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Sail 250 Maryland is a massive boat and air show in Baltimore this week, from the 24th (yesterday) through the 30th (next Tuesday). There are a ton of tall ships, multiple airshows and fly overs, and massive festivals in the Inner Harbor, Fells Point, and the Baltimore Peninsula. If you love things that fly or float, you won’t want to miss it.
Looking southward towards D.C., the Great American State Fair is also being celebrated on the National Mall today through July 10th.
If you aren’t a fan of crowds, there is still plenty to do locally!
Let’s see what’s happening!
— Jim Wang

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Latest News
Cheap Summer Movies Are Back! 🍿
Cinemark, AMC, and Regal all have summer movie programs where you can get cheap movie tickets throughout the week:
Cinemark’s Summer Movie Clubhouse from June 1 to August 6 and is $1.75 per movie.
AMC Summer Movie Camp runs rom June 22 to August 12th and are $3 a ticket.
Regal Summer Movie Express runs from June 1 to August 13th and are $1 a ticket.
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Local Business
Luna del Sea Coming to HoCo
Luna del Sea is moving to the old Periodic Table spot in Columbia. Luna del Sea is a restaurant on Baltimore’s Pratt Street that’s been around for 20+ years and the Baltimore Sun noticed it recently applied for a liquor license.
Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass 🏋️
Planet Fitness, which has a location in Columbia and in Laurel, offers a High School Summer Pass that lets teens ages 14-19 work out free all summer. Learn more here.
Kids Bowl Free This Summer! 🎳
A bunch of bowling alleys, including Main Event in Columbia, participate in Kids Bowl Free this summer. They have to be between the ages of 2 and 15 and you get two free games per day, per person. If you don’t have bowling shoes, you’ll have to rent them.

Fun Things To Do
As always, confirm events before you go, sometimes they change, get cancelled, etc.
Today
Sail250 Maryland & Airshow Baltimore - Head to the Inner Harbor (and other areas of Baltimore) to see tall ships, military ships, and aircraft celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the U.S. It’s part of a five city national event and goes all weekend through the 30th.
Japanese Whiskey Dinner @ Elkridge Furnace Inn - Step into an evening where culinary artistry and Japanese whisky meet in perfect harmony. This thoughtfully curated dinner showcases a progression of dishes inspired by the elegance, seasonality, and precision of Japanese cuisine—each plate layered with delicate flavors, striking textures, and refined technique. $170pp+tax.
Fiddlers and Fireflies @ HoCo Conservancy - Enjoy an outdoor performance of fiddle music and end the evening surrounded by the gentle glow of fireflies. Bill and Sophie Wellington will perform traditional folk music on fiddle, banjo and guitar, with fun and funny stories and likely a little dancing.
World’s Largest Swim Lesson @ Faulkner Ridge Pool - Come out to Faulkner Ridge Pool for the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson! This free, open to all, community event, is a fun, family-friendly event where kids and adults can build water safety skills, gain swimming confidence, and learn lessons that could save a life.
Family Fun Day @ Columbia Mall - Howard County Fire & rescue will be 10-11am at the center court.
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.
Thursday Trivia in the Loft @ Dive Bar & Grille - Starting at 7pm, Dive Bar and Grille and Charm City Trivia present Thursday Trivia in the Loft.
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.
Friday
Summer Concert – Patagonia Winds @ Glen Mar - The first free concert at part of Glen Mar’s Summer Concert Series starts at 7pm and features Patagonia Winds, a celebrated woodwind quintet. Glen Mar’s Summer Concert Series is free and open to the public.
Dancin' Under the People Tree @ Lakefront Live - Fridays at the CA Lakefront are for Dancin’ Under the People Tree 💃🕺🏽. CA’s high-energy group fitness instructors will get you moving with an upbeat, all-levels dance session. We'll meet at 7pm under the People Tree (the 30-foot sculpture with human-shaped branches).
