Wednesday, April 8
Maryland Film Festival: A multiday “filmmaker-forward, community-centered” film festival. ($20-$400) April 8 to 12 at multiple locations. For more information, go to snfparkway.org/mdff.
Thursday, April 9
Baltimore Irish Trad Fest: A weekend of traditional Irish music kicks off with a welcome ceili. ($20-$300) April 9 to 12 at Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to baltimoreirisharts.com/2026-schedule.
Jen Karner Presents “Sins of Survival”: K.C. Mead-Brewer joins Jen Karner to discuss Karner’s newest speculative novel. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Greedy Reads Remington, 320 W. 29th Street. For more information, go to greedyreads.com/events.
Get Salty! A Cabaret Fundraiser for CASA: Poet and musician JB Aris hosts this variety show in support of CASA of Baltimore. ($17-$55) 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 2640 Space, 2640 Saint Paul Street. For more information, go to 2640space.net/events.
Bedlam Brass, 50’♀& The Worms, Voltamatic: Punk brass, rock and roll. ($21.17) 7 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Alash: World-renowned throat singers and musicians Alash blend contemporary music with Tuvan tradition. ($18-$35) 7:30 p.m. at Creative Alliance Theater, 3134 Eastern Avenue, or stream virtually. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events.
Friday, April 10
Craft & Trinkets: Make pony bead keychains for yourself and for the Baltimore Trinket Library. ($5) 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Village Learning Place, 2521 Saint Paul Street. For more information, find “Craft&” on eventbrite.com.
The Baltimore Hayride: Honky tonk and two-stepping all night long, with dance lessons from Z Smith and music by D.T. Huber and Whale Show. Vintage western attire encouraged. ($11.50-$15) 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.
Crazy Apes (CD Release) With Weekends At Noon, Shattered, Colors, Mach 4: Grunge/metal. ($14.64-$17.85) 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at Zen West, 5916 York Road. For more information, find “BaltSoundManagement” on eventbrite.com.
Chaos Hour: Improv at The Highwire Center!: Live, unscripted comedy sets. ($10) 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Highwire Improv, 400 S. Conkling Street. For more information, go to highwireimprov.com/shows.
Subhumans, The Venomous Pinks, and Luxury Teeth: Punk. ($30.42) 7 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Mast Year, Sloth Herder, They Don’t Sleep Anymore, Wince: Noise rock, metal, screamo. ($12) 7 p.m. at Wax Atlas, 5523 Harford Road. For more information, go to shows.waxatlas.com.
Bula! — Kava Comedy Experience: Indulge in fresh kava and good vibes at this sober comedy night. ($7.50-$19.99) 8 p.m. at Root City Kava Bar & Lounge, 917 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to mobtowncomedy.com.
Offstage Presents: Ship Wrek: House. 18+ ($34.89) 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Place. For more information, find “Offstage” on posh.vip.
Saturday, April 11
The BIG Baltimore Kite Fest: Enjoy a day in the park surrounded by beautiful kites. Noon to 4 p.m. at Patterson Park, 2601 E. Baltimore Street. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events.
Punks & Potions Market: Willow Wisp Collective hosts this magic-inspired market. Noon to 5 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.
Charm City Spec: April Edition: Baltimore’s speculative fiction reading series returns with authors Scott Edelman, TT Madden, Mahaila Smith, Aina Hunter, and Trae Hawkins. 6 p.m. at Bird in Hand, 11 E. 33rd Street. For more information, go to birdinhandcafe.com/events.
Kiss Kiss: Queer Quality Dating: “Intentional matchmaking for trans, gay, and queer adults in Baltimore & DMV.” Suggested age range 21-34. ($39.19-$44.52) 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.
ADULT., Donzii, The Treasury: Electro punk. 7 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Boom Selecta: A Reggae Bashment Party: The first anniversary celebration for Boom Selecta, a dance party featuring reggae, soca, Afrobeats, and hip-hop jams. Food will be available for purchase throughout the evening. ($12.51-$55.20) 8 p.m at Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, find “BurrowsInk LLC” on eventbrite.com.
