As the Baltimore region gears up for a lively weekend packed with Easter festivities, art events, and music, one name seems to be on everyone’s lips: Cardi B. The Grammy-nominated rapper, known for her bold style and chart-topping hits, is in the midst of her highly anticipated Little Miss Drama tour, making a series of high-profile stops across North America, including Boston and Baltimore. But the excitement isn’t limited to the concert halls—families, art lovers, and foodies alike have a full slate of events to choose from as April unfolds in Maryland and beyond.
For those seeking family-friendly activities, Baltimore’s calendar is brimming with options. The Maryland Zoo is hosting its annual Bunny Bonanzoo egg hunt from Friday, April 3 to Sunday, April 5, 2026, where children can search for eggs, meet the Easter Bunny, and enjoy a live bubble show, crafts, and carnival games. According to The Baltimore Sun, “Registration is required to participate in the egg hunts,” and the event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, rain or shine. If you miss the zoo’s festivities, Druid Hill Park is offering its own Parks & People egg hunt on Saturday, April 4, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., ensuring no child misses out on the fun.
The B&O Railroad Museum is also joining the celebration with an egg hunt and train ride on the morning of April 4. Families can enjoy breakfast with the Easter Bunny and then hop aboard a post-hunt train ride, with prices ranging from $17 to $45. Meanwhile, The Farmyard in Parkton is hosting its annual Easter Egg Hunt, complete with crafts, an educational hayride, and a calf feeding demonstration, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday. For a more active morning, the 18th annual Donate Life Family Fun Run at Camden Yards encourages participants to walk or run in support of organ, eye, and tissue donation, with entry fees between $40 and $50.
But it’s not just about Easter eggs and bunny ears. Art lovers can catch the final showing of Sanzi Kermes’ “Window Dressing” at Goucher Art Galleries, a thought-provoking exhibition that “uses wedding gowns to question traditions of gender, ritual, and the cultural weight we assign to clothing,” as described by the gallery. The installation is visible 24/7 from outside unless the campus is closed, and admission is free.
Friday evening brings the First Friday Art Walk in Highlandtown, one of Baltimore’s vibrant arts districts. From 5 to 9 p.m., visitors can explore galleries like Creative Alliance and ARTiques at 3522, enjoy food and drink specials at local restaurants, and soak in the creative energy of the neighborhood. For those looking to get outdoors, the Irvine Nature Center in Owings Mills opens its 211-acre property to the public for free on Fridays, offering more than eight miles of trails for exploration.
Saturday is a big day for music fans, with not one but two major events drawing crowds. At Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts in Annapolis, the Candlelight concert series returns with two performances: the Listeso String Quartet takes on Taylor Swift’s hits at 6 p.m., followed by a throwback set featuring songs by the Beatles and Queen at 8:45 p.m. Tickets range from $40 to $76.50, making it a perfect evening for fans of both modern pop and classic rock.
Meanwhile, all eyes are on CFG Bank Arena in Baltimore, where Cardi B brings her Little Miss Drama tour to town on Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. The tour has already generated plenty of buzz—not just for Cardi B’s energetic performances, but for her headline-grabbing fashion choices. According to Billboard, Cardi B, whose real name is Belcalis Almanzar, “was born in New York City and raised in the Bronx.” She first gained fame as a reality star on VH1’s ‘Love & Hip-Hop: New York’ in 2015, before making her musical debut on Shaggy’s ‘Boom Boom’ remix and releasing her breakout album ‘Invasion of Privacy’ in April 2018.
Cardi B’s recent shows have been as much about spectacle as sound. In Toronto on March 30, she appeared in an Atelier Biser bodysuit and a dramatic, floor-length black faux fur coat, styled by Kollin Carter. The coat’s oversized silhouette and high, structured collar created a “massive, cloud-like” effect, while her sparkly emerald-green bodysuit and silver lace-up boots completed the look. Her hair, styled by Tokyo Stylez and Kendrasboutique, featured a rainbow gradient—from yellow and neon green to deep royal blue—framing her face in a mid-length bob with soft curls. The next day in Hamilton, she donned a cobalt blue and silver bodysuit with a geometric halter structure, matching her hair’s gradient of royal blue, green, and platinum blonde.
Fans in Boston get their own taste of Cardi B’s showmanship on Thursday, April 2, as she takes the stage at TD Garden, 100 Legends Way. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m., and while tickets are still available, they don’t come cheap—prices range from $304 to $1,063, according to Ticketmaster and resale sites. Her setlist is expected to include hits like “Bodak Yellow,” “I Like It,” “WAP,” “Girls Like You,” “Up,” and more. As USA TODAY notes, “Cardi B has become a household name when it comes to hip-hop,” with a musical journey that began with three mixtapes and a leap from reality television to superstardom.
Of course, Cardi B’s personal life has also made headlines lately. During the 2025-2026 NFL season, she dated former New England Patriot Stefon Diggs, but the two reportedly broke up after the Patriots’ Super Bowl loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Still, her focus now is squarely on her music and her fans, as she continues to fill arenas across the continent.
Beyond the big names, Baltimore’s weekend offers plenty of local flavor. The Anne Arundel County Farmers’ Market launches its spring hours this Saturday, offering fresh produce and goods from regional farms and artisans. Meadowbrook Park in Ellicott City hosts Kid’s Fest for children ages 2-12, featuring sports, dancing, inflatable obstacle courses, and—naturally—an egg hunt, with admission between $8 and $10.
And for those seeking a more laid-back Sunday, Max’s Taphouse in Baltimore’s Fells Point is tapping its final keg of Resurrection Ale, the flagship brew from The Brewer’s Art, which closed earlier this year. The event runs from 11:30 a.m. to midnight, though the bar asks that no patrons under 21 enter after 5 p.m.
Looking ahead, music lovers can mark their calendars for May 28, when Pier Six Pavilion will host an all-Baltimore music celebration featuring Future Islands, Dan Deacon, and Ed Schrader’s Music Beat. Tickets go on sale April 3. International superstar Shakira will also bring her “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran” world tour to CFG Bank Arena on July 6, with tickets available starting April 9.
Whether you’re hunting for eggs, art, or the next big concert, the Baltimore region—and the East Coast at large—offers a vibrant mix of tradition and modern flair this April. And with Cardi B’s star power lighting up the stage, it’s a weekend that promises memories for fans of all ages.