If the warm(er) weather is putting a spring in your step, consider marking the seasons’ change with any of the entertaining events happening throughout April.
From festivals centered on kite-flying and Irish music, to Easter and Earth Day celebrations, there’s something for everyone.
Check it all out in our April events roundup:
Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, ongoing through Sunday, April 19, Everyman Theatre. Siblings Vanya and Sonia are visited by their movie-star sister Masha โ who funds their life on their familyโs rural Pennsylvanian homestead โ with her boyfriend Spike in tow. Inspired by the works of Anton Chekhov, this play by satirist Christopher Durang brings hilarity to family tensions.
Mary Ellen Mark: Ward 81, ongoing through May 22, Albin O. Kuhn Library Gallery at UMBC. Featuring photographs, newly uncovered audio recordings, and rare archival materials, this exhibition offers an intimate view of an all-female, high-security psychiatric unit.
Wizard of Oz, ongoing through Sunday, June 7, Tobyโs Dinner Theater. All eyes have been on Oz lately after the release of the acclaimed โWickedโ and โWicked: For Goodโ movies, adapted for the screen from the stage musical (which itself was adapted from the book by Gregory Maguire). But Tobyโs Dinner Theater is revisiting L. Frank Baumโs beloved story that audiences grew up with. Dorothy and her little dog Toto find themselves swept away by a twister that transports them from their Kansas family farm to the magical and colorful Land of Oz. They travel with new friends along the yellow brick road on a quest to the Emerald City, where they hope the famed Wizard can grant them what they desire most. But first they must contend with a wicked witch and her flying monkeys who stand in their way.
Medieval Mindscapes, ongoing through August 23, Walters Art Museum. Featuring 22 works curated from the Waltersโ collection of rare books and manuscripts, this exhibition showcases illustrated prayer books from the Middle Ages. Read more in this Baltimore Fishbowl article.
Fratino and Matisse: To See This Light Again, ongoing through September 6, Baltimore Museum of Art. Displaying their works side by side, this exhibition juxtaposes figure studies, interiors, and still-lifes by Louis Fratino and Henri Matisse.
Week of April 1 through April 5
Nature Deficit Disorder, Wednesday, April 1 through Sunday, May 31, Baltimore Museum of Art. Rachel Lee Hovnanianโs immersive installation invites visitors to step into a simulated forest and reconnect with the natural world. Read more in this Baltimore Fishbowl article.
Seven Stars Between Two Skies, Wednesday, April 1 through June 2026, Lord Baltimore Hotel. Lord Baltimore Hotel’s Good Taste art exhibition will feature a new body of work by Baltimore-born visual artist Mark Anthony West Jr. Read more in this Baltimore Fishbowl article.
Circle Jerks & Gorilla Biscuits, Wednesday, April 1, doors at 6 p.m., show at 7 p.m., Baltimore Soundstage. Touring for the first time in over a decade, Circle Jerks will make a stop in Baltimore with Gorilla Biscuits and Negative Approach.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Thursday, April 2 through Sunday, April 12, Proscenium Theatre at UMBC. UMBC Theatre presents The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, adapted by Jacqueline E. Lawton and directed by Joseph W. Ritsch.
Spring Break Scavenger Hunts, Thursday, April 2, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., B&O Railroad Museum. Young explorers can enjoy three exciting scavenger hunts: the Bank of America Model Train Gallery Scavenger Hunt, Maryland History Scavenger Hunt, and the Underground Railroad Scavenger Hunt.
Nature by the Fire: Bugs and Bonfires, Friday, April 3, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Irvine Nature Center. Warm up by the campfire and join Naturalist, Ash, for a family-friendly way to enjoy the outdoors. Roast marshmallows, meet one of Irvineโs animal ambassadors, and dive into hands-on nature-themed fun.
BRB (Baltimore Record Bazaar) Vinyl Nite, Friday, April 3, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Peabody Heights Brewery. Free and family friendly, 1st Fridays in the Taproom features craft beer, a concession stand, Dugout Arcade, and DJ Mikie Love & Friends spinning and selling vinyl.
Music for Good Friday, Friday, April 3, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., St. David’s Church. Join the Choir of St. Davidโs for a program of choral and organ music, featuring Gabriel Faurรฉโs Requiem in D minor.
Bunny BonanZOO, Friday, April 3, through Sunday, April 5, Maryland Zoo. Hop on over to the zoo for a day of Easter fun with the whole family. Hunt for eggs, make crafts, play carnival games, and more.
