This weekend leans into Baltimore’s arts scene with theater, gallery openings and literary events across the city. Start Friday with experimental puppet theater or a new exhibition opening. Then spend Saturday at the CityLit Festival or explore sculptural works at Creative Alliance. Film screenings at the Maryland Film Festival round out the weekend with stories on screen.
Friday
The End of the World Never Minding Show, 2640 Space, 2640 St. Paul St., 7 p.m.
Bread & Puppet Theater brings its large-scale puppet performance to Baltimore for an evening of experimental theater and live music. The show blends political themes, oversized puppets and choral elements into a visually driven performance. Tickets are $20.
Mixed Perception Opening Reception, Atrium Artspace, 2029 Maryland Ave., 6–9 p.m.
Atrium Artspace celebrates its second anniversary with the opening of Mixed Perception, a group exhibition featuring work from multiple contemporary artists. The show highlights a range of styles and mediums, with artists exploring themes of perspective and visual interpretation. Admission is free.
Saturday
CityLit Festival, location and times vary
Baltimore’s annual CityLit Festival returns for a full day of panels, readings and workshops featuring writers from across the region and beyond. The event includes sessions on craft, publishing and storytelling, along with a literary marketplace featuring small presses and local authors. Admission is free.
Monsters and Moons, Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave., 12–5 p.m.
This solo exhibition by Baltimore artist Tiffany Lange features sculptural characters inspired by folklore, personal narrative and spiritual symbolism. The figures shift between playful and unsettling, inviting viewers to reflect on themes of power, protection and vulnerability. Admission is free.
Sunday
Maryland Film Festival Screenings, SNF Parkway Theatre, 5 W. North Ave., times vary
The Maryland Film Festival continues through Sunday with screenings, filmmaker talks and special events at the SNF Parkway Theatre and venues across the city. The annual festival features new films, short programs and live discussions that highlight emerging and established filmmakers. Single screening tickets start at $20.
