, dancing, and awards ceremony honoring Roz Cauthen and Tom Hall for their contributions to Baltimore Arts. The Patterson at Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. 8 p.m. $110. 

5/2-7/11: BEYOND THE SURFACE
Exhibitions. In contrast to today’s constant flood of imagery, printmaking is a slower medium that requires thoughtful assembly to highlight voices and stories. In this collection of works by 12 artists, examine the concept of visibility through this medium. IGalerie Myrtis, 2224 N. Charles St. Tues.-Sat. 2-6 p.m. Free.

5/5: REDEFINING INDUSTRY
Galas & Fundraisers. Every year, the Baltimore Museum of Industry recognizes five extraordinary innovators working to uplift Baltimore’s economy and social connection. This year’s celebration includes hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, live music, and a Stoop Storytelling performance by the honorees. Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy. 5:30-8 p.m. $75-100. 

5/6: STATE OF THE WATERSHED
Classes & Lectures. Baltimore Harbor Waterkeeper Alice Volpitta discusses 15 years of water -quality data from across the Baltimore Harbor watershed. Learn from Blue Water Baltimore and partners about the harbor’s health and how we can restore it to vitality for safe recreation. Institute for Marine and Environmental Technology, 701 E. Pratt St. 5-7:30 p.m. $30. 

5/8: I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY…BEFORE 9 P.M.
Music. Stoop Productions presents this early-bird dance party at Remington’s fan-favorite rock venue. Downstairs, bust a move to ’90s hits with DJ Amsies, or head upstairs for ’80s jams with DJ King Cole. Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 5 p.m. $23.23. 

5/8-9: VINYLCON
Festivals. This annual celebration of all things vinyl creates a crate-digging mecca for music lovers and collectors, featuring a colossal selection of records, memorabilia, and other recorded media, plus a full bar and DJ tunes at this Hampden brewery. Union Craft Brewing, 1700 W. 41st St. Fri. 3-10 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $9-30. 

5/8-9: CYLBURN MARKET DAY
Festivals. For one day only, get a behind-the-scenes sale at Cylburn Arboretum, with plants for purchase from their on-site nursery on Saturday, as well as food trucks and family-friendly activities like face painting. Just in time for Mother’s Day, start the celebrations early with “Party on the Porch,” an adults-only fundraiser that includes drinks and live music. Cylburn Arboretum, 4915 Greenspring Ave. Fri. 5-8 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Free-$65.87. 

5/8-6/12: CONFLUENCE: REIMAGINING BALTIMORE’S WATERWAYS
Exhibitions. In retrospective exhibition of The Future of Here: A Glimpse of a River Culture to Come, exhibited at the Peale museum in 2025, a collective of artists and researchers at Johns Hopkins University expands our imagination of the future of Jones Falls. Area 405, 405 E. Oliver St. Thurs.-Sat. 1-4 p.m. Free.

5/9: REMFEST
Festivals. It’s been a few years since Remington became the most happening neighborhood  in Baltimore. Join small business, local artists, and nonprofits for a day of multi-stage live music performances, local food trucks, and fun for the whole family. Remington Ave. 12-9 p.m. Free.

5/9: BLACK PANTHER FAMILY AFTERNOON
Exhibitions. In celebration of The Walters’ Douriean Fletcher: Jewelry of the Afrofuture exhibition, enjoy a community screening of Marvel Studios’ Black Panther to see featured pieces on the big screen. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. 1-4 p.m. Free. 

5/13: ORCHKIDS SPRING CELEBRATION CONCERT
Music. This is a Baltimore Symphony Orchestra concert not to miss. For one night only, kindergarten students through high-school seniors from over 70 Baltimore schools perform in a variety of ensembles including brass, string, and wind instruments, with light snacks and refreshments. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. 6 p.m. Pay-what-you-wish. 

5/15-16: PREAKNESS
Sports. While the iconic Pimlico Race Course undergoes renovations, the 151st Preakness will be held at Laurel Park. On Friday, horses compete in the traditional Black-Eyed Susan race, followed by the main event on Saturday, featuring the country’s finest Thoroughbred horses and some of the year’s best people watching. Laurel Park, 98 Laurel Race Track Rd., Laurel. Times & prices vary.

5/16-17: DAVID BYRNE
Music. This one-time Maryland resident and multi-faceted Talking Heads frontman performs both new and old hits on his solo stop in downtown Baltimore, only a few miles from where he was raised in Arbutus. Hippodrome Theatre, 12 N. Eutaw St. 8 p.m. $339-1,094. 

5/17: BALTIMORE VINTAGE EXPO
Markets. The region’s most coveted vintage and antique dealers come together in celebration of the expo’s 10-year anniversary. Shop a curated lineup of timeless, collectible retro finds, quality clothing for all genders, jewelry, decor, furniture, and more. Union Collective, 1700 W. 41st St. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

5/17-6/14: EMMA
Theater. Kate Hamill’s modern adaptation brings mischief, humor, and a few surprising twists to the classic Jane Austen love story. Self-proclaimed matchmaker Emma Woodhouse has a knack for meddling, ultimately leading her to face her pride and come to terms with her own feelings. Everyman Theatre, 315 W. Fayette St. Times vary. $5-101.

5/21-24: MARYLAND DEATH FEST XXI
Music. For 21 years, this hard-rocking music festival has moshpitted its week across Memorial Day Weekend, featuring the region’s most potent metal artists like Putridity, Melting Rot, and Slimelord. Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Pl. Times vary. $43-373. 

5/23: FANTASY MACHINE
Exhibitions. Now in its seventh year, this experimental fashion and eclectic pop-up shop returns to the Bromo Arts District, featuring looks from multiple talented designers across two shows, followed by an-after party. Current Space, 421 N. Howard St. 5:30 p.m. Free.

5/23-24: ARTSCAPE
Festivals. For the second year in its new downtown location, join thousands of Baltimoreans during two days of the city’s biggest arts festival. Swing by the Devin Allen-curated Scout Art Fair, dive into immersive art pieces, snack on local food trucks, and listen to live music from artists including The Roots and Stephanie Mills. And when the sun sets, Artscape After Dark comes to life with illuminated installations and DJ sets. 100 Holliday St. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Free.

5/23-24: BREW AT THE ZOO
Food & Drink. Unleash your wild side this Memorial Day weekend during the zoo’s annual beer festival. Snag some craft suds (as well as cider, wine, and seltzers) and amble amidst the animals, with food, live music, and Charm City Trivia to boot. Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl. 1-7 p.m. $40-86. 

5/24: SOWEBO FEST
Festivals. If you know, you know about this beloved Memorial Day weekend tradition celebrating Southwest Baltimore. Explore more than 80 vendors, bring the kids for activities and crafts, and catch live music performances across four stages. Historic Hollins Market, 1100 Hollins St. 12-8 p.m. Free.

5/27: COMMUTER CHAOS
Theater. Getting from point A to point B isn’t always so easy in Baltimore. During this Stoop Storytelling show in Ridgley’s Delight, in partnership with Bikemore, hear about our daily commutes, in all their humor, surprise, and mayhem. Checkerspot Brewing Company, 1421 Ridgely St. 7 p.m. $25. 

5/28: FUTURE ISLANDS
Music. This trailblazing indie rock band celebrates 20 years together in a hometown show along the Baltimore waterfront, featuring guest appearances by other local gets, Dan Deacon and Ed Schraeder’s Music Beat. Pier Six Pavilion, 731 Eastern Ave. 8 p.m. Prices vary. 

5/29-6/20: AMERICAN VAMP
Theater. The Baltimore Rock Opera Society is back, baby. In their latest production filled with ’80s-inspired rock ballads, Laura van Helsing finds herself in a trio of cutthroat vampires competing to reach the top of the corporate ladder at PlasmaCorp, leaving her to decide between success and survival. Zion Church of the City of Baltimore, 400 E. Lexington St. Times vary. $10-100.

5/30: BIRDS, BOURBON, & BACON
Food & Drink. Baltimore City Recreation and Parks presents a morning meet-up to revel in a boozy breakfast as well as the natural beauty of Gwynn Falls/Leakin Park. Gwynn Falls/Leakin Park, 4921 Windsor Mill Rd. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $106.60. 

4/18-8/9. DOURIEAN FLETCHER: JEWELRY OF THE AFROFUTURE
Exhibitions. The Walters Art Museum is typically known for its 36,000-object collection of antiques dating back to 5,000 BCE. Its latest exhibition, however, organized by the Museum of Arts and Design in New York City, is firmly situated in the future. Douriean Fletcher uses her futuristic jewelry-making as powerful tool for storytelling, most notably in major motion pictures like Black Panther, where her work helped win an Oscar for best costume design. 

View more than 100 wearable artworks from throughout the self-taught artist’s career, including pieces worn by Queen Ramonda and the Dora Milaje in those blockbuster films, alongside a selection of other costumes. Each piece is an exploration of adornment, considering the ways in which such beautiful touches define characters, create worlds, and celebrate Black sovereignty on screen. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 1-8 p.m. Free. 

4/1-5/31. NATURE DEFICIT DISORDER
Exhibitions. Surrender your phone and enter artist Rachel Lee Hovnanian’s simulated woodland that was once the BMA’s Spring House, which asks us to consider what we’re missing while absorbed in technology. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free. 

4/4. CARDI B
Music. This Grammy-winning popstar stops in downtown Baltimore on her first tour in six years, performing from her latest album “Am I The Drama?” CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 7:30 p.m. $254-1,200+. 

4/8-12. MARYLAND FILM FEST
Film. Cinephiles unite for five days of showcasing local and global film talent, new technology, music, art and more, with nightly after parties and fun-filled opening and closing night events. Parkway Theatre, 5 W. North Ave. $15-350.  

4/9. GOSPELFEST
Music. The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra performs with HBCU choirs from Morgan State, Coppin State, Howard University, and Bowie State to honor the life and legacy of late gospel icon Richard Smallwood. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. 7:30 p.m. $19-68. 

4/10-11. BREAD & PUPPET THEATER
Theater. Don’t miss a magical performance of puppetry packed with music, politics, current events, and surprises of all kinds from this iconic Vermont-based DIY troupe. 2640 Space, 2640 St. Paul St. 7 p.m. Prices TBD. 

4/10-11. BALTIMORE IRISH TRAD FEST
Festivals. Celebrate the city’s abundant Irish music community with a full weekend of traditional concerts, jams, and dances. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sat. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. $20-215.  

4/11. CITYLIT FESTIVAL
Festivals. This annual all-day celebration brings literary heavyweights to the city for readings, panel discussions, craft intensives, and more, all for the love of the written word. Locations & times vary. Free. 

4/11. THE BIG BALTIMORE KITE FEST
Festivals. Welcome spring with this whimsical pastime as colorful kites fill the air in the Highlandtown alongside make-your-own activities, food pop-ups, and more. Patterson Park, 2601 E. Baltimore St. 12-4 p.m. creativealliance.org. Free. 

4/10-5/29. PHARMACO/LIBERATION
Exhibitions. Curated by MICA professor Juan Garcia, this group exhibition brings together multidisciplinary works to examine the medical-industrial complex, considering healthcare as both a site of survival and a system of control. Making Space, 709 N. Howard St. Wed., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 

4/10-5/31. MIXED PERCEPTION
Exhibitions. In honor of Atrium Artspace’s second anniversary, view this group show that explores the short-lived moments of experiencing art, celebrating the exchange between the artist and audience. Atrium Artspace, 2029 Maryland Ave. Fri.-Sat. 2-5 p.m. Free. 

