Event CALENDAR
Howard County has so much to offer when it comes to locally sponsored activities. Stay connected with the Howard County, Maryland community by getting involved with the community.
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KidSpace Adventure Day!
When schools are out, join us for a day of games, arts and crafts, swimming, and hours of fun active play!
Merriweather Tree Lighting and Ice Rink Opening
Itβs the Merri-est time of the year! Save the date for Merriweather's Annual Tree Lighting celebration and opening on the ice rink.
Zaching Running Festival
The Zaching Against Cancer Running Festival features a crowd favorite after party with a live band, oysters, bloody marys, beer garden and much more!
DTC Turkey Trot
Join fellow turkey lovers, runners, walkers and friends for an appetite-inducing morning of good-natured competition.
Santa Brunch at Alexandra's Restaurant
Enjoy brunch with Santa on Sundays at Alexandraβs Restaurant in Turf Valley!
Midnight Madness on Main Street
Find your holiday happiness on Main Street in Old Ellicott City!
Festive Fridays
Festive Friday Family Fun Returns to the Downtown Columbia Lakefront this December!
The Santa Project
It's almost that time of year again! For two weekends, Santa and his elves will be in town to visit your home with goody bags for all the little ones and ready to take photos with your family!
Breakfast With Santa for Grassroots
Santa will visit with youngsters, their parents and guardians at βBreakfast with Santaβ on Dec. 7 and Dec. 14, 8-9:30 a.m., at Seasons 52 restaurant at The Mall in Columbia!
Breakfast Snacks with Santa
Enjoy breakfast snacks with Santa at The Other Barn, along with some fun holiday crafts. Choose one of two seatings, 9:00 or 9:45 a.m.
The Pearl Holiday Soiree
Save the date for the 18th annual holiday soiree at THE pearl spa! Enjoy holiday treats, extraordinary savings, gifts with purchase and membership opportunities all day long.
Family Night at the Giving Machine
New this year, Mondays are Family Night at the Giving Machine Maryland!
Columbia Orchestra Winter Family Concert
There is no better way to spend a chilly day than with the orchestra!
Howard Pickleball Cup 2024
Get ready for a fun day on the courts! You can be a seasoned Pickleball player or a beginner looking to learn the sport. It's perfect for all levels and supports two local Howard County Foundations.
The Howard County Veterans Day Parade & Celebration
Itβs the tenth annual Howard County Veterans Day Parade & Celebration! This event is an opportunity to celebrate our countyβs more than 20,000 veterans and their families, honoring their profound dedication and service to our country.
Teen Halloween Skate at the Ice Rink
The Columbia Ice rink invites you to join in on the Halloween!
Okoberfest 5 Miler
Join us for the 2024 Oktoberfest 5-Miler presented by Altra in Howard County! Celebrate this fall tradition with great swag and an awesome post-race party at Lost Ark Distilling Co.!
Girls Night Out
Come as you are or dress in your best costumed attire and wander through the shops at Savage Mill with a glass of wine or a macabre mocktail!
Fall for All
This family-friendly, free event at Howard County Community College is a perfect time to explore HCC's campus and enjoy fall festivities!
Hops & Harvest Festival
Enjoy MD Beers, Wines, Spirits, Artisans, Live Entertainment, Local Food, Games & More!
And Action: Dance and Movie Night
Join the fun at Color Burst Park to say farewell to summer and welcome cozy fall movie nights with a screening of Despicable Me at Colorburst Park!
2024 YPN Summit
This year's Young Professionals Network conference from the Howard County Chamber features three highly successful keynotes: Alan Guyan (Founder & CEO, Made Plus Inc.), Wayne Dorsey (Founder & President, The Safe Ride Foundation), and Monica Blakely (Founder & CEO, Passion for Ezra).
Blossoms of Hope The Santa Project Happy Hour
Get in the holiday spriti this year and join the Blossoms of Hope Santa Project Happy Hour! This is your chance to learn more about The Santa Project and how you can make a difference this holiday season.
