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.
Blossoms of Hope Plein Air to Prepare
During this month-long Plein Air experience, artists of all ages and experience levels are invited to draw inspiration and create art from the beauty of Howard County's blossoming Kwanzan cherry, Native Dogwood and redbud trees.
Columbia SportsPark Midnight Mini Golf
Calling all fun-loving adults aged 21 and above – come join the excitement at Columbia SportsPark!
Your ticket grants you access to a night filled with unlimited mini golf, cornhole, horseshoes, frisbee golf, lawn darts, and a bunch more. And when you need a breather, kick back under our spacious pavilions for some chill time and socializing. Admission is a steal at $15 per ticket and trust us, it's worth every penny!
And did we mention the food trucks? So, mark your calendars and round up your friends and/or special date for a night you won't forget!
Blossoms of Hope Pink Greens Golf Tournament
The Pink Greens Golf Tournament will be held on Thursday, May 9 at Turf Valley Resort with an 11:00 a.m. shotgun start.
Adult Swim: THE Queen Experience
Celebrate and honor divine motherhood with an enchanting garden tea and swim ceremony fit for a queen!
Books In Bloom 2024
The eighth annual Books in Bloom at Color Burst Park in the Merriweather District is back on May 11, 2024! Don’t miss out on award-winning, fan-favorite authors and this multigenerational and lumticultural community event.
Imani Winds: Candlelight Concert Series
IMANI WINDS is coming to the Candlelight Concert Society!
Make Your Own Charm Necklace Class
Join Loud Beads on May 18 at Bushel and a Peck Kitchen & Bar for a ✨Make Your Own Charm Necklace Class✨! 🤩
🌸 The first two people to use the promo code CHARMED18 will receive 10% off the class ticket price!
Poolside Pearl Pilates
The Pearl is bringing their famous Pearl Pilates to the Merriweather Lakehouse’s rooftop pool and lounge this June!
LIVE DJ DANCE CLASS
DANCE FOR CAUSE! With our LIVEDJ workout class featuring MOMS IN MOTION! Hosted by The Columbia Mom & Merriweather District. Fundraiser for: RARE OLIVE and ZACHING AGAINST CANCER.
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 “CARUNS15”
Roots for the Future
Join the Columbia Corps, your friends, and neighbors for the Hopewell Park Tree Planting event!
LIVING THE DREAM GALA
Join us for the ANNUAL ZACHING GALA as we celebrate life & continue raising funds for our cancer community!
Popup Dance Class
Join us for our next MOMS IN MOTION popup dance class! led by the amazing Jade Jawish, & hosted by Claire Duarte - The Columbia Mom & The Pearl.
Earth Day Celebration at Colorburst Park
Celebrate Earth Day with music, interactive activities, and giveaways at Color Burst Park in the Merriweather District. Join the festivities and show your commitment to green living.
Tank and the Bangas with the Howard County Youth Orchestra
The popular yearly collaboration with the Merriweather Arts and Culture Center and Howard County Youth Orchestra will star the Grammy-award nominated Tank and the Bangas on Sunday, April 21. This amazing NOLA-based band, who will share the stage with inspirational student musicians! Get your tickets today!
Holi 2024 Celebration & Color Fun Run/Walk
Experience the joy of Holi with a colorful run/walk followed by a dance party. Join the festivities and embrace the spirit of togetherness and fun. Located at Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods
SpringFest 2024
SpringFest 2024 in Old Ellicott City brings the promise of spring, great family fun and a day you don’t want to miss.
Mark your calendars and plan to have a fantastic time enjoying two outdoor stages, food trucks, artisan crafts, kids activities, beer/wine gardens and our awesome historic eclectic town with 80+ shops, restaurants and more. The fun starts at noon!
Blossoms of Hope Open House
Stop by to see what Blossoms of Hope is all about! Light appetizers from Cured, Glory Days, The Collective Offshore and Xenia. Beer, wine and sodas will be available.
APOGEE EVENT
Apogee HoCo - Informative Meeting for Parents: Q&A and Meet the FoundersSaturday March 30 from 10:00am-12pmElkridge Library - Grist Mill
Passion for Ezra Easter Bunny Experience
The Bunny outdoor work shop in Olney/Rockville, this is 20 mins from Columbia.