4/13-12/31. BALTIMORE FARMERS’ MARKET
Festivals. Maryland’s largest farmers market kicks off its 49th season with local produce, area food makers, and family-friendly crafts and activities downtown beneath the Jones Falls Expressway. Holliday & Saratoga Sts. Sun. 7 a.m.-12 p.m. Free.   

4/16-5/10. HOLES
Theater. In this imaginative story of adventure, theatrically adapted for the stage from its award-winning namesake novel, teenagers unearth buried secrets during brutal character-building tasks under the desert sun at Camp Green Lake. Baltimore Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert St. Times vary. $10-90. 

TO 4/17. MONSTERS AND MOONS
Exhibitions. Local artist Tiffany Lange presents new sculptured characters inspired by folklore, spiritual symbolism, and personal experience, inviting viewers to see themselves in the emotion of these otherworldly creatures. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. Thurs.-Sat. 12-5 p.m. Free. 

4/17-18. BALTIMORE OLD TIME MUSIC FESTIVAL
Music. Local father-son duo Ken and Brad Kolodner host their beloved annual celebration of “Old Time” Americana music, with concerts, workshops, square dancing, jam sessions, and kids programming along the South Baltimore waterfront. Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy. Fri. 5-10:30 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-11 p.m. $20-110. 

4/17-18. EMPTY BOWLS
Food & Drink. This weekend-long fundraiser features elegant food, live music, family-friendly entertainment, and, most notably, handmade ceramics to benefit St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting those impacted by poverty. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Timonium. Fri. 6:30-9:30 p.m., Sat. 4-7 p.m. $35-1,000. 

4/18. STATION NORTH MATSURI SAKURA MARKET
Music. Just in time for cherry blossom season, don’t miss this free Japanese market full of authentic foods, crafts, and more in Station North, followed by an early-evening after-party with Japanese rock and anime cover bands. Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Ave. Market: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. After-party: 6 p.m. $20-30.

4/18. SNAIL MAIL
Music. Ellicott City’s Lindsey Jordan returns to Baltimore for a highly anticipated performance of her new album, Ricochet, with opening acts and local beer outside at Union Collective. Union Craft Brewing, 1700 W. 41 St. 4 p.m. $39.67. 

4/18-19. SHEN YUN
Dance. Celebrate China’s rich cultural heritage in this classical Chinese dance performance featuring an orchestral soundtrack and scenographic effects. Hippodrome Theatre, 12 N. Eutaw St. Sat. 2 & 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $106-233. 

4/19. LUTHER 75
Music. Celebrate this R&B icon a day before his 75th birthday with a musical performance that benefits the EuniPearl Scholarship for high-school students. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. 3 & 7 p.m. $45-55. 

4/19. RISE BMORE
Music. In a moving tribute, this annual concert recognizes the anniversary of Freddie Gray’s death, featuring artists that showcases the city’s wide-ranging musical talent, from Peabody professors to hip-hop artists. 2640 Space, 2640 St. Paul St. 8 p.m. Free. 

4/24-25. STAVROS HALKIAS: THE DREAMBOAT TOUR
Comedy. Best known by many locally his Ravens superfan character “Ronnie,” this unabashedly brazen comedian, writer, and actor returns to his hometown for two nights on his latest standup comedy tour. The Lyric, Fri.-Sat. 7-9:30 p.m. $44.15-257.05.

4/24-26. BALTIMORE TATTOO CONVENTION
Exhibitions. Enter a world of all things tattoo with this annual weekend-long festival downtown, featuring world-class artists, collectors, fans, performances, and more. Baltimore Convention Center, 1 W. Pratt St. Fri. 2-11 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. $25-50. 

4/24-5/17. THE TEMPEST
Theater. In Shakespeare’s last solo play, follow the tale of Prospero, an exiled magician stranded on a remote island who weighs his powers in a struggle between forgiveness and retaliation. Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, 7 S. Calvert St. Times vary. $25-69.

4/25. 2026 ALTRA SOLE OF THE CITY 10K
Sports. Race around the Inner Harbor and surrounding communities in this annual 10K race that ends with an after-party along the waterfront. Harbor Point, 1310 Point St. 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. $86.80-269.75. 

4/25. MARYLAND HUNT CUP
Sports. For 126 years, Baltimore County has been the home to the state’s timber-race tradition. Join the tailgate traditions, catch the fast-flying race, and raise a cup to the elite equines showcasing their speed. Tufton Ave. Gates: 11 a.m. Race: 4 p.m. $60-150. 

4/25. ZOO STORIES
Theater. Commemorate 150 years of the Maryland Zoo with the Stoop Storytelling Series sharing tales of childhood memories and animal encounters, with live music by June Star. Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl. 6:30 p.m. $25. 

4/25. DISCO TROPICO
Music. For one fun night, soak up tropical vibes of disco, soul, funk, cumbia, and more, featuring DJs Mathias, James Nasty, and Emily Rabbit. Vacation attire encouraged, with handcrafted tiki drinks on offer, too. Metro Baltimore, 1700 N. Charles St. 9 p.m. $15. 

4/26. MAHLER’S 8TH SYMPHONY
Music. More than 150 choir singers unite in to perform Mahler’s “Symphony of a Thousand,” featuring the Baltimore Choral Arts society, Deer Creek Children’s Chorus, and soloists from the Peabody Opera. Grace United Methodist Church, 5407 N. Charles St. 3 p.m. $26-52.

4/26-5/28. ONDERDUIKER
Exhibitions. Baltimore photographer Phyllis Arbesman Berger explores the powerful story of the Jewish people,  resistance fighters, and young men escpaing forced labor who owed their lives to the staff at the ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo during WWII. Goucher College, Rosenberg Gallery, 1021 Dulaney Valley Rd., Towson. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 

TO 5/17. PING-PONG POP-UP
Exhibitions. Show off your Marty Supreme skills with this art-meets-sport installation featuring supergraphics by artist and designer Bruce Willen, three state-of-the-art tables, and stadium seating. Jewish Museum of Maryland, 15 Lloyd St. Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon-Wed. 12-4 p.m. Free-$10. 

3/11-10/25. MATISSE AT THE BMA
Exhibitions. One of the major draws at the Baltimore Museum of Art has long been its Cone Collection’s coveted artworks by Henri Matisse. This month, a curated selection of works, drawing from both the museum’s vast collection and other collections around the world, comes together for three new exhibitions.

Starting on March 11, Fratino and Matisse: To See This Light Again displays the works of the French painter alongside Annapolis’ own Louis Fratino, who considers Matisse a key inspiration. Then on March 29, Matisse and Martinique: Portraits and Poetry displays a rare series of book illustrations, as well as Matisse in Vence: The Stations of the Cross, co-organized with the Musée Matisse in Nice, France, and featuring never-before-exhibited sketches and photographs related to one of the artist’s large-scale murals. The collection contains approximately 80 sketches and photographs amassed in preparation to design Matisse’s large-scale mural depicting Christ’s journey to Cavalry, some of which have never before been exhibited.

This stellar triad of shows captures the lasting influence of this turn-of-the-last-century artist, who happened to be close friends with Baltimore arts patrons like the Cone sisters and Getrude Stein.

3/1. TRANSMISSION
Music. Ann Everton was a brilliant musician, visual artist, and filmmaker from Baltimore, best known for her and her husband’s Darsombra band. After her death last year, celebrate the life, legacy, and contagious spirit of this local creative with live performances by top acts like War On Women, Celebratiom, and Marian McLaughlin. The Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 2 p.m. $30-50.

3/4, 6 & 8. LUCREZIA BORGIA
Theater. Gaetano Donizetti’s captivating opera follows the fiery Lucrezia in Renaissance Italy, whose long-lost son gets caught between her enemies, inciting a tempest of heartbreak. Engineers Club, 11 W Mt. Vernon Pl. Wed. & Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $15-83.35.

3/5. DOWN RIVER: POETS REMEMBERING BALTIMORE’S SLAVE TRADE
Performance. As part of the Association of Writers and Writers Program (AWP) conference, contemporary poets like Abdu Mongo Ali and scholars like Lawrence Brown share readings and history that honor the thousands impacted by the region’s slave trade. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 5:30 p.m. Free. 

3/5-8. BSA EXPRESSIONS
Exhibitions. Under this year’s theme of “wonder and awe,” Baltimore School for the Arts students across multiple disciplines showcase their work to benefit their intuition’s programming. Baltimore School for the Arts, 712 Cathedral St. Times vary. $83.47-164.59. 

3/5-15. NO MEAN CITY: BALTIMORE 1966
Theater. Legendary local columnist Dan Rodricks presents the final act of his theatrical trilogy about Baltimore. Set in 1966, this original play tackles the tangled politics and championship Orioles fandom that swept the city during a tumultous moment in history. The Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed.-Sun. Times vary. $35.

3/6-7. CYRUS CHESTNUT
Music. For one evening, this Baltimore-born pianist brings his Affirmation band to Harbor East for a night of legendary gospel- and bop-infused jazz. Keystone Korner Baltimore, 1350 Lancaster St. 6 & 8:30 p.m. $35-45.

3/7. BELIEVABLE FICTIONS: A POETRY & PROSE READING AFTERNOON
Performance. In homage to the Fantastic Realities exhibition, writers from near and far explore the surreal and share readings of works inspired by the adage that “truth is stranger than fiction.” American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. 1 p.m. Free-$20. 

TO 3/15. TRINITY
Theater. Emmy Award–winning writer and producer Lena Waithe presents her playwriting debut about three women acting the fantasies they are too afraid to live out in reality, with their role-play transforming into an existential adventure of emotion and connection. Baltimore Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert St. Times vary. $10-60. 

3/10. JUNG YUN
Lectures & Classes. This acclaimed Baltimore author discusses her new novel, “All The World Can Hold,” following three distinct passengers who set sail on a cruise ship shortly after 9/11 and the drama that unfolds on international waters, causing characters to face their own regrets. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 7 p.m. Free.

3/12-29. REALLY QUITE A LOT OF MECHANISMS
Theater. In a world of chaos, this darkly comedic puppet show finds solace in the unwavering dependability of the world’s mechanisms—think pulley, lever, wheel—with characters finding comfort in these unchanging contraptions. Theatre Project, 35 W. Preston St. Thurs.-Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sat. 3 & 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $15-25. 

TO 3/13. 405 DAILY
Exhibitions. Curated by Joyce Liang, Area 405’s debut tenant showcase features 17 former and current artists who worked in the building and Station North Tool Library, documenting the day-to-day lives of these creatives like a newspaper, highlighting how headlines shape public perception. Area 405, 405 E Oliver St. Thurs.-Sat. 1-4 p.m. Free.

3/14. TRACING MARYLAND’S CULINARY HISTORY
Lectures & Classes. It’s no secret that Maryland has a catalog of regional recipes. But how did Old Bay, crab cakes, and oysters become the stars of menus and kitchens across the state? During this lunch-time lecture, award-winning culinary historian Michael Twitty connects local favorites to global flavors. Maryland Center for History & Culture, 610 Park Ave. 11 a.m. $30.

