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Literary | Live Music | Performances | Art Exhibits | Crafts | Food & Drink | Resources | For Kids | Community Participation
Wednesday, June 3
Lawyer in the Library: Immigration Information: Legal practitioners from Just Neighbors and World Relief provide free legal advice related to immigration topics. Services available in Spanish. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library — Southeast Anchor Branch, Atrium, 3601 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org.
Phaedra Stewart: “Beyond the Clouds”: Phaedra Stewart’s newest release is “Beyond the Clouds,” a children’s book about a child’s first experience flying in an airplane. 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library — Johnston Square Branch, 1132 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org.
Domestic Violence Training for Barbers and Beauty Professionals: The Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement offers this monthly bystander intervention training for beauty industry professionals. 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. virtually. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
Wellness on the Waterfront: Yoga: Join Marissa Walch for a free all-levels vinyasa yoga class on the waterfront in Locust Point. 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. at Rye Street Park, 301 E. Cromwell Street. For more information, find “Baltimore Peninsula” on eventbrite.com.
West Wednesday: Hear about the ongoing fight for police accountability in the Tyrone West case and for all victims of police misconduct. This event happens every Wednesday. 7 p.m. virtually on the @westwednesday YouTube channel. For more information, go to westcoalition.com or follow @westwednesday on Instagram and Justice for Tyrone West on Facebook.
Charm City Slam Team Send-Off Show: Host Kenneth Something presents a send-off party for the Charm City Slam Team, who will soon perform at SoFried Poetry. Also features an open mic. ($23.18) 7 p.m. to 9 p.m at Capital Lounge, 1531 Pennsylvania Avenue. For more information, find “Kenneth Something” on eventbrite.com.
Thursday, June 4
2026 Baltimore City Small Business Advancement Conference: A small business conference with speakers, roundtables, workshops, a trade fair, and more. ($25) 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Baltimore Convention Center, 1 W. Pratt Street. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
Second Chance Employment and Resource Fair: “This event is designed for Justice-Involved Baltimore City residents who are looking for their next job opportunities and want to connect directly with employers who are actively hiring.” 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the War Memorial Building, 101 N. Gay Street. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
Closing Reception: “Baltimore, Imagined: Artists From the Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women”: Closing reception for the annual student-curated exhibition of the Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women’s best artworks from the 2025-2026 school year. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to thewalters.org/events.
Brooke Nevils With Katie Curran O’Malley: “Unspeakable Things”: Brooke Nevils merges memoir with investigative journalism to examine stereotypes and myths about sexual assault and harassment. Nevils will be joined by Katie Curran O’Malley. 6 p.m. at The Ivy Bookshop, 5928 Falls Road. For more information, go to theivybookshop.com/events.
29th Street Community Game Night: A community bingo event. 6 p.m. at 29th Street Community Center, 300 E. 29th Street. For more information, find “The 29th Street Community Center” on eventbrite.com.
Drag Bingo at Meander Art Bar: Ivanna Peesa hosts this drag bingo on the first Thursday of every month. Features drag performances and six rounds of bingo. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Meander Art Bar, 1801 E. Lombard Street. For more information, find “Peessa Party” on eventbrite.com.
Mekons: Postpunk art collective. ($48.91) 7 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Chris Smalls Presents “When the Revolution Comes: A Fight for the Future of the Working Class” in Conversation With Maximillian Alvarez: Author and union president Chris Smalls just published “a deeply personal and eye-opening account of the creation of the Amazon Labor Union.” Smalls will be joined by local author Maximillian Alvarez. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
MegaGoneFree With Jabbagotdajuice, Strawbalien, and Eph See: Alternative pop. ($17-$50) 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Pollute, The MFC, Homewreckers: Hardcore punk. ($10) 7 p.m. at Wax Atlas, 5523 Harford Road. For more information, go to shows.waxatlas.com/see-full-calandar.
Jasmin Benward presents “Crying in LA”: Jasmin Benward’s debut poetry collection “Crying in LA” uses metaphors and imagery of shifting to depict her experiences of Black sapphic love, uncertainty, and loss. Benward will be joined in conversation with Jade Flower Foster. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Greedy Reads Fells Point, 1744 Aliceanna Street. For more information, go to greedyreads.com/events.
