Wednesday, June 19
“Soon Come” Opening Reception: A group exhibition featuring New Generation Scholars, an intergenerational collective providing the space for a continuum of pursuits to explore the creative existence of the Black diaspora. This exhibition is up through August 7, 2024. Curated by Sharayna Ashanti Christmas and co-curated by Jordan Carter. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 360 House (exact location will be emailed to you upon confirmation of your RSVP).
Juneteenth: Artist Talk: Enjoy a cocktail hour with live music, then settle in for a fireside chat with local artists Monica Ikegwu and Kid Balloon, moderated by Thomas James and OG Bippens. ($35) 6 p.m. at Sagamore Pendry Baltimore, 1715 Thames Street. For more information, call 443-552-1400 or go to pendry.com.
Thursday, June 20
Maryland Arts Summit: Statewide conference presented by and for the Maryland arts sector, featuring panels, networking opportunities, a keynote speech by Tariq Darrell O’Meally, and more. June 20-21 at University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), 1000 Hilltop Circle. For more information, go to mdarts.org.
Artist Talk: Buildings, Objects, & Systems with Tae Hwang ft. Shae McCoy: Artist Tae Hwang and photographer Shae McCoy will discuss how their very different perspectives and experiences of Baltimore affect their work. (Free) 6 p.m to 8 p.m. Top of the World, Observation Level, 401 East Pratt Street. For more information go to viewbaltimore.org or call 410-837-8439.
Coffee Club Social: Poolside Sessions: Enjoy panoramic sunset views with three DJ sets from local favorites j:drive, Cobrastrk and FOMO throughout the evening, live painting by artist Nova Soul, photo booth, complimentary coffee cocktail, and more. ($40 GA, $300 cabanas) 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Sagamore Pendry Baltimore, 1715 Thames Street. For more information, call 443-552-1400 or go to pendry.com.
Garden Hours: Drinks in the Garden Bar and sounds from JaySwann and special guest DJ-SUN. 21+. 8 p.m. to close at Current Space, 421 Tyson Street. For more information, go to currentspace.com or email info@currentspace.com.
Friday, June 21
Reggae Rise Up Maryland: Reggae music festival. Headliners include The Roots, Iration, Collie Buddz, Shaggy and more. ($65+) June 21-23 at Baltimore Peninsula, 101 West Dickman Street. For more information, go to reggaeriseup.com.
“The Category Is Red” | Gallery Hours: Open hours to view the exhibition conceived by Mark Anthony West featuring the color red. Featured artists include Qrcky, Kim Rice and VLLAGER, Monique Ribeiro, Ayra Aziza and more. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Motor House, 120 West North Avenue. For more information, go to motorhousebaltimore.com.
Bmore Hip Hop Karaoke Session: Tupac Tribute: Ellen Gee, Eze Jackson, and DJ Harvey Dent curate a turntable spin on traditional karaoke. Come early to sign up to perform. 21+ ($10) 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at La Familia Soundstage, 836 Guilford Avenue. For more information, go to lafamiliasoundstage.com, call 410-446-8997, or email bmorehiphopkaraoke@gmail.com.
Anthony Ware’s World Of Wonders: A dazzling journey of illusions and enchantments, where magic meets mystery. ($25) 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Poe’s Magic Theatre, 20 West Baltimore Street. For more information, go to poesmagic.com or call 443-238-1348.
Searching 4 Something: Dance party featuring sounds by Babypufff, Jacq Jill, Gabberbitch69, $copi3, DJ Dolla, Sovthpaw, Av8, and Kesey Dandy. 21+ ($20) 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. at Phlote, 300 West Pratt Street. For more information, go to phlote.xyz.
Saturday, June 22
AFRAM 2024: One of the largest African American festivals on the East Coast, featuring national entertainment including Mya, Busta Rhymes, Beanie Sigel, The Basement Boys, and more. June 22-23 at Druid Hill Park, 900 Druid Park Lake Drive. For more information, go to aframbaltimore.com.
Bmore Horror Club Movie Night: “Bodies, Bodies, Bodies”: Come meet fellow horror movie fans at this free movie screening. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Old Major, 900 South Carey Street.
Pride Improv Jam: Join Highwire Improv for a welcoming, affirming, and fun improv jam for all levels. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.at Red Emma’s Bookstore Coffeehouse, Free School Classroom, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, call 410-601-3072 or go to redemmas.org.
Friends Are Homies: Dance party and black-light rave featuring sounds by Kade Young, DJ-SUN, flotussin, Koleco, Afr0delic, S.DOT, Tromac, Naomi, and DJ Dolla. 21+ ($12-$15) 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. at Phlote, 300 West Pratt Street. For more information, go to phlote.xyz.
Panda Den: Dance party featuring a night of deconstructed club music and other curiosities. 21+ (Free) 10 p.m. at Ottobar Upstairs, 2549 North Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com.
Sunday, June 23
Free Admission to Joyce J. Scott: “Walk a Mile in My Dreams”: Admission to Joyce J. Scott’s landmark exhibition is free for all visitors on this day. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Drive. For more information, call 443-573-1700 or go to artbma.org.
Wellness in Wardrobe: An Artist Affirmation Fashion Experience: Revamp your wardrobe and boost your wellness at this event designed to help you feel good inside and out. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Baltimore Unity Hall, 1505 Eutaw Place. For more information, go to livewellbemore.com or call 410-212-5953.
