Wednesday, August 23
State of the Arts Live Recording: Join Aaron Dante for a live recording of his podcast No Pix After Dark as he leads a discussion on the State of the Arts in Baltimore. Dante will be joined by Baltimore City’s Senior Advisor of Arts & Culture Tonya R. Miller Hall, visual and performance artist Baltimore-native Derrick Adams, and community advocate and President of the Midtown Community Benefits District Eric Souza. ($23) 6 p.m. at Harbor East Cinemas, 645 South President Street. For more information, go to: harboreastcinemas.com or call: 443-835-2200.
Thursday, August 24
Bromo Art Walk: Experience the Bromo Arts District during a night of artistic performances, exhibits, and open studios. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Multiple Locations, beginning at 218 West Saratoga Street. For more information, go to: bromodistrict.org/bromo-art-walk or call: 410-244-1030 ex. 713.
Return To the Land Opening Reception: Guest curator and Baltimore-based artist Jessy DeSantis is curating a contemporary exhibition highlighting artists’ interpretive expression of their relationship with the Land, featuring multidisciplinary art by Baltimore-based artists. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Motor House, 120 West North Avenue. For more information, go to: motorhousebaltimore.com.
Bromo Art Walk Party: Featuring sounds by DJ duo GRL PWR, on-site drinks, and food from Just Elbows 9816 and Trinacria. Free, but registration is required. 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. at M&T Bank Exchange, 12 North Eutaw Street. For more information, go to: bromodistrict.org/bromo-art-walk or call: 410-244-1030 ex. 713.
Friday, August 25
Creative Mornings Baltimore | Pride with Bria Sterling-Wilson: A monthly speaker series led by Baltimore’s most innovative and creative minds. This month’s talk will be led by Bria Sterling-Wilson, a photographer and collage artist from Baltimore. 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at good neighbor, 3827 Falls Road. For more information, go to: creativemornings.com/talks/bria-sterling-wilson or email: baltimore@creativemornings.com.
Station North Art Walk: An evening of simultaneous exhibits, performances, and special events in the Station North Arts District with a spotlight on the Greenmount West neighborhood. Free, but registration is recommended. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at various locations. For more information, go to: stationnorth.org.
Golden Hour x DJ-SUN: Ease into your weekend with a cold cocktail, sunset views, and the slickest summertime beats. Featuring sounds by DJ-SUN spinning to set the tone for your weekend ahead. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Sagamore Pendry, 1715 Thames Street. For more information, go to: pendry.com/baltimore or call: 443-552-1400.
Simply The Best: The Ultimate Tina Turner Tribute: Celebrate the Queen of Rock and Roll at this nonstop, high-energy musical journey featuring Vivian Ross as Tina Turner, wonderful background dancer/singers, and a powerful, studio quality band lead by world-renowned Bassist, Gary Grainger. ($30-$45; $15 to stream) 7:00 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street. For more information, go to: keystonekornerbaltimore.com or call: 410-946-6726.
Come on Barbie, Let’s Go Party!: Grab your girls and dance the night away with the musical curation of DJs Webbie Web and Pangelica. Featuring performances by life-size Barbies, BABY, Floozy Carmicheal, and more, as well as a photobooth run by Diviniagracia. Ages 21+. ($15) 9 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 North Howard Street. For more information, go to: theottobar.com or call: 410-662-0069.
Food Truck Fridays: A streetlight picnic series featuring rotating food and drink specials behind Hotel Ulysses. 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Hotel Ulysses, 2 East Read Street. For more information, go to: ash.world/hotels/ulysses.
Saturday, August 26
Charm City Live Music Festival: An eclectic blend of art, entertainment, and local eats featuring the sounds of R&B singer Ari Lennox, R&B artist Donell Jones, and DJ and hip-hop artist MC Lyte. There will also be a kids’ zone, food trucks, and retail spaces. Noon to 8 p.m. at Market Place and East Pratt Street. For more information, go to: charmcitylive.baltimorecity.gov.
Beach Party: Celebrate the end of summer with live performances by Pearl, Doubt, and Turd Merlin, and a DJ set by Rox Reed. Beach attire is encouraged. Ages 18+. ($12 adv/ $15 at the door) 7 p.m. to midnight at Current Space, 421 Tyson Street. For more information, go to: currentspace.com or email: info@currentspace.com.
DJ Paul: Rapper, DJ, producer, and founding member of Three 6 Mafia DJ Paul will be tearing up the stage in Baltimore. Featuring performances by Kidd Kidd, DJ-SUN, and 4KMichael. Ages 18+ ($25-$30) 9 p.m., at Ottobar, 2549 North Howard Street. For more information, go to: theottobar.com or call: 410-662-0069.