T4T: Queer Quality Dating: Fill out a questionnaire to be matched on quality speed dates with other participants. 21+ ($39.19-$44.52) 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at The Club Car, 12 W. North Avenue. For more information, find “Maria Gabriela Aldana” on eventbrite.com.
Libation Creation: Learn the stories of how your favorite cocktails came to be. Ticket includes one draft beer. 21+ ($18.91) 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.
Garden Hours: A biweekly evening in the Current Space Garden Bar with DJ sets from JaySwann and guest DJ lLUSM, along with a variety of vendors. 21+. 8 p.m. at Current Space, 421 Tyson Street. For more information, find “Current Space” on pools.events.
Slow Burn: A Sexy Sapphic R&B Pride Party: DJs NuKicks and Fay provide the jams for this Pride Month celebration. Also featuring connection cards, local vendors, burlesque performances, and more. ($15) 8 p.m. to midnight at Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to mobtownballroom.com/events.
Friday, June 5
The Bmore Craft Exchange: Swap and discover unique crafts from local makers. June 5 to 7 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at West Shore Park, 401 Light Street. For more information, find “simply created events” on eventbrite.com.
13th Annual Baltimore Immigration Summit: “The Baltimore Immigration Summit is a one-day event that brings together academics, policymakers, service providers, activists, community leaders, and others working with and for New Americans (immigrants and refugees) in our region.” 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Morgan State University, 1700 E. Cold Spring Lane. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
“Eric Block: The Familiar and Strange” Opening Reception: Eric Block’s stylized portraits “inhabit a compelling space between humor and unease—at times playful, at times haunting, and often delightfully grotesque.” 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Snake Hill, 418 S. Clinton Street. For more information, find “Night Owl Gallery” on eventbrite.com.
Turning the Page at Brickhouse Books: Brickhouse Books is the oldest literary press in Maryland, publishing poetry and prose since 1970. This reading will feature Brickhouse authors Lauren Small and Shira Kundinger. 6 p.m. at The Ivy Bookshop, 5928 Falls Road. For more information, go to theivybookshop.com/events.
Balancing Act: Performance and Protest: Local publishers Mason Jar Press and fifth wheel press team up again to present a night of literature, drag, burlesque, and performance hosted by Vulvarine and The Workshop Prince. Performer tips and donations for Ayoub’s family will be collected at the event. 18+. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Eager Park Concert Series 2026: Live music by Image Band, Harbor Lights Pan Ensemble, DJ Tarrus, and DJ Blacpoet. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Eager Park, 900 N. Wolfe Street. For more information, find “Johns Hopkins GCE” on eventbrite.com.
Where We Began: An artist talk with Hope and Faith McCorkle and Jamea Richmond-Edwards, exhibiting artists from “You Can Always Come Back Home.” Please RSVP. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Creative Alliance Main Gallery, 3134 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events.
Joe Keyes and The Late Bloomer Band: Multigenre music by self-proclaimed “late bloomer” Joe Keyes, a lifelong musician who found his band later in life. ($18-$45) 7 p.m. at the Creative Alliance Theater, 3134 Eastern Avenue, or virtual. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events.
Windwaker With If Not For Me and Colorblind: Metalcore. ($20) 6 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Rock Eupora, Benign Impact, Salon: Rock/pop. 7 p.m. at Wax Atlas, 5523 Harford Road. For more information, go to shows.waxatlas.com/see-full-calandar.
E.U. featuring Sugar Bear Live & Crankin’: Go-go/funk. ($45-$50) 8 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
ImprovScape: Art and Comedy at The Highwire Center: A recurring improv series in which actors are paired with a local artist and put on a performance inspired by the artist and their work. 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Highwire Improv, 400 S. Conkling Street. For more information, find “Highwire Improv” on eventbrite.com.
Leather Dyke Pride: A Pride Month party presented by Dyke Night and Sanctuary. 21+ ($25) 10 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Saturday, June 6
19th Annual Holistic Health Seminar on Memory Loss: “A free seminar for those concerned about memory-related changes, caregivers, family members, and health professionals in the Greater Baltimore Area.” 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at The Star Family Life Community Center of Morning Star Baptist Church, 1600 Whitehead Court, or virtual. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
Rainbow Run 2026: A running event with a 2-mile fun run and 5K race followed by a festival. Food available for purchase on site. ($5-$40) 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Patterson Park, 27 S. Patterson Park Avenue. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
Young Professional Career Expo: A career fair for professionals ages 18-24. Expungement and other support services will also be available on site. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at BCCC PE Center/Gym, 2901 Liberty Heights Avenue. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
Indie Video Game Fest 2026: An exhibition of independent games from the DMV area with presentations from local developers and scholars. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library — Central Branch, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org.