3/14-5/9. BALTIMORE WATERCOLOR SOCIETY’S MEMBERS’ EXHIBIT
Exhibitions. At the Manor Mill Gallery, works by Baltimore Watercolor Society artists will be on display, depict local flora and familiar imagery that speak to the North Baltimore area. Manor Mill Gallery, 2029 Monkton Rd., Monkton. Wed.-Sun. 12-6 p.m. Free.

3/15. ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
Festivals. Every spring, thousands flood the streets in green as this festive procession marches from the Washington Monument to the Inner Harbor. Start with the Shamrock 5K race, then stop to watch the mummers, Irish dancers, Irish wolfhounds, floats, and more. N. Charles St. 1 p.m. Free.  

3/21. SPRING FLING: QUEER DANCE
Dance. Members and allies of the LGBTQ+ community are invited to this fun, festive dance party, also equipped with arts and crafts, tarot reading, a drag show, and the crowning of a prom-style King and Queen. Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Ave. 7 p.m. $10. 

3/22. BALTIMORE RECORD BAZAAR
Food & Drink. Every other month, spend your Sunday digging through vinyl bins, grooving to DJs, and tossing back a curated selection of local brews during this family-friendly festival. Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th St. 12-6 p.m. Free.

3/22-4/19. VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE
Theater. In this Tony Award-winning comedy, the humdrum of life in rural Pennsylvania comes to a halt for middle-aged siblings Vanya and Sonia when their superstar sister Masha returns home with her scrumptious boyfriend Spike, reflecting the complexities of family dynamics. Everyman Theatre, 315 W. Fayette St. Times vary. $5-79.

3/24. DREAM BIG 2026
Exhibitions. This annual competition features Baltimore City and Baltimore County students from fifth to twelfth grade performing original poems, essays, music, as well as displaying videos and artwork, all centered on the theme of a better world, for the chance to win awards and cash prizes. Lyric Baltimore, 140 W. Mt. Royal Ave. 7 p.m. Free.

3/26. ORIOLES OPENING DAY
Sports. Our beloved birds return to the diamond in a match against the Minnesota Twins. Flock to Camden Yards to kick off the season and cheer on our home team. Oriole Park at Camden Yards, 333 W. Camden St. 3:05 p.m. $112+. 

3/28. SALUD! BEVERAGES FROM PAST TO PRESENT
Lectures & Classes. Clavel chef-owner Carlos Raba joins Antonio Soto of Mexico City’s Museo del Objeto del Objeto for a conversation about the Latin origin of ingredients and ancient beverages. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. 3 p.m. Free.

3/28-9/30. KEY BRIDGE: BUILDING A BALTIMORE LANDMARK
Exhibitions. This new exhibit explores the construction, history, collapse, and impact of the former Francis Scott Key Bridge. On opening night, expect free entrance and community activities with Bienvenidos Al Museo. The Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy. Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free-$15.

3/29. PERCIVAL EVERETT
Lectures & Classes. Learn about the creative process of this 2025 Pulitzer Prize-winning author, whose fiction—including the best-selling novel James—tackles race, identity, and the human experience. Goucher College, 1021 Dulaney Valley Rd., Towson. 2 p.m. Registration required. Free.

TO 8/23. RARE AIR: ENDANGERED BIRDS, BATS, BUTTERFLIES, & BEES
Exhibitions. Birds, bats, and bees, oh my! The Evergreen Museum pairs rare books and artworks from its collection with illustrations by contemporary artist Sarah Kaizar, whose detailed pen-and-ink drawings feature biologically accurate winged species, bringing awareness to the nation’s threatened and endangered animals. Evergreen Museum & Library, 4545 N. Charles St. Tues.-Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $5

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2/15-2/21. TOM MILLER WEEK
Exhibitions. Many Baltimoreans may not realize that they already know works of art by Tom Miller. This iconic Baltimore artist’s colorful, vibrant murals linger around many corners of the city, with his unique Afro-Deco style representing the Black experience and enlivening local neighborhoods from Station North to Cherry Hill. Miller attended Carver Vocational-Technical High School and was one of the first Black students to enroll at the Maryland Institute College of Art after its desegregation. He was also one of the first local Black artists to have a solo exhibition at the Baltimore Museum of Art in 1995. With deep roots in Baltimore, Tom Miller’s legacy is honored for the sixth year with a full week of community events and exhibitions dedicated to the artist and his work at various locations across the city. Locations, times, and prices vary.

2/5. HANDMADE WITH LOVE
Lectures & Classes. Using inspiration from historic Valentine’s Day cards, beloved papercut artist Annie Howe teaches the basics of her medium and how to create custom handcrafted patterns, with students creating their own unique designs. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 1 p.m. Free.

2/6-8. BALTIMORE CRANKIE FESTIVAL
Performing Arts. During this locally loved annual festival—the largest of its kind in the U.S.—artists from near and far unveil their handmade crankies, aka scrolled panorama folk art that visually aids a story or song. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 4 & 8 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $41-46.

2/6-3/1. AUGUST WILSON’S FENCES
Theater. This Pulitzer Prize-winning play follows the story of Troy Maxson, a former Negro League baseball star wrestling with resentment that he didn’t live out his dream on the field, illuminating the invisible fences that keep us from making our aspirations reality. Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, 7 S. Calvert St. Times vary. $25-69. 

2/7. LET IT SHINE
Lectures & Classes. Learn about Maryland’s Black culture of the past, present, and future through interactive activities, crafts, STEM programs, and meet-and-greets with community members who are impacting the trajectory of local Black history today. Port Discovery Children’s Museum, 35 Market Pl. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free-$24.95.

2/7. ORNAMENTA
Fundraisers & Galas. During this festive annual fundraiser, dine, dance, and dress up with this year’s “ruby” theme to support the local Baltimore Jewelry Center, including its scholarships children’s programs, and jewelry-making space for local artists. 2640 Space, 2640 St. Paul St. 7 p.m. $105-5,000. 

2/7. TREVOR NOAH
Comedy. Best known for his work as host of “The Daily Show with Trevor Noah” and his New York Times bestseller “Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood,” this fan-favorite comedia takes to the Mount Vernon stage with his latest stand-up spiel on a new tour. Lyric Baltimore, W. Mt. Royal Ave. 8 p.m. $65.15-232.85. 

2/12-3/8. TRINITY
Theater. Emmy Award–winning writer and producer Lena Waithe presents her playwriting debut, “trinity,” with the story following three women acting out the fantasies that they are too afraid to live out in reality, with their whimsical role-play transforming into an existential adventure. Baltimore Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert St. Times vary. $10-60.

2/13. BSA BLACK HISTORY MONTH SHOWCASE
Exhibitions. Baltimore School for the Arts students of all disciplines join forces in this powerful annual performance of dance, music, and other artistic expressions. Baltimore School for the Arts, 712 Cathedral St. 6 p.m. $15. 

2/13-16. BELGIAN BEER FESTIVAL
Food & Drink. For one weekend only in Fells Point, this fan-favorite festival is back with an expansive collection of specialty Belgian kegs and bottles seldom available outside of their home breweries. Max’s Taphouse, 737 S. Broadway. 11 a.m.-11:45 p.m. Prices vary. 

2/14. A DATE WITH JOHN WATERS
Comedy. Who better to spend Valentine’s Day with than the Pope of Trash? Join John Waters for his one-man show that takes you on a deep dive into his ingenious mind, creative process, and early artistic influences—all sprinkled with his usual filthy flavor. Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Pl. 8 p.m. $56-128. 

2/14-15. MAPLE MAGIC
Family. For over 20 years, Ladew Gardens has invited visitors to take part in the art of making maple syrup. Embark on a nature hike through the Monkton property, identify local winter trees, and collect sap to boil into syrup over an open fire. Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pke., Monkton. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Prices vary.

2/20-21. BUILT WITH LOVE (AND PROBABLY DUCT TAPE)
Theater. Celebrate two decades of Stoop Storytelling with this special night of true tales shared by local Baltimoreans. This month’s event focuses on origin stories of local creative businesses like the Ottobar, BLK ASS FLEA MK, and Creative Alliance, with musical guests like Caleb Stine, Letitia VanSant, and J. Pope. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. 7 p.m. $40.

2/20-22. AMERICAN CRAFT MADE
Exhibitions. Using the annual American Craft Council show, browse the works of hundreds of East Coast artists along with demonstrations, hands-on experiences, and unique creations, culminating in the largest juried craft fair in the region. Baltimore Convention Center, 1 W. Pratt St. Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $11.83-167.30.

2/21. LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION
Festivals. Celebrate the Lunar New Year and welcome the Year of the Fire Horse, which represents the seventh year of the 12-year Lunar calendar cycle. The annual festivities include dance performances, art-making, a photo booth, story-time sessions, and more. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 

2/21. BEYOND THE SCOREBOARD
Lectures & Classes. In this Black History Month discussion, learn about the Baltimore Black Sox, the city’s historic Negro League baseball team which navigated segregation on and off the field, making an impact on the local Civil Rights Movement. Reginald F. Lewis Museum, 830 E. Pratt St. 12 p.m. $12-15. 

2/21-4/18. ART OF THE COLLECTORS XI
Exhibitions. During this annual group show by the tastemaking Galerie Myrtis, a curated exhibition will be on display, featuring exceptional works of art by a diverse array of African-American and African Diasporic artists, including several from the Baltimore area. Galerie Myrtis, 2224 N. Charles St. Thurs.-Sat. 2-6 p.m. 

2/24-28. CIAA BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
Sports. The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association is the first African-American athletic conference and a celebrated Division II. This month, its single-elimination tournament returns to Baltimore to determine championship seats in men and women’s basketball. CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 10 a.m. $38-65. 

2/25-8/23. MEDIEVAL MINDSCAPES
Exhibitions. In this new exhibition, explore rare books and manuscripts of “hours,” aka a medieval Christian practice of using immersive visual prayer art to connect with a person’s faith. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 1-8 p.m. Free. 

2/27-28. CHARM CITY DJANGO JAZZ FEST
Music. For two nights, groove to some of the best names in jazz in honor of guitarist Django Reinhardt, starting at the Baltimore Museum of Art on Friday, followed by a Parisian vintage swing party at the Bluebird Cocktail Room on Saturday. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Fri. 7-11 p.m. $49.59; Bluebird Cocktail Room. 3600 Hickory Ave. 7-11 p.m. $44.28.

2/27-3/1. LANCELOT CHIMERA
Music. The Mind on Fire experimental classical music troupe presents this electroacoustic concerto that examines the juxtaposition between Lancelot and Chimera, composed and performed by local artist James Young. The Voxel, 9 W. 25th St. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m. Sun. 2:30 p.m. $15-50. 

2/28-3/1. MARYLAND HOME +  GARDEN SHOW
Exhibitions. Get your home ready for warm weather and outdoor gatherings with the help of over 400 exhibitors and home improvement experts. Shop from vendors and stroll through six landscaped gardens, plus catch celebrity appearances from HGTV’s Matt Blashaw and Bravo’s Craig Conover. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Lutherville-Timoniu,. Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free-$12. 

