Can’t-Miss Baltimore Events in November 2025

11/15. POW-WOW & NATIVE AMERICAN FESTIVAL [EDITORS’ PICK]
Festivals. In this annual celebration of Native American heritage from the Mid-Atlantic region, explore traditional foods, customs, and dances, including a festive pow-wow. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Lutherville-Timonium. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. $7.18.

TO 11/15. RICHARD AYODEJI IKHIDE
Exhibitions. A collection of new works by this Nigerian-born, London-based artist are on view in Bolton Hill. CPM Gallery, 1512 Bolton St. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. by appt. Free. 

TO 11/16. ART
Theater. In this Tony Award-winning comedy set in modern-day Paris, a long-time friendship changes after the purchase of a questionable artwork. Everyman Theatre, 315 W. Fayette St. $5-97. 

11/16. KNITTERS & CROCHETERS NEEDED FOR NIFTY NECKWEAR
Classes & Lectures. Drop off or make homemade scarves to keep AVAM’s iconic 15-foot pink poodle Fifi warm through the winter months. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 

11/16. BALTIMORE VINTAGE EXPO [EDITORS’ PICK]
Markets. During this beloved annual event, shop from vintage and antique vendors selling quality clothing, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, decor, and furniture. Union Collective, 1700 W. 41st St. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 

11/16. ALSOP CONDUCTS BRAHMS 3
Music. Music Director Laureate Marin Alsop conducts this iconic symphony and French-Serbian violinist Nemanja Radulović performs the Khachaturian Violin Concerto. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. 3 p.m. $41-114. 

11/16. ASTRONAUT SYMPHONY [EDITORS’ PICK]
Music. Pianist, composer, and lyricist Scott Patterson leads this intergalactic ensemble exploding with fantastic futuristic funkiness. Keystone Korner Baltimore, 1350 Lancaster St. 5 & 7:30 p.m. $35-45.

11/16-2/1. JOHN AKOMFRAH
Exhibitions. View an immersive video installation from this London-based featuring perspectives of young Civil Rights activists of the 1960s. The Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free.

11/18. “AETHER” 
Music. Enjoy the ambient vocals of Marie Herrington with happy hour cocktails and coffee. Bird in Hand, 11 E. 33rd St. 6 p.m. Free.  

11/19-23. TU DANCE COMPANY FALL CONCERT
Dance. The Towson University dance troupe performs a combination of ballet, modern, and contemporary works. Towson University, Stephen’s Hall Theatre, 8000 York Rd., Towson 7 p.m. Prices vary. Free.

11/20. ‘MARINE LIFE & MANHATTANS’
Classes & Lectures. Marine scientist and educator Symone Barkley discusses the field of marine biology and encourages budding biologists to chase their dreams, with cocktails to boot. Irvine Nature Center, 11201 Garrison Forest Rd., Owings Mills. 6:30 p.m. $55-65. 

11/20. BALTIMORE HONKY TONK
Music. Local musicians perform classic country tunes during this beloved monthly dance party, with a free lesson included. Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Ave. 6:30-10 p.m. $12.51.  

11/21. I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY…BEFORE 9 PM 
Music. DJ Mikie Love brings the ’80s and ’90s hits for this early-bird dance party. Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 6-9 p.m. $21.17. 

11/21. BASKET BINGO AT THE ZOO
Kids. Bring friends for this old-school game night, the chance to win prizes, and cocktails, too. The Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl. 6-9:30 p.m. $40. 

TO 11/22. PANDARAYUHAN: HOME IS A MEMORY
Exhibitions. Anna Divinagracia’s solo show reflects on home, identity, and longing through the lens of the Filipino immigrant experience. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. Tues.-Sat. 12-5 p.m. Free.

11/22. AVAM BIRTHDAY BASH [EDITORS’ PICK]
Fundraisers & Galas. Celebrate 30 years of the American Visionary Art Museum with tours, activities, a birthday cake, and more! American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Hey Hwy. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free-$15.99. 

11/22. BEYOND THE FRAME: BALTIMORE FILMMAKERS DAY
Film. See this screening and discussion of short films from the ’70s and ’80s by local filmmakers from the Pratt’s film collection. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 1-3 p.m. Free.

11/22. FRIENDSGIVING FEAST
Food & Drink. In Station North, celebrate friends and food with fall-inspired cocktails, elevated seasonal bites, live music, and more. Motor House, 120 W. North Ave. 6-8 p.m. $50-80. 

