March forward with plans for a fun month — whatever that looks like for you.
Whether you enjoy comedy shows and concerts, or you prefer to learn a new skill like decorating Easter eggs the Ukrainian way or turning tree sap into maple syrup, there’s something going on for every interest.
Check it all out in our roundup of March events happening around Baltimore:
Back to the Future, ongoing through Sunday, March 1, Hippodrome Theatre. When Marty McFly travels back in time to 1955, he accidentally changes history — including his own family. He must set things right in the past in order to live to see his present and future. The “Back to the Future” musical features songs from the beloved 1985 sci-fi film it is based upon, as well as some new songs crafted specially for the stage show.
trinity, ongoing through Sunday, March 8, Baltimore Center Stage. Don’t miss the world premiere of trinity, as Emmy Award–winning writer and producer Lena Waithe (Master of None, The Chi) makes her playwriting debut.
Big Bang Baby by LUSMERLIN, ongoing Sunday, March 15, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Rouse Company Foundation Gallery. Rooted in African and Caribbean Native cosmologies, this immersive, free public art exhibition will be on display at Howard Community College’s Horowitz Visual & Performing Arts Center.
Rock of Ages, ongoing through Sunday, March 15, Toby’s Dinner Theatre. A “small town girl living in a lonely world” and a “city boy, born and raised in South Detroit” fall for each other in this musical full of music from the 1980s.
Week of March 1 through March 8
Guinness St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations, Sunday, March 1 through Tuesday, March 17, Guinness Open Gate Brewery. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with live entertainment, holiday merchandise, curated tastings, and immersive experiences.
Tea in the Gallery, Sunday, March 1, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., Baltimore Clayworks. Surrounded by teapots crafted by emerging and established artists, enjoy curated teas and light bites from Corner Pantry.
Charm City Moon Market, Sunday, March 1, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., Ministry of Brewing. This magical market will feature local magical makers and practitioners, fortune reading, great brews, and more.
The Rite of Spring (EARTH | Songs), Sunday, March 1, 3 p.m., Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. BSO Principal Percussionist Edouard Beyens will perform a percussion concerto as part of the EARTH | Songs Festival.
BRUK OUT: Dancehall + Soca Day Party, Sunday, March 1, 3 p.m., Baltimore Soundstage. Join DJ Aakil, DJ Precious Layne, and other guest DJs for a daytime dance party.
BSYO Winter Concert & Annual Wine Pull, Sunday, March 1, 6:30 p.m., Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. Pull a mystery bottle of wine when you donate $10-$20 to support the Baltimore Symphony Youth Orchestra Tour & Scholarship Fund. At 6:30 p.m., enjoy performances by the String Orchestra and the Philharmonia Orchestra. Then, at 8 p.m., enjoy performances by the Concert Orchestra and Youth Orchestra.
The Phil Collins Story, Tuesday, March 3, 7:30 p.m., Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. Travel through acclaimed singer Phil Collins’s career with these musical selections.
Jimmy O. Yang, Thursday, March 5, doors open at 7 p.m., event starts at 8 p.m., Lyric Baltimore. Comedian Jimmy O. Yang will make a stop in Baltimore as part of his “Big & Tall Tour.”
Monsterns and Moons Exhibition Opening, Friday, March 6, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Creative Alliance. Come out to the opening of artist Tiffany Lange’s “Monsterns and Moons” exhibition, featuring sculpted character works by Lange. The exhibition will be on view March 6 through April 17. There will also be an artist talk and tour on March 19 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Antigone, Friday, March 6, through Sunday, March 29, Spotlighters Theatre. Spotlighters Theatre will present their production of Sophocles’ play “Antigone,” which follows the children of Oedipus and his mother, Jocasta.
Murder on the Orient Express, Friday, March 6 through Sunday, March 15, CCBC Dundalk. Dundalk Community Theater presents Agatha Christie’s classic, adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig. Step aboard the luxurious Orient Express for one of the greatest mystery thrillers ever written! Performances will be held at the Alvin and Mary Lloyd College Center, John E. Ravekes Theatre. Dates, times, and tickets are available here.
Next to Normal, Friday, March 6, through Sunday, March 15, M&T Bank Exchange. Iron Crow Theatre will present their production of “Next to Normal,” a musical about a family struggling to hold it together amid grief, mental illness, and loss of self.
GenX Takeover Comedy Tour, Friday, March 6, 8 p.m., Lyric Baltimore. Authenticity meets nostalgia when GenX takes the stage. Join The Real Slim Sherri, Jon Wellington (The Dadbod Veteran, DBV), Nick Harrison (The Professor), and Kelly Manno (your best friend in your head) for a night of humor, resilience, and unapologetic realness.
