Baltimore

Baltimore's LGBTQ+ community is centered in the Mount Vernon neighborhood, known for its historic architecture and vibrant queer scene. The area features popular venues like The Drinkery, Grand Central, and The Eagle. Baltimore Pride is a major annual celebration, and the city has a strong queer arts scene with organizations like the Baltimore Gay Life and numerous LGBTQ+ community groups. The city's diverse population and proximity to DC create a unique queer culture that bridges Southern charm with urban activism.

Stylish rooms with a literary theme & city views, plus a cocktail bar & a fitness room.

Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown

Refined lodging featuring an elegant restaurant/bar, plus a fitness room & free Wi-Fi.

Hotel Revival

Straightforward, bright rooms with minifridges, plus a fitness center & a water-view restaurant.

Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel

Contemporary hotel featuring a seafood restaurant with a waterfront terrace, plus a bar & a gym.

Canopy by Hilton Baltimore Harbor Point

Red Emma's is a bar in Baltimore. Located at 3128 Greenmount Ave, Baltimore, MD 21218, USA.

Red Emma's

Dreamers & Make-Believers is a shop in Baltimore. Located at 400 S Highland Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA.

Dreamers & Make-Believers

Buzzy spot offering coffee, pastries & panini plus rare & vintage vinyl for sale.

Baby's on Fire

Professional regional theater with 2 stages offering new plays & revivals of modern & classic works.

Baltimore Center Stage

Gastropub with eclectic plates, cocktails & sports on TV in a sleek space.

The Charles

Rough-&-ready Indie-rock club hosting local & touring bands, plus DJ dance parties & special events.

The Ottobar

Funky, knickknack-laden diner serving burgers, vegetarian food & traditional breakfast.

Papermoon Diner

The Manor is a bar in Baltimore. Located at 924 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA.

The Manor

Mexican street eats, like tacos & grilled corn, pair with tequila cocktails at this lively cantina.

El Bufalo Tequila Bar & Kitchen

Guilford Hall Brewing Company is a bar in Baltimore. Located at 1611 Guilford Ave, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA.

Guilford Hall Brewing Company

Chic cafe/bookstore for sustainable coffee, pastries & sandwiches, plus a selection of books.

Bird in Hand Cafe & Bookstore

Ice cream parlor with over 100 flavors of soft serve & milkshakes, plus sundaes & snowballs.

Bmore Licks (Canton)

The Margaret Cleveland is a shop in Baltimore. Located at 4725 Walther Ave, Baltimore, MD 21214, USA.

The Margaret Cleveland

Wishbone Reserve is a shop in Baltimore. Located at 3811 Falls Rd, Baltimore, MD 21211, USA.

Wishbone Reserve

Cocktails & pub grub offered in a laid-back watering hole with kitschy decor & karaoke.

Leon's of Baltimore

No-frills bar & music venue offering Asian cuisine, karaoke, DJ shows & other late-night events.

The Crown

Corner watering hole drawing a diverse crowd for drinks & karaoke on Fridays & Saturdays.

The Rowan Tree

Wonderland Sauna is a sauna and bathhouse in Baltimore. Located at 518 S Conkling St Suite 1, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA.

Wonderland Sauna

Fringe Baltimore is a venue in Baltimore. Located at 2801 Huntingdon Ave, Baltimore, MD 21211, USA.

Fringe Baltimore

D x MK Hair Studio is a venue in Baltimore. Located at 1200 S Haven St, Sola Salon Studios, 20 Unit D, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA.

D x MK Hair Studio

Minimalist, contemporary hair salon with an eco-friendly focus specializing in avant-garde styles.

Crafted Hair Studio

Flaunt Hair Boutique is a venue in Baltimore. Located at 827 W 36th St, Baltimore, MD 21211, USA.

Flaunt Hair Boutique

Soul Love Salon is a venue in Baltimore. Located at 10 E Preston St Apartment 1, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA.

Soul Love Salon

Love Is Love Boutique is a shop in Baltimore. Located at 339 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA.

Love Is Love Boutique

GC2B

A study group for individuals interested in engaging with the history and theory of organized labor and the role of artists in building working-class power. The event takes place on April 14, 2026, starting at 18:00 at Red Emma's in Baltimore, MD.

Art & Labor Study Group

An open mic event for poets to share their work.

