Patapsco Days – Significance of Place: The Historic Ellicott City Jail - Patapsco Days is a month-long event when they celebrate the history, environment, and other aspects of the Patapscho Valley Heritage Area. This year’s theme is “Celebrating 250 Years of History” and this particular event will be held at the Museum of Howard County History.

HCC Presents: The Young Musicians Piano Solo Competition Showcase - The Music Institute at Howard Community College (HCC) presents the second annual Young Musicians Piano Solo Competition Showcase. Join HCC for an evening of outstanding performances by talented Maryland high school pianists and cast your vote for the Audience Favorite.

250 Years of Innovation in Howard County (HoCo250) (8 yrs +) B&O Station Museum - Join us at the B&O Ellicott City Station Museum 7-8pm for a special presentation celebrating 250 years of industrial progress in the county. This presentation explores the evolution of local industry and technology, from the early mills and iron furnaces of the 1770s to the arrival of the B&O Railroad and the modern innovations that continue to shape our world today.

Charm City Run Club w. Black Flag Brewing - All paces welcome for a fun run and or walk, start and end at the store, go for a 2-3 mile run or walk, and receive a coupon for a discount at Black Flag Brewery.

Family Fun Day @ Columbia Mall - Kidsinger Jim from 10-11am at the center court.

Trivia Night @ Common Kitchen - Every Thursday starting at 6:30pm with Dan Master Quiz. Prizes to the top three teams of 1-6 people.

Karaoke @ Oversea Distillery - Every Thursday night is Karaoke night at Oversea, starts at 8:30pm.

Union Jack’s Beer Pong Tournament - Hosted by CJ Micah Diggs every Thursday from 10pm-2am, compete for prizes for 1st and 2nd place.

5th Annual Light the Night 5K for Suicide Prevention @ Oakland Mills High School - Register ahead of time for the 5th annual race starting at 7pm.

Timonium Beer, Bourbon, and BBQ Festival - If you fancy a trip to the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium, you can enjoy the 19th annual Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival today (6-10pm) and Saturday (12-6pm). Ticketed.

Water Lantern Festival in D.C. - The Water Lantern Festival (ticketed) will also be this weekend at National Harbor SouthPointe (it’s actually quite easy to get to if traffic cooperates). Saturday is sold out but Friday and Sunday are still available.

Magic & Mind Reading @ Oversea Distillery - A private, ticket-only magic experience featuring professional magician and mentalist Victor Oriza. This special event is designed for a limited audience of only 70 guests, creating a close and interactive atmosphere where you’ll witness mind-reading, sleight-of-hand magic, psychological illusions, and audience participation.

Spring Cookie Decorating Class @ Waredaca Brewing - Taylored Sweets and Treats teaches a spring cookie decorating class from 6:30-8:30pm.

Half Price Fridays @ National Aquarium - After 5pm, enjoy half priced tickets at the National Aquarium all year long.

Karaoke @ The Trolley Stop - Fridays at 9:30pm hosted by Kelly Secret.

Department of Community Resources and Services (DCRS) Family Pre-Loved Event - Families and individuals are invited to take home gently-used items such as toys, books, kids/baby items, clothes for all ages and more at 9830 Patuxent Woods Drive in Columbia from 9am-12pm.

The Best Bead Show @ HoCo Fairgrounds - If you enjoy beads, gemstones, and minerals, head to the HoCo Fairgrounds this weekend for the Best Bead Show on Saturday and Sunday. It’s free with registration though a donation is requested.

6th Annual Easter EGGstraveganza @ Mary’s Land Farm - From 9-4pm on Saturday and 11am-4pm on Sunday (final admission 2:30pm), enjoy an easter egg hunt, photos with the Easter Bunny, animal encounters, market vendors, food trucks, and more. Buy tickets ahead of time, they’re not available at the door.

Spring Eggstravaganza for Tots (1 yrs +) @ Robinson Nature Center - From 9am-2pm, enjoy tot-friendly activities throughout the indoor exhibits and outdoor, paved trail (weather-permitting). Participate in crafts, games and spring sensory fun. Separate egg hunts for toddlers and children 4 yrs +. See bunnies available for adoption through the Friends of Rabbits, a rescue organization. All adults and children 1 year and older must register to participate. 