BLK ASS Block Party: A celebratory block party during the fourth annual Charles Street Promenade, a street festival with food, vendors, and more. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 1400 block N. Charles Street. For more information, find “BLKASSFLEAMKT” on posh.vip.
Book Launch: “Farsight” by AJ Hyde: Launch party for local author AJ Hyde’s debut LGBTQ+ science fiction novel. Noon to 3 p.m. at Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to mobtownballroom.com/events.
Baltimore Office of Sustainability Open House: An annual open house featuring interactive sustainability displays, giveaways, free food, and more. Noon to 4 p.m. at Middle Branch Fitness and Wellness Center, 201 Reedbird Avenue. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
Soul Meets Body, KulfiGirls, Armani Broken: Queer alternative pop. 18+ ($15) 1 p.m. at Ottobar (Upstairs), 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Summer Lovin’: Queer Quality Dating: A curated matchmaking mixer for queer singles. Suggested ages for this event: 34-60. ($33.85-$44.52) 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, find “Maria Gabriela Aldana” on eventbrite.com.
HART Festival: The second annual Hamilton Art Festival, featuring a “pints and plants” crawl with nearby small businesses. 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Mid Atlantic Center for Performing Arts, 3000 Wisteria Avenue (crawl begins at 11 a.m.). For more information, go to hartfestival.com.
The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra: The Grammy-winning orchestra founded by William James “Count” Basie, now under the direction of Scotty Barnhart. ($20-$75) 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or virtual. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
Mortified Pride Edition 2026: “This edition of Mortified features childhood and adolescent archives exploring sexual and gender identity, coming out, and other LGBTQ+ stories.” ($18-$45) 7 p.m. at the Creative Alliance Theater, 3134 Eastern Avenue, or virtual. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events.
Dorothy Roberts Presents “The Mixed Marriage Project: A Memoir of Love, Race, and Family”: A new memoir by Dorothy Roberts detailing the life of an interracial family in a deeply segregated 1960s Chicago, as well as Roberts’ own complex relationship with her parents’ major research project on interracial marriage. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
The Pietasters, Hub City Stompers, Italian Blood, Braceface, The Blanks: Ska/soul. ($25-$28) 7 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Conjurer with Snooze, Sadness, and Pains: Sludge/postmetal. 7 p.m. at Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to mobtownballroom.com/events.
Valkyrie Aerial Presents: Myths & Legends: Aerial and fire performances inspired by myths and legends. ($17.85-$71.21) 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. in Waverly (location information will be sent to ticket buyers). For more information, find “Harrison BB Doyle” on eventbrite.com.
Y2K Sheagle Night! Opening Pride Party: Aphrodite’s House collaborates with The Queers Upstairs to present a “Sapphic-coded, iconic night of 2000s energy.” 21+ ($10-$15) 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. at the Baltimore Eagle, 2022 N. Charles Street. For more information, find “Baltimore Eagle” on eventbrite.com.
Sunday, June 7
Garrett Felber Presents “I Cannot Submit to Injustices: Collected Works of Martin Sostre” and “A Continuous Struggle: The Revolutionary Life of Martin Sostre” in Conversation With Paul Coates: A celebration of two titles highlighting the life and work of Martin Sostre, “a Black Puerto Rican from East Harlem who became a politicized prisoner and jailhouse lawyer, winning cases in the early 1960s that helped secure the constitutional rights of incarcerated people.” 2 p.m. at Red Emma’s Free School Classroom, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Sunday Series at Meander Art Bar: Painting: ($25-$30) 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 Afrofuturist Summer Book Series: M’Shai Dash and Lawrence Brown: Lawrence Brown hosts this new summer series dedicated to Black speculative fiction. This event will feature M’Shai Dash, author of the first and second volume of “Quirky Black Sci-Fi Tales.” 6 p.m. at The Ivy Bookshop, 5928 Falls Road. For more information, go to theivybookshop.com/events.
