These events may be rescheduled or cancelled due to the recent winter weather.
Wednesday, January 28
Wellness on the Waterfront: Yoga: Marissa Walch leads all-levels vinyasa yoga along the waterfront. 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. at Rye Street Park, 301 Mission Boulevard. For more information, go to marissawalch.com/classes.
Profs & Pints Baltimore: Satanic Panics: Learn more about Satanic Panics from academic experts while enjoying a beer. ($17.59) 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Guilford Hall Brewery, 1611 Guilford Avenue. For more information, go to guilfordhall.com/events.
Box & Sip: High-intensity interval training & boxing basics followed by a relaxing glass of wine. ($31.72) 6:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Wine Collective, 1700 W. 41st Street, Suite #490. For more information, go to winecollective.vin.
Elizabeth Vartkessian: “The Deserving”: An evening with author and mitigation specialist Elizabeth Vartkessian. Vartkessian will be joined in conversation by Baltimore Beat Editor-in-Chief Lisa Snowden. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library Central Branch, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org.
Sapphic Social: Arts & crafts, board games & prizes. ($17.48) 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Meander Art Bar, 1801 E. Lombard Street. For more information, find @queertalkbmore on Instagram.
Thursday, January 29
Rooted/Growing Bicentennial Exhibition: Opening Performance with Synesthesia Peabody x MICA: Sculpture exhibition & live musical performance event featuring Yoonjung Lee & Michelle Shengyu Li’s “Eternal Horizon: The Sunrise and Sunset,” exploring time, breath, & desire. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at MICA Brown Center Atrium, 1303 W. Mount Royal Avenue. For more information, go to mica.edu/events-exhibitions.
Short Form, Huge Fun: A Community Improv Jam: Improv games & community building, led by Jess Robey. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Highwire Center, 400 S. Conkling Street. For more information, go to highwireimprov.com/shows.
The Soularites, Strangers That Clique, Eat The Cake Band: Funk, ska, rock, & hip hop. ($16.04) 7 p.m. at The Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com.
Total Maniac with O.I.L. and Consumer Culture: Hardcore. 18+ ($20.60) 8 p.m. at Holy Frijoles, 908 W. 36th Street. For more information, go to metrobaltimore.com.
Afro Haus: An intimate club experience curated by the region’s top sound selectors, designed to introduce participants to Afro House, Gqom, and emotive house music. 21+ ($10) 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. at The Rockwell, 702 S. Broadway. For more information, find @wearesoultribe on Instagram.
Friday, January 30
Improv @ The Peale: The first improv showcase of 2026 at The Peale, with a jam at the end of the night. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Peale, 225 Holliday Street. For more information, go to thepeale.org/upcoming-events.
Art Hive: A community art happy hour “with an open bar of art supplies,” hosted by Joellen Wojcik. 21+ 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Ottobar (Upstairs), 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, find @ndmu_arthive on Instagram.
Kyndal Phillip and the Foxhounds: This local act combines the folk songs that inspired them with new originals. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Pitango Bakery Cafe, 903 S. Ann Street. For more information, go to pitangogelato.com/events.
Soulful Fridays ft. Stoney Ellis: Live music, soul food, & drinks. 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Next Phaze Cafe, 112 E. Lexington Street. For more information, find Next Phaze on Facebook.
2010: A 2010s Theme Party with DJ Lucky, DJ Edenz: Dance party with all your favorite 2010s throwbacks. 21+ ($11.99 – $22.99) 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Don Tigre Locust Point, 900 E. Fort Avenue. For more information, find @timelessproductionss on Instagram.
Saturday, January 31
4th Annual A Very Melo Classic: Local high school basketball talents face off all day. ($21.72) 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Morgan State University Hill Field House, 1700 E. Cold Spring Lane. For more information, find @teammelobasketball on Instagram.
Last Night A DJ Saved My Life: Panel conversation and presentation with Black radio DJs from Baltimore and the DMV discussing the impact of Black radio in the community, as well as using their own platforms for advocacy. ($12 – $15) 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American Culture & History, 830 E. Pratt Street. For more information, go to lewismuseum.org/events-calendar.