There are a lot of bunnies out there, but you know with us you get an Easter Bunny Experience!
The sessions are only $65 each session- per Family! Each session includes 10 minutes of private time with The Easter Bunny to take pictures, talk to etc. You will receive the two best digital photos chosen by the photographer (with a week processing time)- during this time you can also take your own pictures as well.
Dates available: March 2 10-2pm, March 3 10-2pm, March 9 10-2pm, March 10 10-2pm, March 16 10-2pm, March 17 10-2pm
You can also get a personalized Bunny Bag stuffed with personalized stuffed peep and toms of candy and fun stuff for the kids! They are $30 each, only $25 of when added to Easter Bunny photos.
Send a message here to register: https://www.facebook.com/Passionforezra
Possibilities Conference
POSSIBILITIES CONFERENCE!
A "Party With a Purpose," Possibilities Conference not only encourages and inspires women, but gives them neuroscience-based tools for creating a life they love. If you're stressed, overwhelmed, or just stuck and unsure of your next step, we're here to help you flourish in every chapter. Join us for a day of inspirational speakers, delicious food, new friends, a raffle, and even more!
Event Date: March 02, 2024
Event Time: 9:00 AM
Event Location: 7246 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, Maryland 21045, United States
To learn more & register, go HERE
Moms In Motion Pop-up Class!
𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗳𝘂𝗻 𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗮!?
Get ready to sweat and dance your heart out with @momsinmotion_ pop-up class! This class is designed to get your heart pumping and your body moving with a fun and energetic cardio dance workout. Instructor Jade will guide you through a series of easy-to-follow dance routines set to upbeat trendy music. You’ll be having so much fun, you won’t even realize you’re getting a great workout! This class is perfect for all fitness levels, so come join us and let’s get our dance on!
WHEN: FRIDAY 2/23
TIME: 6:00PM
WHERE: THE Pearl Spa
ADDRESS: 10275 Little Patuxent Pkwy Suite 102, Columbia, MD
TIX: $20 —> Purchase tickets HERE!
No dance experience is required!
Hi! My name is Jade Jawish, the Founder of Moms in Motion!
I've always had a passion for health and fitness, but more specifically dance! I was a former NFL Cheerleader and traveled overseas to multiple countries performing for our military troops. I currently choreograph for NFL, MSAL, and MLL dance teams. I am also an instructor for power yoga and a competitive gymnastic coach. I have two wonderful children and reside on Kent Island with my husband. As a SAHM, it's important to have "me" time and I wanted to get back into dance. I gathered some of my mommy friends in my garage to have a fun workout and unwind. With the encouragement of my best girlfriends, Moms in Motion was born! I love getting to share what brings me happiness and joy. Sometimes, we all just need some girltime fun! Let's Shake It, Have Fun & Skip Bedtime!
Lunar New Year Celebrations
Lunar New Year Celebrations!
Lion dance at 1pm, live music, delicious Asian food, story time for children, paper lantern & dragon making, red envelope drawings, and raffle prizes
Event Date: February 17, 2024
Event Time: 1:00 PM
Event Location: 5550 Sterrett Pl, 103, Columbia, MD 21044, United States
MUSICAL MENAGERIE
Musical Menagerie: A Thrilling Concert Experience For All Ages!
Saturday February 17, At 10:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.
Conducted By Victoria Gau
Location Jim Rouse Theatre
You don’t want to miss this enchanting concert celebrating the wonders of the orchestra and the magic of music. Perfect for music lovers of all ages. The Orchestra, under the direction of our guest conductor, Vicki Gau, along with our friends from Dance Connections and, ever popular narrator, Greg Jukes, will take us to the Carnival of the Animals for an experience of swan swims, royal marches, dinosaur bones. The audience will raise the roof by singing some popular songs from Moana and, in the Thrill of the Orchestra meet instruments from the strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion sections. Share this fun adventure with your whole family!
TICKETS:
Adult: $20
Student: $10
Child (12 & under): Free
To purchase tickets, go HERE!
LUNAR NEW YEAR!
U.S. Jow Ga Martial Arts will be performing a Traditional Chinese Lion Dance at Gong Cha Ellicott City to celebrate the Lunar New Year!