1/19: MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY PARADE 
Festivals. In 1963, five years before his tragic murder, Martin Luther King Jr. marched on Washington, D.C., to unite millions of Americans with his now-iconic “I Have a Dream” speech. Throughout his career, the ordained-reverend-turned-civil-rights-leader worked in the pursuit of justice and equality for all. This month, that message and mission will ring out across the nation, including here in Baltimore.

On Monday, Jan. 19, the city’s annual parade will march down Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in remembrance of the street’s namesake. Starting at noon, the procession kicks off at Eutaw Street, with marching bands, dance groups, color guard troupes, local leaders, and more in tow—a truly festive celebration. But if you can’t make it, fear not—there are plenty of other celebratory events taking place across the city this month for Dr. King, like one at The Walters Art Museum on Jan. 17, featuring local artists Unique Robinson and Lady Brion, as well as the American Visionary Art Museum’s annual Dare to Dream Day on Jan. 19. 

1/1: RESOLUTION RUN 
Fundraisers. Kick off the New Year in stride with city neighbors by participating in this 5K, 1-mile walk and kids dash around Patterson Park. Proceeds will benefit Earl’s Place, a transitional housing program that helps to support men experiencing homelessness. Patterson Park, 2601 E. Baltimore St. 1 p.m. $13.72-45.56. 

1/3: LUH YOU, HEAR?! 
Theater. Balancing humor with heartfelt storytelling, local actor Robert Lee Hardy performs his one-man show of original monologues that capture the voices of those who shaped his upbringing in Baltimore, revealing the soul of this city from the thespian’s point of view. Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St. 2 & 8 p.m. $30.

1/9-17: ELVIS’ BIRTHDAY FIGHT CLUB 
Theater. In honor of the King of Rock ’n’ Roll, drag queen Betty O’Hellno hosts this Elvis-themed burlesque show, where performers dressed as pop-culture icons fire up their fists in dramatic brawls. For a glimpse into past years of roughhousing, browse the adjacent exhibition, Disbelief: 15 Years of Art from Elvis’ Birthday Fight Club. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. Fri.-Sat. Times vary. $41-51.

1/9-2/7: SACRIFICE OF HOME 
Exhibitions. In this solo show by multimedia artist and MICA grad Gulnur Tuluoglu, peer into the lived experience of a second-generation immigrant and queer Muslim. Referencing family photographs, and creating her own original symbols, her collection of paintings speaks to the concept of tradition and sacrifice. Gallery CA, 440 E. Oliver St. Mon.-Fri 12-4 p.m. Free. 

1/9-25: FROM EAST, LIKE THE SUN  
Theater. Rapid Lemon Productions presents the world premiere of this new work by Baltimore playwright Karen Li, following two generations of immigrant families (and a 19th-century ghost) who are hunting for the success and security so often promised in America. Strand Theater, 5426 Harford Rd. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $10-25. 

1/9-2/1: SEVEN GUITARS 
Theater. This August Wilson play begins after the funeral of a main character, catapulting audiences through a series of flashbacks, revealing the experience of African-Americans who are trying to find meaning in a poor, post-war Pittsburgh. It’s part of Baltimore’s three-year, citywide August Wilson Celebration. Spotlighters Theatre, 817 St. Paul St. $24. 

1/15: LAFAYETTE GILCHRIST AND NEW VOLCANOES
Music. On the heels of his new album, Move With Love, this legendary jazz pianist—born in D.C., long based in Baltimore—brings his genre- bending sound to Keystone Korner in Harbor East. At this esteemed venue, his New Volcanoes band fuses jazz beats with go-go sound, creating one-of-a-kind tunes. Keystone Korner Baltimore, 1350 Lancaster St. 7 p.m. $35-40.

1/15. THE ANATOMY OF CRITICISM 
Lectures & Classes. Over the past decade, local writer Lawrence Burney has emerged as a vital cultural critic coming out of Baltimore. The city native is the founder of arts-and culture zine True Laurels, author of new memoir No Sense in Wishing, and has contributed top publications like GQ, Pitchfork, and The Washington Post. This month, he comes to the Enoch Pratt for a conversation on methods and impacts of media criticism. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 6:30 p.m.

1/15-19: SHAKESPEARE IN HARLEM 
Theater. The University of Maryland Baltimore County Theatre joins the Chesapeake Shakespeare Company to blend movement, music, and spoken-word poetry, bringing the  famous works of Harlem Renaissance poet Langston Hughes to life. Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, 7 S. Calvert St. Thurs. 7:30 p.m., Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. Sun. 2 p.m. $15-25. 

1/16: PINKSHIFT 
Music. Three Johns Hopkins University students started this fast-rising band, fusing the hardcore genre with hints of grunge, pop-punk, and shoegaze. Returning to their hometown after a North American tour, the vivacious rock trio performs Earthkeeper, their latest album—in its entirety. Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 7 p.m. $28.37.  

1/17: MLK JR. DAY CELEBRATION AT THE WALTERS
Theater. In this multifaceted performance curated by local artist Unique Robinson, some of the region’s most talented voices come together at the Walters Art Museum in celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy, including Maryland Poet Laureate Lady Brion, The Voice semi-finalist Davon Fleming, and multi-instrumentalist Ray Winder. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. 3 p.m. Free. 

1/17: EDGAR ALLAN POE BIRTHDAY & POE TOASTER MURDER MYSTERY 
Theater. For decades, an elusive figure left three roses and a glass of cognac at Edgar Allan Poe’s Baltimore grave on the eve of the poet’s birthday—until vanishing in 2009. This live broadcast by the Raven Nevermore podcast unravels the mysterious murder of the “Poe Toaster,” with birthday cake, warm beverages, and a tour of the cemetery’s historic catacombs. Westminster Hall & Burying Ground, 519 W. Fayette St. 6:30 p.m. $39. 

1/19: MLK DARE TO DREAM DAY 
Festivals. The American Visionary Art Museum is once again throwing its festive celebration in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Bring the whole family for art, crafts, music, open-mics, dance and more, with special free day of admission. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 

1/22: KEEP THE LIGHT ON: STORIES ABOUT HOPE, PERSISTENCE, AND WAITING 
Theater. Join the Stoop Storytelling Series to hear true stories of hope, persistence, and survival experienced in the face of adversity. As always, these reflections are told by ordinary Baltimoreans, this time also featuring live music by singer-songwriter Letitia VanSant at a historic venue in the midst of redevelopment. Pikesville Armory, 640 Reisterstown Rd., Pikesville. 6:30 p.m. $25. 

1/22: BETWEEN EVERY BREATH, THERE IS ATMOSPHERE 
Performance. As the BMA’s inaugural Alice and Franklin Cooley Composer-in-Residence, local artist Abdu Ali presents a sonic and visual performance inspired by the museum’s collections, exploring how specific Maryland environments affect Black Baltimoreans. Ali has long been a pioneering artist of various mediums in Baltimore, making this a must-see event. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. 6:30 p.m. Free. 

1/22: IN THE STACKS 
Music. Two Peabody grads—vocalist Jennifer Blades and pianist Diane Kinsley—fill the George Peabody Library with the sound of music in a performance inspired by the artistry of fine-dining, as is found in the Sheridan Libraries’ collection of rare cookbooks, with select works on display for one night only. George Peabody Library, 17 E. Mt. Vernon Pl. 6:30 p.m. $10 suggested donation. 

1/23-24: BRAHMS & HAYDN WITH HEYWARD 
Music. BSO Music Director Jonathon Heyward is joined by violinist Simone Lamsma to perform two heavyweights of classical music, with a special conversation between the two prior to the second concert. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 7 p.m. $35-86. 

1/23-24: PIGEONS PLAYING PING PONG 
Music. Fans will flock to see this beloved Baltimore jam band flood this downtown stage with guitar-driven funk and groovy positivity, promoting their new album, Feed the Fire. Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Pl. 8 p.m. $39-127.50. 

1/24: HARBOR POINT ICE FEST 
Festivals. Welcome the chilly weather with a winter wonderland of live ice-carving demonstrations and interactive ice sculptures along the waterfront, with food, drinks, and kids’ activities throughout the day. Harbor Point, 1310 Point St. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 

1/31: DISTURBIN’ THE PEACE
Music. Right now, hardcore is the biggest sound on the Baltimore music scene. During this annual festival, see live performances by many of those both up-and-coming and legendary acts, as well as visiting bands, including Hatebreed, End It, Agnostic Front, Pig Pen, and more. Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Pl. 1:30 p.m. $70. 

1/31: LANDIS HARRY LARRY WITH MICAH E. WOOD 
Music. Two of Baltimore’s most beloved musical acts team up for a night of feel-good tunes in Highlandtown. In the Creative Alliance’s Patterson Theater, catch Landis Expandis perform futuristic funk alongside his two alter egos, and also hear dance-inducing tunes from Wood’s new album, You, Me, the Reign. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. 7:30 p.m.$15-25.

11/2-4/5/26. AMERICAN SUBLIME
Exhibits. American Sublime is the most comprehensive exhibition of works to date by artist Amy Sherald, helping to cement the one-time Baltimorean’s status as one of the most iconic American painters of this century. Originally slated to conclude its three-city tour at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C., this massive traveling exhibition changed course due to concerns about possible censorship. But now, in a fitting twist, the show will wrap just up I-95 at the Baltimore Museum of Art—a homecoming of sorts.

“Baltimore has always been part of my DNA as an artist,” said Sherald in a statement. “Every brushstroke carries a little of its history, its energy, its people, and my time there. To bring this exhibition here is to return that love.” In this career-spanning show, explore early works through the grand masterpieces that have made Sherald a household name today. Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free-$18. 

11/1. ICONS BALL [EDITORS’ PICK] 
Fundraisers & Galas. In this must-attend party, celebrate 10 years of BmoreArt and their 20th issue with the theme of local icons. Lord Baltimore Hotel, 20 W. Baltimore St. 7 p.m. $175.  

11/1. ROCKS YOUR SOCKS 5K
Fundraisers & Galas. Sporting this year’s theme of 1980s attire, run to benefit to Health Care for the Homeless and enjoy a post-race festival full of food, yoga, and family fun. Patterson Park, 2601 E. Baltimore St. 7:45 a.m. $35-50.

11/1. CAROLE BOSTON WEATHERFORD
Classes & Lectures. This New York Times bestselling author discusses her new children’s book, “Whirligigs,” about folk artist Vollis Simpson. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 10:30 a.m. Free.

11/1. DEAD COMPOSERS SOCIETY [EDITORS’ PICK]
Music. BSO maestro Jonathon Heyward and former Sun columnist Dan Rodricks unite for a rare blend of musical mystery. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. 3 p.m. $10. 

11/1. BILLY STRINGS
Music. This genre-defying jam-grass rocker hits the stage with his usual high energy and talent. CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 7:30 p.m. $58-96.

TO 11/2. ALONE
Theater. An aptly gothic stage brings Poe’s classic stories to life, including “Alone,” “The Raven,” “A Dream Within a Dream,” and “Annabel Lee.” Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sat. 2 &  7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $25.

TO 11/2. VESPER
Theater. This surrealist Acme Corporation play explores humanity’s relationship to the nighttime as a metaphor for navigating personal and societal darkness. The Voxel, 9 W. 25th St. Times & prices vary.

TO 11/2. THE PASTOR’S ANNIVERSARY
Music. This brand-new play combines the beauty of gospel music with a comedic twist. Arena Players, Inc., 801 McCulloh St. Times & prices vary. 