Mimosas & Manifestations: Hands-on vision board and journal workshop experience with wine and charcuterie. ($72.49) 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Drama MaMa Bookshop, 8600 Foundry Street, Suite G8, Savage. For more information, find @wivesandwineweekend on Instagram.
Coffee Cupping with Sophomore Coffee Roasters: Kris Fulton of Sophomore Coffee leads an interactive coffee cupping workshop. 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library Johnston Square Branch, 1132 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org.
Opening Reception for Arvay Adams: “On This Day”: In this exhibition, Adams showcases works of art based on some of the most pivotal moments in the nation’s Black history. Opening reception 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Winkel Gallery, 1715 Aliceanna Street. For more information, go to winkelgallery.com/exhibitions.
Weed & Wine + Karaoke: Complimentary wine tasting with bud, snacks, and entertainment. 21+ ($39.49+) 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Garage, 6 E. Lafayette Avenue. For more information, go to linktr.ee/bentwineco.
RnB Nights Live: A night of classic R&B hits from DJ Keyz, live band, and local artists. ($39.19+) 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at La Familia Soundstage, 836 Guilford Avenue. For more information, find “RnB Nights Live” on eventbrite.com.
Midnight Frequency: Afro rave with multiple DJs and a late night happy hour. 21+ ($17.49) 9 p.m. to 1:45 a.m. at The Manor, 924 N. Charles Street. For more information, find “Midnight Frequency” on posh.vip.
Test Press: A Record Shop Rave: DJs IISCO b2b SYRE and Geoff spinning house and minimal “built for the heads, the dancers, and the diggers.” 21+ ($29.24) 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. at The Sound Garden, 1616 Thames Street. For more information, go to offstagesessions.com.
Sunday, February 1
Wordsmith – Bridging Worlds: Hip-Hop Meets Chamber Music: Wordsmith breaks down the intersections of hip hop and chamber music, showcasing how modern artists remix these two traditions. (Free – $28.52) 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at The Peale, 225 Holliday Street. For more information, go to thepeale.org/upcoming-events.
Monday, February 2
Chess Night: All levels welcome. 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.
Tuesday, February 3
Jarvis Givens: “I’ll Make Me a World”: Harvard University Professor Jarvis Givens reflects on the legacy and future of Black History Month in his empowering, urgent call to preserve traditions for future generations. Givens will be joined in conversation by Karsonya Wise Whitehead, host of “Today with Dr. Kaye” on WEAA 88.9 FM. 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Hosted by Enoch Pratt Free Library (Virtual). For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org.
Celebrating a New, Youth-Led Literary Map of Baltimore: The launch of a literary map of Baltimore, created by local youth writers and editors in preparation for the Association of Writers and Writing Programs Conference in March 2026. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Baltimore Unity Hall, 1505 Eutaw Place. For more information, find @charmlitmag on Instagram.
Wednesday, February 4
Pressed Flower Workshop: Design your own arrangement of pressed local flowers, complete with a vintage frame. ($55.20) 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at B.Willow, 220 W. 27th Street. For more information, go to bwillow.com/calendar.
Feed the Feed: Inside Maryland’s Food Influencer Scene with “NoPixAfterDark”: Join a live taping of the podcast “NoPixAfterDark” with local influencers Chris Franzoni, Simone Phillips, and Samantha Stern. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library Central Branch, 400 E. Cathedral Street. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org.
Lily Meyer presents “THE END OF ROMANCE”: Lily Meyer discusses her new novel, “The End of Romance,” in conversation with local writer and editor Nate Brown. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Greedy Reads Remington, 320 W. 29th Street. For more information, go to greedyreads.com/events.
Salsa with Pride: An inclusive evening of Latin dance, led by Bmore Urbana. No dance partner or background in dance is required. (Pay what you can) 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at The Pride Center of Maryland, 2418 St. Paul Street. For more information, find “Salsa with Pride” on eventbrite.com.