Event Location: 8450 Baltimore National Pike, STE 142, Ellicott City, Maryland 21043, United States
Vintage V-DAY Celebration
We are excited to invite you to our Vintage Valentine's Day Celebration on February 10th from 10am - 4pm. Join us for refreshments, give-a-ways, sales and more!
Shop St. John’s Jewelers’ Valentines Sale, February 8th – 14th. The entire store will be up 50% off. This is a great time to buy a Valentine’s Day gift, birthday gift or treat for yourself!
Sale does not apply to repairs, appraisals, or custom orders.
TO LEARN MORE, CHECK OUT: http://stjohnsjewelers.com
Cupid's Undie Run 2024!
Cupid's Undie Run 2024
Registration is open for our 2024 events! Every February, thousands of undie runners in cities across the U.S. come together, whether it be in-person or virtually, to support those affected by NF, a group of genetic conditions that cause tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body.
Cupid’s Undie Run kicks off with drinking and dancing, then we jog it out with a mile(ish) run and end it all with an epic dance party!
WHEN: FEBRUARY 3, 2024
TIME: 12:00 PM-4:00 PMRUN STARTS AROUND 2 PM
WHERE: Ryleigh's Oyster22 w Padonia Road, Lutherville-Timonium
WHAT: A PARTY & FUN RUN IN YOUR UNDIES, ALL FOR CHARITY
To join our team, register for the race, and/or DONATE, click HERE!
Howard County Restaurant Week 2024
HoCo Restaurant Week 2024 is not just about great food—it's also about supporting local businesses and building community. The event encourages patrons to explore new restaurants, fostering a sense of discovery and appreciation for the county's diverse dining options.
Cupid's Undie Run: HAPPY HOUR!
OUR FIRST HAPPY HOUR OF THE NEW YEAR!
And this time we’re partnering with CUPID 💘 UNDIE RUN 🏃🏻♂️!
WHEN: Thurs Jan 11th
TIME: 5-7pm
WHERE: Walrus Oyster and Ale House
📍 Columbia Mall
💘 Be sure to show this flyer! And 10% of the sales will go towards our 2024 NF fundraiser!
Feel free to bring a friend, and/or register to run the race with us Feb 3rd at Ryleigh’s Oyster 🦪 in Timinoum, MD! 🥳🏃🏻♂️💨💘
I did the race last year and it was such a fun event! NO you do not have to be in your underwear! (For this HH or the race !)
Both these events are benefiting the Children’a Tumor Foundation, for:
❤️ NEUROFIBROMATOSIS (NF): A GENETIC TUMOR CONDITION THAT IMPACTS 1IN EVERY 2000 BIRTHS
“ It’s a condition that causes tumors to form in the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Neurofibromatosis is usually noncancerous. Type 1 can cause bone deformities, learning disabilities, and high blood pressure. Type 2 can cause hearing loss, vision loss, and difficulty with balance. Type 3 can cause chronic pain throughout the body. Some cases may not require treatment other than careful observation. Other cases may require chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or surgery. “
THE GIVING MACHINE
The GIVING MACHINE is coming to Columbia Mall Dec 6-17! Be a part of this wonderful way to give back this holiday season!
TO LEARN MORE: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/light-the-world/giving-machines
Christmas Tree Lighting
The holiday season is a time for family, friends, and cherished traditions. Downtown in Howard County, there is a Christmas tree lighting ceremony. This is also the same time of year when the ice rink in the Merriweather District opens for the season. Join the community and come together to light the Christmas tree and unveil the opening of the ice rink. Details are below:
November 17th from 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Details about the event can be found here. Look forward to seeing everyone there!
Rocky in Concert
https://www.ticketmaster.com/rocky-in-concert-with-baltimore-symphony-columbia-maryland-09-13-2023/event/15005E56E6425C81
Midsummer Bash
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/macc-midsummer-bash-celebrating-the-20th-anniversary-of-save-merriweather-tickets-633612541167?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
GOOD KIDIZEN
Calling all Good Kidizens! Join us for a summer program full of entertainment and education for kids every other Saturday in Color Burst Park from 10 AM- 12 PM. Enjoy a series of events that highlight the importance of kindness, inclusion, creativity, empathy, sustainability, and learning!
https://merriweatherdistrict.com/calendar-event/?event=1eehbf0hmmrhipkenj34mndv77
Merriweather Movie Nights
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/merriweather-arts-and-culture-center-20104364284
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