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The events may be distanced and the holiday meals might be picked up curbside but Howard County still has you covered for experiencing some winter magic this December. Here are just a few ideas for things to do in HoCo this month. Shop Local While…

Take a Fall weekend getaway in your own backyard! Fall has arrived and Halloween season in full swing, and we could all use a little break. Find happiness this fall by taking in all HoCo has to offer, including ghost tours, pumpkin patches, drive-ins…

I t hasn’t been an ordinary year. ​This isn’t your ordinary restaurant week. Maryland Restaurant Week is the first-ever statewide restaurant week, taking place Friday, September 18 - Sunday, September 27, 2020. Unlike your typical restaurant weeks,…

September is International Underground Railroad Month, which acknowledges the significance of the Underground Railroad, and all those involved, for its contribution to the eradication of slavery in the United States and as a cornerstone for a more…

The 2020 Farm and Flavor Howard Magazine is now available! Click here to flip through the virtual magazine HoCo Farms Connect Howard County Economic Development Authority and the Office of Sustainability, launched an innovative new tool to connect…

All over Howard County you’ll discover beautiful scenery, winding country roads, and wonderful views of rivers and state parks. When you are feeling to the itch to get out of the house, a scenic drive through HoCo may be just what you need. Here are…

Check out the unique things Howard County has going on this weekend! Know before you go! Please make sure you contact businesses individually before visiting as COVID-19 may have impacted their hours and operations. Howard County Restaurant Weeks &…

It can be very beneficial for your mental and physical health to take some time to step away from the 24 hour news cycle and social media, clear your mind, and enjoy some time outdoors while taking in the beautiful spring blooms. Howard County has a…

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…

Last year more than 768 million vacation days went unused. There is no time like today to get a jumpstart on your next trip, and Visit Howard County is here to help. Signature events take place throughout the year are perfect to plan your vacation…