Stygian Bough (Bell Witch + Aerial Ruin) With 40 Watt Sun: Funeral doom metal/dark folk. ($22) 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Monday, June 8
Pride Week Kickoff: A press conference, mural unveiling, and awards ceremony. 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Ynot Lot, 101 W. North Avenue. For more information, find “The Pride Center of Maryland” on eventbrite.com.
Cheers to Queers: Local bartender Arlyss Guthrie organizes this annual soirée featuring drag performances and a drag-inspired cocktail competition. All proceeds benefit the Point of Pride Foundation. 21+ ($10) 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hampden Yards, 3601 Hickory Avenue. For more information, find @what.drinks.where on Instagram.
Wellness on the Waterfront: Boot Camp: Get a full-body workout at this waterfront class taught by Marissa Walch. 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. at Rye Street Park, 301 E. Cromwell Street. For more information, find “Baltimore Peninsula” on eventbrite.com.
Basketball Open Gym: A weekly basketball meetup with pickup games and space to practice. ($5) 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 29th Street Community Center, 300 E. 29th Street. For more information, find “The 29th Street Community Center” on eventbrite.com.
Monthly Pinball Tournament: A monthly pinball tournament in the Peabody Heights Brewery arcade. ($5) 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.
Monday Night Swing and Lindy Hop: A weekly night of dancing, with a drop-in beginner lesson. ($10) 7 p.m. (lesson from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m.) at Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to mobtownballroom.com/events.
Dat Feel Good Baltimore Jazz Jam Session: A weekly jam session for musicians and music lovers. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Motor House, 120 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to motorhousebaltimore.com/events-1.
Tuesday, June 9
Camille Perri with Marion Winik: “Social Animals” (Dogs Welcome!): Local writer and dog lover Marion Winik joins author Camille Perri to celebrate the launch of Perri’s newest dog-centric novel set in Maryland. This event is on The Ivy Bookshop’s patio and is dog friendly. 6 p.m. at The Ivy Bookshop, 5928 Falls Road. For more information, go to theivybookshop.com/events.
NAMI West Baltimore Connection Support Group: Connect with community members at this free, peer-led support group for adults. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Factory, 5 N. Calhoun Street. For more information, find “NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore” on eventbrite.com.
Pours for Pride: Drink rare reserve bourbons and rums in honor of pride month. A portion of all sales will be donated to Baltimore Safe Haven. 21+. 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at No Land Beyond, 108 W. North Avenue. For more information, find “No Land Beyond” on eventbrite.com.
A Premise Isn’t a Plot: Putting Momentum into Any Manuscript: Join Courtney Maum, author of “Before and After the Book Deal,” as she breaks down her experiences writing and selling books. This class is suitable for prose writers in any genre. ($10) 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Greedy Reads Remington, 320 W. 29th Street. For more information, go to greedyreads.com/events.
Art & Labor Study Group June 2026: A monthly study group for anyone interested in learning more about organized labor and artists’ roles within the working class. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s Free School Classroom, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Mdou Moctar (Solo) with 7G Bümin: Singer-songwriter. ($31.86) 7 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Earl Arnett: “A Jazz Romance”: Earl Arnett is the husband of the late Ethel Ennis, Baltimore’s first lady of jazz. Arnett will be joined by jazz historian Scott Brown to discuss his recent memoir. 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.
Wednesday, June 10
Pride on the Plaza — Resource and Job Fair: Noon to 6 p.m. at War Memorial Plaza, 102 N. Holliday Street. For more information, find “The Pride Center of Maryland” on eventbrite.com.
Wellness Wednesdays: Connect and share stories over light refreshments and de-stress activities like yoga, meditation, and more. 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at MorganCARES, 2101 E. Biddle Street. For more information, find “NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore” on eventbrite.com.
Art Night: A coworking session for artists and crafters. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Open Works, 1400 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, find “Open Works” on eventbrite.com.
Sketch, Sip & Savor: A bimonthly event where artists of all levels can mix and mingle while making art. Sessions led by local artists. ($10) 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Motor House, 120 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to motorhousebaltimore.com/events-1.
Choking Boys, Suburbanabuse, Be My Friend, Prognoz: Noise rock. ($10) 7 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Grammy-Nominated Trumpeter Christopher Michael Stevens: Christopher Michael Stevens has performed with award-winning artists such as the Roots, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Darryl Hall, and more. ($15-$35) 7 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or virtual. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
SPiT! With EVAH DESTRUCTION: Hazel the Brat hosts “Baltimore’s premiere alt drag show,” with featured performer Evah Destruction and others. 21+ ($23.18-$39.19) 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at The Club Car, 12 W. North Avenue. For more information, find “The Brat Haus” on eventbrite.com.