Federal Hill Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m., Federal Hill Park. Go on the hunt for easter eggs throughout the park in this event organized by Catholic Community of South Baltimore. Attendees can also meet the Easter bunny, play games, make crafts, and more.
Elizabeth Hazen Book Launch, Saturday, April 4, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., The Ivy Bookshop. Mary Jo Salter and Courtney LeBlanc will join Elizabeth Hazen for a conversation about her new poetry collection, The Sky Will Hold.
Easter Extravaganza at the B&O Railroad Museum, Saturday and Sunday, April 4 and April 5, B&O Railroad Museum. ThisโEgg-stra Specialโ weekend is filled with family-oriented activities, including Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, two egg hunts across the historic campus, and a train ride with our floppy eared guest of honor. Sunday morning’s Easter Egg Hunt is sensory-friendly, designed with neurodivergent guests in mind.
Week of April 6 through April 12
Maryland Zoo 150th Birthday Celebration, Tuesday, April 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Maryland Zoo. Celebrate the Maryland Zoo’s 150th birthday! Get a free cupcake if you are one of the first 150 guests. All attendees can have fun with a kids craft station, face paiting, story time, puppet shows, and more.
Interactive Movie Night: Empire Records, Wednesday, April 8, 7 p.m., The Theater at Creative Alliance. Celebrate Rex Manning Day with hosts Jennifer Marsh and Heather Keating as you shout the lines, sip โDamn the man! Save the Empire!โ cocktails, play games, and win prizes. Interactive Movie Nights are NOT for children. 21+
GospelFest: A Tribute to Richard Smallwood, Thursday, April 9, 7:30 p.m., Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. GospelFest returns for a one-night tribute to gospel legend Richard Smallwood, featuring HBCU choirs with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra.
Words, Wings, and Wine, Friday, April 10, 7:30 p.m., M&T Bank Exchange. Enjoy a poetic evening with spoken word artists Chev and Sol. A live painting will be created during the show and raffled off to a lucky attendee.
Grown Up Field Trip Throwback, Friday, April 10, Maryland Science Center. Throw it back to the ’90s with this retro “school field trip”-themed party. Attendees can make their hair stand on end with the Van de Graaff generator, watch expert educators perform a retro science show, design your own pogs, and more.
Disney’s Encanto In Concert, Friday, April 10 through Sunday, April 12, Music Center at Strathmore and Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. Experience the magic of “Encanto” as the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra performs the award-winning score.
The Heidi Chronicles, Friday, April 10, through Sunday, May 3, Vagabond Players. From the 1960s through the 1980s, this play chronicles feminist art historian Heidi Hollandโs journey through the womenโs movement, career ambition, and more. The work remains relevant for a society still navigating gender roles, work-life balance, and other challenges.
Baltimore Irish Trad Fest, Friday, April 10, and Saturday, April 11, Creative Alliance. Enjoy two nights of Irish music concerts, featuring performances by Matt Molloy and John Carty on Friday, Seรกn Gavin and Caoimhรญn ร Fearghail on Saturday, and other music makers throughout the festival.
CityLit Festival, Saturday, April 11, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Maryland Center for History and Culture. This yearโs theme is Bearing Witness: Literature as a Revolutionary Act, and the day will feature author readings, book signings, panel discussions, hands-on workshops, and a Literary Marketplace with books available for purchase. Learn more in this Baltimore Fishbowl article.
Punks & Potions Market, Saturday, April 11, 12 p.m., Peabody Heights Brewery. Presented by Willow Wisp Collective, the Punks & Potions Market will feature a variety of fantastical vendors. Fantasy dress up is encouraged but not required, including elf ears, tiefling horns, orc teeth, fairy wings and other magical attire.
The BIG Baltimore Kite Fest, Saturday, April 11, 12 p.m., Patterson Park Observatory. Gather near the Observatory at Patterson Park for a day of kite-flying fun. There will be a free Friendly Flyer workshop, kites for sale, food vendors, pop-up performances, a professional fly zone, and more.
The Second Saturday S#!T Show feat. Bill Monaghan, Saturday, April 11, doors and happy hour at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m., Ottobar. Join host Mike Quindlen for a night of stand up comedy featuring Ellie Summerling, Ashley Nimmo, Chris Peirce, and Jules Posner.