Poetry Open Mic

Stuart Schrader joins us in conversation with the one & only orisanmi_burton to launch BLUE POWER: How Police Organized to Protect and Serve Themselves. This talk is for the launch of the book.

Stuart Schrader in conversation with orisanmi_burton to launch BLUE POWER

Greg's Shitty Trivia Night is a lively event held at Guilford Hall Brewery in Baltimore, featuring high-energy questions, competitive teams, and a fun atmosphere. It takes place on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, from 20:00 to 22:30, offering a midweek night out with drinks, community, and friendly competition. Participants are encouraged to bring their team, test their knowledge, and enjoy the vibrant environment.

Guilford Hall

Gregs Shitty Triva

Hip-Hop, Funk, & Soul Dance Party with DJ Uncle Quincy at Upstairs @ Ottobar in Baltimore. The event takes place on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, starting at 21:00. Doors open at 9 pm. The venue is located at 2549 N Howard St, Baltimore, MD 21218.

Ottobar

DJ Uncle Quincy

A lively brunch event featuring a drag performance.

Brunch & Drag Show

Join Christian John Wikane and Khary Simon at Bird in Hand Coffee & Books in Baltimore on April 15, 2026, at 6 pm for a discussion about the book 'A Night at the Disco.' The event celebrates the groundbreaking dance music of the 1970s, featuring photographs of over 100 artists and exclusive comments from legendary musicians. Christian Wikane, a renowned music journalist, and Khary Simon, a creative director at Hearst, will bring the book to life through insights and conversations. The event includes a discussion on how disco and related genres influenced nightlife and popular music, highlighting artists like Donna Summer, Barry Gibb, Debbie Harry, and others. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the history and cultural impact of disco music from experts in the field.

Bird in Hand

Christian John Wikane and Khary Simon: A NIGHT AT THE DISCO

Join us for a vibrant celebration of music, food, and community. Featuring local bands and food trucks.

Community Arts Center

Spring Music Festival

Baltimore Arts Council

Participants can work on their own projects or team up to work on the group quilt, we welcome people of all skills levels! Open Works is a nonprofit makerspace. Quilt Club is a part of our free monthly community event series. Minors must attend with an adult.

West Side Open Works

Quilt Club

Open Works

A community quilting night where people of all skill levels can work on their own projects or collaborate on a group quilt.

Join us for Trivia & Karaoke Night at Ottobar on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Doors open at 6:00 PM. Trivia begins at 7:00 PM, followed by karaoke at 9:30 PM. Play as teams or solo and enjoy a fun evening of entertainment at Upstairs @ Ottobar.

Trivia & Karaoke Night

An event titled 'Multimodal Figure Drawing w/ Sunmi' scheduled for April 15, 2026, starting at 18:00. Additional details about the event are not provided.

Free School Classroom

Multimodal Figure Drawing w/ Sunmi

Join us for an elegant evening celebrating the arts with performances, dinner, and fundraising activities.

Baltimore Center Stage Spring Gala

An all-ages concert featuring Brooklyn-based musician Mei Semones, known for her fusion of indie rock, bossa nova, jazz, and chamber pop. Following her 2024 EP 'Kabutomushi' and her upcoming debut album 'Animaru', Mei Semones will perform at Ottobar in Baltimore. The event includes a performance by John Roseboro. Doors open at 7 pm.

Mei Semones with John Roseboro

u+n booking

The story of a disillusioned generation that set out to reclaim its dignity and take on corporate America. With striking empathy, Scheiber paints a vivid portrait of this new working class while telling the dramatic story of its revolt against the status quo. He describes how recent developments like the proliferation of artificial intelligence and the war in Gaza have further fueled its discontent, and he explains why the college-educated working class will continue to demand change in the workplace, in cities like New York, and in national politics for years to come.

Noam Scheiber presents "Mutiny: The Rise and Revolt of the College-Educated Working Class"

A talk exploring the struggles and activism of the college-educated working class against corporate America and societal change.

Noam Scheiber presents 'Mutiny: The Rise and Revolt of the College-Educated Working Class' in conversation with Michael Tomasky, featuring discussions with friends. The event is scheduled to start on April 15, 2026, at 19:00. Further details about the venue and additional information are not provided.

Mutiny: The Rise and Revolt of the College-Educated Working Class

Join the Open Works community event at the Baltimore location. Details about activities and schedule to be announced.