Thursday, June 11
Proxima Arcanum: JB Aris and dave ring host this queer reading and performance art showcase focused on the esoteric, speculative and otherworldly. 6 p.m. at Current Space, 421 Tyson Street. For more information, go to [SOURCE PENDING].
The Third Horizon: “Three speculative short films by Kordae Jatafa Henry exploring ritual, sound, myth, and Black futurity.” 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Library Nineteen, 606 S. Ann Street. For more information, find “The Third Horizon” on eventbrite.com.
Nuclear Tomb “Epoch Inhuman” Record Release Show With Maldevera, Eyecatcher, and Obliviator: Heavy metal. ($15) 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Zachshots and More TBA: Indie folk. ($26.32) 7 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Robin Broad and John Cavanagh Present “The Water Defenders: How Ordinary People Saved a Country from Corporate Greed” in Conversation With John Duda: Robin Broad and John Cavanagh’s graphic adaptation of the story of environmental activists in San Isidro, El Salvador. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Two-Time Grammy-Nominated Saxophonist Melissa Aldana: Tenor saxophonist Melissa Aldana is “internationally recognized for her profound musicality, fearless improvisation, and deeply personal storytelling.” ($15-$45) 7 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or virtual. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
Fruitcake: A quarterly queer reading series with a free open mic. Featuring Stephanie Anderson, Yasmine Bolden, Carolyn DeCarlo, and Paige Ellen Passantino. 21+. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Ottobar (Upstairs), 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Trash: A History of Bad Taste: A Gay Little History Night in celebration of a new history zine about John Waters. All zine proceeds will be donated to Glory Days, an independent film project about Black LGBTQ+ nightlife in Baltimore. 8 p.m. at The Club Car, 12 W. North Avenue. For more information, find @theclubcarbaltimore on Instagram.
Queeraoke: Al-Aqsa Swim Club presents a monthly drag-optional karaoke for Palestine. Donations welcome; masks encouraged. 21+. 9 p.m. at Ottobar (Upstairs), 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Friday, June 12
GBWC Summer Sweat Networking Event: Meet neighbors and new friends at this event where participants team up to improve the grounds of Piedmont Learning Center. BYOB happy hour to follow. 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Piedmont Learning Center, 5517 Piedmont Avenue. For more information, find “Greater Baltimore Wilderness Coalition” on eventbrite.com.
Mount Vernon Pride Block Party: A street festival with food vendors, local businesses, entertainment, and more — all in Baltimore Pride’s original Mount Vernon location. 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 200 W. Read Street. For more information, find “The Pride Center of Maryland” on eventbrite.com.
Violencia, Deadsky, Skallar, Corvo, Soul Purpose: Harcdore. ($15) 6 p.m. at Ottobar (Upstairs), 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Lez Black Gurls Presents the Black Lesbian Link-Up: A quarterly singles mixer for Black lesbians. ($10) 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Empanada Lady, 10 South Street, Suite 100. For more information, find “LezBlackGurls” on eventbrite.com.
Amythyst Kiah 2026: Amythyst Kiah celebrates the release of her second album, “Still + Bright.” ($18-$35) 7:30 p.m. at the Creative Alliance Theater, 3134 Eastern Avenue, or virtual. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events.
The REALLY COOL Open Mic: The Show Specifically for Women and Queer Comics: A night of queer comedy featuring Stacy Cay. 7:30 p.m at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, find “Hannah Alden Jeffrey” on eventbrite.com.
Jewels Sparkles at the Baltimore Eagle (Baltimore Pride 2026): A drag performance event featuring Jewels Sparkles. 18+ ($23.18-$28.52) 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Baltimore Eagle, 2022 N. Charles Street. For more information, find “Baltimore Eagle” on eventbrite.com.
But I’m A Cheerleader: A Pride party featuring drag performances from Kelsey Kadaver, Onyx D. Pearl, and Cher Rub. 9:30 p.m. at The Club Car, 12 W. North Avenue. For more information, find @theclubcarbaltimore on Instagram.
