Following a challenging week filled with snow, ice, and bitter temperatures, you might be eager to shake off that cabin fever. Fortunately, Charm City is bustling with a variety of exciting events for everyone this weekend.
This weekend promises an eclectic mix in Baltimore, from a lively Pokémon-themed rave to a touring rendition of the musical “The Great Gatsby.” (Before heading out, it’s a good idea to check in with event organizers to ensure that the winter weather hasn’t affected your plans.)
Here’s your comprehensive guide to the weekend’s events:
Student Film Screening, Thursday, January 29, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., The Walters Art Museum. Join us for a showcase of captivating short films made by students from the Baltimore School for the Arts, followed by a Q&A session moderated by the students.
The Classic, Friday, January 30, 7 p.m., Towson University’s SECU Arena. Celebrating its fifth anniversary, this annual basketball match between the Maryvale Lions and The Mercy Magic is a cherished Baltimore tradition that highlights excellence in girls’ sports.
Poké-Rave, Friday, January 30, 8 p.m., Baltimore Soundstage. Sponsored by HiScore, this 18+ event features a gaming lounge, a cosplay competition, themed decorations, and so much more!
The Great Gatsby, Saturday, January 31, running through Saturday, February 7, Hippodrome Theatre. This spectacular adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic novel depicts the extravagant life of a millionaire during the Roaring Twenties, as he longs for his former lover who is now married to another man.
Disturbin The Peace 2026, Saturday, January 31, doors open at 1 p.m., show begins at 1:30 p.m., Baltimore Soundstage. Prepare for an electrifying lineup featuring HATEBREED, End It, Agnostic Front, Next Step Up, Raw Brigade, and several more performing live on stage.
David Manzanares-Salguero, guitar, Saturday, January 31, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Baltimore Museum of Art. Experience an afternoon of exquisite music with David Manzanares-Salguero, who is the proud winner of the 2025 Yale Gordon Competition.
Legends of Laughter, Saturday, January 31, 8 p.m., Lyric Baltimore. This highly anticipated tour features renowned comedians such as Sommore (known for her Netflix special “Queen Chandelier”), Lavell Crawford (“Breaking Bad,” “Better Call Saul”), Earthquake (“Chappelle’s Home Team”), and Joe Clair (HBO’s “Def Comedy Jam”).
Vision Board Brunch, Sunday, February 1, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Baltimore Unity Hall. A month into the new year, are you satisfied with your progress? Whether you’re eager to make changes or keep your momentum going, join us to create a vision board. All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring scissors or magazines you’d like to share.
Tamale Workshop, Sunday, February 1, 12 p.m., Breath of God Lutheran Church. Discover the secrets to making delicious tamales. After mastering the technique, enjoy a feast of homemade tamales, and don’t forget to take some leftovers home!
Echoes of Motown, Sunday, February 1, 3 p.m., Morgan State University, Carl J. Murphy Fine Arts Center. Delight in an entertaining showcase blending poetry, spoken word, and dance, all set to iconic Motown hits by legends like The Four Tops, The Temptations, Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and more.
Rachmaninoff & Shostakovich, Sunday, February 1, 3 p.m., Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. Under the direction of BSO Music Director Jonathon Heyward, this concert pairs Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 4, featuring the talented Denis Kozhukhin, with Shostakovich’s Fourth Symphony.
