Thursday
Midweek Concert – Symphony Space-tacular: Star Wars and Beyond.
Prepare for an intergalactic experience featuring musical selections from “Star Wars,” “The Planets” and more while viewing images from outer space with narration by a NASA astronaut. Nov. 1-2, Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 10 and 11:30 a.m., $6.50, bsomusic.org
‘Charlotte’s Web’
Based on the book by E.B. White, the classic tale of a pig, a girl and a spider is brought to life on stage with a musical production highlighting the beauty of friendship and loyalty. Additional show dates available. Nov. 1-2, 10 a.m. and noon, $10/ticket (group rate), tobysdinnertheatre.com
DIY Día de los Muertos
There is nothing to be afraid of. Listen to canciones, make a traditional sugar skull and learn all about the Latin American Day of the Dead and you will understand why. Registration required. Ages 9 and up. Howard County Public Library, Elkridge Branch, 4:30-5:15 p.m., free, hclibrary.org
Friday
Movie with Orchestra: ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’
Immerse yourself in Tim Burton’s animated film in a whole new way, as you watch the film accompanied by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. Nov. 2 (8 p.m.) and Nov. 3 (3 p.m.), Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, $12.50-$65, bsomusic.org
Half-Price Friday Nights
All the fun for half the price. Spend any or every Friday night with 20,000- plus amazing aquatic animals at the National Aquarium. Sponsored by M&T Bank. Fridays, National Aquarium, 5-8 p.m., aqua.org
First Friday at the Maryland Science Center
The first Friday of every month means $10 admission to the Maryland Science Center. STEM activities and hands-on fun await you around every corner. Maryland Science Center, 5-8 p.m., $10, mdsci.org
Saturday
Sensory Morning at The Walters
Come an hour before the museum opens for smaller crowds, special activities and resources and a less stimulating visit specifically designed for children with sensory processing disorders and their families. Registration requested. Nov. 3-4, The Walters Art Museum, 9-11 a.m., free, thewalters.org
Opera in a Can: ‘The Three Little Pigs’
Towson University’s opera outreach program presents this well-known tale set to the music of Mozart. Fairy tale costumes encouraged. Creative activities for children offered between performances at 10:15 a.m. Towson University Center for the Arts, 9:30 and 11 a.m., $6, towson.edu
Pumpkin Chucking Weekend
Not sure what to do with your leftover jack-o-lanterns? Bring them to the farm and watch them fly. Using the farm’s special catapult, send your pumpkin soaring through the sky. Also enjoy animal visits, pony rides and one last hayride before the seasons change. Nov. 3-5, Clark’s Elioak Farm, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., $6, clarklandfarm.com
Double Dare LIVE.
Parents, don’t miss this chance to share a little of your childhood with your kids as the classic family game show brings its trivia, challenges and, of course, slime to town for a live show. UMBC Event Center, 3 and 7 p.m., $19-$84, umbceventcenter.com
Earth – We’re All on This Together – Reduce, Reuse, Re-circus
Staff from Port Discovery will lead participants through a circus of activity and performance while learning about important environmental issues. Robinson Nature Center, 2:30-3:30 p.m., free with general admission, howardcountymd.gov/RNC/programs
Sunday
Sensory Sensitive Sunday at Chuck E. Cheese
The first Sunday of every month, select Chuck E. Cheese locations open two hours early to provide a sensory-friendly experience. Amenities include softer music, dimmed lights and smaller crowds. First Sundays, 9-11 a.m., participating locations, chuckecheese.com
Music Box: Dinosaurs
Let’s sing, dance, and celebrate dinosaurs. Come along for an interactive, musical adventure performed by a brass quintet of BSO musicians. For ages 6 months-3 years. Gordon Center for Performing Arts, 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., $12/advance, $14/door, bsomusic.org
Free Family Sunday at the BMA
Every Sunday, grab your family and let your creative side express itself, as you create your own art with drop-in workshops related to museum pieces. Baltimore Museum of Art, 2-5 p.m., free, artbma.org
Wild World of Animals
Prepare to get up close and personal with a host of amazing animals. Animal advocate Grant Kemmerer and his mix of unique, entertaining and endangered animal friends are coming for a visit that will both educate and entertain. Amoss Center, 3 p.m., $10-$20, tickets.harford.edu