TO 11/2. ALONE, TALES FROM EDGAR ALLAN POE
Theater. Daniel Hall Kuhn’s immersive solo performance transports audiences into the macabre depths of Edgar Allan Poe’s greatest works. Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St. Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sat. 2 & 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $25. 

11/2. PUMPKIN SMASH
Family. Close out the spooky season by launching your own jack-o-lanterns from four stories up to the ground below. Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Free.

11/3. BRANDY & MONICA
Music. This iconic 1990s R&B duo co-headline their The Boy is Mine tour with special guests like Kelly Rowland. CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 7 p.m. $136-482.  

11/3. BASKETBALL HALL OF FAME
Sports. Local teams tee up in this hoops doubleheader, featuring Maryland versus Coppin State and Towson versus Loyola. CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 12 p.m. $57-241. 

11/5-9. MARYLAND FILM FEST 2025 [EDITORS’ PICK]
Film. Cinephiles unite for five days of local film’s latest and greatest, new technology, music, art, and more. Parkway Theatre, 5 W. North Ave. Times vary. $20-350. 

11/5-26. PIECING AND PASTING AND OTHER MATERIALS RELATED TO JANE AUSTEN [EDITORS’ PICK] 
Exhibitions. For the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth, local artist Lauren Frances Adams and historian Dr. Victoria Rose Pass share this collaborative exhibit inspired by the author’s icoonic literary works. Goucher College, 1021 Dulaney Valley Rd. Times vary. Free.

11/6. IF HOMEWOOD’S WALLS COULD TALK
Exhibitions. Celebrate the opening of this new exhibition that coincides with with the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 150th anniversary of Johns Hopkins University with this house-wide exploration of Homewood’s centuries-old history. Homewood Museum, 3400 N. Charles St. 6-8 p.m. Free. 

11/6. POETRY & CONVERSATION [EDITORS’ PICK]
Classes & Lectures. Local creative leaders Abdu Ali and Taylor Johnson discuss their latest poetic projects. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 6:30 p.m. Free. 

11/6 & 20. MASTER CLASS: MANUEL BARRUECO
Classes & Lectures. Learn the art of the guitar from this world-renowned guitarist. Centre Street Performance Studio, 5 E. Centre St. 6:15-8:15 p.m. Free. 

TO 11/7. PIANO
Exhibits. Baltimore-based artist Kristin Putchinski reimagines the grand piano as more than just a musical instrument in this collection of interdisciplinary artworks. Gallery CA, 440 E. Oliver St. Mon.-Fri. 12-4 p.m.  

11/7-9. 51ST ANNUAL MARYLAND IRISH FESTIVAL
Festivals. This green-laden celebration is rich with Irish music, dancers, traditional cuisine, cultural exhibits, and more. The Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Lutherville-Timonium. Fri. 6-11 p.m., Sat. 12-11 p.m., Sun. 12-6 p.m. $10-20.  

11/7-15. PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
Theater. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s masterpiece tells the tale of a disfigured musical genius known only as ‘The Phantom’ who haunts the Paris Opera House. Hippodrome Theatre, 12 N. Eutaw St. Showtimes vary. $299-386. 

 11/7-30. TROUBLE IN MIND 
Theater. A talented Black actress welcomes the opportunity to star in an anti-lynching Broadway play, only to find out that it’s not all she thought it would be. Fells Point Corner Theatre, 251 S. Ann St. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $24. 

11/8. OYFEST [EDITORS’ PICK] 
Festivals. This beloved annual oyster festival kicks off with all-you-can-eat oysters, competitions, and local beer to benefit the Oyster Recovery Partnership. Union Craft Brewing, 1700 W. 41st St., #42. 12-5 p.m. $10-12. 

11/8. PATTERSON PARK BREWFEST [EDITORS’ PICK]
Food & Drink. Sip on more than 40 local beers, enjoy food truck bites, and hear live music in annual fetival. Patterson Park, 2601 E. Baltimore St. 12-4:30 p.m. $23.18.  

11/8. TERMITE: A BALTIMORE STORY [EDITORS’ PICK] 
Film. From local cinematographer Kirby Griffin, this short documentary tells the story of local resident and community leader “Termite” Kin Lane Brown. The Peale, 225 Holliday St. 6 p.m. Free.

11/8-1/10. SUSAN GOLDMAN: THE ORIGIN OF SELF [EDITORS’ PICK]
Exhibitions. This collection celebrates the 25-year artistic evolution and work of this esteemed printmaker, artist, curator, and filmmaker. Galerie Myrtis, 2224 N. Charles St. Thurs.-Sat. 2-6 p.m. Free. 

TO 11/9. EXTREME HEAT 
Exhibitions. See the work of fellows who are collaborating 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. 

TO 11/9. DISSENT
Exhibitions. This group show features an urgent chorus of artistic voices speaking out against today’s political climate and current issues facing marginalized communities. Atrium Artspace, 2029 Maryland Ave. Wed.-Thurs. 1-4 p.m. Free.

TO 11/9. THE PECULIAR PATRIOT
Theater. Funny and fearless, Liza Jessie Peterson’s timely one-woman show analyzes the impact of mass incarceration in the United States. Baltimore Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert St. Times vary. $10-60. 

11/9. PUPPETS FIGHT BACK!
Theater. Mutual Obsession Circle presents a spirited performance of music, puppetry, and drag. Le Mondo, 406 N. Howard St. 8 p.m. $20. 

11/10. SCRIPT TEASE
Theater. Everyman actor Katie Kleiger presents her playwright debut, following Ava and Eleanor as they confront past demons and reevaluate happiness. Everyman Theatre, 315 W. Fayette St. 7 p.m. $5. 

11/10. BRIAN BAKER [EDITORS’ PICK]
Classes & Lectures. With Tony Pence of Celebrated Summer Records, this legendary punk guitarist discusses the photograph collection from his many years of touring with bands like Minor Threat and Bad Religion. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 7-8 p.m. Free. 

11/10-14. ANIMAL ARCHITECTS
Festivals. Become a zoo engineer by using your creativity to solve real-world problems that animals face in the wild. Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. $28-33. 

11/11. DR. NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON
Classes & Lectures. This world-renowned astrophysicist speaks on his latest work in cosmic research. The Lyric, 140 W. Mt. Royal Ave. 7:30 p.m. $61.50-190.70.

11/11-15. DIFFUSION FESTIVAL [EDITORS’ PICK]
Exhibitions. Ignite your senses by wading through artist Jeff Carey’s immersive electronic music installations. The Voxel, 9 W. 25th St. Times vary. Free. 

11/13. WITHOUT ARROWS 
Film. In honor of Native American Heritage Month, enjoy a screening of this film that follows the Lakȟóta family and their traditions. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. 6 p.m. Free. 

11/13-15. JIM GAFFIGAN
Comedy. This comedian, actor, and writer performs his latest tour, “Everything is Wonderful!” The Lyric, 140 W. Mt. Royal Ave. Thurs.-Fri. 7 p.m., Sat. 8 p.m. $50.90-180.05. 

11/13-12/23. WINTERFEST & HOLIDAY SALE
Market. Find the perfect gift in this collection of hand-crafted ceramics created by Baltimore Clayworks artists. Baltimore Clayworks, 5707 Smith Ave. Times vary. Free.

11/13-16. AN EVENING WITH ALEX AND OLMSTED [EDITORS’ PICK]
Theater. This puppet theater duo performs their award-winning variety acts and short puppet films. Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St. Thurs.-Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sat. 3 & 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. Free-$15 

11/14. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT NIGHT
Film. Maryland Public Television presents a preview screening of the new Ken Burns film, followed by a letter-writing activity and panel discussion. Maryland Center for History & Culture, 610 Park Ave. 5-8 p.m. Free.

11/14-15. THE FOURTH ANNUAL BALTIMORE IRISH TENOR BANJO SUMMIT
Music. Enjoy a weekend of traditional Irish music performances and the opportunity to learn the accompanying dance moves. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. $25-130. 

11/14-12/5. NOW YOU SEE IT, NOW YOU…
Exhibitions. This solo art exhibition by Baltimore visual artist Nora Howell makes the invisible visible. Gallery CA, 440 E. Oliver St. Mon.-Fri. 12-4 p.m. Free. 

11/15. DAM JAM FESTIVAL
Festivals. Enjoy live bands, vendors, food trucks, crafts, and more beside the water. Lake Roland, 1000 Lakeside Dr. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 

11/15. HOLIDAY MAKERS’ MARKET
Markets. Pick up holiday gifts like locally made jewelry, artwork, and more at Evergreen. Evergreen Museum & Library, 4545 N. Charles St. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 

11/15. QUEERING THE COLLECTION
Exhibitions. Explore the “From Gérôme to Monet” collection with Jonathan Katz, a queer art historian, curator, and professor from the University of Pennsylvania. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. 3-4 p.m. Free.

 11/15. MORTIFIED AT MANOR MILL
Theater. Everyday adults unveil their most embarrassing teenage diary entries, poems, and more in front of total strangers. The Loft at Manor Mill, 2029 Monkton Rd., Monkton. 7-9 p.m. $27.50.

11/15. POW-WOW & NATIVE AMERICAN FESTIVAL [EDITORS’ PICK]
Festivals. In this annual celebration of Native American heritage from the Mid-Atlantic region, explore traditional foods, customs, and dances, including a festive pow-wow. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Lutherville-Timonium. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. $7.18.

TO 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. 

TO 11/16. ART
Theater. In this Tony Award-winning comedy set in modern-day Paris, a long-time friendship changes after the purchase of a questionable artwork. Everyman Theatre, 315 W. Fayette St. $5-97. 

11/16. KNITTERS & CROCHETERS NEEDED FOR NIFTY NECKWEAR
Classes & Lectures. Drop off or make homemade scarves to keep AVAM’s iconic 15-foot pink poodle Fifi warm through the winter months. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 

11/16. BALTIMORE VINTAGE EXPO [EDITORS’ PICK]
Markets. During this beloved annual event, shop from vintage and antique vendors selling quality clothing, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, decor, and furniture. Union Collective, 1700 W. 41st St. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 

11/16. ALSOP CONDUCTS BRAHMS 3
Music. Music Director Laureate Marin Alsop conducts this iconic symphony and French-Serbian violinist Nemanja Radulović performs the Khachaturian Violin Concerto. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. 3 p.m. $41-114. 

11/16. ASTRONAUT SYMPHONY [EDITORS’ PICK]
Music. Pianist, composer, and lyricist Scott Patterson leads this intergalactic ensemble exploding with fantastic futuristic funkiness. Keystone Korner Baltimore, 1350 Lancaster St. 5 & 7:30 p.m. $35-45.

11/16-2/1. JOHN AKOMFRAH
Exhibitions. View an immersive video installation from this London-based featuring perspectives of young Civil Rights activists of the 1960s. The Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free.

11/18. “AETHER” 
Music. Enjoy the ambient vocals of Marie Herrington with happy hour cocktails and coffee. Bird in Hand, 11 E. 33rd St. 6 p.m. Free.  

11/19-23. TU DANCE COMPANY FALL CONCERT
Dance. The Towson University dance troupe performs a combination of ballet, modern, and contemporary works. Towson University, Stephen’s Hall Theatre, 8000 York Rd., Towson 7 p.m. Prices vary. Free.

