Family Shows & Performances in Baltimore — Theater, Music & More
Live performances spark something in kids that screens can't replicate. Baltimore's theaters, concert venues, and community stages host regular family-friendly shows — from puppet theater and children's concerts to Broadway touring productions adapted for young audiences. Many offer sensory-friendly performances too.
Sun, May 24· 6:00 PM
Summer Sunset Concert Series @ Allen Pond Park
📍 Allen Pond Park
Free weekly Sunday evening concerts featuring live music, food trucks, and community fun at Allen Pond Park in Bowie.
Sun, Jun 21· 6:00 PM
🎵 Summer Sunset Concert Series @ Allen Pond Park
📍 Allen Pond Park
Free Sunday evening concert series featuring live music, food trucks, and community fun at Allen Pond Park.
Sat, Aug 8· 10:00am-1:00pm (auditions Aug 8-9), 6:00pm-8:00pm (auditions Aug 10)
Disney's Frozen the Broadway Musical - Auditions
📍 Children's Theatre of Annapolis
Open auditions for ages 12-18 to join the cast of Disney's Frozen the Broadway Musical. Auditions held August 8-10 with callbacks August 11, followed by rehearsals August 23-October 22 and performance
Tue, Sep 1· Various times
Escape Beetlejuice
📍 Laurel’s House of Horror
45-minute escape room experience with puzzles inspired by the movie Beetlejuice.
Sun, Sep 6· 4:00pm-7:30pm
Acoustic Music Series - September 2026
📍 Hybridoma Organic Fruit Farm
Live acoustic music performances featuring local musicians at the farm from 4-7:30pm. Multiple performances scheduled throughout September.
Wed, Sep 9· 7:00pm-9:00pm
Irish Music Night - Second Floor
📍 The Judge's Bench
Monthly Irish music session featuring a local Irish music group performing live from 7:00pm-9:00pm on the second floor. Listeners welcome to enjoy food and drinks.
Mon, Sep 14· 6:30pm
Altar'd OGs Singer/Songwriter Nights
📍 Ministry of Brewing
Open mic live music series dedicated entirely to original songs featuring local artists sharing their own compositions. Food available from Red River Smokehouse.
Wed, Sep 16· 10:30am-1:00pm, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Toby's Dinner Theatre Presents: Summer - The Donna Summer Musical
📍 Toby's Dinner Theatre
A dinner theatre production celebrating the life and music of Donna Summer with a full meal and live performance.
Thu, Sep 17· 8:00 PM
Our Town
📍 The Colonial Players
A classic American play set in the small New England community of Grover's Corners, following the Webb and Gibbs families as they navigate love, marriage, and loss. Guided by the Stage Manager, the pl
Fri, Sep 18· 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown
📍 Compass Rose Theater
A theatrical production of the beloved Peanuts musical running from September 18 through October 4, 2026.
Sat, Sep 19· evening performances
Billy Elliot the Musical
📍 Children's Playhouse of Maryland, Inc.
A Tony Award-winning musical about a young boy in a small English mining town who discovers a passion for ballet and pursues his dreams despite societal expectations. The production features dynamic c
Wed, Sep 23· 6:00pm-7:30pm
Act Out Improv! Improv 2/3 (Grades 3-10) | Tuesdays
📍 JCC of Greater Baltimore
An improvisational comedy class for grades 3-10, teaching improv skills and theatrical performance techniques.
Wed, Sep 23· 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Family Fun Day with Miss Julie and Friends
📍 The Mall in Columbia
Weekly Thursday morning entertainment series featuring sing-alongs, storytelling, and performances by various entertainers at The Mall in Columbia.
Wed, Sep 23· 4:30pm-5:20pm
CTPC Mini (Ages 5-6) | Wednesdays: SEUSSICAL MINI!
📍 JCC of Greater Baltimore
A children's theatre program featuring a mini production of Seussical for ages 5-6, held on Wednesday evenings.
Wed, Sep 23· 1:00pm-7:00pm
KIM'S CONVENIENCE
📍 Everyman Theatre
A comedic performance about a Korean-Canadian family running a convenience store in Toronto. Everyman Theatre presents this engaging play with multiple showtimes.
Wed, Sep 23· 3:30pm-4:10pm
Ballet Babies (Ages 3-4) | Wednesdays
📍 JCC of Greater Baltimore
A ballet class for toddlers ages 3-4 held on Wednesday afternoons, introducing young children to basic dance and movement.