Crimewave: A Goth, Post-Punk & Darkwave Party, Saturday, April 11, 10 p.m., Ottobar. Dive into the shadows for a night of goth, darkwave, new wave, post-punk, and industrial music. 21+
The Flavor Summit 2026, Sunday, April 12, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., The Garage at R. House. Designed for DJs, producers, collectors, artists, and hip-hop fans, this one-day summit will feature awards honoring champions in music, art & culture, live MCs & DJs spinning everything from classic breaks to future-forward beats, a Producer Showcase featuring Loopdiggaz & The Machinists, hip-hop art exhibitions showcasing visual storytelling from the culture, a Vinyl Record Market, and curated local artists, makers, and creative vendor.
Yom HaShoah Commemoration 2026, Sunday, April 12, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Chizuk Amuno Congregation. Join the Baltimore Jewish Council for an annual community commemoration of Yom HaShoah.
Andrist-Daglar-Falkner Faculty Chamber Music Concert, Sunday, April 12, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Earl and Darielle Linehan Concert Hall at UMBC. Three members of UMBCโs music faculty โ pianist Audrey Andrist, violist Renate Falkner, and oboist Fatma Daglar โ present an afternoon of chamber music featuring works by Claude Debussy, Rebecca Clarke, Margaret Bonds, Earl Wild, and Charles Martin Loeffler.
Week of April 13 through April 19
Peppa Pig: My First Concert, Monday, April 13, 6 p.m., Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. Part of the Family Collection, Live at the Meyerhoff Series, Peppa Pig, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig, George, and new baby sister, Evie, will be making a stop in Baltimore.
Holes, Thursday, April 16, through Sunday, May 10, Baltimore Center Stage. You read the novel by Louis Sachar. You watched the Disney movie starring Shia LaBeouf. Now, see Stanley Yelnats and the rest of the characters of Camp Green Lake come to life on stage in Baltimore Center Stageโs production of โHoles.โ Mystery, adventure, friendship, and justice are at the center of this story that the whole family will love.
Appalachian Spring and Beethoven 6 with Alsop (EARTH | Songs), Thursday, April 16 through Sunday, April 19, Music Center at Strathmore and Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. Music Director Laureate Marin Alsop will return to the concert hall with Copland’s Suite from Appalachian Spring, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6, “Pastoral,” and the East Coast Premiere of Australian composer Brett Dean’s Fire Music.
St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore’s 20th Annual Empty Bowls Candlelight & Clay Event, Friday, April 17, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Maryland State Fairgrounds. Connect with other donors who support St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimoreโs mission as you enjoy food tastings, an open bar, Felix & Fingers Dueling Pianos, a silent auction, and handmade ceramic keepsake bowls.
Earth Day Party for the Planet, Friday, April 17, through Sunday, April 19, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day, Maryland Zoo. Learn how you can help the planet during this weekend-long Earth Day celebration, featuring community organizations, activity stations, a native seed and tree giveaway (Saturday only), and more.
Baltimore Old Time Music Festival, Friday, April 17, and Saturday, April 18, Baltimore Museum of Industry. Gather for some good ol’ tunes during the 7th annual Baltimore Old Time Music Festival. Featured artists include Rhiannon Giddens & Kristina Gaddy, Jerron Paxton, The Wild Shoats, Tessa McCoy & The State Birds, Cathy Fink, Marcy Marxer & Chao Tian (Friday only), Joseph Decosimo & Stephanie Coleman, Eddie Bond Trio, Golden Shoals, Stanley & The Ten Sleepless Knights, Mark Schatz & Bryan McDowell and your festival curators and hosts Ken & Brad Kolodner.
Earth Day 5K & Fun Run/Kids’ Dash, Saturday, April 18, 8:30 a.m., Patterson Park. Participate in an Earth Day 5K, 1-mile Fun Run and Kids’ Dash through Patterson Park. The 5K will kick off at 8:30 a.m. The Fun Run and Kids’ Dash (for kids 5 and under) will follow. After the running events, enjoy a breakfast, music, and volunteer activities. There will be opportunities for mulching, tree planting, gardening, and rash cleanup from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Douriean Fletcher: Jewelry of the Afrofuture, Saturday, April 18 through Sunday, August 9, Walters Art Museum. Featuring more than 100 works, Douriean Fletcher: Jewelry of the Afrofuture celebrates the self-taught jewelry artist and explores her jewelry as a powerful narrative tool in art, Black identity, and visual storytelling. Read more in this Baltimore Fishbowl article.
Breakfast with the Rhinos, Saturday, April 18, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Maryland Zoo. Visit the zoo before it even opens to go behind the scenes at the rhino exhibit. Attendees will learn about these beautiful animals and feast on a buffet-style al fresco breakfast.
Fix-It Fair, Saturday, April 18, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Station North Tool Library. At this free, family-friendly event, connect with experienced volunteers who can help repair clothes, furniture, leather items, bikes, and more. Read more in this Baltimore Fishbowl article.