11/20. ‘MARINE LIFE & MANHATTANS’
Classes & Lectures. Marine scientist and educator Symone Barkley discusses the field of marine biology and encourages budding biologists to chase their dreams, with cocktails to boot. Irvine Nature Center, 11201 Garrison Forest Rd., Owings Mills. 6:30 p.m. $55-65. 

11/20. BALTIMORE HONKY TONK
Music. Local musicians perform classic country tunes during this beloved monthly dance party, with a free lesson included. Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Ave. 6:30-10 p.m. $12.51.  

11/21. I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY…BEFORE 9 PM 
Music. DJ Mikie Love brings the ’80s and ’90s hits for this early-bird dance party. Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 6-9 p.m. $21.17. 

11/21. BASKET BINGO AT THE ZOO
Kids. Bring friends for this old-school game night, the chance to win prizes, and cocktails, too. The Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl. 6-9:30 p.m. $40. 

TO 11/22. PANDARAYUHAN: HOME IS A MEMORY
Exhibitions. Anna Divinagracia’s solo show reflects on home, identity, and longing through the lens of the Filipino immigrant experience. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. Tues.-Sat. 12-5 p.m. Free.

11/22. AVAM BIRTHDAY BASH [EDITORS’ PICK]
Fundraisers & Galas. Celebrate 30 years of the American Visionary Art Museum with tours, activities, a birthday cake, and more! American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Hey Hwy. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free-$15.99. 

11/22. BEYOND THE FRAME: BALTIMORE FILMMAKERS DAY
Film. See this screening and discussion of short films from the ’70s and ’80s by local filmmakers from the Pratt’s film collection. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 1-3 p.m. Free.

11/22. FRIENDSGIVING FEAST
Food & Drink. In Station North, celebrate friends and food with fall-inspired cocktails, elevated seasonal bites, live music, and more. Motor House, 120 W. North Ave. 6-8 p.m. $50-80. 

11/22. BMA BALL & AFTER PARTY 
Exhibitions. Enjoy dinner, drinks, and the after-party dancing, with this year’s event honoring artists Amy Sherald and Wangechi Mutu. The Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. 6 p.m.-12 a.m. $125+. 

11/22. WAR ON WOMEN [EDITORS’ PICK]
Music. This long-beloved Baltimore feminist punk band performs their hardcore sound. Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 7 p.m. $26.32. 

TO 11/23. HAIR
Theater. This musical unlike any other is set during the Vietnam War with a touch of psychedelic rock-and-rock and a defiant war-cry for peace. Vagabond Players, 806 S. Broadway. Times vary. $12-30. 

11/23. TALIB KWELI
Music. This Brooklyn-born rapper performs his hits downtown. Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Pl. 8 p.m. $25-39. 

11/25. NATIVE AMERICAN ART IN PRINTS OPEN HOUSE
Exhibitions. View original prints from C. Szwedzicki, a small publisher in France who produced six portfolios of North American Indian art. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Free.

11/26. CRIS JACOBS FAMILY REUNION [EDITORS’ PICK]
Music. This Baltimore folk legend performs his latest album with special guests The Bridge, Smooth Kentucky, and more. The Recher, 512 York Rd., Towson. 6 p.m. $42.92.  

11/26. TODD MARCUS QUARTET
Music. This esteemed Baltimore-based bass clarinetist performs his fresh, inventive jazz creations to kick off the holiday season. Keystone Korner Baltimore, 1350 Lancaster St. 7 p.m. $30-35. 

11/26-30. DR. SEUSS’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS
Theater. This classic holiday thief comes to life on the downtown stage in this musical Christmas classic. Hippodrome Theatre, 12 N. Eutaw St. Times vary. $45-183.  

11/27-12/24. CHRISTMAS VILLAGE
Markets. This annual holiday market of holiday goodies featuring a carousel, Ferris wheel, heated tents, craft vendors, and a beer garden. 501 Light St. 12-5 p.m. Free. 

11/28. BLACK FRIDAY
Festivals. In this annual beer festival, drink the season’s darkest stouts and porters in Fells Point. Max’s Taphouse, 737 S. Broadway, 11:30 a.m.-11:45 p.m. Free.

11/28-30. BAH HUMBUG
Theater. Mid-Atlantic Improv creates an unpredictable, comedic take on “A Christmas Carol” with the help of audience members. Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $20-25.

11/28-30. FESTIVAL OF TREES [EDITORS’ PICK]
Festivals. A winter wonderland of designer-decorated trees, wreaths, and gingerbread houses with carnival games, food trucks, and more to benefit Kennedy Krieger Institute. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Lutherville-Timonium. Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Prices vary. 

11/26-1/4. SANTA CLAUS IS COMIN’
Music. This Motown Christmas revue features holiday tunes reimagined by the talented Nygel D. Robinson. Baltimore Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert St. Times vary. $10-60. 

11/27. Y TURKEY TROT CHARITY 5K
Fundraisers & Galas. Start Thanksgiving Day with a race to help support families with food and financial assistance. Multiple YMCA locations. 8:30 a.m. $6.30-43.40. 

11/28-12/23. THE POLAR EXPRESS TRAIN RIDE
Family. Bring the kids to take this two-hour train ride with performances and a visit from Santa. B&O Railroad Museum, 901 W. Pratt St. Times vary. $55-120. 

11/29. LESLIE ODOM, JR. 
Music. This Tony- and Grammy-winning artist returns this holiday season for a night of festive music. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. 7:30 p.m. 

11/29-29. BAZAART [EDITORS’ PICK]
Markets. Holiday shoppers flock to this holiday craft market featuring original creations from 50 local artisans. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. Fri. 12-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 

11/29-12/23. A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Theater. The Dickens holiday classic is adapted to take place in 19th-century Baltimore. Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, 7 S. Calvert St. Showtimes vary. $35-82.  

TO 11/30. DO YOU GO OUT? [EDITORS’ PICK]
Exhibitions. Explore Baltimore queer history through the work of local artist Amos Badertscher which documents gay nightlife and street culture. The Club Car, 12 W. North Ave. 5-9 p.m. Free.

11/30-1/1. MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET [EDITORS’ PICK]
Festivals. The most festive block in Hampden is decked out in over-the-top holiday cheer. 700 block of W. 34th St. Sun.-Thurs. 6-10 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 6 p.m.-12 a.m. Free.

11/30-12/4. DECEIVED
Theater. An adaptation of the thriller “Gaslight,” this play follows Bella, who is questioning her sanity as a mystery of manipulation unfolds. Everyman Theatre, 315 W. Fayette St. 7 p.m. $5-66. 

TO 6/7/26. FROM GEROME TO MONET
Exhibitions. View works by artists trained at government-sponsored art schools alongside paintings completed in the same years by the Impressionists. Hackerman House, 1 W. Mt. Vernon Pl. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 1-8 p.m.  

TO 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.

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 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 1/11/26. SOULFUL CREATURES
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 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 2/26. DAILY HUSTLE: THE PHOTOGRAPHS OF I. HENRY PHILLIPS , SR.
Exhibitions. This collection of images by iconic photographer I. Henry Phillips Sr. depicts Black Baltimoreans at work, curated by his grandson, Webster Phillips. Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy. Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free-$15. 

TO 3/8/26. ENGAGING THE ELEMENTS: POETRY IN NATURE
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.

TO 3/8/26. THE WAY OF NATURE
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.

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.

TO 8/31/26. FANTASTIC REALITIES
Exhibits. In this otherworldly exhibition, these surreal artworks challenge what’s real and navigate time and space. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-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. 

Oct. 3-5: THE INTERNATIONAL EDGAR ALLAN POE FESTIVAL
Festivals. Nearly two centuries ago, Edgar Allan Poe is said to have stumbled out of a Fells Point tavern—either intoxicated or ill, the mystery remains—and within a few short days was pronounced dead at a local hospital. Now buried in an unmarked grave at Westminster Presbyterian Church on the edge of West Baltimore, the city has since become a mecca for diehard fans of the 19th-century poet, especially in October, when the International Edgar Allan Poe Festival kicks off not in Boston (his birthplace), Manhattan (where he allegedly wrote “The Raven”), or Philadelphia (where his career took off), but his final resting place.

For three days, join the Edgar Allan Poe House & Museum on Amity Street for a wide array of macabre festivities, from a masquerade ball, twilight cemetery tours, spooky film screenings, a costume contest, historic exhibitions, live music, and more. Edgar Allan Poe House & Museum, 203 N. Amity St. Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

10/1-31: BALTIMORE BLAQ PRIDE
Festivals. Participate in a full month of cookouts, block parties, pageants, happy hours, and other festivities. Multiple locations. Times and prices vary. 

10/2: WORLD IS YOUR OYSTER FEST
Festivals. Join the Oyster Recovery Partnership and celebrate the rebounding populations of Chesapeake Bay oysters by slurping shells from more than 12 oyster farms and seafood restaurants, a shucking competition, live music, and more. B&O Railroad Museum, 901 W. Pratt St. 5:30 p.m. $110-135. 

10/2: HORROR AS QUEER
Lectures & Classes. Podcasting professor May Santiago looks at the influence and illustration of queerness in horror films. Maryland Center for History and Culture, 610 Park Ave. 6 p.m. Free. 

10/2-5: NEW/NEXT FILM FEST [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. Now in its third year, this Baltimore Public Media festival features multiple nights of film screenings, Q&A panels, after-parties, and special appearances by local film folks like comedian-turned-actor Stavros Halkias. Charles Theatre, 1711 N. Charles St. Times & prices vary. 

10/2-5: THE WEDDING JESTER
Theater. In this play, a stand-up comedian confronts the director of Fiddler on the Roof over errors in the film’s script. Baltimore Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St. Thurs.-Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $15-25.

10/3: MARITIME MAGIC
Festivals. Enjoy a festive fundraiser along the water with live music from New Orleans-based Dumpstaphunk and food from over 50 of the region’s top restaurants to benefit Living Classrooms. Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park, 1417 Thames St. 6 p.m. $125.

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.

10/3: MT. VERNON VIRTUOSI
Music. Enjoy a live lunchtime concert by this chamber-music troupe. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 12 p.m. Free. 

10/3: SHANE GILLIS LIVE
Comedy. This brazen comedian and Tires actor delivers his latest stand-up routine. CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 8 p.m. $61-136. 

10/3: CULTURALLY CURATED [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. Join the Lewis Museum for this Friday-night festival, featuring live music, food trucks, and local art from the Black Genius Art Show. Reginald F. Lewis Museum, 830 E. Pratt St. 7-10 p.m. $20.30. 

10/3-11/2: INTERIOR ARCHITECTURES [Editor’s Pick]
Exhibitions. Curated by Baltimore Beat arts-and-culture editor Teri Henderson, this new exhibition focus on the construction of our inner worlds and features the drawing-based artworks of Vinnie Hager and the sculptural paintings of Emma Childs—two of the city’s most up-and-coming artists. Current Space, 421 N. Howard St. Sat. 1-5. Free. 

10/3-5:. NOBODY IS EVER MISSING [Editor’s Pick]
Theater. The experimental Mind On Fire music collective presents this bold, new, outdoor opera inspired by its namesake novel, taking place at sunset on the Stony Run Trail. Stony Run Trail, 3904 Linkwood Rd. 7 p.m. Free. 