Queer Art Mart & Craft Swap: Bring arts and crafts to trade at this event featuring the work of BIPOC, trans and marginalized artists. 1 p.m to 5 p.m. at Open Works, 1400 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to openworksbmore.org, call 410-862-0424, or email frontdesk@openworksbmore.com.
Monday, June 24
Light Street Writers Exchange Virtual: A read-and-critique group for writers with interest in all forms of writing: poetry, novel, short story, creative nonfiction. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Virtual. For more information, go to prattlibrary.org or call 410-396-5430.
Tuesday, June 25
Closing Reception of “Social Contracts VII”: Last chance to celebrate and view the exhibition, which explores the impact of geographic, economic, social, and institutional structures on personal relationships. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Maryland Art Place, 218 West Saratoga Street. For more information, go to mdartplace.org, call 410-204-1959, or email map@mdartplace.org.
T-Pain: Rapper/singer T-Pain brings his Mansion in Wiscansin Party to Baltimore. ($61+) 7:30 p.m. at Pier Six Pavilion, 731 Eastern Avenue. For more information go to baltimorepavilion.net.
Wednesday, June 26
Print Power: MC Carey Closing Reception: Celebrate the work of MC Carey and view their hand-carved linoleum block prints made in Baltimore. 6 p.m. at Red Emma’s Bookstore Coffeehouse, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, call 410-601-3072 or go to redemmas.org.
Clay for Everyone: Bmore Clay Series: Bmore Clay Series is a Black- and queer-led program presenting an alternative to predominantly white ceramic spaces and providing opportunities with clay. Open to everyone, all materials provided.18+ ($40-$60, sliding scale, some scholarships available) 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Creative Alliance, Creativity Center, Classroom One, 3137 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to creativealliance.org or call 410-276-1651.
Thursday, June 27
Adult Game Night: Black Music Month Bingo: Test your knowledge of legendary artists, iconic hits, and influential genres that have shaped the soulful sounds of Black music. Free, but registration is required (call 410-396-6089 or stop by the Adult Information Desk at the Waverly Branch). 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m at Enoch Pratt Free Library, Waverly Branch, 400 East 33rd Street. For more information, go to prattlibrary.org.
Those Who Art Together: A Casual Critique w/ FAITH: Opportunity to share artwork in progress, engage with local artists, and build community. (Free for members, $5) 7 p.m. at Creative Alliance, Creativity Center, Classroom Two, 3137 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to creativealliance.org or call 410-276-1651.
Mecca’s Mic Poetry Open Mic: Poetry open-mic event hosted by Meccamorphosis. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Motor House, 120 West North Avenue. For more information, go to motorhousebaltimore.com.
Friday, June 28
Creative Mornings Baltimore | Pattern with Yelé Oladeinde: A monthly speaker series led by Baltimore’s most innovative and creative minds. This month’s talk will be led by Yelé Oladeinde, contemporary fashion designer and founder of Yele LLC. 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Highway. For more information, go to creativemornings.com or email baltimore@creativemornings.com.
Exhibition Opening | “dancing with my shadows: a journey to self discovery”: Celebrate the opening of an immersive solo exhibition exploring the evolution of the artist HOPE, reflecting on her inner journey toward self-discovery. 6 p.m. at Creative Alliance, Amalie Rothschild Gallery, 3137 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to creativealliance.org or call 410-276-1651.
Crosscurrence: Friendship, and Other Loves: A night of readings, performances, and music curated by Andrew Shenker. (Free) 6 p.m. at Current Space, Garden Bar, 421 Tyson Street. For more information, go to currentspace.com or email info@currentspace.com.
Saturday, June 29
Unity in the Park: House music event for the whole family featuring sounds by DJ Technics, DJ Dell, DJ Jerome Hicks and more. Noon to 8 p.m. at 3545 Cliftmont Avenue.
Baltimore Trans Pride 2024: Maryland’s largest festival celebrating our transgender, non binary, and gender-expansive community. Featuring a grand march, block party, a pride ball and much more. Baltimore Trans Pride 2024 is a program of Baltimore Safe Haven. 12 p.m to 9 p.m. at Baltimore Safe Haven, 2117 North Charles Street. For more information, go to baltimoretranspride.com or email transpride@baltimoresafehaven.org.
Baltimore’s 1st Wazobia Art & Cultural Festival: Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Wazobia on this day filled with live performances, traditional cuisine, art exhibitions, and more. All ages (Free) 2 p.m to 5 p.m. at City Springs Elementary Middle School, 100 South Caroline Street. For more information go to galleryreimagined.org or email edewordfoundation@yahoo.com.
Leg Day: Dance party presented by Break-A-Leg collective. Featuring sounds by Tromac, DJ-SUN, Dj Nico, gum.mp3, hoeteps, KOOXLA, S.DOT, and Traps N Trees. 21+ ($11.45-$22.85) 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. at The Compound, 2239 Kirk Avenue (22nd Street). For more information, contact info@compound.org.
Sunday, June 30
Free Family Sundays: Sew a Story: Artist Joyce J. Scott says her “passport of needle and thread” is a way to connect with others wherever she goes in the world. Learn how to sew images that tell a story. For families with children ages 6+, no RSVP required; art-making supplies are provided. 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Drive. For more information, go to artbma.org or call 443-573-1700.
Tuesday, July 2
Bright Moments Jam Session: Join Obasi Akoto and members of the jazz community in a night surrounded by great company, soul-lifting music, and great food. ($10 streaming, free in person) 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Keystone Korner Baltimore, 1350 Lancaster Street. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com.