FIFA WORLD CUP 26™: Uruguay vs. Spain @ Lakefront Live - Rep your favorite team and join fellow fans for an unforgettable experience at the CA Lakefront Stage. Watch the world's teams battle it out on the big screen with stunning views of Lake Kittamaqundi as the backdrop. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and team spirit for a FREE evening of international soccer and community. Games are shown rain or shine. RSVP today HERE.
Friday Flicks @ Granville Gude Park - Bring a blanket or a chair, pack a picnic or grab something to eat at our concession stand and relax for some great lakeside entertainment with The Bad Guys 2.
Movie Night: Marvel's Shang-Chi & The Legend of The 10 Rings - Watch a movie at the Columbia Lakefront starting at 8pm. All films are closed captioned and begin at dusk.
Elkridge Volunteer Fire Dept. Food Truck Fridays - Every Friday until October 30th, a variety of food trucks will be there from 4:30-7:30pm. They list the food trucks attending each week and it’s usually a very big turnout.
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.
R&B and Hip-Hop Night @ Oversea - Starts at 8pm, you get a free buffet and free drink with your ticket purchase.
Fulton Farmers Market - The market run by Milk Lady Markets is this Friday and Saturday, 10am-2pm, at Sho Nuf Turkey Farm.
Teen Kick Backs (11-17 yrs) @ Various Community Centers - Teens (11-17 years old): Are you looking for a fun way to spend your free time? Come and join us at our community centers for our free drop-in program for teens! There will be free pizza and snacks, sports, video games, and lots of fun. Click through to see when they’re being held and on which day, they’re every Friday and Saturday through August.
Saturday
I ♥ AMERICA @ HoCo Library Central Branch - On July 4, 2026, the United States will celebrate its 250th birthday, marking the Semiquincentennial of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Drop in from 2-3pm and make a button to celebrate America's 250th birthday!
Lowe’s Kids Craft MrBeast Swarm Spinner Workshop - Head to Lowes from 10am-1pm to make a MrBeast Swarm Spinner.
Teen Night @ Columbia Lakefront - From 6-10pm, kick off summer with an unforgettable Glow Party at the Columbia Association Lakefront! From 6–10pm, dance to the hottest tracks spun by a live DJ, dive into a TikTok-inspired ball pit, and play LED mini-golf, air hockey, chess and yard games. Grab a bite from food trucks like Fuzzies Burgers, Chatime (bubble tea), and Funnel Fare (fried carnival treats), and sip on glow-themed drinks.
ForgeCraft Pop-Up Class @ Penn Oaks Winery - Whether you’re a beginner looking to try something new or a craft enthusiast ready to sharpen your skills, ForgeCraft offers a unique opportunity to create functional art from fire and steel.
Classical Music for People with Short Attention Spans @ Maryland Hall - Designed for both newcomers and seasoned listeners, Classical Music for People with Short Attention Spans features the Columbia Orchestra performing a lively program of short, diverse works from across the classical repertoire. Each piece is carefully selected to capture attention and stir emotion—without requiring a lengthy commitment.
Nite Bite Fishing - For $5, you can fish at night at Centennial Lake starting at 6pm until midnight.
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!
Mikey & Mel’s Cruise In - The latest monthly classic car meetups at Mikey & Mel’s is this weekend from 9am-noon
Clarksville Commons Farmer’s Market - Today from 9am to 1pm with guest vendor Bee City and live music by Brett Buehler.
Old Ellicott City Farmers Market - The Seasonal Farmers Market at Tiber Park is from 9am to 1pm with nearly a dozen vendors.
Downtown Silver Spring Freshfarm Farmers Market - Veterans Plaza from 9am-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.
KidSpace Movie Night @ Columbia Gym - Kids 4-13 of CA members can enjoy a movie, free activities, pizza, and popcorn from 6pm to 9pm.