10/3-5: GOSPEL WITH AUDACITY
Theater. This gospel comedy digs into all the laughter, joy, and music of a Baptist congregation. Arena Players, Inc., 801 McCulloh St. 8-10 p.m. $32.84-38.09. 

10/3-5 & 9-12: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS [Editor’s Pick]
Theater. Agatha Christie’s classic murder-mystery novel comes to life aboard the the Manor Mill Playhouse’s own Orient Express. David Niven Theater, 1500 Glencoe Rd. Thurs.-Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $20-27.50. 

10/3-31: ZOO BOO!
Family. Ring in the spooky season at the zoo with fall festivities every weekend, including a pumpkin patch, hay maze, and trick-or-treating. Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl. Fri.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free-$33.

TO 10/4: BACK TO THE REAL WORLD
Exhibits. See this solo multimedia show of travel-inspired artworks by local street artist Mike Byson. Atrium Artspace, 2029 Maryland Ave. Wed.-Thurs. 1-4 p.m. Free. 

10/4: ARTS IN THE PARK
Festivals. At this annual Brooklyn Park celebration, join local creatives for live entertainment, art activities, vendors, and family fun. Chesapeake Arts Center, 194 Hammonds Ln. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 

10/4: OTTOBAR’S 28TH BIRTHDAY BASH [Editor’s Pick]
Music. Celebrate this cherished music mainstay with food trucks, a flea market, and a concert lineup along the waterfront, featuring local bands like Pinkshift, PLRS, Outcalls, and more. Inner Harbor Amphitheater, 201 E. Pratt St. 12-8 p.m. Free. 

10/4: LIT: HOMAGE TO OUR ANCESTORS
Theater. This multi-disciplinary literary event honors Afro-Haitian heritage and cultural traditions. Le Mondo, 406 N. Howard St. 5:30-8:30 p.m. $25-55. 

10/4: WHITNEY CUMMINGS
Comedy. This actor, comedian, and podcast host performs her new stand-up tour. The Lyric, 140 W. Mount Royal Ave. 7 p.m. $50.90-91.55. 

10/4-5: OPEN STUDIO TOUR [Editor’s Pick]
Exhibits. Over the past 37 years, this citywide event gives attendees a behind-the-scenes look inside the studios of Baltimore’s most talented artists. Locations vary. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 

10/4-5: JURASSIC PARK IN CONCERT
Music. Watch this iconic dinosaur film come to life with a live performance of John Williams’ iconic score. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $46-86. 

10/4-11/7: PIANO
Exhibits. Baltimore-based artist Kristin Putchinski reimagines the grand piano as more than just a musical instrument in this collection of interdisciplinary artworks. Gallery CA, 440 E. Oliver St. Mon.-Fri. 12-4 p.m.

10/4-8/31/26: FANTASTIC REALITIES [Editor’s Pick]
Exhibits. In this otherworldly exhibition, these surreal artworks challenge what’s real and navigate time and space. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free-$15.95.

10/5: OUTSIDE IN [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. At The Compound in East Baltimore, explore the boundless creativity of this DIY arts hub through this new on-site series, featuring exhibitions, film screenings, workshops, live music, a vendor market, Narcan training, and more. The Compound, 2239 Kirk Ave. 3-11 p.m. Free. 

10/5: GIL AND ORLI SHAHAM
Music. This powerhouse sibling duo performs works a collection of classic-music works. Shriver Hall, 3400 N. Charles St. 5:30 p.m. $48. 

10/5: VIOLENT FEMMES
Music. This popular post-punk band perform in Mount Vernon on their new tour. The Lyric, 140 W. Mount Royal Ave. 8 p.m. $57.65-143.35. 

TO 10/6: CHARM CITY FRINGE [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. Don’t miss this series of wacky and wonderful theater performances, late-night shows, music, and exhibitions with everything from grandma drag to beer and ballet. The Peale, 225 Holliday St. Times vary. $20-210.

10/6: RENEÉ RAPP
Music. This rising pop star performs outside in Columbia. Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. 8 p.m. $42-299. 

TO 10/7: THE STRENGTH TO BE JOYFUL
Exhibits. Explore feel-good works by painter Mary Proctor, known for her painted doors lovingly adorned with flea market trinkets. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free-$15.95. 

10/8: UNEXPECTED MAGIC [Editor’s Pick]
Theater. This Stoop Storytelling event features stories of radical reciprocity and relationships that change lives. Shriver Hall, 3400 N. Charles St. 7 p.m. Free. 

10/8: DESIRE
Music. This talented Canadian troupe performs this electronic brand of “dark disco.” Metro Baltimore, 1700 N. Charles St. 8 p.m. $25.75. 

10/9: DINING OUT FOR LIFE
Food & Drink. Fan-favorite local restaurants like Gertrude’s, Silver Queen Cafe, and Artifact Coffee host a meal to support HIV service organizations. Locations, times, & prices vary. 

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. 

10/10: ART IN OVERDRIVE! [Editor’s Pick]
Fundraisers & Galas. Celebrate 10 years of Motor House with a fun-filled evening of art, music, and community. Motor House, 120 W. North Ave. 6 p.m.-1 a.m. Prices vary. 

10/10: THE WAILERS
Music. The legendary former members of Bob Marley’s iconic troupe recently made a comeback with a few new faces to reignite that timeless reggae sound. The Recher, 512 York Rd., Towson. 8 p.m. $41.89. 

10/10: EMO NITE RETURNS!
Music. Dance the night away to only the best emo tracks by top artists, old and new. Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 9 p.m. $24.26. 

10/10-11: OKTOBEARFEST
Food & Drink. For two days, enjoy animal encounters, unlimited beer sampling, live music, and vendors at the zoo. Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl. Fri. 6-10 p.m., Sat. 1-6 p.m. $35-250. 

10/10-12: SUBSCAPE [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. Celebrate the city’s DIY underground music scene with three nights of concerts from more than 60 local punk, metal, indie, rock, and experimental bands. Locations & times vary. Free. 

10/10-12: FELLS POINT FUN FESTIVAL
Festivals. This beloved street festival fills the Thames Street waterfront with live music, local food, and more. Thames St. Fri. 5-9 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Free.

10/10-12: ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST
Theater. Alessandro Stradella’s brand-new, biblical opera comes to life on stage. Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m. $25-25. 

10/10 & 12: TOSCA
Theater. Puccini’s dramatic opera follows the thrills of a love triangle set in a politically tense Rome. Towson University, 8000 York Rd., Towson. Fri. 6:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Free.

10/10-31: GARBAGE QUEST [Editor’s Pick]
Theater. The Baltimore Rock Opera Society presents its latest production, inspired by retro video games, set in a fantastical pixelated world, and featuring semi-improvisational performances with live music by a house band. 1915 Maryland Ave Thurs.-Sat. 7 & 9 p.m. $25-100. 

TO 10/11: SWIMMING POOL
Exhibits. See new paintings and a site-specific installation by ultramarathon open-water swimmer Katie Pumphrey, connecting her experiences in the water to human perseverance. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. Tues.-Thurs. 12-5 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. 

10/11: SPOOKY SCIENCE
Family. Let the kids conduct festive experiments like exploding jack-o-lanterns and creating monsters. Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St. 12-4 p.m. Free-$29.95. 

10/11: UNITED WAY CENTENNIAL BENEFIT CONCERT
Music. Grammy award-winning rapper Common headlines this fundraiser, along with performances by other artists, including the Baltimore City College Choir. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. 7 p.m. $53-703.

10/11: JIMMIE’S CHICKEN SHACK
Music. This Annapolis rock band performs for home-state fans in Towson. The Recher, 512 York Rd., Towson. 8 p.m. $25.69.

TO 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. 

10/12: FRANK SOLIVAN & DIRTY KITCHEN
Music. This esteemed Mid-Atlantic musician fuses bluegrass, country, jazz, and blues. Stages Music Arts, 10 Stenerson Ln., Cockeysville. 2:30 p.m. $39.19. 

10/12: RACHMANINOFF VESPERS
Music. A choral performance of Rachmaninoff’s “All-Night Vigil” is performed with Ukrainian pronunciation. Baltimore Basilica, 409 Cathedral St. 4 p.m. Free-$52.

10/15: FIRST TASTE OF BALTIMORE
Fundraisers & Galas. Teach for America introduces its newest corps of educators with local food, drinks, and music. M&T Bank Stadium, 1101 Russell St. 5:30 p.m. $150-200.

10/15-18: GARDEN GLOW
Exhibits. Stroll through the Ladew gardens filled with illuminated jack-o-lanterns and sculptures made by local artists with live music and food-and-drink. Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pke., Monkton. 5-9 p.m. $10-50.

10/15-11/9: THE PECULIAR PATRIOT [Editor’s Pick]
Theater. Funny and fearless, Liza Jessie Peterson’s timely one-woman show analyzes the impact of mass incarceration in the United States. Baltimore Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert St. Times vary. $10-60. 

TO 10/16: LIVING WITH IT
Exhibits. A solo showing of photography by Liam Davis explores the evasive nature of time. Goya Contemporary Gallery, 3000 Chestnut Ave. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 12-4 p.m. Free. 

TO 10/16: IN A MATTER OF TIME
Exhibits. View vintage panoramic photographs by internationally acclaimed photographer Lynn Silverman. Goya Contemporary Gallery, 3000 Chestnut Ave. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 12-4 p.m. Free. 

10/16: THEN & NOW [Editor’s Pick]
Lectures & Classes. Enjoy a conversation with photojournalist Webster Phillips about Black photography and the new exhibit, The Daily Hustle. The Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy. 6:30-8 p.m. Free-$15. 

10/16: COCKTAILS AT THE CONSERVATORY [Editor’s Pick]
Fundraises & Galas. Support this architecture wonder by ogling at all of the plants and sipping seasonal-inspired cocktails by some of the city’s best bartenders.. Rawlings Conservatory, 3100 Swann Dr. 6:30 p.m. 

10/16: JOSHUA DAVIS CLARK
Lectures & Classes. This UB professor talks about his new book on his police misconduct during the Civil Rights movement and the activists who fought back. Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Ave. 7 p.m. Free-$27.95. 

10/16-19: DISNEY ON ICE
Theater. From Moana to Mickie, see your favorite Disney characters skating to the classic tunes live on the ice. CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. Times & prices vary. 

10/16-11/2: VESPER [Editor’s Pick]
Theater. This surrealist Acme Corporation play explores humanity’s relationship to the nighttime as a metaphor for navigating personal and societal darkness. The Voxel, 9 W. 25th St. Times & prices vary. 

10/17-19: MARYLAND FALL HOME & GARDEN SHOW
Festivals. Explore an array of indoor and outdoor décor and design vendors for inspiration on refreshing your own home. Maryland State Fair, 2200 York Rd., Timonium. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free-$9.

10/17-19: RARE & OBSCURE BEER FESTIVAL
Food & Drink. This annual fete draws the most serious beer lovers for elusive brews form near and far. Max’s Taphouse, 737 S. Broadway. 11:30 a.m. Free. 

10/17-19: BALTIMORE COMIC-CON
Festivals. Comic-book lovers and fan-favorite characters come together to meet writers, illustrators, influencers, and more. Baltimore Convention Center, 1 W. Pratt St. Fri. 1-7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $31.49-190.49. 

