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HoCo Festival Oct 11 - Raise Your Glass to Neighbor Ride’s 15 Years of Service @ Manor Hill Brewing Enjoy a craft beer tasting and BBQ at Manor Hill Brewing and join Neighbor Ride in helping local seniors stay connected to the people, resources, and…

HoCo Events and Festivals Oct 1 - The Mental Mysteries of Dan Eckert @ Manor Hill Tavern Oct 2 - Oktoberfest Kickoff @ Ellicott Mills Brewing Company Oct 4 - Farm and Forage Feast @ Elkridge Furnace Inn & Garden House Oct 4 - First Friday @ Manor…

Howard County is known for their farms and farm to table restaurants. From visiting The Enchanted Forest in Clark's Elioak Farm to having dinner at Elkridge Furnace Inn, there's no wrong way to celebrate farming in HoCo! Farms & Farmers Markets…

It just so happens that the first ever Lakefront Film Festival will be coinciding with Howard County’s Summer Restaurant Weeks! With all of these restaurants being so close to many of the film festival theaters, it's a great opportunity to have a…

Whether it's from a boat, a pier, or on the shoreline, fishing is relaxing, serene, and a perfect way to spend the day. We have a number of lakes and waterways across HoCo, perfect for anglers of all ages and skill levels. Centennial Lake contains an…

This Father's Day weekend is jam packed with festivals, live music and theatre, and family fun. Columbia Festival of the Arts will be holding its annual three day LakeFest Weekend at the Columbia Lake Front, Laurel Park is holding its first ever…

One of Howard County's biggest annual events: Capital Jazz Fest, a two day festival showcasing jazz and soul music from over 30 artists, returns to Merriweather this weekend. Also this weekend : A Colonial Market Fair at the Banneker Museum, Movie…

The 32nd Annual Savage Fest returns once again to Howard County this weekend! Books in Bloom is also back at Merriweather, and the first ever Summer Party on the Porch at Clarksville Commons. Saturday June 1st is also a license free fishing day,…

Are you up for a challenge? Discover Maryland's River while completing the Patuxent Challenge: a series of outdoor activities throughout the Patuxent River watershed. Why the Patuxent River? The Patuxent River is the largest river completely within…

Spring is in full bloom! With festivals, live outdoor theatre, concerts, and nature walks, this June in Howard County is filled with fun for everyone. Be sure to check out our full events calendar for up to date event listings. HoCoMusic June 2 -…