Cross Street Oysterfest, Saturday, April 18, 1 p.m. to 10 p.m., One Star Country Club. Enjoy all-you-can-eat oysters, drink specials, live music, a crush bar, and a 50/50 raffle during the 2nd annual Cross Street Oysterfest.
Grim Reefer Fest 2026, Saturday, April 18, doors 2:30 p.m., Ottobar. Celebrating eight years, this DIY grassroots festival will feature โa full day of heavy music, dank vibes, and high spirits,โ including live performances from Black Tusk, Howling Giant, Total Maniac, Haze Mage, Shadow Witch, Cemetery Sex, Almost Honest, Seasick Gladiator, and Necromancer. Learn more in this Baltimore Fishbowl article.
St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore’s 20th Annual Empty Bowls Family Event, Saturday, April 18, 4 p.m. to 7p.m., Maryland State Fairgrounds. The evening will feature unlimited soup and food, free admission for kids 9 and under, a Kid Fun Zone, handmade ceramic keepsake bowls, an artisan market, and a silent auction, The best part? All ticket proceeds support the assistance programs and services of St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore.
Orchestra Noir, Saturday, April 18, 8 p.m., Lyric Baltimore. Under the direction of Maestro Jason Ikeem Rodgers, Orchestra Noir will return to Baltimore on the Culture 2000 tour, an immersive concert experience that blends the music of the early 2000s with the power of a live orchestra.
Shen Yun, Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, Hippodrome Theatre. Explore ๏ฌve millennia of Chinese culture told through one of the worldโs oldest art forms: classical Chinese dance.
Red Shoe Shuffle 5K Run & Walk, Sunday, April 19, 10:30 a.m., Ronald McDonald House. Celebrating 15 years and supporting kids facing medical crises, this family-friendly 5k starts at the Ronald McDonald House, goes through Little Italy, along the Inner Harbor, then back up to the Big Heart at the House. After the race, participants are invited to Celebration Village for activities, food vendors, live music, and awards.
Grand Opening Celebration for the Goldsmith Campus, Sunday, April 19, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., The Goldsmith Campus. Join The Associated Network for an all-ages celebration with fitness classes, hands-on activities, a live DJ, and more.
BRBQ (Balt.Record.Boutique) at Wico Street Beer Co. Sunday, April 19, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Wico Street Beer Co. Shop records and books while DJs spin vinyl at this free, family-friendly event.
Inscape Chamber Orchestra, Sunday, April 19, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Earl and Darielle Linehan Concert Hall at UMBC. The acclaimed Inscape Chamber Orchestra will perform Aaron Coplandโs Appalachian Spring, Richard Straussโs Suite from Der Rosenkavalier, and Bรฉla Bรกrtokโs Violin Concerto No. 1, featuring soloist Airi Yoshioka.
SpringFest on the Goldsmith Campus, Sunday, April 19, 1โ4 p.m., The Associated. Celebrate the grand opening of the Goldsmith Campus, new home of The Associated and enjoy an afternoon of fun for individuals of all ages. Free activities, including JCCโled fitness classes, handsโon kidsโ projects, arts and wellness programs, story times and giveaways.
Week of April 20 through April 26
Talib Kweli, Thursday, April 23, doors at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m., Baltimore Soundstage. Originally scheduled for 11/23, legendary rapper Talib Kweli will perform at Baltimore Soundstage with special guests MC Bravado & The 9 5 and Wish Granted.
Tchaikovsky 5 & the Bruch Violin Concerto, Friday, April 24 through Sunday, April 26, Music Center at Strathmore and Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. Part of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra’s Classical Collection, this program will feature Baltimore native Jonathan Leshnoffโs Starburst and Tchaikovskyโs Symphony No. 5. Internationally acclaimed violinist Benjamin Beilman will join Music Director Jonathon Heyward for Bruchโs Violin Concerto No. 1.
Kids’ Night Out: Neat Nocturnal Neighbors, Friday, April 24, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Irvine Nature Center. This drop-off event for ages 6-12 gives kids the chance to enjoy a unique night in nature while parents get a well-deserved moment to relax and recharge.
Gasolina Reggaeton Party, Friday, April 24, 9 p.m., Power Plant Live! ยฟTe gusta la gasolina? Party all night long at this celebration of reggaeton, dembow and Latin music, from Daddy Yankee to Bad Bunny and more.
