Aug. 8
Science Happy Hour
The Wine Collective and the Maryland Science Center are coming together to host a social like no other. Wine enthusiasts can look forward to a kid-free after-hours experience including a presentation of craft wines and a wine tasting. Attendees are allowed to bring picnic-style snacks. The 21+ event will last two hours, starting at 7 p.m. It will be held at the Maryland Science Center at 601 Light St. in Baltimore. Tickets are $29.95. mdsci.org
Aug. 10
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra: The Music of John Williams
The film scores of John Williams evoke a powerful nostalgia in fans across the spectrum of film from Star Wars to Indiana Jones, “Jaws” and “Jurassic Park.” Hear notes from his iconic compositions with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra in the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall at 1212 Cathedral St. in Baltimore. This concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $15-$73. my.bsomusic.org
Aug. 13
Black August: Uplifting the History of Resistance Behind the Walls
Learn about the history of Black resistance in the United States from the Civil War to the Black Power movement with Baltimore Racial Justice Action. BRJA is a nonprofit working to dismantle racism. This event will take place from 6-7:30 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library at 400 Cathedral St. in Baltimore. Entry is free but donations are welcomed. bmoreantiracist.org, prattlibrary.org
Aug. 17
Human Musical Group Sensations Glass Animals: Tour of Earth
See Glass Animals live at 7:45 p.m. at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia. Glass Animals is a band whose music has been described as psychedelic pop, indie pop, electronic rock, alternative pop and indie rock. The Aug. 17 show will feature Kevin Abstract, a rapper, singer and songwriter known for being a founding member of Brockhampton. The Merriweather Post Pavilion venue can be found at 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway in Columbia. Tickets are $106-$330. meriweathermusic.com, glassanimals.com
Sept. 2-4
Baltimore Orioles vs. Chicago White Sox
Catch a baseball game this summer and see the Baltimore Orioles face the Chicago White Sox. The Sept. 2 game will take place at 1:05 p.m., while the Sept. 3 and 4 games will be at 6:35 p.m. All three games will be played at Oriole Park at Camden Yards at 333 W Camden St. in Baltimore. Tickets are $26-$167. mlb.com
Sept. 7
First Responders Showcase
Bring the kids to meet first responders, learn about their roles and take a ride on the One Mile Express to the restoration shop for a controlled collision demonstration. During the demonstration, attendees can watch first responders in action as they handle the simulated emergency. This event will take place from 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the B&O Railroad Museum at 901 W. Pratt St. in Baltimore. Tickets are $17-$28 or free for first responders. borail.org
Sept. 7
Simply the Best: The Ultimate Tina Turner Tribute
See Vivian Ross as Tina Turner, joined by two backup dancers and singers and a band led by renowned bassist Gary Grainger. They will be playing Tina Turner hits like “Proud Mary,” “What’s Love Got to Do with It,” “Private Dancer,” “Simply the Best” and more. This concert will take place at 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. at Keystone Korner at 1350 Lancaster Street in Baltimore. Tickets are $15-$45 plus fees. keystonekornerbaltimore.com
Sept. 21-22
Jo Koy
Catch premiere stand-up comedian Jo Koy on his “Just Being Koy Tour” live at Lyric. Koy will be performing at 8 p.m. on Sept. 21 and 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 22 at 140 W. Mount Royal Ave. in Baltimore. Tickets are $71-$247. lyricbaltimore.com
Sept. 27-29
Baltimore Book Festival 2024
Celebrate the stories we share and more stories to come at the Baltimore Book Festival’s 25th anniversary. Last year, the festival hosted local authors and poets across genres, neighborhood book sellers and small businesses. Attendees can expect literary salons, panel discussions, writing workshops, poetry readings, author talks, book signings, children’s activities, live podcast recordings and more. The festival will be held in and around Waverly Main Street. Admission is free but bring money for vendors. baltimorebookfestival.com