Brian Culbertson with Special Guests Cindy Bradley & Brian Lenair
Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center Foundation Board Presents: Brian Culbertson with Special Guests Cindy Bradley & Brian Lenair. Tickets are on sale now!
Zaching Bull & Oyster Roast
Join Zaching to cheer on the Baltimore Ravens at the first Bull & Oyster Roast!
Academy of St Martin in the Fields, chamber ensemble
The Academy of St Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble, known for their "splendid playing, impeccable sound, and balance" (Gramophone), will make their much-anticipated debut at Chamber Music Maryland.
Johns Hopkins Howard Medical Center Foundation Fundraiser at Smyth Jewelers
Support Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center Foundation with a day of shopping at Smyth Jewelers!
Zoo BOO!
Celebrate the fall season with the Zoo BOO! festival! This yearβs festivities will span several weekends throughout the month of October and is FREE with Zoo admission or membership!
Columbia Classic 10k
Registration is now open for the inaugural Columbia Classic 10K, brought to you by Columbia Association (CA), Downtown Columbia Partnership, Howard County Striders, Feet First and Rip It Events!
CA Residents can save 15% off the registration fee by using promo code βCARUNS15β
The LMF Foundation 1st Annual Fall Fest
Join the Lea Marie Farone Foundation at their first annual Fall Fest, featuring small animal cuddling, a pumpkin patch, yummy boxed lunches, raffles, and more!
Wilde Lake Fall Festival
Join #VibrantWildeLake on Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 11am-3pm at Wilde Lake Park for the annual Fall Festival!
Beer, Bourbon, and Bags
Blossoms of Hopeβs Beer, Bourbon and Bags event is back again! Featuring live music, games, a Silent Auction and mouthwatering appetizers β itβs a fun, let-your-hair-down evening for everyone 21 and older.
Small Biz...Big Future
Running a small business isn't easy. While marketing feels like a heavy load to lift, this program will help you to get ahead! We'll discuss how to reach new customers, maintain relationships, manage resources, decide when to outsource, and more.
Oktoberfest Kickoff Party at Bierbath!
Join in an unforgettable Oktoberfest celebration! Enjoy a day in a Cologne-style beer hall experience filled with all you can drink authentic German beers, delicious food, live entertainment, and a festive atmosphere!
Over the Edge for Special Olympics Maryland - Howard County
Be a part of Howard Countyβs HIGHEST event ever and go Over The Edge for Special Olympics Maryland β Howard County. Rappelers will descend 12 stories of the highest building in Howard County and all funds raised support Special Olympics Maryland β Howard County!
Howard County Chamber Signature Event
You are cordially invited to join the #HoCoChamber for our annual Signature Event! This year, gala attendees will gather at Belmont Manor for a formal Regency Era-inspired "Night on the Ton."
MD Dance Project: Open House!
Come check out MD DANCE PROJECT's OPEN HOUSE! Try out Demo Classes for $10/class! Meet their Directors, Youth Program Faculty, & Admin Team. Tour our brand new studio, boasting 4,300+ sq ft and two large studios, Enter raffles & giveaways!
Sunflower Design and Bouquet Making Workshop
Design your own vase filled with summerβs star bloom, sunflowers while enjoying lovely Maryβs Land Farm!
Gaver Farm Fall Fun Fest
Celebrate the vibrant colors and crisp air of autumn at the Fall Fun Festival at Gaver Farm! Featuring over 65 exciting attractions for a day of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories.
You Salon Summer Palooza!
Join You Salonβs Summer Palooza for mini facials, botox, permanent jewelry, food, drinks and so much more!
MD Dance Project - Class Demo
30 Minute Demo Classes on August 7th where dancers will experience a shortened version of what youth classes will be like at MDDP!
Prix Fixe Dinner & Show with Grammy Winner & Local Beekeeper Lorenza Ponce!
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, farm-to-table dining, and community support at the Merriweather Lakehouse Hotel on August 5th!
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