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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 -…

This Memorial Day weekend brings the inaugural Fantasywood Festival to Howard County. A three day long event that will see Symphony Woods at Merriweather Park transformed into a living breathing fantasy world. Scroll down and find out more about the…

Summer is here and Old Ellicott City has you covered with a season full of outdoor entertainment and summer treats. What better way to spend a balmy summer night than at an outdoor movie in Historic Ellicott City! Pack a chair and head over to the…

This weekend, seminal Howard County events such as Wine in the Woods Festival at Merriweather Park and History Alive! at the Patapsco Female Institute return to Howard County, as well as REPartee; which celebrates the Rep Stages 26th year at Howard…

It's Mother's Day weekend and you need plans! Explore Moms,Dads,and grads. Better yet, making plans to attend Preakness this weekend? The Preakness Festival is happening all weekend long at Howard County Fairgrounds. Are you feeling spontaneous?…

Take mom to Toby’s Dinner Theatre, currently performing The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and enjoy a night of food, music, and the magical story telling of a Disney Classic. Performances run all Mother’s Day weekend. If Dad is a fan of musical theater,…

This weekend kicks off with Maryland's Sheep and Wool Festival at Howard County Fairgrounds, followed by the ultimate M3 Rock Festival at Merriweather Post Pavilion.Spring fun is seeking you this weekend, so get out and explore HoCo. #explorehocomd…

HoCoFamily April 27 & 28 - Enchanted Forest Weekend @ Clark’s Elioak Farm Come see our new Enchanted Forest display on loan from the Howard County Historical Society. Our book about the Enchanted Forest, “The Enchanted Forest: Memories of Maryland’s…

May is a great month with the warmer days and summer coming right around the corner. Howard County will be welcoming more warmer days with events that range from Entertainment, Recreational, Outdoor, Tours and more. Explore Howard County music, arts…