11/22. BMA BALL & AFTER PARTY 
Exhibitions. Enjoy dinner, drinks, and the after-party dancing, with this year’s event honoring artists Amy Sherald and Wangechi Mutu. The Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr. 6 p.m.-12 a.m. $125+. 

11/22. WAR ON WOMEN [EDITORS’ PICK]
Music. This long-beloved Baltimore feminist punk band performs their hardcore sound. Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St. 7 p.m. $26.32. 

TO 11/23. HAIR
Theater. This musical unlike any other is set during the Vietnam War with a touch of psychedelic rock-and-rock and a defiant war-cry for peace. Vagabond Players, 806 S. Broadway. Times vary. $12-30. 

11/23. TALIB KWELI
Music. This Brooklyn-born rapper performs his hits downtown. Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Pl. 8 p.m. $25-39. 

11/25. NATIVE AMERICAN ART IN PRINTS OPEN HOUSE
Exhibitions. View original prints from C. Szwedzicki, a small publisher in France who produced six portfolios of North American Indian art. Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral St. 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Free.

11/26. CRIS JACOBS FAMILY REUNION [EDITORS’ PICK]
Music. This Baltimore folk legend performs his latest album with special guests The Bridge, Smooth Kentucky, and more. The Recher, 512 York Rd., Towson. 6 p.m. $42.92.  

11/26. TODD MARCUS QUARTET
Music. This esteemed Baltimore-based bass clarinetist performs his fresh, inventive jazz creations to kick off the holiday season. Keystone Korner Baltimore, 1350 Lancaster St. 7 p.m. $30-35. 

11/26-30. DR. SEUSS’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS
Theater. This classic holiday thief comes to life on the downtown stage in this musical Christmas classic. Hippodrome Theatre, 12 N. Eutaw St. Times vary. $45-183.  

11/27-12/24. CHRISTMAS VILLAGE
Markets. This annual holiday market of holiday goodies featuring a carousel, Ferris wheel, heated tents, craft vendors, and a beer garden. 501 Light St. 12-5 p.m. Free. 

11/28. BLACK FRIDAY
Festivals. In this annual beer festival, drink the season’s darkest stouts and porters in Fells Point. Max’s Taphouse, 737 S. Broadway, 11:30 a.m.-11:45 p.m. Free.

11/28-30. BAH HUMBUG
Theater. Mid-Atlantic Improv creates an unpredictable, comedic take on “A Christmas Carol” with the help of audience members. Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $20-25.

11/28-30. FESTIVAL OF TREES [EDITORS’ PICK]
Festivals. A winter wonderland of designer-decorated trees, wreaths, and gingerbread houses with carnival games, food trucks, and more to benefit Kennedy Krieger Institute. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Lutherville-Timonium. Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Prices vary. 

11/26-1/4. SANTA CLAUS IS COMIN’
Music. This Motown Christmas revue features holiday tunes reimagined by the talented Nygel D. Robinson. Baltimore Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert St. Times vary. $10-60. 

11/27. Y TURKEY TROT CHARITY 5K
Fundraisers & Galas. Start Thanksgiving Day with a race to help support families with food and financial assistance. Multiple YMCA locations. 8:30 a.m. $6.30-43.40. 

11/28-12/23. THE POLAR EXPRESS TRAIN RIDE
Family. Bring the kids to take this two-hour train ride with performances and a visit from Santa. B&O Railroad Museum, 901 W. Pratt St. Times vary. $55-120. 

11/29. LESLIE ODOM, JR. 
Music. This Tony- and Grammy-winning artist returns this holiday season for a night of festive music. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St. 7:30 p.m. 

11/29-29. BAZAART [EDITORS’ PICK]
Markets. Holiday shoppers flock to this holiday craft market featuring original creations from 50 local artisans. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. Fri. 12-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 

11/29-12/23. A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Theater. The Dickens holiday classic is adapted to take place in 19th-century Baltimore. Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, 7 S. Calvert St. Showtimes vary. $35-82.  

TO 11/30. DO YOU GO OUT? [EDITORS’ PICK]
Exhibitions. Explore Baltimore queer history through the work of local artist Amos Badertscher which documents gay nightlife and street culture. The Club Car, 12 W. North Ave. 5-9 p.m. Free.

11/30-1/1. MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET [EDITORS’ PICK]
Festivals. The most festive block in Hampden is decked out in over-the-top holiday cheer. 700 block of W. 34th St. Sun.-Thurs. 6-10 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 6 p.m.-12 a.m. Free.