Crimewave: A Goth, Postpunk & Darkwave Party: “Dive into the shadows” at this goth, new wave, and postpunk dance party. 21+. 10 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Sunday, April 12
Shrek Drag Brunch: Featuring Dustyn Dawn, Chanel Belladonna, Baby Angel, and Kit Valentine. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.
Annual Ford Lecture: Lessons Through Beauty: Navina Najat Haidar, curator of Islamic art at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, explores illustrations by the Mughal emperor Jahangir. 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to thewalters.org/events.
Paul Carr & The Eric Byrd Trio: Jazz. ($15-$35) 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or stream virtually. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
Baltimore Mandolin Orchestra Centennial 2026: Celebrate 101 years of the Baltimore Mandolin Orchestra — Baltimore’s other orchestra. ($25-$30) 5 p.m. at Creative Alliance Theater, 3134 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events.
Paint and Sip @ Hampden Yards: “Sip your way through a creative evening.” Ticket includes all supplies. 21+ ($23.18-$76.54) 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Hampden Yards, 3601 Hickory Avenue. For more information, find “She Knows The Deal” on eventbrite.com.
Datura, L’Avenir, RJVJ, Winter Sect: Goth rock/postrock. ($15) 7 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
The Magic Word Tour: Baltimore rapper NVSV headlines this hometown tour finale show with Trinomial, Cam Chambers, and Adwoa. 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at Fadensonnen, 3 W. 23rd Street. For more information, find “AMETHYST MUSIC GROUP” on eventbrite.com.
Monday, April 13
Humanities in the Village ft. Laura Vasilyeva and Shane Butler: Laura Vasilyeva’s “Opera and the Built Environment” explores the Italian opera house from a global perspective. Rescheduled from February 23. 6:30 p.m. at Bird in Hand, 11 E. 33rd Street. For more information, go to birdinhandcafe.com/events.
Self Portraiture: Learn the basics of portrait drawing with yourself as the model. Ticket includes 2-hour guided class and all supplies. ($28.52) 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Meander Art Bar, 1801 E. Lombard Street. For more information, find “Meander Art Bar” on eventbrite.com.
DAT FEEL GOOD Baltimore Jazz Jam Session: A weekly multigenre jam session where all musicians and music lovers are welcome. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Motor House, 120 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to motorhousebaltimore.com/events-1.
Magdalena: Early, new, and folk music group Magdalena presents their newest program following the life of Madeleine Lartessuti, a seafarer who traveled primarily in Western Europe. ($18-$35) 7:30 p.m. at Creative Alliance Theater, 3134 Eastern Avenue, or stream virtually. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events.
Tuesday, April 14
The Late Night Tea House: Sip herbal mocktails and more at this “smooth, soulful escape for adults who crave something deeper.” (Free-$55.20) 5 p.m. at Sacred House, 1041 W. Baltimore Street. For more information, find “Recharge Retreat Refresh” on eventbrite.com.
Peabody Opera Showcase: Students from Peabody Institute perform alongside program directors Elizabeth Futral and Mary Duncan. ($10-$15) 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 811 Cathedral Street. For more information, find “Peabody Opera Showcase” on eventbrite.com.
UMBC Jazz Ensemble Presents: Excursions: A showcase from the UMBC Jazz Ensemble, a large jazz group under the direction of Matt Belzer. ($10-$25) 7 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or stream virtually. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
Book Launch: Stuart Schrader presents “Blue Power: How Police Organized to Protect and Serve Themselves” in conversation with Orisanmi Burton: “A history of police unions that reveals how American law enforcement built a political movement that made cops untouchable.” 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Wednesday, April 15
West Coalition Peale Exhibit Fundraiser: Shorty’s BBQ caters this fundraiser for an upcoming art exhibit at Tthe Peale Museum to honor the humanity and creativity of victims of police brutality. ($15-$20 donation) 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Found Studio, 4315 Harford Road. For more information, find @westwednesday on Instagram.