Wed, Sep 23· 3:00pm-10:30pm
Restaurant Day
📍 Blue Pit BBQ
A special restaurant day event at Blue Pit BBQ featuring food and drinks from 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM.
Wed, Sep 23
Dave Chappell, Jimmy Jacobs, Rurik Reshetiloff & more!
📍 49 West Coffeehouse, Winebar & Gallery
Comedy show featuring Dave Chappell, Jimmy Jacobs, Rurik Reshetiloff and additional performers at 49 West Coffeehouse.
Wed, Sep 23· 7:30pm-late
SHC Music Tribe Presents Marc Douglas Berardo and Walt Wilkins
📍 49 West Coffeehouse, Winebar & Gallery
Americana/songwriter performance featuring Marc Douglas Berardo and Walt Wilkins, a celebrated 'Songwriter's Songwriter.' Doors open at 7:30 PM.
Wed, Sep 23
Unified Jazz Ensemble
📍 Reynolds Tavern and 1747 Pub
Live jazz performance by the Unified Jazz Ensemble at Reynolds Tavern and 1747 Pub.
Wed, Sep 23· 5:30 PM EDT
Jenny Oaks Baker with the Baltimore Symphony
📍 Pier Six Pavilion
Classical music performance featuring violinist Jenny Oaks Baker with the Baltimore Symphony at Pier Six Pavilion.
Wed, Sep 23· 5:30pm-7:30pm
Jóvenes en Acción 2026
📍 Creative Alliance
A youth and family performance or workshop event featuring creative programs.
Wed, Sep 23· 1:00pm-4:54pm, 6:00pm-9:54pm
The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers - Extended Edition
📍 Harbor East Cinemas
Extended edition screening of the classic fantasy epic featuring the continuing journey of Frodo and the Fellowship. 3 hour 44 minute adventure film rated PG-13.
Wed, Sep 23· 11:00am-7:00pm
Wine on the Beach 2026 Oct 23 & 24
📍 Middleton Tavern
Wine on the Beach joins Sunfest with over 200 artisan vendors, live national music on two stages, diverse food options, and family-friendly activities like a beach maze and bonfire. Attendees can ming
Wed, Sep 23· 12:00pm-2:34pm, 3:00pm-5:34pm, 6:00pm-8:34pm, 9:05pm-11:39pm
Spider-Man: Brand New Day
📍 Harbor East Cinemas
Superhero action film with PG-13 rating. 2 hour 24 minute science fiction adventure with multiple showtimes.
Wed, Sep 23· 6:30pm
Contemporary Central American Voices
📍 Busboys and Poets - Columbia
An author and book event featuring contemporary Central American voices and perspectives.
Wed, Sep 23· 10:30am-1:00pm, 6:00pm-9:00pm (varies by date)
Toby's Dinner Theatre Presents: Summer - The Donna Summer Musical
📍 Toby's Dinner Theatre
A musical celebration of Donna Summer's iconic career featuring her greatest hits performed in an intimate dinner theatre setting. Enjoy a full dinner service paired with live theatrical entertainment
Wed, Sep 23· 7:00pm-9:30pm
Kim's Convenience
📍 Bromo Arts District
A theatrical production presented by Everyman Theatre featuring the popular comedy-drama about a Korean-Canadian family running a convenience store in Toronto.
Wed, Sep 23· 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Jazz Night at Reynolds Tavern — Every Wednesday!
📍 Reynolds Tavern and 1747 Pub
Live jazz performance with fine dining at Reynolds Tavern's 1747 Pub every Wednesday evening.
Wed, Sep 23· 1:00pm-3:20pm, 3:50pm-6:10pm, 6:40pm-9:00pm, 9:30pm-11:50pm
Practical Magic 2
📍 Harbor East Cinemas
Fantasy film sequel with PG-13 rating. 2 hour 10 minute magical adventure with multiple showtimes available.
Wed, Sep 23· 8:00pm
Wednesday Night Open Mic hosted by Charity Blackwell
📍 Busboys and Poets - Columbia
A weekly poetry reading and open mic night hosted by Charity Blackwell, featuring local performers and audience participation.
Thu, Sep 24· 6:00pm
DON'T SAY PALESTINE | A Busboys and Poets Books Presentation
📍 Busboys and Poets - Columbia
An author and book event presentation exploring the topic and discourse around Palestine.
