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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…

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…

Howard County has events planned out for the month of April. The events range from Entertainment, Recreational, Tours, and all sorts of enjoyment for the outdoors. Explore the arts this spring during Art for ALL . Special Events: April 2 Wine Maker…

February is a rather busy month to celebrate love! Planning to celebrate Valentine's Day early this year or just want do something fun? Each week our goal is keep you busy having fun and enjoying life. HoCo Family Cocktail Class: Bicerin Chocolate…

This weekend there is plenty of indoor adventures for the family to enjoy! Celebrate the Lunar New Year at The Mall in Columbia , groove to the beat at the Soundry, or even celebrate Super Bowl Sunday at Laurel Park . Don't forget to dine around Howard…

Thanksgiving Beer Pairing Guide Thanksgiving is one of the best holidays of the year. Family and friends gather together to eat food, watch football, and indulge in a beer or two. If you’re like me, you’re already planning on what beer to serve with…

Looking to shop local for your holiday feast ingredients? Head to one of Howard County's fantastic farms! Maple Lawn Turkey Farm offers free range all-natural turkeys and are taking online orders for Thanksgiving turkeys through Nov 20. If you're in…

Did you know that with his special brand of magic, Santa Clause can be in multiple places at once? How else would he be able to hear all the wishes children whisper to him every year? He's making a number of appearances in Howard County this year,…

December 1 - Cocktail Bar & Live Music at The Wine Bin December 1 - Festive Fridays: Craft Cocktail Crawl at Columbia Lakefront December 1 - Midnight Madness in Old Ellicott City December 1 - "Rivers, Rocks and RailRoads" with Ned Tillman at…

Looking to spend some quality time with Dad this Father's Day? Discover great restaurants, outdoor adventures, awesome breweries and more in our Father's Day experience guide! Is Dad outdoorsy? Treat dad to a round at one of Howard County's world…