Thursday, May 14, 2026, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Grantchester Final Season Screening
Join us for an in person screening of Grantchester at the MPT studio! We will show the first episode of Grantchester's 11th and final season. Don't miss this sneak peek!
Concerts & Events
Concerts & Events
Maryland Public Television is excited to bring you a variety of in-person and virtual engagement activities throughout the year. From screenings, to trips, workshops, and more, we offer fun and educational opportunities to stay connected with our community. Be sure to check back often as we continue to add new and exciting events to our schedule.
Please direct any questions about other (non-concert) events to events@mpt.org.
ATTENTION CONCERT TICKET HOLDERS! All concert ticket questions should be directed to member services at 410-581-4292.
Saturday, June 13, 2026, 10:30am - 4pm
Ride the Rails in Western Maryland
Enjoy a beautiful ride on the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad including a chef-prepared lunch and a layover in Frostburg. Guests will also have an opportunity to chat with Robert Van Camp, creator and producer of the series Great Scenic Railway Journeys.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 7pm
Virtual Screening and Discussion: Independent Lens: The Tallest Dwarf
Join us for a virtual screening + discussion of Independent Lens’ The Tallest Dwarf on Tuesday, April 28 at 7pm. This event will feature a community-driven conversation in partnership with Little People of America.
March 1 - April 15, 2026
MPT Raffle
The MPT Foundation invites you to enter drawings to win multiple prizes, including a $10,000 grand prize. This year's raffle features a total of 55 prizes, some drawn as early bird prizes.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 7-9pm
Finding Your Roots: Irish Genealogy
Whether you've just discovered you have an Irish immigrant ancestor or are ready to research in Ireland, this two-hour genealogy session will provide lots of helpful guidance.
Thursday, March 19th at 7pm
Sneak Peek Screening of The Forsytes
The series chronicles the lives, loves, trials and triumphs of a wealthy Victorian era stockbroking family, whose generations find themselves torn between tradition and self-sacrifice versus personal happiness and the pursuit of love.
Finding Your Roots Season 12 Activities
Discover how MPT is engaging communities around this phenomenal season of Finding Your Roots — and explore events happening near you.
Saturday, April 25, 9am-3pm
Finding Your Roots: Semiquincentennial Storytelling
Join us at MPT for a special day-long, in-person workshop that bridges the gap between family archives and powerful storytelling.
May 1-8
MPT Online Auction
On behalf of Maryland Public Television (MPT), the MPT Foundation, Inc.* holds an online fundraising auction each year to raise needed funds that support the programming, broadcasting, and community outreach activities of MPT. We partner with dozens of Maryland-based businesses, artists, and creatives who donate their merchandise or services for auction.
The American Revolution
MPT is hosting a myriad of screenings and engagement events tied to Ken Burns' latest series.
JANUARY - JUNE 2026
Indie Lens Pop-Up w/ MPT
Enjoy free screenings and activities tied to another line-up of poignant documentaries from independent filmmakers in the PBS system. Virtual and in-person events all season!
Genealogy Workshops - ICYMI
Want to learn more about your family history, but don't know where to start? You can now see all of our past Genealogy Workshops on demand. Click the link below to find a workshop that's right for you.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
MPT Station Tours
Station Tours are back! Learn about MPT's history and get an inside look at current TV technology. Groups will have the opportunity to tour our three studios, master control, the core, and more.
Past Events
Take a look at some of the great events MPT has provided in the past. See something you'd like to do again? Just email events@mpt.org and let us know!