Black Acres Coffee

Open Works Community Event

FREE Baby & Toddler Tinker Story Time and are ready to read, sing, play and connect in this adult-child session in the Open Works Lobby. Adults, bring the kiddos ages 0-5, no registration required, please plan on participating with your child.

Baby & Toddler Tinker Story Time

A free story time event for young children with stories, songs, and sensory activities to support their development and social skills.

A seven course surprise menu featuring rare and hyper-regional American dishes and a funny talk by Bill Oakley about the strange world of American regional dining.

Mobtown Ballroom

An American Curiosity Dinner

Mobtown Ballroom & Café

A dinner featuring a seven-course surprise menu of unique American regional dishes with entertainment by Bill Oakley and chef Jake Cornman.

The theatrical production titled 'Holes' is scheduled to run from April 16, 2026, to May 10, 2026, at Baltimore Center Stage. The opening performance is on April 16, 2026, at 19:30. Multiple showtimes are available throughout the run, with performances typically in the evening and some matinees. The venue is located at 700 North Calvert Street, Baltimore, Maryland. For tickets and more information, visit the Baltimore Center Stage website.

Holes

Protoplasm is an event featuring goth, industrial, death rock, EBM, and darkwave music. It takes place every third Thursday at Upstairs @ Ottobar in Baltimore, with doors opening at 9 pm. The event includes performances by bands such as Bauhaus, Chemlab, Cocksure, Curse Mackey, Fields of the Nephilim, Kaelen Mikla, Klack, Mephisto Walz, My Life With The Thrill Kill Kult, Out Out, Pop Will Eat Itself, Secret Shame, Skinny Puppy, SPECTRES, Strange Boutique, and TSOL, along with DJs ZAZIE MONDUST & PLAGUELUSTRE.

Protoplasm

A concert featuring Sunny Mondays, Space Corolla, Somnium, Michael, and Apricity at Ottobar.

SUNNY MONDAYS, SPACE COROLLA, SOMNIUM, MICHAEL, APRICITY

A live music event featuring performances by SUNNY MONDAYS, SPACE COROLLA, SOMNIUM, MICHAEL, and APRICITY at Ottobar in Baltimore. The event is scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026. Tickets are available for purchase online.

A stage adaptation of the novel Holes, running from April 16 to May 10, 2026.

Read, sing, play and connect in this adult-child session in the Open Works Lobby. For kids ages 0-5.

Open Works' lobby

A free story time session for babies and toddlers to read, sing, play, and connect with adults.

An in-person event at Bird in Hand Coffee & Books in Baltimore, MD, celebrating 50 years of UMBC's creative arts journal, Bartleby. The event features discussions with current and former contributors, a reflective conversation on the journal's legacy of non-conformity, and refreshments from the bar. The event takes place on April 17, 2026, starting at 18:00.

Celebrating 50 Years of Bartleby: UMBC's Creative Arts Journal

An event titled 'Nygel & Friends' scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2026, at 19:30. The performance will take place at the Pearlstone Theater on the 1st Floor, with an approximate runtime of 90 minutes and no intermission. The event is suitable for all ages.

Nygel & Friends

An Emo Nite event at Ottobar featuring a special guest DJ set by TIGERS JAW. The event is scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2026, starting at 21:00. Doors open at 21:00. The event is for attendees aged 18 and up. Tickets can be purchased online, and early access is available through Emo Nite Patreon. The event is presented by Emo Nite LA and aims to support various charitable causes.

Emo Nite at Ottobar w/ guest DJ set by TIGERS JAW!

Emo Nite LA

An event featuring Extra Medium with DJ Cian at Upstairs @ Ottobar in Baltimore. The event is scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2026, with doors opening at 10 pm. The venue is located at 2549 N Howard St, Baltimore, MD 21218.

Extra Medium

Nygel and Friends is a high-energy celebration of sound, soul, and storytelling returning to Baltimore Center Stage. The event features Nygel D. Robinson performing his original music alongside reimaginations of Baltimore legends like Billie Holiday, Cab Calloway, and Dru Hill, delivered with his signature twist. The performance includes collaborations with students from the Baltimore School for the Arts Dance program, vocalist J. Aria, and Broadway artist Melody A. Betts. The event honors Baltimore's musical legacy with innovative reimaginings for 2026.