Christian John Wikane and Khary Simon: “A Night at the Disco”: Author Christian John Wikane discusses this nonfiction title about dance music from the 1970s. 6 p.m. at Bird in Hand, 11 E. 33rd Street. For more information, go to birdinhandcafe.com/events.
Noam Scheiber Presents “Mutiny: The Rise and Revolt of the College-Educated Working Class” in Conversation With Michael Tomasky: Noam Scheiber’s new book follows the story of the new working class and their refusal to accept the status quo of late-stage capitalism. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Mei Semones With John Roseboro: Headliner Mei Semones combines indie rock, bossa nova, jazz, and chamber pop in a unique, guitar-focused musical style. ($29.40) 7 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Thursday, April 16
Bill Oakley’s American Curiosity Dinner: Emmy-winning “Simpsons” writer and producer Bill Oakley brings his American Culinary Curiosity Dinner series to Baltimore. Ticket includes show, dinner, and 2 mocktails. ($100) 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to mobtownballroom.com/events-test.
Sam Sample With Visitor Center and Thee Windows: Country folk Americana rock. ($15) 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Warren Wolf & SMOOVE: Warren Wolf presents “SMOOVE,” his latest album of jazz vibrophone music. ($15-$35) 7 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or stream virtually. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
Wonder as Resistance: Poetry Reading and Open Mic With local Poet and Activist Hillary Gonzalez: Celebrate Baltimore writer Hillary Gonzalez’s newest collection of ecopoetry, “Wild, Unfelt World,” with a poetry reading and open mic. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Sunny Mondays, Space Corolla, Somnium, Michael, Apricity: Alternative math rock. ($10) 7 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Friday, April 17
Celebrating 50 Years of Bartleby: UMBC’s Creative Arts Journal: A celebration of the legacy of “Bartleby,” the nonconformist creative arts journal housed at UMBC. 6 p.m. at Bird in Hand, 11 E. 33rd Street. For more information, go to birdinhandcafe.com/events.
Petite Fleur: Vintage jazz. 6 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. at Pitango Bakery & Café, 903 S. Ann Street. For more information, go to pitangogelato.com/events.
RECLAIM: MICA’s 32nd Annual Benefit Fashion Show: An annual fashion show featuring 8 collections by MICA students. All proceeds benefit the Dr. Frankie Martin fund at MICA. ($10-$16) April 17 and 18 at 6:30 p.m. at MICA Brown Center, Falvey Hall, 1301 W. Mount Royal Avenue. For more information, find “Maryland Institute College of Art” on eventbrite.com.
Mortified Baltimore: Spring Break 2026: Everyday adults share their most embarrassing past writings at this event co-produced by Alex Hewett and Adam Ruben. ($18-$45) 7 p.m. at Creative Alliance Theater, 3134 Eastern Avenue, or stream virtually. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events.
Billie Marten With Squirrel Flower: Singer-songwriter. ($20) 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Comedy Night at Ovenbird! Presented by Bmore Funny Entertainment: Savor pastries and a special dinner menu while enjoying local comedy. ($12.51-$17.85) 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Ovenbird Highlandtown, 3925 Gough Street, Suite 2. For more information, find “Bmore Funny Entertainment” on eventbrite.com.
Emo Nite at Ottobar With Guest DJ Set by Tigers Jaw!: Emo legends Tigers Jaw headline this iconic event by Emo Nite LA. 18+ ($24.26) 9 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Saturday, April 18
Grim Reefer Fest 2026: Metal/rock festival with a nod to the upcoming holidaze. 18+ ($48.91) 2:30 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Snail Mail, Swirlies & Sharp Pins: Baltimore-born artist Lindsey Jordan, known as Snail Mail, returns to her hometown for this outdoor show at Union Collective. This show is rain or shine. ($39.67) 4 p.m. at Union Craft Brewing, 1700 W. 41st Street, Ste. 420. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Sweet Honey in the Rock: A Grammy-nominated African American vocal ensemble. ($15-$65) April 17 and 18 at 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or stream virtually. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
Devil in Disguise and Imbued With Violence In Vanity and After The Broken: Hard rock/metalcore. ($15-$20) 6:30 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Who’s on the Aux?: “Bring your friends, your favorite tunes, and your dance moves” to this playlist-sharing party. ($10) 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Black Genius Art Show, 106 N. Eutaw Street. For more information, find @theblackgeniusartshow on Instagram.