Thursday, February 5
Plantation Park Heights Black History Month Celebration: Grand opening of The Morganale — a unique architectural installation & community resource by Morgan State students. 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Plantation Park Heights Urban Farm’s Keyworth and Parkheights Avenue Site, 3900 Park Heights Avenue. For more information, go to plantationparkheights.org.
Teen Lab: Mosaic: Teens are invited to make mosaic art inspired by Baltimore artist Herb Massie. 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at The Walters, 600 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to thewalters.org/events.
INTRODUCTION TO MEMOIR: Your Baltimore, Your Voice: A multi-part workshop for 5th to 8th graders beginning on February 5, with additional sessions on February 12 and 19. ($30 for series) 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Baltimore Unity Hall, 1505 Eutaw Place. For more information, go to charmlitmag.org/workshops.
“Scrap Theory”: Mali D. Collins in Conversation with Nadejda Webb: Author Mali D. Collins discusses her debut book, “Scrap Theory: Reproductive Injustice in the Black Feminist Imagination.” 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Clifton House, 2605 Talbot Road. For more information, find “The Clifton House” on eventbrite.com.
“Cleanse Your Palate”: A night of wine, music, culture, and good company. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Spirits of Mt Vernon, 900 N. Charles Street. For more information, find “Cleanse Your Palate” on posh.vip.
Mess and Friction: Writers Emily Mitchell, Dora Malech, Michael Loughran, and Eman Quotah read selected new works. 7 p.m. at Fadensonnen (Upstairs Tavern), 3 W. 23rd Street. For more information, find @messandfriction on Instagram.
Friday, February 6
Opening Reception for Quiet Storm: Selected Works by Elijah Trice: The paintings of Elijah Trice employ a sort of strength, “[resisting] volume and excess [and] favoring subtlety, stillness, and emotional density over overt declaration.” 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Quid Nunc Art Gallery, 1007 N. Charles Street, 1st Floor. For more information, find “Elijah Trice” on eventbrite.com.
Fine and Dandy Poetry Night: A night of poetry in celebration of Black dandyism and spoken word, as performed by local Black poets. ($10 – $23.18) 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at Soul Nyam, 11 E. Mount Royal Avenue. For more information, find @soulnyam on Instagram.
THE BIGGEST SIP N PAINT IN BALTIMORE!!!!: Trap and R&B music, art, and good vibes. All supplies provided. ($40.65 – $52.50) 7:06 p.m. to 9:56 p.m. at Baltimore War Memorial, 101 N. Gay Street D. For more information, find “The Gallery About Nothing” on eventbrite.com.
Tenet Vocal Artists: Note e Parole: Acclaimed early-music ensemble performing 17th century Italian works of Monteverdi and Strozzi. ($10 – $35) 7:30 p.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 811 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to emmanueldowntown.org.
Drag Race Season 18 Viewing Party: Hosted by local drag performers Lula Lioness and Bratz LaVey. 18+ 8 p.m. at Creative Alliance Marquee Lounge, 3134 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events.
Perreo Bowl – Baltimore Edition: Dance party with reggaeton, EDM, and halftime hits provided by NDVST. 21+ ($28.37) 10 p.m. to 1 a.m at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to perreobowl.com.
Saturday, February 7
Dilla Day Baltimore 2026: Celebrating the legend himself, J Dilla. One main event with VIP listening and beat-making pre-party experiences. ($39.19 – $71.21) 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at various venues. For more information, find “Dilla Day Baltimore 2026” on eventbrite.com.
Rooted & Restored: Restorative group Reiki session designed to ground, calm the system, and support the root chakra. No prior Reiki experience needed. 21+ ($28.52) 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. at Stem & Vine, 326 N. Charles Street. For more information, find “Rooted & Restored” on eventbrite.com.
“Voices of Baltimore: Life Under Segregation”: Film Screening & Panel: A short film including testimonies from several Baltimore residents with firsthand experience of Jim Crow laws in Maryland. Hosted by Paul Coates, with documentary participants Dr. Walter Gill, Treopia Green Washington, Evelyn Chatmon, and Judge Robert Bell. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library Central Branch, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org.
