Wednesday, June 28
Acute Inflections: Groove to this sophisticated duo while enjoying unique cocktails from a local distillery. ($20) 6:30 p.m to 9:30 p.m at Baltimore Spirits Company, 1700 West 41st Street #430. For more information, go to: baltimorespiritsco.com, or call 443-687-9099.
Jungle Brothers: The hip-hop and house music legends return to Baltimore. With supporting sounds by Saleem & The Music Lovers, Guy Grams, DJ Mills, and DJ S5. ($22) 8 p.m. at Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Place. For more information, go to: baltimoresoundstage.com, or call: 410-244-0057.
Thursday, June 29
Caribbean Rooftop Party: Get ready to dance the night away under the stars and get your groove on to the infectious beats of reggae, soca, calypso, and dancehall music. ($25) 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. LB SkyBar is located on the 19th floor of the Lord Baltimore Hotel, 20 West Baltimore Street. For more information, go to: lordbaltimorehotel.com, or call: 410-539-8400.
Tromac & DJ Nomii: These selectors will be taking you on a journey through modern dance music, with everything from rumpshaking remixes to global electronic music to sad girl anthems. Ages 21+. (Free) 9 p.m. at Ottobar, Upstairs, 2549 North Howard Street. For more information, go to: theottobar.com or call: 410-662-0069.
Friday, June 30
Station North Art Walk: An evening of simultaneous exhibitions, performances, and special events in the Station North Arts District with a spotlight on the Charles North neighborhood. Pick up a map at the Motor House and create your own self-guided tour. Registration is encouraged. Rain or shine. (Free) 5 p.m. to 9 p.m at multiple venues throughout Station North, 120 West North Avenue. For more information, go to: stationnorth.org.
Kevin Jackson Presents: Summer Nights: Come enjoy a sultry evening of acoustic vibes. ($35 in advance, $40 at the door) 6:30 p.m to 10 p.m. at Reginald F. Lewis Museum, 830 East Pratt Street. For more information, go to: lewismuseum.org or call: 443-263-1800.
Roberto Dyea Artist Talk: Join Waller Gallery and Roberto Dyea for an artist talk about their newest exhibition, “Survive The One.” The goal of the exhibition is to present a future of Indigenous art, and ask the question: “What would Indigenous Manga characters look like in the 21st century?” 6:30 p.m to 7:30 p.m. at Waller Gallery, 2420 North Calvert Street. For more information, go to: wallergallery.com.
Art Walk After Party: Dance the night away under the Royal Blue disco ball at the official Art Walk After Party. 9 p.m to late. at The Royal Blue, 1733 Maryland Avenue. For more information, go to: royalbluebar.com or call: 443-869-6111.
Saturday, July 1
Maryland Cannabis Legalization Celebration by Canna Heals: Enjoy music, delicious food, and beautiful art while celebrating the legalization of cannabis in Maryland. Ages 21+. ( $25-$65) 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Location to be announced. For more information, email: info@cannaheals.org, or call: 240-554-5202.
GRL PWR Presents: Butch Garden: A queer-friendly happy hour dance party that is welcome to all. 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 East 30th Street. For more information, go to: peabodyheightsbrewery.com or call: 410-467-7837.
Expandis-A Superfriends Tribute: Let’s come together to help support the supremely talented, king of quirky, Baltimore’s own icon Landis Expandis with this local band showcase and fundraising extravaganza! Featuring the musical stylings of Super City, Eze Jackson, DJ Cheeky Willy, Lowland Tropics, The Neuro Farm, and more. All ages. ($20) 7 p.m. at Metro Gallery, 1700 North Charles Street. For more information, go to: themetrogallery.net or call: 443-425-5139.
Sunday, July 2
Summer House Series: “Humble Legends” Party: Featuring house music legends DJ Oji and Wayne Davis. This event is rain or shine, featuring music, vendors, food and fun. ($15) 2 p.m. to 8 p.m at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 East 30th Street. For more information, go to: peabodyheightsbrewery.com.
July G.R.O.W Beyond Creative Barriers: Join fellow writers, artists, students, thinkers, organizers, and leaders for a monthly productivity session. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at good neighbor, 3827 Falls Road. For more information, go to: goodneighborshop.com.
Tuesday, July 4
Cherry Hill Arts & Music Waterfront Festival: A celebration of freedom, unity, and remembrance, featuring performances by Monie Love, Mykal Rose, and more. (Free) 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Middle Branch, 3301 Waterview Avenue. For more information, go to: cherryhillfest.com, or call 443-934-1972.
Crown Karaoke: Karaoke with DJ KJ featuring all of your favorite hits. Ages 21+. 9 p.m. at The Crown Baltimore, Back Bar, 1910 North Charles Street. For more information, go to: thecrownbaltimore.tumblr.com or call 410-625-4848.
Wednesday, July 5
1st Wednesdays Open Mic Night: Hosted by Lady Brion. Enjoy a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken word performers, open mic rookies, and musicians. ($5) 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Busboys and Poets, 3224 Saint Paul Street. For more information, go to: busboysandpoets.com.
Thursday, July 6
Jazzy Summer Nights: Raheem DeVaughn: Featuring DJs, food trucks, retail vendors, and more. ($41.49) 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at 101 West Cromwell Street. For more information, go to: thefinngroup.net/jazzy-summer-nights.
Garden Hours: Drinks in the Garden Bar and music from JaySwann. 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Current Space, 421 North Howard Street. For more information, go to: currentspace.com or email: info@currentspace.com.
Friday, July 7
Balance: Come ready to dance to the smooth and soulful sounds of DJs Kade Young and Kevin Naidura. 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at The Royal Blue, 1733 Maryland Avenue. For more information, go to: royalbluebar.com or call: 443-869-6111.
Marvin Gaye & Chardonnay R&B Happy Hour: An R&B Happy Hour featuring a live DJ, chardonnay, happy hour specials, and waterfront vibes. Ages 21+. (Free) 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at V-NO Wine Bar and Shop, 905 South Ann Street. For more information, go to: v-no.com or call: 410-342-8466.
Barnyard Sharks: Album release show with supporting sounds by Moth Broth and Mowder Oyal. All ages. ($12) 9 p.m. at Metro Gallery, 1700 North Charles Street. For more information, go to: themetrogallery.net or call: 443-425-5139.
Saturday, July 8
Ednor Gardens Lakeside: Ice Cream Social & Yard Sale: Taharka Brothers Ice Cream, neighborhood wares, and fun! Featuring sounds by DJ Es and Ed Hrybyk Trio. Free ice cream for the first 50 people. 12 p.m to 3 p.m. at East 35th Street & Alameda Circle. For more information, go to: ednorgardenslakeside.org.
Islam & Print’s Inaugural Exhibition Opening Reception: What Happens When We Nurture features the work of 2022 artist fellows Suldano Abdiruhman, Tayyab Maqsood, Leili Arai Tavallaei, and Anysa Saleh. The exhibition is curated by Islam & Print co-founders Dan Flounders and Safiyah Cheatam. 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Black Artist Research Space, 426 West Franklin Street. For more information, go to: blackartistresearchspace.com.
Saturday Night Showcase: A true comedy variety show featuring stand up, improv and sketch comedy. ($10) 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Zissimos Bar, 1023 West 36th Street. For more information, email: ComedyLouRoom@gmail.com.
Wednesday, July 12
Trios in the Tavern: Enjoy live jazz music curated by Brandan Brady, with a rotating cast of jazz musicians. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Fadensonnen, 3 West 23rd Street. For more information, go to: fadensonnen.com.