Sweet Spot Pride: A Pride party with DJ Miss Toto and host Baby. 21+ ($19.27) 10 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Saturday, June 13
$5/5K Series: Dad’s Day Run: A fun and affordable 5K run. 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Point Park,
1400 Point Street. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
DPW Shred Event: Free, secure paper shredding for Baltimore City residents. 8 a.m. to noon at Johns Hopkins University at Eastern, 1101 E. 33rd Street. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
Baltimore Pride Parade Elder Bus: Join the Elder & Accessibility bus in the Baltimore Pride Parade. ($7.18) 9 a.m. to noon at N. Charles Street (location details to come). For more information, find “The Pride Center of Maryland” on eventbrite.com.
Follow the Power: A Look at Systems and Structures: Baltimore Racial Justice Action presents this session unpacking white supremacy’s ties to capitalism. (Free-$12.51) 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 4MLK, 4 Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard. For more information, find “Baltimore Racial Justice Action” on eventbrite.com.
Charm City Writes: A low-pressure drop-in writing group for writers in all genres and all experience levels. Noon to 2 p.m. at the Red Emma’s Free School Classroom, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Baltimore Pride Parade: An annual event hosted as part of Baltimore Pride Week, with a theme of “Charm City Homecoming.” Noon to 3 p.m. beginning at 2900 N. Charles Street. For more information, find “The Pride Center of Maryland” on eventbrite.com.
“Unaffiliated” Pride Market: A Pride market presented by the Baltimore Erotic Art Society with live literary readings and crankie performances. Noon to 5 p.m. at Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Avenue and the Ynot Lot, 101 W. North Avenue. For more information, find @baltimoreeroticartsociety on Instagram.
Baltimore Pride Festival: Block Party in the Park: A Pride celebration in Druid Hill Park with live performances, DJs, community organizations, vendors, food, and more. Noon to 9 p.m. at 900 Druid Park Lake Drive. For more information, find “The Pride Center of Maryland” on eventbrite.com.
Channel One Sound System, Ras Sherby, Black Grealish, Grand Ancestor: Roots and steppas. 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.
Poetry Showcase Featuring Taylor Johnson’s Workshop Series Participants: Outgoing poet-in-residence Taylor Johnson’s workshop participants will read selected new works. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library — Central Branch, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org.
Fundraiser for “Lluvia De Peces” Independent Film: A fundraising event for “an original independent short film following Sonia, a young Honduran asylum seeker forced to fight for her daughter’s citizenship on a dystopian game show.” ($10-$50) 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Holy Frijoles, 908-912 W. 36th Street. For more information, find “Andrés Mejia” on eventbrite.com.
The Groove Garden: Jackie Hollander: An outdoor dance party featuring Jackie Hollander. 18+ ($34.89) 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Sound Garden, 1616 Thames Street. For more information, find “OFFSTAGE” on posh.vip.
Baltimore Soft Fest: A music festival featuring Ami Dang, GLORIAN, Marie Ann Hedonia, and more artists. (Free-$17.20) 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Current Space, 421 Tyson Street. For more information, find “Current Space” on pools.events.
Charm City Art Space Reunion: Reminisce over the days of Charm City Art Space with this reunion show. Proceeds will go to Amica Center For Immigrant Rights. ($15) 5 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Grammy Winner John Pizzarelli Trio “Dear Mr. Bennett”: A tribute concert in honor of the centennial of singer Tony Bennett. Shows June 13 and 14. ($45-$55) 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
Skin Tight: Funk Soul Dance Party: DJ Landis Expandis guides attendees through a night of funk and soul. 7 p.m. to midnight at Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to mobtownballroom.com/events.
Club Slayyy: Slayyyter and Hyperpop Night: A night of all your hyperpop favorites, with DJ Outergr8ce. 18+ ($21.17) 9 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Girls Rule!: A dance party featuring women artists hosted by DJ Amsies. 21+. 10 p.m. at Ottobar (Upstairs), 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Sunday, June 14
Baltimore Pride Drag Brunch hosted by Kayden Chloe and Pariah Sinclair: A Pride drag brunch with a bottomless brunch buffet. 21+ ($50-$60) Noon to 3 p.m. at Guilford Hall Brewery, 1611 Guilford Avenue. For more information, find “SADBrunch” on eventbrite.com.
Baltimore Pride in the Park Festival: The final day of Baltimore Pride weekend culminates with another vibrant day in Druid Hill Park. Noon to 9 p.m. at Druid Hill Park, 900 Druid Park Lake Drive. For more information, find “The Pride Center of Maryland” on eventbrite.com.
