Looking for a day trip from Baltimore or DC? Sick of being stuck in your home and just want to get out and support your local shops? Historic Ellicott City is close to home, miles from ordinary. The historic streets and architecture are home to more…
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Celebrate Oktoberfest in Howard County, MD
Tuesday, September 22, 2020 2:00 PM
Each year at the end of September, millions of visitors visit Munich, Germany to participate in Oktoberfest celebrations. drinking tons of beer over the course of a couple of weeks. Oktoberfest began over 200 years ago, celebrating Bavaria's Crown…
Events in Howard County this weekend!
Friday, July 24, 2020 9:00 AM by Mike Dwyre
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 &…
Dinner and a Movie
Wednesday, July 17, 2019 2:00 PM by Mike Dwyre
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…
Fishing in howard county
Wednesday, June 26, 2019 3:00 PM by Mike Dwyre
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…
Things to do this Weekend June 14th-16th
Thursday, June 13, 2019 1:00 PM by Mike Dwyre
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…
Things to do this weekend June 7th-9th
Thursday, June 6, 2019 12:00 PM by Mike Dwyre
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…
Things to this weekend May 31st-June 2nd
Wednesday, May 29, 2019 1:00 PM by Mike Dwyre
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,…
Things to do this weekend May 24th-26th
Wednesday, May 22, 2019 1:00 PM by Mike Dwyre
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 in Old Ellicott City
Wednesday, May 22, 2019 9:00 AM by Mike Dwyre
Summer is here and Old Ellicott City has you covered with a season full of outdoor entertainment and summer treats. Pack a chair and head over to the The Wine Bin, offering free outdoor movies every Saturday night until September 28th. A diverse and…