Family Safety Day, Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fire Museum of Maryland. Enjoy free admission to the museum, and learn about fire safety and First Responder careers at this free, family-friendly event.
Nature by the Fire- Nocturnal Neighbors, Saturday, March 7, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Irvine Nature Center. Warm up by the campfire, roast some marshmallows, and join Naturalist, Ash, for nature themed fun, including a visit from one of Irvine’s animal ambassadors.
Puzzle Palooza, Sunday, March 8, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Maryland Zoo. Partake in some competitive puzzling as you race to complete a puzzle faster than other teams. There will be prizes for winners, plus some of the zoo’s animal ambassadors will make special appearances.
Maple Magic 2026, Sunday, March 8, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Irvine Nature Center. At Irvine’s sweetest event of the season, join Irvine naturalists as they seek out and tap sap-producing trees. Then enjoy activities by the fire as you learn about the evolution of converting sap into syrup.
Week of March 9 through March 15
Freedom Songs: An Evening of Community Singing with Navasha Daya, Wednesday, March 11, 7 p.m., Lyric Baltimore. Led by the internationally renowned vocalist, recording artist and music educator, Navasha Daya, participants will experience the power of communal singing and oral tradition.
HER Maryland: Stories that Inspire, Wednesday, March 11, through Tuesday, April 7, Hal Gomer Gallery, Chesapeake Arts Center. The “HER Maryland: Stories that Inspire” exhibition brings to life the extraordinary stories of Maryland’s women icons through a vibrant celebration of art and history. The works honor their legacies, spark reflection, and inspire audiences to recognize the influence and transformative power of women across generations. There will be a reception on Thursday, March 26, from 6–8 p.m. RSVP is required.
David W. Blight Free Lecture at Loyola University, Thursday, March 12, 6:30 p.m., McGuire Hall. Pulitzer Prize Winner David W. Blight delivers the 2026 Loyola University Maryland Humanities Symposium Keynote Address, continuing the theme of “Life, Liberty, and the Unfinished Work of Democracy.” Wright will explore the tension between the Declaration of Independence and Frederick Douglass’ landmark address, “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?”
Saint Shrektrick’s Rave, Friday, March 13, 9 p.m., Baltimore Soundstage. It’s time to get out of the swamp and back on the dance floor—Shrek Rave is back.
Hadestown, Friday, March 13, and Saturday, March 14, Hippodrome Theatre. Join Orpheus as he travels way down under the ground to find Eurydice in the underworld. With music by Anaïs Mitchell, the show explores love, loss, hope, despair, balance, and bargaining.
Caesar/Americana, Friday, March 13, through Saturday, March 21, Fells Point Corner Theater. Come see this Motte & Bailey production, a musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic, “Julius Caesar”, by Hanna Folger. There will be a special Ides of March performance on March 15 at Boordy Vineyards in Hydes, MD at 6 p.m.
Pysanky Egg Dyeing, Saturday, March 14, 11 a.m., Creative Alliance. Ukrainian artist Halyna Mudryj will lead this workshop where participants will learn how to design and dye Easter eggs using a wax resist (batik) method.
Pi(e) Day, Saturday, March 14, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., Maryland Science Center. Celebrate the most mathematically delicious day of the year with pi(e)-themed activities at the Science Center.
Money Power Day, Saturday, March 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Poly-Western High School, Baltimore. Hosted by the CASH Campaign of Maryland, this free event is open to the public. A one-day financial education fair designed to help people tackle the financial questions they’ve been putting off (credit, debt, savings, banking, and more), this is a judgment-free zone with hands-on support. Families and kids welcome!
Night Circus, Saturday, March 14, 7–8:30 p.m., In The Dark Circus Arts, Baltimore. One night only, experience cirque performance, magic, and mind-reading by Alexander the Pretty Good for an evening of fun you’ll never forget! A first time collaboration between the National Edgar Allan Poe Theatre and In The Dark Circus Arts, get your tickets for this event here.
The Second Saturday S#!T Show feat. Bobby Ray, Saturday, March. 14, 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 Daniel MacFarland Jr., Caitlin Austin, Blaire Postman, and Ryan Lina.
4 the Revolution: A Community Artist Retreat, Sunday, March 15 through Saturday, March 21, The Voxel. During this weeklong offering, they’re bringing you the queer spring break camp of your dreams through creation, liberation, and celebration of trans joy and
artistry. Rest, Restore, Revolt! Tickets availablehere.