VERSION: A Dance Party for Queer People: Sounds by Trillnatured, hosted by Kotic Couture, and documented by Sydney Allen. ($10) 10 p.m., The Crown, 1910 North Charles Street. For more information, go to: thecrownbaltimore.com or call: 410-625-4848.
Sunday, August 27
Lyra and the Ferocious Beast: A two-act, sci-fi/fantasy play that you do not want to miss. Presented by Truepenny Projects and directed by Tatiana Nya Ford. ($20-$30) 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at The Voxel, 9 West 25th Street. For more information, go to: voxel.org, or email: hello@voxel.org.
7th Annual Baltimore Comedy Festival Opening Reception: Kick off the Baltimore Comedy Festival, which will feature professional comedians from around the U.S. for six days of live showcases at multiple venues throughout downtown Baltimore and around the city. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at The Motor House, 120 West North Avenue. For more information, go to: motorhousebaltimore.com.
Monday, August 28
More Than Hype: Screening and celebration of docuseries that highlights urban city hip-hop history, culture, and influencers from past to present. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture, 830 East Pratt Street. For more information, go to: lewismuseum.org, morethanhypefilm.com, or call: 443-263-1800.
Thursday, August 31
Garden Hours: Drinks in the Garden Bar and music from JaySwann and guest DJ Amsies. 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, September 1
Holli J’ouvert Block-O: Get ready to experience a real Soca party with lots of paint, foam, water, and lights for the ultimate neon night J’ouvert. Featuring sounds by Trinidad Killa, Fyah Oats, Ricky Platinum, and more. ($40) 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Hammerjacks, 1300 Russell Street. For more information, go to: hollijouvert.com or email: info@holliworldwide.com.
In The Medium: Gather with fellow artists, makers, and crafters to work on current projects or start something new. There will be artist prompts for inspiration, and the bar will be open for drinks. Open to all experience levels. (Free) 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Creative Alliance, Marquee Lounge, 3134 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to: creativealliance.org or call: 410-276-1651.
War On Women: A showcase of Baltimore-based feminist, queer, and POC hardcore bands, featuring live performances by Hormone and Scramble. All ages. ($17-$20) 8 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 North Howard Street. For more information, go to: theottobar.com or call: 410-662-0069.
Saturday, September 2
GRL PWR Presents: Butch Garden: A queer-friendly happy hour dance party that is welcome to all. 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 East 30th Street. For more information, go to: peabodyheightsbrewery.com or call: 410-467-7837.
Soul Bowl: Unlimited bowling for adults every first Saturday. Ages 21+. ($30) 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Shake & Bake, 1601 Pennsylvania Avenue. For more information, call: 410-396-6136.
Ultra Naté’s DEEP SUGAR: 20th Anniversary Party!: Come dressed to impress for a celebration of 20 years of Deep Sugar’s house music legacy. Featuring the sounds of Jellybean Benitez, Ultra Naté, and Mark Evans. ($25) 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Place. For more information, go to: baltimoresoundstage.com, or call: 410-244-0057.
Ultra Naté’s Deep Sugar 20th Anniversary: AFTERPARTY: Featuring the sounds of Wayne Davis, DJ Oji, Mookie Brock, and Kevin Naidura. 21+. Cash bar until 1:30 a.m. ($20 – $25) 12 a.m.. to 5 a.m. at Factory 17, 1722 North Charles Street. For more information, email: deepsugarparty@gmail.com or call: 410-547-8423.
Sunday, September 3
Collective Minds Festival: The famed annual house music festival returns to Poly and celebrates its 20th anniversary. ($5 – $10) Noon to 7 p.m. at Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, 1400 West Cold Spring Lane. For more information, go to: cmfestival.org.
September 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, September 5
Crown Karaoke Party: Come sing all of your favorite hits. Ages 21+. 9 p.m. at The Crown Baltimore, 1910 North Charles Street. For more information, go to: thecrownbaltimore.com, or call 410-625-4848.
Wednesday, September 6
L’Oreal Thompson Payton presents “Stop Waiting for Perfect”: A book talk celebrating the release of “Stop Waiting for Perfect” presented by award-winning journalist, motivational speaker, and blogger L’Oreal Thompson Payton in conversation with Baltimore Beat’s Editor-in-Chief Lisa Snowden. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s Bookstore Coffeehouse, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to: redemmas.org or call: 410-601-3072.