This weekend in Baltimore: watch step dancers perform at the Maryland Irish Festival, see the Baltimore-area premieres of several theatrical productions, and travel back in time with a festival celebrating the music of the 60s and 70s.
Plus, the Maryland Film Festival returns for five — yes, five! — days of film fun.
Check it all out in our weekend events roundup:
Maryland Film Festival, Wednesday, Nov. 5, through Sunday, Nov. 9, SNF Parkway Theatre. The Maryland Film Festival returns with five days of film showings, discussions, and more. From a silent film with a live score, to shorts featuring LGBTQ+ stories, this year’s festival has a little of everything.
ARTMS, Thursday, Nov. 6, doors open at 6 p.m., event starts at 7:30 p.m., Lyric Baltimore. South Korean girl group ARTMS is embarking on a world tour after releasing their first extended play, “Club Icarus,” earlier this year.
Urban Astronomy, Friday, Nov. 7, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Maryland Science Center. Visit the science center’s observatory for a view of the stars over Baltimore.
Latte Art Throwdown, Friday, Nov. 7, 6 p.m., Hotel Revival’s ‘Dashery Cafe. Hotel Revival teams up with Baltimore Coffee Collective to host this competition showcasing Baltimore’s best baristas pouring creative designs, competing for prizes, and celebrating the artistry behind specialty coffee! Free to attend, $10 to enter.
Culinary Concepts – A Cocktail Party for a Cause, Friday, Nov. 7, 7–10 p.m., the Concept House, Towson. Come to this unforgettable night of flavor and philanthropy at a truly unique venue to celebrate cocktails, cuisine, and community. The event supports Starboard Society, a local nonprofit providing emergency funding for families in need of help with food, bills, and rent payments.
The Phantom of the Opera, Friday, Nov. 7, through Sunday, Nov. 9, Hippodrome Theatre. “The Phantom of the Opera” is the longest running show in Broadway history and played its final performance on April 16, 2023. Now, it’s embarking on its North American tour to share the story of the Phantom who lives below the Paris Opera House, and the soprano Christine, the subject of the Phantom’s obsession. The tour will be in Baltimore from Nov. 7 through Nov. 15.
Trouble in Mind, Friday, Nov. 7, through Sunday, Nov. 9, Fells Point Corner Theatre. Fells Point Corner Theatre’s production of “Trouble in Mind” premieres this weekend and runs through Nov. 30. The play tells the story of a Black actress long relegated to stereotypical supporting roles as she prepares to star in an anti-lynching play written by a white playwright on Broadway. But as the Black actors rehearse the play with a white director and stage manager, they face racial poltics and theatrical standards.
Elf, Friday, Nov. 7, through Sunday, Nov. 9, Toby’s Dinner Theatre. Toby’s Dinner Theatre’s production of “Elf” premieres this weekend and runs through Jan. 4. Inspired by the holiday flick starring Will Ferrell, the “Elf” musical follows Buddy, a young orphan grows up in the North Pole after climbing into Santa’s bag of gifts one Christmas. In adulthood, Buddy travels to New York City in search of his birth father and his own identity. Along the way, he helps New Yorkers tap into the spirit of Christmas.
Maryland Irish Festival, Friday, Nov. 7, through Sunday, Nov. 9, Maryland State Fairgrounds. Presented annually by Irish Charities of Maryland, this annual celebration of Irish culture features local, regional and international Irish music, Irish dancers, traditional cuisine, cultural exhibits and workshops, and a wide variety of vendors of Irish/Celtic goods.
Hoodstock, Friday, Nov. 7, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., Baltimore Museum of Industry. Enjoy live music from the ‘60s and ‘70s, food, drinks, dancing, raffles, and an updated silent auction at Unified Community Connections’ annual signature fundraiser.
Desi Banks, Saturday, Nov. 8, doors open at 6 p.m., event starts at 7 p.m., Lyric Baltimore. Desi Banks is an actor, stand-up comedian, podcaster, and entrepreneur who has landed roles in various film and television projects, including “Little,” “Merry Wish- Mas,” “Love By Chance,” and “Haunted Trail.” Next, his comedy will bring him to Baltimore on “The Elevation Tour.”
The Second Saturday S#!T Show feat. Justin Schlegel, Saturday, Nov. 8, 7 p.m., Ottobar. Join host Mike Quindlen as he welcomes headliner Justin Schlegel of 98 Rock; featured comedians Sonny Etzler, Kevin Skiffington, Alejandro Labrada (“Mr. Yellow Shades”), and Luke Harris; and special guest Chris Randolph to the stage.
Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp, Saturday, Nov. 8, 8 p.m., Gordon Center for Performing Arts. Join original stars of the landmark Broadway musical, RENT, as they bring their friendship and history together for a night of music, stories, and fun.