“Ancestors’ Marks”: Artist Talk: Hear from the artists in the “Ancestors’ Marks” exhibition. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center, 847 N. Howard Street. For more information, find “Ancestors’ Marks: Artist Talk” on eventbrite.com.
Sex Ed Pop-Up: An adult education experience centered on music, vendors, demonstrations, and workshops for anyone looking to “lean deeper in their pleasure.” 18+ ($44.52) 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Timbre, 900 S. Wolfe Street. For more information, go to sexedpopup.com.
Phlowers: A Juried Showcase: A showcase of local artists using their mediums to make change through art, curated by B. Robinson. Opening reception 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Black Genius Art Show, 106 N. Eutaw Street. For more information, find @theblackgeniusartshow on Instagram.
Natalie Davis with Mariel Penberthy: “Saying Yes: My Adventures in Polyamory”: An evening with Natalie Davis, author of “Saying Yes: My Adventures in Polyamory,” in conversation with Mariel Penberthy. 6 p.m. at Bird in Hand Coffee & Books, 11 E. 33rd Street. For more information, go to birdinhandcafe.com/events.
Metroschock: Baltimore’s longest-running dark dance party, with music by DJs Neska, Nicholai and Angel. 21+ 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Metro Bmore. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
The Emo Show: Love is Dead: Maryland bands performing tributes to pop-punk and emo bands, with a special performance by Let There Be Rock School. ($16.35 – $39.19) 6:30 p.m. at Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Place. For more information, find “Transcendent Events” on evenbrite.com.
Sunday, February 8
Ottobar Punk Rock Flea Market: Over 50 vendors gather in this time-honored celebration of local small businesses. 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at The Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, find @ottobarprf on Instagram.
Mommy n Me Paint Class: Be creative with your kids, grandkids, or stepkids. All supplies provided. ($58.96+) 3:08 p.m. to 5:48 p.m. at Such A Vibe Museum, 803 E. Baltimore Street. For more information, find “The Gallery About Nothing” on eventbrite.com.
Hot L Poets Series, ft. Rebecca Aronson & Wayne Miller: A reading and open mic hosted by Clare Banks, David Yezzi, and Stephen Reichert. 4 p.m. at Bird in Hand Coffee & Books, 11 E. 33rd Street. For more information, go to birdinhandcafe.com/events.
Benito Bowl Watch Party & Salsa Social: Bad Bunny halftime show watch party with salsa lessons and dance social, led by Bmore Urbana. ($23.18+) 6 p.m. at Impact Hub Baltimore, 10 E. North Avenue. For more information, find @impacthub_baltimore on Instagram.
Monday, February 9
Galentine’s Day Floral Design: Enjoy pizza and sweet treats while creating modern floral arrangements. ($81.88) 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Pitango Bakery and Cafe, 903 S. Ann Street. For more information, go to pitangogelato.com/events.
Tuesday, February 10
Sister Wife Sex Strike and More TBA: Seattle-based folk punk. ($28.37) 7 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Ashley Bennett presents “MUSCLES & MONSTERS”: Ashley Bennett discusses her romance novel, the first book of the beloved “Leviathan Fitness” series. Ashley will be in conversation with romance author Clio Evans. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Greedy Reads Remington, 320 W. 29th Street. For more information, go to greedyreads.com/events.
Mohini Dey: Bass guitarist, arranger, producer, and vocalist blending Indian musical roots with funk, jazz, rock, and metal. ($35 – $45) 7 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
Wednesday, February 11
Community Pilates w/ Shayla Thomas: A beginner pilates class suitable for all experience levels. 16+ ($15 – $20) 5:15 p.m. at Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events.
Valentine’s Day Cookie Decorating Workshop: Decorate holiday-themed cookies. ($35) 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Pitango Bakery and Cafe, 903 S. Ann Street. For more information, go to pitangogelato.com/events.