Baltimore Mayor to Deliver Annual State of the City Address

Maryland Governor to introduce Mayor Brandon Scott at tonight's event

Apr. 1, 2026 at 1:12am

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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott will deliver his sixth annual State of the City address on Tuesday evening. Maryland Governor Wes Moore will introduce Scott at the event, which will take place at Center Stage in Baltimore.

Why it matters

The State of the City address is an important annual event where the mayor outlines the city's priorities, challenges, and achievements for the year ahead. As a major city in Maryland, Baltimore's political and economic health has significant implications for the entire state.

The details

Mayor Scott's State of the City address will cover a range of topics impacting Baltimore, from public safety and economic development to education and infrastructure. The event will be streamed live starting at 6 p.m. local time.

  • Mayor Scott will deliver the State of the City address on Tuesday, April 1, 2026.
  • The event will begin at 6 p.m. local time in Baltimore.

The players

Brandon Scott

The current mayor of Baltimore, Maryland, who will be delivering the State of the City address.

Wes Moore

The governor of Maryland, who will be introducing Mayor Scott at the event.

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What they’re saying

“The State of the City address is an important opportunity for the mayor to share his vision and priorities for Baltimore.”

— Brandon Scott, Mayor of Baltimore

What’s next

Following the State of the City address, Mayor Scott and Governor Moore are expected to hold a joint press conference to further discuss the city's plans and initiatives.

The takeaway

As Baltimore continues to navigate challenges ranging from public safety to economic development, the annual State of the City address provides an important platform for the mayor to outline his agenda and engage with the community.