Friday, August 28, 2026
Baltimore’s Vibes, 7 Days a Week

You made it. Friday's here, and Baltimore's not wasting a minute of it — a free three-day, three-stage DIY blowout kicks off tonight across Le Mondo and Current Space, Asake brings his world tour to Merriweather, Joshua Redman blows through Keystone Korner for two sets, and the Ravens close out preseason at home. Twenty-six verified things to do tonight below — pick your lane and go.

Otherworld @ An die Musik Live

Contemporary jazz quartet blending jazz, classical, and Middle Eastern influences — real chops, real songwriting, in one of the city's best small rooms. 7:30 PM, $20 general / $10 students.

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Joshua Redman Quartet @ Keystone Korner

A saxophone giant playing Baltimore's most intimate jazz room — two sets tonight, 6 PM and 9 PM. Price varies by set; check the calendar for current availability.

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Music to Heal the Soul: Ustad Shafaat Khan @ Creative Alliance

A world-renowned Indian classical musician plays sitar, surbahar, and tabla in The Theater — a genuinely rare booking for this city. 7:30 PM. Tickets are dynamically priced, so grab yours early.

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Asake: In God We Trust World Tour @ Merriweather Post Pavilion

The Afrobeats/amapiano megastar brings his world tour to Merriweather for one night only. 8 PM.

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Stars and The Sea @ Metro Baltimore

With Ceromantics, Bombenkinder, and DJ Neska — a four-act night built for the goth and dark-alternative crowd.

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Sunny Side Jazz Band: Friday Night Swing & Lindy Hop @ Mobtown Ballroom

Live New Orleans jazz, a beginner lesson at 8 PM, dancing from 9. No partner or experience needed. $20 at the door.

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Kenyatta @ Ottobar

All-ages show in the main room, doors 8 PM.

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Fat Butt Rodeo @ Upstairs at the Ottobar

21+, doors 10 PM, upstairs room.

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Friday Night Music Series @ Peabody Heights Brewery

Live music with your pint, 6–9 PM, free to walk in.

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Invincible! A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson @ Pier Six Pavilion

Full band and choreography MJ tribute under the tent on the waterfront. 8 PM.

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Adam Hawley @ Rams Head On Stage

Smooth-jazz/funk guitarist headlines the intimate Rams Head room. 8 PM.

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Cat's Eye Pub — Wingin' It + Coffee & Red

The Fell's Point institution runs two live sets tonight: Wingin' It from 5 PM, then Coffee & Red takes over at 9:30. No cover, just squeeze in.

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Lavell Crawford @ Baltimore Comedy Factory

The stand-up heavyweight (Breaking Bad's Huell) plays two shows tonight — 7:30 and 10:15 PM.

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Zoltan Kaszas: Worldwide(ish) Tour @ Magooby's Joke House

Touring stand-up, two sets at 7 and 9:30 PM. 18+, two-item minimum, runs through Saturday.

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Something, Something Poetry: A Variety-Style Writing Workshop @ Creative Alliance

Drop-in creative writing workshop — the prompt changes every session, inspired by film, music, and internet culture. 6–7:30 PM.

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Exhibition Reception: "With Love, An Afropessimist's Affection" @ Red Emma's

Opening reception for artist Angel Golden's textile and digital work exploring the Black body as political landscape. 5 PM.

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Making America Again: So Strong, So Brave, So True @ MICA's Sheila & Richard Riggs Gallery

New exhibition opens at MICA's Fred Lazarus IV Center, free, runs through Sept 29. Open 10 AM–5 PM.

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Insidious: Out of the Further (Double Feature) @ Bengies Drive-In Theatre

PG-13 double feature under the stars. Gates 7 PM, first film at 8. One ticket, two movies — bring a blanket.

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Between the Sheets Movie Night: You'll Be Obsessed! @ Red Emma's

Screening plus discussion at Baltimore's anarchist bookstore and cafe. 7 PM.

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Coyote Vs. Acme & The Dog Stars @ The Senator Theatre

Coyote Vs. Acme at 12:55 and 3:55 PM; The Dog Stars at 6:50 and 9:35 PM, in the Senator's classic single screen.

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Ravens vs. Washington Commanders (Preseason) @ M&T Bank Stadium

Preseason finale, kickoff 7 PM — last look at the roster before Week 1.

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Full Moon Glow Paddle @ Baltimore SUP

Guided paddleboard tour under the full moon, 7:30–9 PM, glow gear included.

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Death Café with Masha Rand @ Bird in Hand Coffee & Books

Come talk about death and drink good coffee — no agenda, just honest conversation. 6–7:30 PM.

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The Final Expedition @ Port Discovery Children's Museum

Interactive family exhibit included with museum admission — a solid backup plan if the weather turns.

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Baltimore Summer Food Festival @ West Shore Park

Three days of food vendors on the waterfront, kicking off today, roughly 10 AM–7 PM.

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5 PM Friday · Le Mondo & Current Space · Free (donations welcome)

Subscape 2026 is Baltimore's DIY scene throwing its biggest party of the summer — three days, three stages, 60+ bands, and it costs nothing to walk in. Tonight's the kickoff, running straight through Sunday. This is the kind of chaotic, homegrown lineup that makes this city's music scene what it is, and you'd be a fool to skip it because it's "just" a Friday.

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That's 26 verified things to do tonight — more than you have hours for, which is exactly how a Friday in this city should feel. Saturday's shaping up to be the big one, so get some sleep in wherever you can find it. Until then: yodel it from the rooftops. 🗣️⛰️