Nygel and Friends

An inclusive basketball clinic for LGBTQ+ youth organized by Unmatched Athlete, aimed at fostering skills and community support.

UMBC Campus (CEI Arena Auxiliary Gym)

Unmatched Athlete LGBTQ+ Youth Basketball Clinic

Unmatched Athlete

Free inclusive basketball clinic for LGBTQ+ youth, all skill levels, plus UMBC campus lab tour.

Join us for the Ultimate Drag Brunch at The Manor in Mount Vernon on Saturday, April 18, 2026. The event starts at noon with brunch service, followed by performances at 1 PM featuring four fabulous queens. Admission is $20, which includes a seat and a complimentary meet & greet with the performers. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Hosted by Kayden Amore Chloe, this sassy and extravagant event promises a fantabulous time.

Drag Brunch at The Manor!

Join us at Guilford Hall Brewery for a watch party of the Spurs vs Brighton game. The event is scheduled for April 18, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Enjoy the game with fellow fans in a lively atmosphere. No additional details provided.

Spurs vs Brighton Watch party @ Guilford

A social support group for trans and gender non-conforming educators organized by the Trans Educators Network. The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 18th, 2026, starting at 14:00. It aims to provide strategizing and social support for educators in the trans and GNC community.

Trans & Gender Non-Conforming Educators Support Group

An all-ages music festival featuring bands such as Black Tusk, Howling Giant, Total Maniac, Haze Mage, Shadow Witch, Cemetary Sex, Almost Honest, Seasick Gladiator, and Necromancer. The event takes place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, with doors opening at 2:30 pm at Ottobar, Baltimore, MD. Tickets are available for purchase online.

Grim Reefer Fest 2026

A live music event featuring Snail Mail, Swirlies, Sharp Pins, and more, taking place outdoors at Union Collective. The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026, with doors opening at 4:00 PM. It is an all-ages event, rain or shine, at Union Craft Brewing in Baltimore. Tickets can be purchased online, and attendees are encouraged to RSVP on Facebook.

UNION Craft Brewing

Snail Mail, Swirlies & Sharp Pins– Outside at Union Collective

An evening with acclaimed Sound Designer and Picture Editor Walter Murch, celebrating his new book 'Suddenly Something Clicked: The Languages of Film Editing and Sound Design.' The event features a masterclass on films and their creation, highlighting Murch's contributions to cinema over six decades, including his work on The Godfather films, Apocalypse Now, Julia, and The English Patient. Held at Bird in Hand Coffee & Books in Baltimore, MD, the event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes and is in person.

Walter Murch: Suddenly, Something Clicked

A scheduled event featuring Walter Murch, titled 'Suddenly, Something Clicked,' taking place on April 18, 2026, from 17:00 to 18:30. The event details include the date and time, but no additional description or location information is provided.

A drag music bingo event themed around cartoon theme songs.

Cartoon Theme Songs Drag Music Bingo!

A hip-hop, funk, and soul dance party taking place upstairs at Ottobar in Baltimore. The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026, with doors opening at 10:00 PM. It is a 21+ event. The event features Uncle Quincy and promises a lively dance experience.

St. Twerkiesday w/ Uncle Quincy

A celebration of the LGBTQ+ community at Johns Hopkins University, featuring a festive brunch with alumni and students, highlighting diversity and inclusion.

JHU Pride Brunch

A Chakra Centered Sound Bath designed for the black queer community, focusing on intentional usage, deep meditation, and creative expression. The event includes a 1-hour session with affirmations, deep meditation, elevation, and creative activities like coloring or journaling, all while enjoying herbs. It aims to promote higher consciousness and provide a safe space for participants.

Charles Village

CONSCIOUS ELEVATION Chakra Sound Bath

As I Am Creations LLC

An event titled 'Profs & Pints Baltimore: The Way of Cosplay' scheduled for April 19, 2026, from 16:00 to 18:30. Additional details are not provided.

Profs & Pints Baltimore: The Way of Cosplay

Join us for a cozy reading session and discussion of 'Vanishing Cherry Blossom.'

Crafting & Cozy Reads April Book Club: Vanishing Cherry Blossom

Join us for Fun Dungeon at Upstairs @ Ottobar on Sunday, April 19, 2026. Doors open at 6 pm. The event is 21+ and takes place at 2549 N Howard St, Baltimore, MD. For more details, visit the Ottobar website or the event page.

