Django Jazz and Time-Traveling Musicals: Friday’s Best in Baltimore

Django Jazz and Time-Traveling Musicals: Your Friday Guide to Baltimore

Happy Friday, Baltimore! As we wrap up the final days of February 2026, the city is buzzing with a vibrant mix of international music, groundbreaking art, and high-energy theater. Whether you are looking for a soulful night of string jazz or a nostalgic trip through time at the Hippodrome, today offers plenty of reasons to get out and explore Charm City. Here is your curated guide to the best verified local events happening this Friday, February 27, 2026.

Live Music and Evening Performances

• 11th Annual Charm City Django Jazz Fest: Head to the Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA) for a night dedicated to the legacy of guitarist Django Reinhardt. This premier jazz event features a world-class lineup including Luca Pino, Natalie Hanna Mendoza, Tim Kliphuis, and the Hot Club of Baltimore with special guest trumpeter Sean Jones. Doors open at 7:00 PM for an 8:00 PM show. It is an evening of swing and virtuosity in one of the city’s most elegant settings.
• Back to the Future: The Musical: The 80s sci-fi classic comes to life on the stage of the historic Hippodrome Theatre. Follow Marty McFly and Doc Brown in this high-octane production featuring the movie’s iconic hits alongside new theatrical compositions. The performance begins at 8:00 PM and is a must-see for fans of the original film.
• Candlelight: A Tribute to Drake: Experience the chart-topping hits of Drake in a unique setting. The Listeso String Quartet will perform his music under the soft glow of thousands of candles at the Maryland Center for History and Culture. The performance begins at 8:45 PM, providing a multi-sensory musical experience.
• Lancelot Chimera at The Voxel: For those seeking something experimental, The Voxel hosts an immersive electroacoustic concerto for amplified bassoon and tape. Starting at 8:00 PM, this 45-minute performance uses multimedia effects, including fog and lights, to explore themes of chaos and transformation.

Public Exhibitions and Community Arts

• Amy Sherald: American Sublime: Take advantage of the Friday hours at the Baltimore Museum of Art to visit this landmark exhibition. Tracing the evolution of Baltimore-raised artist Amy Sherald, the gallery features 38 paintings that have redefined American portraiture, including her famous depictions of everyday Black life.
• Written In Stone: 150 Years of the Poe Monument: Visit the historic Carroll Mansion to see this original art exhibition by Jason Strutz. Presented by Poe Baltimore, the series traces the long and strange journey of Edgar Allan Poe’s monument. The exhibit is open today from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
• Teapots XI at Baltimore Clayworks: Ceramic art lovers can explore this curated exhibition of functional and sculptural teapots. It is a fantastic opportunity to see the work of talented regional and national artists in the heart of the Mount Washington neighborhood.

From the rhythmic swing of jazz to the quiet contemplation of historic art exhibits, Baltimore has a wealth of cultural offerings to close out the week. Enjoy the day and the vibrant local scene!