Movement at Motor House: A community dance class focusing on styles rooted in Dunham Technique, African diasporic forms, jazz, and hip-hop. 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Motor House, 120 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to motorhousebaltimore.com/events-1.
Mini Meetup: A Community Mini Painting and Hobby Get-Together: Bring your own paint, brushes, and miniatures to this community-minded tabletop gaming meetup. 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at No Land Beyond, 108 W. North Avenue. For more information, find “No Land Beyond” on eventbrite.com.
Hot L Poets Series Featuring Chris Mason and Terence Winch: A beloved Baltimore reading series and open mic curated by Stephen Reichert. 4 p.m. at The Ivy Bookshop, 5928 Falls Road. For more information, go to theivybookshop.com/events.
Boh Re Mi’s Summer Concert: An a cappella concert featuring covers of songs by Paramore, Bowling for Soup, and more. Attendees under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. ($12.51) 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 2640 Space, 2640 Saint Paul Street. For more information, find “Boh Re Mi” on eventbrite.com.
Los Mirlos: Amazonian cumbia. ($30) 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Eyelet, Life, Oxrun, Consumer Culture: Screamo. ($15-$18) 7 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Monday, June 15
Mental Mondays in West Baltimore: Get together over light refreshments and engage in calming activities. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at The Factory, 5 N. Calhoun Street. For more information, find “NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore” on eventbrite.com.
Figure Drawing with Live Models: This session begins with an optional class and features live models. All supplies provided; bring your own supplies for $5 off ticket price. ($12.85-$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, June 16
Shop Smart for Internet Workshop: Learn the basics of choosing the right internet service and setup. Free food, beverages, and giveaways. 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at 2703 Spelman Road. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
Monthly Black Artist Fair: “An educational and interactive event designed to connect Black creatives from Baltimore to resources to further enhance their careers.” 6 p.m. at Shake & Bake Family Fun Center, 1601 Pennsylvania Avenue. For more information, find “the Black Arts District” on eventbrite.com.
By All Means Fightback: A Midwest takeover featuring Carefree, Formal, and No Empathy, presented by In My Soul Fanzine. ($15) 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.
I Am the Avalanche, Make Do And Mend, Nightmare of You (Solo): Punk rock. 6:30 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Feed Our Neighbors: Community Dinner: A free monthly community meal. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 29th Street Community Center, 300 E. 29th Street. For more information, find “The 29th Street Community Center” on eventbrite.com.
Whitney Strub Presents “Films That Explode Like Grenades: Robert Kramer and the Search for a Radical Cinema”: Whitney Strub discusses his biography of New Left filmmaker Robert Kramer. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Hot Club of Baltimore: Paris jazz circa 1930-1940, with a particular emphasis on Django Reinhardt. ($10-$30) 7 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or virtual. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
Wednesday, June 17
Early Voting Day Celebration: Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle host this celebratory meetup. Conscious Heads Barbershop will offer free haircuts to early voters or their children. 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Mama Koko’s, 100 E. 23rd Street. For more information, find “Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle” on eventbrite.com.
Carnivorous Bog Terrarium Workshop: Create your own terrarium with pitcher plants and venus flytraps. 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/calendar.
Home Buying Seminar: A recurring free home buying seminar hosted by Kelsey Hurson. 18+. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Wiley Gunters, 823 E. Fort Avenue. For more information, find “Kelsey Hurson” on eventbrite.com.
Ahmad Nabil Presents “Hidden Companions” in Conversation With Jenna Hamed and Leena Aboutaleb: The English translation of Ahmad Nabil’s “Hidden Companions” is a testimonial and visual archive of Palestinian folklore. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Jeffrey Lewis & The Voltage With Worn Through: Folk/noise. ($20) 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
David Silverman: “The Chosen and the Damned”: A nonfiction title by historian David J. Silverman exploring the construction of race in the United States and its beginnings with the relationship between white colonizers and Native Americans. 7 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library — Central Branch, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org.
Black Folx Book Club: “Jackson Alone” by Jose Ando: Bookseller Leela Chantrelle hosts this monthly book club for Black women and queers. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Greedy Reads Remington, 320 W. 29th Street. For more information, find “Greedy Reads” on eventbrite.com.