Week of March 16 through March 22
The Legend of the Northern Lights in Concert, Wednesday, March 18, Thursday, March 19, and Saturday, March 21, Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra will perform selections by Grieg, Grofé, Lili Boulanger, Beethoven, Debussy, and Theofanides to accompany this dazzling display of the Northern Lights.
Lords of the Sound, Thursday, March 19, doors open at 6 p.m., event starts at 7 p.m., Lyric Baltimore. You’ve heard his scores in movies like “The Dark Knight,” “The Lion King,” Mission Impossible,” “Pirates of the Carribean,” and more. Now, enjoy the music of composer Hans Zimmer, performed live by the Ukrainian orchestra Lords of the Sound.
Screeching Weasel, Friday, March 20, doors at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m., Baltimore Soundstage. Joined by The Queers, Screeching Weasel will return to Baltimore for the first time in more than a decade.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, Friday, March 20, 7:30 p.m., Creative Alliance. Enjoy a traditional Irish music concert with Celtic Corridor and Collins & Vocke.
The Doo Wop Project, Saturday, March 21, and Sunday, March 22, Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. The Doo Wop Project will transport listeners to the 1940s and show how groups like The Crests and The Flamingos influenced the music of later singers like Smokey Robinson, The Temptations, and Maroon 5. The performance will feature stars from “Jersey Boys” and “Motown: The Musical.”
Wedding Showcase, Saturday, March 21, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., Maryland Zoo. Are you engaged? Do you want your wedding to be wildly fun? Look no further than the Maryland Zoo. The showcase will give attendees the chance to learn about the zoo’s wedding venues and services, take venue tours, listen to live music, sample offerings from local vendors, enjoy giveaways, and meet some of the zoo’s animal ambassadors.
Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, Sunday, March 22 through Sunday, April 19, Everyman Theatre. Director Vincent M. Lancisi presents this Tony Award-winning comedy, written by American playwright and satirist, Christopher Durang.
Week of March 23 through March 29
Diana Krall, Monday, March 23, 7:30 p.m., Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. Canadian jazz pianist and singer Diana Krall will perform a blend of jazz, pop, and other music styles in this one-night concert.
Lyric Baltimore’s Dream Big Celebration, Tuesday, March 24, doors open at 6:30 p.m., event starts at 7 p.m., Lyric Baltimore. The finalists of Lyric Baltimore’s 9th annual Dream Big Contest will take the stage to perform their award-winning work.
A Hero’s Journey: Schumann & Strauss, Thursday, March 26, 7:30 p.m., Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. San Francisco Opera Music Director Eun Sun Kim will conduct Strauss’s Ein Heldenleben (“A Hero’s Life”). Pianist Javier Perianes will perform Schumann’s Piano Concerto.
Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass & Other Delights, Friday, March 27, 8 p.m., Lyric Baltimore. Enjoy your favorite TJB hits with Herb Alpert and his brand new Tijuana Brass.
Music Under the Dome: The Rolling Stones, Friday, March 27, 8 p.m. & 9 p.m., Maryland Science Center. Enjoy an immersive planetarium experience featuring in-house curated imagery set to the sounds of Rolling Stones hits.
Gary Owen, Saturday, March 28, and Sunday, March 29, Lyric Baltimore. Stand-up comedian Gary Owen is bringing the laughter during the Baltimore stop of his “No Hard Feelings Tour.”
Easter EGGstravaganza at Mary’s Land Farm, Saturday, March 28, through Saturday, April 4, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mary’s Land Farm, Ellicott City, MD. Enjoy, an Easter Egg Hunt, photos with the Easter Bunny, see the Petting Farm and have animal encounters, and even book your own private mini lamb cuddling or mini bunny cuddling session! (Limited spots available.) Read about their cow cuddling options, too, in this Baltimore Fishbowl article from July 2024.
David Nihill, Sunday, March 29, 7 p.m., Creative Alliance. Irish comedian and author David Nihill is bringing his show to Baltimore on his “Taking Tangents Tour.”
Week of March 30 through March 31
BLS CPR Class & AED Training, Tuesday, March 31, 6:30 p.m., Baltimore, MD. Did you know a researcher at Johns Hopkins University created the defribillator and CPR? The AMA says that most people have no formal training in CPR, but you can fix that by getting trained and certified at this American Heart Association Basic Life Support CPR class.
In The Stacks: African American Art Song, Tuesday, March 31, 6:30–7:30 p.m., George Peabody Library, Peabody Campus. Enjoy an evening of powerful music from Peabody’s Vocal Studies singers in this recital of art songs by African American composers. The program will blend live performance with fresh scholarly perspective on how race, gender, sexuality, and class impacted the music and its reception. Admission is free, but capacity is limited, so register to ensure tickets. Registration opens at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 10.
