From the return of Artscape to a tabletop gaming convention, this weekend is about to be full of fun.
Check it all out in our weekend events roundup:
Heyward Conducts Enigma Variations, Thursday, May 18 through Saturday, May 20, Music Center at Strathmore and Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. Music Director Jonathon Heyward leads a journey through the British musical landscape, including the Coleridge-Taylor Violin Concerto, Elgar Enigma Variations, and Smyth Overture to The Wreckers. Featuring Elena Urioste (violin).
The Physics of Baseball, Monday, May 18, 6 p.m., Section 771. Sure, you’re a fan of the Os (or some other, lesser team). But do you know how baseball actually works? Scott Paulson, professor of physics and interdisciplinary liberal studies at James Madison University, will give a lesson in the physics behind the sport you love. From pitching to batting to fielding, learn what’s at play on a scientific level.
Free Admission for Matisse in Vence, Thursday, May 21, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Baltimore Museum of Art. The “Matisse in Vence” show is on view at the Baltimore Museum of Art, and here is you chance to see it for free. Read more about the exhibition in this Baltimore Fishbowl article.
Patterson Park Wine at Sunset, Thursday, May 21, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Patterson Park Observatory. In its 20th year, the Patterson Park Wine at Sunset event will feature wine tastings, small plates of food from local restaurants, and live music by Rob Fahey.
In the Stacks: Queer Archives, Thursday, May 21, 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Johns Hopkins University George Peabody Library. Come out for an evening exploring queer and trans identities throughout history, featuring performances by flutist Willie Santiago, pianist Ben Shaver, and drag artists Lula Lioness, Divoid, Syren 7, Bratz LaVey, and Oberon the Demon.
Maryland Deathfest XXI, Thursday, May 21, through Sunday, May 24, various locations. Metalheads, unite! Maryland Deathfest returns for its 21st year, with four days of performances across several stages, including at Market Place, Power Plant Live!, Nevermore Hall, Baltimore Soundstage, and Angels Rock Bar.
Artscape, Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24, downtown Baltimore around 100 Holliday St. Celebrate the arts in Baltimore as the annual Artscape festival returns. Shop local artists and vendors, watch performances, participating in art-making, and more.
GameCon, Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24, 401 E. 30th St. It’s year 3 for Baltimore’s annual tabletop game convention. Shop and play tabletop role-playing games and board games, and even meet some of their creators. Levi Combs of Planet X Games will be the guest of honor.
Brew at the Zoo, Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. both days, Maryland Zoo. Sample more than 80 flavors of beer, wine, cider, and seltzer at the zoo this Memorial Day weekend. The festivities will also include live music, food vendors, trivia, a watermelon-eating contest, animal activities, and more.
SOWEBO Arts & Music Festival, Sunday, May 24, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., 1100 Hollins St. Creators and appreciators of art and music will want to check the SOWEBO Arts & Music Festival. Turning 43 this year, the festival is a celebration of the arts and Southwest Baltimore. Read about it in this Baltimore Fishbowl article.
