Spoken Word, Waterfront Markets, and Broadway Glamour in Baltimore Today

Friday’s Top Cultural Picks

Welcome to Friday, February 6, 2026. Baltimore’s arts and culture scene is in full bloom today, offering a wide variety of experiences ranging from high-energy arena shows to intimate spoken word performances. Whether you are looking to support local artisans or catch a world-class theatrical production, Charm City has plenty to offer this evening.

Theatrical Highlights and Spoken Word

At the M&T Bank Exchange, the evening belongs to poets and storytellers with the event “Words, Wings, and Wine.” This unique showcase features renowned poets Steven Willis and Ayanna Florence for a night that blends spoken word, comedy, and live music. A special highlight includes a 2-by-3 feet painting that will be created live on stage and raffled off to an audience member at the end of the night. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and the show begins at 8:00 p.m.

For fans of the stage, the Hippodrome Theatre continues its glamorous run of “The Great Gatsby.” This Broadway musical adaptation brings the Jazz Age to life with a contemporary score and stunning excess. Additionally, the Everyman Theatre presents the play “Dawn” by Tuyet Thi Phạm, a production that is part of their 35th-anniversary season celebration of stories built specifically for the Baltimore community.

Community Markets and Family Fun

If you prefer a casual evening of shopping and strolling, head down to Rash Field Park at 201 Key Highway for the 2026 Baltimore Craft & Vendor Market. This multi-day waterfront celebration brings together local artisans, fashion designers, and makers. It is an ideal spot to discover unique handmade goods while enjoying the views of the Inner Harbor.

Families can enjoy the spectacle of “Disney on Ice: Frozen & Encanto” at the CFG Bank Arena. The show features world-class ice skating and acrobatics, bringing the beloved characters of Arendelle and the Madrigal family to life in the heart of downtown.

Nightlife and Art Exhibitions

• United We Dance:

  Baltimore Soundstage hosts “The Ultimate Rave Experience,” an 18+ event starting at 9:00 p.m. for those looking for a high-energy dance floor.

• Trevor Noah:

  The celebrated comedian performs his “Off The Record” tour at the Lyric tonight at 8:00 p.m.

• Ouroboros at MICA:

  Visit the Meyerhoff Gallery at the Maryland Institute College of Art to see this Bicentennial exhibition exploring the relationship between the school and the city.

• Sacraments at Creative Alliance:

  The gallery hosts the opening night of this feminist art exhibition starting at 6:00 p.m., examining rites of passage through an artistic lens.