Czonka (DC), Be My Friend, and Joy Amaranthian: Instrumental art-punk. ($10) 7:30 p.m. at Wax Atlas, 5523 Harford Road. For more information, go to shows.waxatlas.com.
MONOWAV.: An Afro rave with DJ sets and a late-night happy hour. 9 p.m. to 1:45 a.m. at The Manor, 924 N. Charles Street. For more information, find “Midnight Frequency” on posh.vip.
Sunday, April 19
Baltimore Plant Swap: A monthly exchange of plants, cuttings, and supplies. Noon to 5 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.
Erotic Art Market: This expo of local erotic makers includes stage panels and talks. 18+. Noon to 6 p.m. at Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to mobtownballroom.com/events-test.
Sunday Series at Meander Art Bar: Clay: A 2-hour air-dry clay workshop with a professional artist. ($33.85) 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Meander Art Bar, 1801 E. Lombard Street. For more information, find “Meander Art Bar” on eventbrite.com.
The Artist Playbook: Creative Resource Fair: Join the Mayor’s Office of Arts, Culture, and Entertainment for a panel discussion, mixer, and curated resources and workshops for artists. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Motor House, 120 W. North Avenue. For more information, find “Mayor’s Office of Arts, Culture, & Entertainment” on posh.vip.
Pallbearer, Performing “Foundations of Burden” in Full With Knoll & Lathe: Doom metal. ($34.54) 7 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
The Orchestra of Indigenous Instruments and New Technologies: This unique orchestral ensemble recovers forgotten Indigenous instruments and brings them to life. ($18-$40) 7:30 p.m. at Creative Alliance Theater, 3134 Eastern Avenue, or stream virtually. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events.
Monday, April 20
April 20th! An Incredible Puff ’n’ Paint Experience!!: The Gallery About Nothing hosts this 4/20 puff and paint. ($47.11) 4:20 p.m. or 9:20 p.m. at The Gallery About Nothing, 805 E. Baltimore Street. For more information, find “The Gallery About Nothing” on eventbrite.com.
Jason Green With D. Paul Monteiro, Jr.: “Too Precious to Lose”: D. Paul Monteiro joins to discuss this memoir by former Obama White House staffer Jason Green. 6 p.m. at Bird in Hand, 11 E. 33rd Street. For more information, go to birdinhandcafe.com/events.
Figure Drawing With Live Models: An optional half-hour class precedes this open drawing session with live models. ($17.85-$28.52) 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Meander Art Bar, 1801 E. Lombard Street. For more information, find “Meander Art Bar” on eventbrite.com.
Tuesday, April 21
Vital Perspectives: Featuring Hanna Garth With Nicole Labruto: The Vital Perspectives series brings public health conversations to the forefront through literature. This month’s event features Hanna Garth’s new release “Food Justice Undone: Lessons for Building a Better Movement.” 6 p.m. at Bird in Hand, 11 E. 33rd Street. For more information, go to birdinhandcafe.com/events.
Wednesday, April 22
Desert Kokedama Workshop: Kokedama, or “moss balls,” are a classic Japanese style of planting that combines moss, specialized soil, and other plants. Ticket includes all supplies. ($55.20) 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at B.Willow, 220 W. 27th Street. For more information, go to bwillow.com/events-1.
Sade’s Collective: R&B/highlife/jazz. ($10-$25) 7 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or stream virtually. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
Alicia Kennedy Presents “On Eating,” in Conversation With Anny Gaul: Alicia Kennedy’s complex memoir on food culture explores “the deep hunger of loss, grief, families, and the stories we tell each other in order to survive.” 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.