While Valentine’s Day is still on the horizon, the spirit of love is already blossoming with the upcoming annual Dog Wedding fundraiser hosted by BARCS.
This weekend also offers exciting events in Baltimore, including a celebration of the 101st anniversary of the city’s other orchestra, a record bazaar, and much more.
Here’s a look at the highlights for the weekend:
Between Every Breath, There is Atmosphere, Thursday, January 22, doors at 6 p.m., program from 6:30 to 8 p.m., Baltimore Museum of Art. Join the museum’s inaugural Alice and Franklin Cooley Composer in Residence, abdu mongo ali, for an innovative sonic and visual performance that delves into the experiences of Black Baltimoreans amidst Maryland’s southern Atlantic ecological and atmospheric conditions.
Eat, Drink & Learn: Waterfowl & Whiskey, Thursday, January 22, from 6:30 to 9 p.m., Irvine Nature Center. Discover the significance of waterfowl and wetland conservation efforts in our region, as Brooks Paternotte, the Executive Director of Irvine, shares insights on how hunting traditions inspire environmental advocacy.
Craft & Cinema Night: Legally Blonde, Thursday, January 22, at 7 p.m., The Theater at Creative Alliance. Bring along your ongoing craft project, connect with fellow crafters, and enjoy a movie screening. The ambiance will remain dim, allowing you to work on your craft comfortably while watching.
The Instigators, Friday, January 23, doors at 7 p.m., The Recher. Enjoy a lively performance from experienced musicians in Baltimore’s cover band scene, featuring an eclectic mix of rock classics from artists like The Grateful Dead, The Who, The Beatles, and many more.
Grown Up Field Trip: Game On, Friday, January 23, from 7 to 10 p.m., Maryland Science Center. Gather your friends for a competitive evening filled with fun—enjoy Mario Kart on the IMAX screen, a life-size Hungry Hungry Hippos game, and Nintendo-themed mini golf, all while sipping on drinks and enjoying a kid-free atmosphere.
Restorative Storytelling for Emotional Wellness, Saturday, January 24, from 1 to 3 p.m., BMA Lexington Market. Angel King Wilson from Silent Books Publishing will lead this engaging workshop focused on storytelling as a tool for achieving personal growth and wellness.
Dog Wedding, Saturday, January 24, from 6 to 10 p.m., M&T Bank Exchange. Life can certainly be challenging, but it’s much more enjoyable with a special companion. Join in the celebration of the union between two beloved dogs, Rooney and Wendell, at the 5th Annual Dog Wedding fundraiser to support BARCS.
Can I Kick It? The Matrix w/ DJ 2-Tone Jones, Saturday, January 24, doors open at 7 p.m., movie screening at 7:30 p.m., The Theater at Creative Alliance. Choose your pill, red or blue, and dive into this influential cyberpunk classic as DJ 2-Tone Jones provides a live hip-hop soundtrack.
BRB (Baltimore Record Bazaar), Sunday, January 25, from 12 to 6 p.m., Peabody Heights Brewery. This family-friendly, free event will feature live DJs, craft beer, food trucks, and over 33 vendors showcasing vinyl records, tapes, CDs, stereos, books, art, vintage items, and music memorabilia.
Baltimore Mandolin Orchestra Centennial 2026, Sunday, January 25, at 5 p.m., The Theater at Creative Alliance. Join the celebration of 101 years of Baltimore’s unique mandolin orchestra, consisting of mandolins, mandolas, mandocellos, mandobasses, and classical guitars directed by Joel Michael-Schwartz and Mark Linkins.
