Columbia Festival of the Arts
LakeFest Weekend | June 20-22, 2025
Downtown Columbia Lakefront at Lake Kittamaqundi
Hours:
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Friday, June 20: 5:00 pm – 10:30 pm
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Saturday, June 21: 11:00 am – 10:30 pm
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Sunday, June 22: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm.
Celebrate summer with one of Howard County’s most beloved local traditions. LakeFest Weekend brings the Columbia Festival of the Arts to life with three full days of creativity, connection, and community at the Downtown Columbia Lakefront.
Stroll through rows of artists' tents, explore interactive exhibits, and join live painting demonstrations from Pinot’s Palette. Don’t miss the Columbia Association’s iconic umbrella art competition, a colorful display of local talent that turns the Lakefront into a public gallery.
This isn’t just an arts festival—it’s a performance in motion. Mingle with artists, chat with collectors, and find yourself surrounded by fellow art lovers. Discover who’s who in the local arts scene and maybe even bring home a new piece of original art.
Come for the event. Leave with memories, and a masterpiece.
Columbia Festival of the Arts
About Columbia Festival of the Arts
Since 1987, the Columbia Festival of the Arts has brought world-class performances and local creativity together right here in Howard County. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Festival is committed to making the arts accessible, engaging, and woven into the fabric of our community. From live music and visual arts to dance, theater, and film, the Festival showcases the region’s cultural scene while welcoming nationally recognized talent. Through partnerships with schools, businesses, and local artists, it shines a spotlight on Columbia as a hub for creativity in the Baltimore-Washington corridor.
Columbia Festival of the Arts
Plan Your Stay
Turn your visit to the Columbia Festival of the Arts into a full weekend getaway. With local attractions, restaurants, and performances just steps away from the Downtown Lakefront, there’s more than enough to fill your days and nights. Stay close to the action at the DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia, offering comfortable accommodations and quick access to all the festival fun. From sunrise strolls by the lake to late-night music under the stars, your stay in Howard County promises convenience, charm, and a front-row seat to creativity.
