Nightlife In Howard County, Maryland

The nightlife in Howard County, Maryland is always fun and exciting. Between live music acts performing in dive bars, mini golf action, and karaoke bars with top-notch Korean food, there’s plenty to explore here when the sun goes down.

Nightlife In Columbia & Ellicott City Bars with Live Music

Columbia is Maryland's Live Performance Capital and has an incredible nightlife scene filled with delicious drinks, good vibes, and catchy music. Check out Frisco and the Reckless Shepherd, a popular brewpub with live music, open-air concert venue Merriweather Post Pavilion, and The Collective Encore, where you can find diverse music performances every week. You’ll also find plenty of nightlife across Ellicott City bars, including the White Oak Tavern and Phoenix Upper Main. Those are just some of the many bars, breweries, and distilleries across Howard County. 

Sing Karaoke in Koreatown, Maryland

Hit up karaoke and late-night food and drink spots in Koreatown for the ultimate night out. Sing and eat your heart out across popular karaoke bars, including Micky's Soju House, Family Karaoke, and K Pocha Karaoke. Complete your night out with delicious Korean dining at Honey Pig Hot Pot + Korean BBQ or Hyeban Korean BBQ & Sushi!

Make Memories with Unique Ways to Unwind

Howard County is home to many unique recreational nightlife options that you can’t get just anywhere. Eagle 5 Golf is an indoor golf simulation center with more than 190 courses, open driving ranges, teaching professionals to help up your game, along with a full-service bar. Enjoy retro arcade games, fun themed cocktails, delicious pizza at GameOn bar+arcade in the Merriweather District of Columbia. 

Use the listings below to find bars, breweries, live music venues, and unique nightlife experiences for your next adventure in Howard County.