Bundle up — January in Baltimore is peak “let’s go to a show” season, especially if you love sweaty club sets, bassy late nights, and discovering new favorites downtown.
Baltimore Soundstage: Eclectic, up close & loud
Friday, January 9: Balloonerism Tour — Come Back To Earth: Mac Miller Live Band Tribute
A full-band tribute that leans into the musicianship and emotion — equal parts sing-along and heartfelt celebration.
Friday, January 16: Electric Feels — Indie Rock + Electronic Dance Party (18+)
An indie-dance party night built for people who want to jump, groove, and shout the chorus back at the DJ.
Saturday, January 17: Dead Again (Type O Negative Tribute) with Issues (Korn Tribute), Kill The Master (Cliff-era Metallica Tribute)
A dark-and-heavy tribute triple feature — dramatic riffs, big nostalgia energy, and lots of headbanging.
Monday, January 19: Dark Winter Tour — Lord of the Lost + The Birthday Massacre + Wednesday 13
A theatrical, goth-leaning lineup with big stage personas and a fanbase that shows up dressed for the occasion.
Tuesday, January 20: Don Broco with Dropout Kings, sace6
High-octane rock with bounce, swagger, and a crowd that doesn’t believe in standing still.
Friday, January 23: Pigeons Playing Ping Pong with Houseplant
Funk party mode: ON — expect grooves, smiles, and a room full of people dancing like it’s July.
Saturday, January 24: Pigeons Playing Ping Pong with Uncle Kunkel’s One Gram Band
Night two keeps the funky train rolling — great if you missed Friday or want the full double-dip.
Wednesday, January 28: Meet Me @ The Altar — Worried Sick Tour with Pollyanna
Bright, punchy pop-punk with big hooks and “scream the lyrics with strangers” energy.
Friday, January 30: HiScore Presents: Poké-Rave (18+)
A themed rave night where EDM meets fandom — playful, chaotic, and very photo-friendly.
Saturday, January 31: Disturbin The Peace 2026 (festival-style lineup incl. Hatebreed, End It, Agnostic Front, and more)
An all-day heavy showcase stacked with hardcore and punk — the kind of lineup that turns January into a workout.
For tickets and more details, visit our Baltimore Soundstage Events Page.
Power Plant Live!: Big crowds & party-forward performances
Friday, January 23: Brainrack B2B Shizz Lo — “Dial Up” Tour (Mosaic Ultra Lounge)
Late-night, club-forward electronic energy — for the “I’m not leaving before midnight” crowd.
Saturday, January 31: Sea of Sorrow (Angels Rock Bar) with Bliss • The Lost Frequencies • Wild Flower
A rock-night lineup in a bar setting — casual, loud, and perfect for a friend-group night out.
For more information, visit our Power Plant Live! Events Page.
CFG Bank Arena & Nevermore Hall: Prepping for February
During January, CFG Arena is keeping busy with a visit from Monster Jam (January 16-18) – and getting ready for a busy February including Disney on Ice (February 5-8), Treaty Oak Revival (February 12), New Edition (February 14), and the return of the CIAA Tournament.
Nevermore Hall is also quiet during January but has a lot on the books later in the year, including shows from Monaleo (February 16), Descendents (February 20) and Ghostface Killah (February 21).
For tickets and more details, visit our CFG Bank Arena Events Page and our Nevermore Hall Events Page.
Easy Parking Downtown
Before heading downtown for live music – or anything else – make a plan, including figuring out where to park. Located at 55 Market Place, Harbor Park Garage is conveniently located just a few steps from downtown Baltimore’s best music venues. It’s easy to access via major routes in and out of the city and parking spots can be prebooked, making your trip downtown even easier.
Baltimore Region: Beyond the Inner Harbor
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