Civil War Era Reenactment @ B&O Museum - From 10am to 5pm, the First Maryland Volunteer Regiment will be holding drills and live history displays at the B&O Station Museum in Old Ellicott City. There will be a march up Main Street at 1pm.

UMD Powow 2026 - Join us for dancing, singing, and build connections with community - support Indigenous arts vendors!

Maryland Day Festival @ Power Plant Live! - Big festival up in Baltimore to celebrate Maryland Day, runs from 11am to 5pm.

Well-Read & Well-Said: A Women History Month Poetry Showcase @ Busboys & Poets - A curated evening of nationally recognized poets whose voices are as studied as they are seasoned. These are women who have competed, taught, published, organized, and shaped culture. They are scholars of language and architects of lived experience.

Puppy Playtime @ Petco - Every Saturday from 1-1:30pm, pups 8 weeks to 6 months old with proof of vaccines can get out their zoomies!

Winter Indoor Farmers Market @ Mary’s Land Farm - Every Saturday until April 4th from 10am-2pm, Mary’s Land Farm hosts an indoor farmer’s market in their greenhouse.

Downtown Silver Spring Farmers Market - Veterans Plaza from 10-1pm, the year round market features local vendors offering everything from seasonal fruits and vegetables to farm-fresh eggs, artisanal breads, goat cheese, meats, honey, cut flowers, pastries, preserves, and more.

Dinosaur Park Open House - On the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month, get free entry from noon until 4pm.

KidSpace Movie Night @ Columbia Athletic Club - Kids 4-13 of CA members can enjoy a movie, free activities, pizza, and popcorn from 6pm to 9pm. Unfortunately, CA doesn’t seem to list the movie being shown!

Free Guided Tour of B&O Ellicott City Station Museum - We love this free museum, especially the model train room (it’s quite impressive). Tours are free and start at 2pm every Saturday and Sunday.

Spring Eggstravaganza for Tots (1 yrs +) @ Robinson Nature Center - From 9am-2pm, enjoy tot-friendly activities throughout the indoor exhibits and outdoor, paved trail (weather-permitting). Participate in crafts, games and spring sensory fun. Separate egg hunts for toddlers and children 4 yrs +. See bunnies available for adoption through the Friends of Rabbits, a rescue organization. All adults and children 1 year and older must register to participate. 

6th Annual Easter EGGstraveganza @ Mary’s Land Farm - From 9-4pm on Saturday and 11am-4pm on Sunday (final admission 2:30pm), enjoy an easter egg hunt, photos with the Easter Bunny, animal encounters, market vendors, food trucks, and more. Buy tickets ahead of time, they’re not available at the door.

Columbia Cake Exchange @ Stonehouse at Long Reach Community Association - If you love baking, this is the event for you! A cake exchange is a fun, community-driven way to share your love of baking. Everyone brings a cake they’re proud of, then fills a take-home box with slices from other bakers. It’s a fun way to discover new flavors, swap ideas, and enjoy far more cake than you could ever bake yourself.

Books & Beers in the Barn with Backwater Books - Head to Manor Hill Farm from noon to 4pm for the Annual Spring Edition of Books & Beers in the Barn. Adults and children can browse the vast selection of new books, fun gifts, stationery, and more as they transform their Event Barn into a family-friendly bookstore (with adult and children books).

Sunday Serenade @ Cabin John Regional Park Amphitheater - From 10am to 11:30am, enjoy a free concert at Cabin John. This week’s performer is King Soul.

Movie Soundtrack Atomic Mingo Trivia - Play Atomic Mingo Music Bingo at HoCo Brew Hive starting at 5pm.

Free Bingo Night @ Common Kitchen - Every Tuesday at 6pm. You get 6 free bingo cards (and can earn more, ask the bingo caller!) and can win prizes each round like free food and drink and Common Kitchen gift certificates.

Trivia @ Black Flag - Charm City Entertainment hosts trivia at Black Flag Brewing every Tuesday starting at 7pm.

Trivia @ Notch8 Brewery - Every Tuesday from 7pm to 9pm is trivia night at Notch8. Sporcle Live Trivia hosts two games at 7pm and again at 8pm.