Thu, Sep 24· 1:30pm-2:30pm
Food Rescue Baltimore Giveaway
📍 Old Major
Free healthy food giveaway hosted by Old Major in partnership with Food Rescue Baltimore and 4MyCity.us, supporting thousands of individuals and families in Baltimore City.
Thu, Sep 24· 8:00pm
Thursday Night Open Mic hosted by E-Baby
📍 Busboys and Poets - Columbia
A weekly poetry reading and open mic night hosted by E-Baby at the Hyattsville location, featuring local performers and audience participation.
Thu, Sep 24· 8:00 PM
Our Town
📍 The Colonial Players
Thornton Wilder's classic play set in small-town New England follows the Webb and Gibbs families as they navigate love, marriage, and loss, guided by the mysterious Stage Manager.
Thu, Sep 24· 6:00pm
Everyday Bias | A Busboys and Poets Books Presentation
📍 Busboys and Poets - Columbia
An author and book event presentation focused on the topic of everyday bias and its impacts.
Thu, Sep 24· 6:00pm-7:30pm
Community Game Night (4th Thursday - UNO Tournament)
📍 29th Street Community Center
Community members compete in a fun UNO card game tournament during a family-friendly game night event.
Thu, Sep 24· 4:00 PM
Arts in the Park Towson - Weird Alien Noises, Hazel and Justin, and Grey!
📍 The Music Space
An outdoor music performance in a public park featuring local musicians and bands.
Thu, Sep 24· 4:00 PM
Arts in the Park Towson - Space Banana, Hazel and Justin, and Grey!
📍 The Music Space
Live music performance in Courthouse Gardens featuring multiple Teachers in the Wild artists. Family-friendly outdoor arts event celebrating music and community.
Thu, Sep 24· 7:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday Night Trivia
📍 Forward Brewing
Weekly trivia night held every Thursday evening in the Forward Brewing taproom. Test your knowledge and compete with other trivia enthusiasts.
Thu, Sep 24
BxB Unplugged: Soul at Sunset
📍 Rash Field Park
A live music performance featuring soul music at sunset at Rash Field Park. This outdoor concert offers waterfront views and entertainment for families.
Thu, Sep 24· 7:00pm-9:30pm
Kim's Convenience
📍 Bromo Arts District
A theatrical production presented by Everyman Theatre featuring the popular comedy-drama about a Korean-Canadian family running a convenience store in Toronto.
Thu, Sep 24· 4:00 PM
Arts in the Park Towson
📍 The Music Space
Outdoor music performance featuring Weird Alien Noises, Rocking Taco Cats, Hazel and Justin at Courthouse Gardens.
Thu, Sep 24
Nashville Style Writers Round with Keith Grounds, Daphne Eckman & Tim Kurtzberg
📍 49 West Coffeehouse, Winebar & Gallery
Nashville-style songwriters' round featuring Keith Grounds, Daphne Eckman, and Tim Kurtzberg. Reservations required.
Thu, Sep 24· 7pm-3pm (varies by date)
Bread and Puppet Presents: The Upside Down World Circus
📍 2640 Space
The legendary Bread & Puppet Circus returns with stilt dancers, oversized paper mâché beasts, and a brass band in this spectacular protest and celebration spectacle. Following each performance, famous
Thu, Sep 24· 7:00 PM
Unpopular Opinion
📍 PBR Baltimore
A live interactive presentation experience where bold performers take the stage to defend their hottest, funniest, and most controversial takes.
Thu, Sep 24· 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Our Town by Thornton Wilder
📍 The Colonial Players of Annapolis
The Colonial Players of Annapolis presents Thornton Wilder's classic play exploring life, community, and appreciation in a small town.
Thu, Sep 24· 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Charlie Brown show
📍 Compass Rose Theater
A theatrical production of Charlie Brown presented by Compass Rose Theater in Annapolis.
Thu, Sep 24· 6:30pm-9:00pm
Silent Book Club
📍 Old Major
A social book club where attendees bring their own books, enjoy food and drink, and participate in a silent reading hour followed by optional mingling with fellow book lovers.
Fri, Sep 25· 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Eric Byrd Trio
📍 Montpelier Arts Center
The internationally acclaimed Eric Byrd Trio performs dynamic straight-ahead jazz blending swing, bebop, gospel, and blues.
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