10/17-11/9: DISSENT
Exhibitions. This powerful group show explores power, policy, and the lived experience of these pressing times, featuring regional artists like Reed Bmore, Susan Washington, and Estéban Whiteside. Atrium Artspace, 2029 Maryland Ave. Wed.-Thurs. 1-4 p.m. Free.

10/17-11/23: HAIR
Theater. This musical unlike any other is set during the Vietnam War with a touch of psychedelic rock-and-rock and a defiant war-cry for peace. Vagabond Players, 806 S. Broadway. Times vary. $12-30. 

10/17-11/2: THE PASTOR’S ANNIVERSARY
Music. This brand-new play combines the beauty of gospel music with a comedic twist. Arena Players, Inc., 801 McCulloh St. Times & prices vary. 

10/18: BALTIMORE RUNNING FESTIVAL [Editor’s Pick]
Sports. Now in its 25th year, this multi-race event runs across the city, ending with a finish line full of fun. Locations, times, & prices vary. thebaltimoremarathon.com.

10/18: DANDIES ON DISPLAY
Exhibits. In honor of this year’s Met Gala theme, explore the strategic use of Black Dandyism during the Harlem Renaissance as tools of asserting agency and sophistication in the face of deeply entrenched racism. Maryland Center for History & Culture, 610 Park Ave. 11 a.m. $15-30. 

10/18: BEERS AND FEAR MARKET
Festivals. For one day, raise a pint and shop all things Halloween, from spooky trinkets to chilling tchotchkes, all locally made. Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th St. 12-5 p.m.

10/18: MARYLAND SPICY CON
Festivals. Fire up your tastebuds with samplings of local and national hot sauces, with plenty of bottles for purchase. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Timonium. 12-5 p.m. $11-15. 

10/18: WHISKEY ON THE WATERFRONT
Food & Drink. Sip on Sagamore whiskey with live music, food trucks, and views from the Baltimore Peninsula. Sagamore Distillery, 301 E. Cromwell St. 12-6 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 10/19: JANE AUSTEN’S PERSUASION
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.

10/19: MYSTICAL MAGICAL VINTAGE MARKET
Festivals. Don your most enchanting garb and wade through a charming market full of handmade creations, vintage vendors, and kids’ activities. Emma’s tea Spot, 5500 Harford Rd. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 

10/19-11/16: ART [Editor’s Pick]
Theater. In this Tony Award-winning comedy set in modern-day Paris, a long-time friendship changes after the purchase of a questionable artwork. Everyman Theatre, 315 W. Fayette St. $5-97. 

10/21: MEDIUMS, MAGICIANS, & THE OUIJA BOARD [Editor’s Pick]
Lectures & Classes. Learn about the local history of mediums, the Ouija Board, and a group of amateur magicians, the Demons Club. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 6:30 p.m. Free.

10/22-23: SOUR BEEF FESTIVAL [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. Celebrate Octoberfest with a traditional Baltimore sour beef feast at the Zion Church of Baltimore’s historic hall or outdoor garden with German beer and wine, live music, and more. Zion Church of the City of Baltimore, 400 E. Lexington St. Wed.-Thurs. 4-8 p.m. $27.

10/23: SIGNS, SYMBOLS, & STRANGE HAPPENINGS
Theater. Baltimoreans share stories about the strange, magical, and the possibly otherworldly in this spooky night with Stoop Storytelling. 2640 Space, 2640 St. Paul St. 7 p.m. $25.

10/23-24: ARBOORETUM
Family. Take moonlit nature walks, creep through spooky trails, and see the Cylburn mansion decked out in Halloween decor. Cylburn Arboretum, 4915 Greenspring Ave. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Prices vary.

10/24: TOWN MOUNTAIN
Music. This alt-country Asheville band brings its Appalachian spirit to Federal Hill.  The 8×10, 10 E. Cross St. 7 p.m. $24.72. 

10/24: PRESSING STRINGS
Music. These Annapolis natives perform their rootsy rock with up-and-coming pop Baltimore artist Enslow. The Recher, 512 York Rd., Towson. 8 p.m. $25.69. 

10/24: LITTLE FEAT
Music. This iconic California rock band brings hits like “Willin’” and “Dixie Chicken” to the Mount Vernon stage. The Lyric, 140 W. Mount Royal Ave. 8 p.m. $55.15-350.44.

10/24: PUMPKINS ON THE GREEN
Family. Enjoy a harvest hangout with live music, local food, craft cocktails, a silent auction, and animal encounters to benefit this county greenspace. Irvine Nature Center, 11201 Garrison Forest Rd., Owings Mills. Times & prices vary.

10/24-25: KEVIN NEALON
Comedy. Saturday Night Live emeritus, comedian, and actor Kevin Nealon brings his reliably dry humor to his latest stand-up routine. Magooby’s Joke House, 9603 Deereco Rd., Timonium. 7 & 9:30 p.m. $29.99-86.99. 

TO 10/25: UNIDOS EN EL ARTE
Exhibits. A culmination of works by local Latinx and Caribbean artists showcasing how the community transforms hardships into creation. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. Tues.-Sat. 12-5 p.m. Free. 

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. 

10/25: THE GREAT HALLOWEEN LANTERN PARADE [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. Watch a procession of glowing lanterns during this beloved Creative Alliance tradition at Patterson Park, with a Dia De Los Muertos festival throughout the afternoon. Patterson Park. Festival: 4 p.m. Parade: 7 p.m. Free. 

10/25: THE WALTERS GALA [Editor’s Pick]
Fundraisers & Galas. Dine in the galleries surrounded by magnificent works of art to benefit this cultural institution. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. 6 p.m. $150+.

10/25: EVENING ON THE FALLS [Editor’s Pick]
Galas & Fundraisers. Celebrate 15 years of Blue Water Baltimore’s fight for clean water with an oyster bar, delicious drinks, raffles, and an award ceremony. True Chesapeake, 3300 Clipper Mill Rd. 6-9 p.m. $150-1800. 

10/25: BALTIMORE SQUARE DANCE
Dance. Dancers of every skill level are invited to try out new moves to guided instruction. Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Ave. 6:30-10:30 p.m. Free-$20. 

10/25: HALLOWEEN BALTIMORE [Editor’s Pick]
Music. The city’s biggest annual Halloween fete brings costumed Baltimoreans into this harborside institution for a rooftop dance party, planetarium DJ sets, and an immersive IMAX experience. Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St. 7 p.m.-1 a.m. $61.65-110.62. 

10/25: DOORS OPEN BALTIMORE [Editor’s Pick]
Festivals. For one day only, get special entrance to Baltimore’s bounty of historic architectural buildings and learn about their chapters in local history. Locations vary. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. & 1-5 p.m. Free.

10/25-12/20: HOUSE OF MELO [Editor’s Pick]
Exhibitions. Baltimore native Carmelo Anthony presents this landmark exhibition on the occasion of his induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame, featuring artifacts and mementos that showcase his impact on sports, style, and social justice. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. prattlibrary.org. FREE

10/26: HAUNTED PEALE
Exhibits. Visit one of the nation’s oldest museums to see what spooky surprises linger from its 211-year history. The Peale, 225 Holliday St. 1-4 p.m. $25. 

10/26: TAILS ON THE RAILS
Family. Bring your pets for a ride to Carroll Park on the Mile One Express, with a costume contest and “Yappy Hour.” B&O Railroad Museum, 901 W. Pratt St. 2-5 p.m. $20. 

10/26: TALES OF POE
Music. The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra presents this eerie performance in haunting tribute to Edgar Allen Poe. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. 3 p.m. $35-109.

10/26: END IT ‘WRONG SIDE OF HEAVEN’ RELEASE [Editor’s Pick]
Music. This fast-rising Baltimore hardcore band celebrates the release of their highly anticipated new album, with opening acts Torn Apart and Hold My Own. Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Pl. 6 p.m. Sold out. baltimoresoundstage.com.

TO 10/29: PIECING AND PASTING AND OTHER MATERIALS RELATED TO JANE AUSTEN
Exhibits. In celebration of 250 years since Jane Austen’s birth, view a collection of materials inspired by her work. Goucher College, 1021 Dulaney Valley Rd. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

10/29: WITCH’S BREW
Lectures & Classes. Explore the history of local witchcraft with true stories and folklore from across the state. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 6:30 p.m. Free.

10/29: SUN RA ARKESTRA HALLOWEEN FREAKOUT
Music. Come in costume to this ghoulish gathering featuring spiritual performances from this cosmic and iconic jazz group. Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster St. 7 p.m. $50-65. 

10/30: HALLOWEEN TODDLER TIME
Family. Bring the kids to decorate mini pumpkins, participate in a costume parade, and trick-or-treat throughout the Pigtown museum. B&O Railroad Museum, 901 W. Pratt St. 10 a.m. $12-20. 

10/30: THE BIG DRAW FESTIVAL
Lectures & Classes. Artists of all skill levels are invited to sketch their way through the art museum alongside live music from the Peabody Institute. The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. 6 p.m. Free.

10/31: A TELL-TALE HALLOWEEN
Exhibits. View artifacts, manuscripts, a short film, and more from the library’s Edgar Allan Poe Collection. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 

10/31: BMORE HORROR CLUB HALLOWEEN PARTY
Festivals. Break out your best costume for an epic evening dance party with DJ Nicholai Metroshock. Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th St. 6-10 p.m. Free.

10/31-11/1: BILLY STRINGS
Music. Following the release of his latest album, this Grammy-winning bluegrass musician performs his cult-followed tunes downtown. CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. 7:30 p.m. $58-102. cfgbankarena.com.

10/31-11/1: CHOCOLATE COVERED ROCKY HORROR [Editor’s Pick]
Theater. This sexy, spooky performance of the classic horror comedy features an African American Shadow-cast ensemble. Baltimore Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert St. 8:30 p.m. $40. 

10/31-11/2: ALONE
Theater. An aptly gothic stage brings Poe’s classic stories to life, including “Alone,” “The Raven,” “A Dream Within a Dream,” and “Annabel Lee.” Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sat. 2 &  7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $25. 

TO 11/1: OKTOBERFEST
Food & Drink. Local artists showcase their takes on beer steins and wine goblets in time for fall, with the ceramics available for purchase. Baltimore Clayworks, 5707 Smith Ave. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun.-Mon. 12-5 p.m. Free.

TO 11/1: VOLUME 10: DISMANTLED
Exhibits. The Bureau of Queer Art presents a collection of works exploring the intimacy, vulnerability, and rebellion of queerness. Maryland Art Place, 218 W. Saratoga St. Tues.-Sat. 12-4 p.m. Free.

TO 11/9: EXTREME HEAT
Exhibitions. See the work of fellows who are collaborating 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. 

TO 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. 

TO 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. 

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 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 1/11/26: SOULFUL CREATURES
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 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 2/26: DAILY HUSTLE: THE PHOTOGRAPHS OF I. HENRY PHILLIPS , SR.
Exhibits. This collection of images by iconic photographer I. Henry Phillips Sr. depicts Black Baltimoreans at work, curated by his grandson, Webster Phillips. Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy. Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free-$15. 

TO 3/8/26: ENGAGING THE ELEMENTS: POETRY IN NATURE
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. 

TO 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. 

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.