Miss Holmes Returns, Friday, April 24, through Sunday, May 17, Fells Point Corner Theatre. Miss Holmes is back in this sequel with original cast members Sharon Maguire and Emma Grace Dunbar as Miss Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Dorothy Watson, respectively. A reinvention of Sir Arthur Conan Doyleโs Victorian tales, the play finds Holmes and Watson helping a nurse and activist who is wanted for murder and on the run.
You Canโt Take It With You, Friday, April 24, through Sunday, May 17, Spotlighters Theater. Watch as Alice Sycamore introduces her family of lunatics to the wealthy, stuffy family of her fiance, Tony Kirby.
Sagamore Distillery 9-Year Anniversary Celebration, Friday, April 24, through Sunday, April 26, Baltimore Peninsula. This outdoor event is family-friendly and weather-permitting. Enjoy Craft Your Own Cocktail Classes, local food trucks, live music, local vendors, distillery trucks, and more!
Baltimore Tattoo Arts Festival, Friday, April 24, through Sunday, April 26, Baltimore Convention Center. Enjoy tattoos, piercings, art and entertainment at Villain Arts’ 18th annual Baltimore Tattoo Arts Festival. The three-day event will feature contortionists, suspension performances, tattoo contests and more.
Breakfast with the Penguins, Saturday, April 25, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Maryland Zoo. Visit the zoo before it even opens for a buffet-style al fresco breakfast alongside the penguin exhibit.
Autism Acceptance Day, Saturday, April 25, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Maryland Zoo. The Maryland Zoo will celebrate Autism Acceptance Month in partnership with Itineris. The event will feature sensory bags (including noise-reducing headphones, fidget toys, and non-verbal cue cards) available to rent for free; story time featuring works by neurodiverse authors; a scavenger hunt; and more.
Mayor’s Annual Spring Cleanup and Day of Service, Saturday, April 25, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., various neighborhoods. Mayor Brandon M. Scott, the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW), the Baltimore City Department of Transportation (DOT), and the Mayor’s Office of Community Affairs invite residents to be part of this citywide effort to beautify Baltimore’s neighborhoods. Learn more in this Baltimore Fishbowl article.
Mr. Trash Wheelโs Earth Day Birthday, Saturday, April 25, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Public Works Experience. Celebrate Mr. Trash Wheel’s birthday with a night of music, art, drinks, and an exclusive advance screening of the โMr. Trash Wheel (Hero of the Harbor)โ Music video. Learn more in this Baltimore Fishbowl article!
Petty Coat Junction โ Tribute to Tom Petty, Saturday, April 25, 7 p.m., The Recher. Join Petty Coat Junction as they perform Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers’ 1979 album Damn the Torpedoes in its entirety.
The Soldiersโ Chorus, Sunday, April 26, 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Earl and Darielle Linehan Concert Hall at UMBC. The Soldiersโ Chorus, the vocal complement of The United States Army Field Band of Washington, D.C., will performs vocal works by Bellini, Bizet, Danielpour, Delibes, Donizetti, Handel, Massenet, Mozart, Puccini, Rossini, Strauss, and Verdi.
Steven Isserlis and Connie Shih, Sunday, April 26, 5:30 p.m., Shriver Hall. Accompanied by Canadian pianist Connie Shih, internationally renowned British cellist Steven Isserlis will perform pieces by Beethoven, Schumann, Kabalevsky, and Kaprรกlovรก.
Week of April 27 through April 30
Kimberly Akimbo, Tuesday, April 28 through Sunday, May 3, Hippodrome Theatre. Teenage girl Kimberly Levaco suffers from a condition that rapidly accelerates the aging process, making her appear as an old woman while still in high school. This 2023 Tony-winner for Best Musical tells a story that is equally humorous and poignant.
Larry Fuller Trio, Wednesday, April 29, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Keystone Korner. Celebrate International Jazz Week with jazz pianist Larry Fuller, bassist Lorin Cohen, and drummer
Carmen Intorre, Jr.
Alyssa Edwards, Wednesday, April 29, doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m., Baltimore Soundstage. Since first tongue-popping onto television screens during “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” drag queen Alyssa Edwards continues to make a name for herself. The Texan is taking her Thanks For Everything Tour to Baltimore, with special guests Sapphire Dupree and DJ Cake Pop.
Craft Heart-Shaped Sushi With Chef Malik, Thursday, April 30, 7โ9 p.m., Swill by Blacksmiths, Baltimore, MD. Join Chef Malik for a hands-on cooking class through Classpop! where youโll learn how to make something delicious without Googling โeasy dinner ideasโ mid-meltdown.