Fun Dungeon

Pallbearer will perform their landmark album 'Foundations of Burden' in full, celebrating the 2025 Redux edition. The event takes place at Ottobar in Baltimore on Sunday, April 19, with doors opening at 7 pm. The performance is all ages, and tickets can be purchased online. The band revisited and meticulously reconstructed the album from the original sessions, offering a unique live experience of this transformative work.

Pallbearer: Foundations of Burden in Full

Savage Party & u+n booking

A goth, industrial, and new wave themed dance party with DJs Jerrod Bronson & Hell O'Kitty. Black celebration event.

The Brass Tap

Dark Dance Party

A dark dance night featuring DJs Jerrod Bronson & Hell O’Kitty playing goth, industrial, post-punk, and new wave music. The event is created by POC and welcomes all attendees. It takes place upstairs at Ottobar in Baltimore, starting at 9 pm on Sunday, April 19, 2026.

Black Celebration!

A hip hop, funk, and soul event featuring Uncle Quincy.

St. Twerkiestday with Uncle Quincy

An event featuring Jason Green and D. Paul Monteiro, Jr., titled 'Too Precious to Lose'. The event is scheduled to start on April 20, 2026, at 18:00. Further details about the event are not provided in the content.

Jason Green with D. Paul Monteiro, Jr.: Too Precious to Lose

Join us for a vibrant celebration of music, food, and community. Featuring live performances from local bands and artists.

Baltimore Events Co.

This event is part of the Vital Perspectives on Healthcare and Science series, focusing on pressing public health issues through book discussions. On April 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM, Dr. Hanna Garth, an Assistant Professor of Anthropology at Princeton University, will present her book 'Food Justice Undone: Lessons for Building a Better Movement,' based on twelve years of ethnographic research. She will discuss motivations behind food justice initiatives in South Central Los Angeles and explore themes of privilege, structural inequalities, and envisioning a liberatory future. Dr. Nicole Labruto will join the conversation. The event is open to the public and will be held in person at Bird in Hand Coffee & Books, Baltimore, MD.

Vital Perspectives on Healthcare and Science: Hanna Garth & Nicole Labruto

An event focused on exploring issues related to food justice, scheduled for April 21, 2026, starting at 18:00. Further details about the event are not provided.

Vital Perspectives: Food Justice Undone

An event titled 'BCS Vibes: Vol. 4' scheduled for Tuesday, April 21, 2026, starting at 19:00. The event features general admission seating, contains strong language, and is recommended for attendees aged 21 and over. Doors open at 18:30. The event is hosted by Baltimore Center Stage and takes place at 700 North Calvert Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202.

BCS Vibes: Vol. 4

A social event for singles in the LGBTQ+ community to mingle and connect.

LezBlackGurls Spring Singles Mixer

LezBlackGurls

Trivia night at Guilford Hall Brewery featuring high-energy questions, team competition, and a lively atmosphere. The event is scheduled for April 21, 2026, starting at 20:00 and ending at 22:30, with the main activity beginning at 19:30. Participants are encouraged to bring their teams, test their knowledge, and enjoy drinks and community vibes.

A monthly book club exploring queer themes, focusing on Leo Rising.

Queer All Year April Book Club: Leo Rising!

Alicia Kennedy is coming back to Baltimore to share her new book "On Eating: The Making and Unmaking of My Appetites." She will be in conversation with Anny Gaul, author of a new book on the role of the tomato in Egyptian culinary history.

Alicia Kennedy in Conversation with Anny Gaul

A community event where Alicia Kennedy discusses her new book "On Eating" in conversation with Anny Gaul about Egyptian culinary history.

A book club discussing themes of hate and empowerment among women.

Sugar & Spice April Book Club: Ladies in Hating!

Monthly open mic night with featured performer cacie and guest host vagrantdiva. Kitchen and bar will be open. Free with a two drink minimum suggested. Everyone is welcome to perform.

Open Mic Night

A monthly open mic night where anyone can perform, featuring a guest host and performer, with food and drinks available.

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Art & Labor Study Group

Poetry Open Mic

Stuart Schrader in conversation with orisanmi_burton to launch BLUE POWER

Gregs Shitty Triva

Gregs Shitty Triva

DJ Uncle Quincy

Brunch & Drag Show

Christian John Wikane and Khary Simon: A NIGHT AT THE DISCO

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