Sunday
Weekend Wind Down @ Columbia Lakefront - Ease into your day with the mellow sounds at Lake Kittamaqundi. CA is serving up relaxed, laid-back performances on select Sundays - perfect for elevating your brunch, soaking in the scenery and savoring those Sunday vibes.
Historic Oakland’s Summer Craft Market - From 10am to 3pm, 45+ vendors will be at Historic Oakland for their summer craft show.
Washington Symphonic Brass Quintet @ St. John’s Episcopal Church - The Washington Symphonic Brass Quintet will be performing at 4pm.
Chesapeake Brass Authority Presents Nautical Voyage - Brass Style - Head to Carroll Baldwin Hall from 3-4pm to enjoy a free musical voyage.
Encore Comedy Show @ Black Flag Brewing - Join us for a night of laughs, brews, and good company at our monthly comedy showcase! The last Sunday of every month we turn the taproom into a comedy club.
Ellicott Distilling Co. Distillery Class - Distill your own bottle of vodka or gin and flavor it with their thousands of flavor combinations or bring your own. Get a custom label, do some trivia, win prizes, eat tacos, and sip on bottomless mimosas! Starts at 10am and ends around 12:30pm.
Upcoming
Yoga in the Park - Every Monday through August 31st, join Columbia Association instructors Mondays at 6pm throughout the summer for FREE yoga sessions at the Chrysalis!
Merriweather Summer Fit Series: Title Boxing 6/30 - Head to Color Burst Park from 6:30-7:30pm to sweat, stretch, and feel fantastic with our summer fit series lineup with next Tuesday being Title Boxing: Bring the power with high-energy boxing conditioning.
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 @ Kelsey’s Restaurant - Team Trivia hosts trivia at Kelsey’s every Tuesday starting at 7pm.
Trivia @ Black Flag - Charm City Entertainment hosts trivia at Black Flag Brewing every Tuesday starting at 7pm.
Trivia @ Notch8 Brewery - Every Tuesday is trivia night at Notch8. Sporcle Live Trivia hosts two games at 7pm and again at 8pm.
Weather This Weekend
Friday - 87° | 67° - ☁️ - 0.21”
Saturday - 78° | 65° - 🌧️ - 0.27”
Sunday - 84° | 65° - 🌤️
☀️ data from Weather Underground
Local Theatres and Shows
Theater | Show | Dates |
|---|---|---|
Mean Girls | 6/15 - 8/23 | |
Carla Hall in Please Underestimate Me | 6/3 - 7/12 | |
Four Old Broads on the High Seas | 6/26 - 7/19 | |
American Idiot | 6/12 - 6/28 | |
Fiddler on the Roof | 6/18 - 6/28 | |
The Tale of Cymbeline by William Shakespeare | 6/12 - 7/19 |

Live Music, Brunches, & Bar Events
Here are all the places (that I’ve found) that have free live music (or more) in the area - if I am missing your favorite venue, please let me know! (bars may have separate covers)
🎶 Music | ❓ Trivia | 🎭 Comedy | 🍳 Brunch | 🎤 Karaoke
Friday 6/26
🎶 Looney’s Pub - Midnight Mimosa - 9pm
🎶 River Hill Grill - Andy & Amy Acoustic - 7pm–10pm
🎶 Common Kitchen - Freezer Burn - 6:30pm–9pm
🎶 Reckless Shepherd - Glamour Kitty - 9pm
🎶 Sonoma’s - Spellbound - 7pm–11pm
🎶 18th & 21st - Grant Landford - 6pm–11pm
🎶 Blackwall Barn & Lodge - Grayson Moon - 8pm–11pm
🎶 Smashing Grapes - Jennifer Schimpf - 8pm–11pm
🎶 White Oak Tavern - Ryan Moran - 8pm–10pm
🎶 Bare Bones Grill & Bar - Uncommitted - 8pm–12am
🎶 Kelsey’s Restaurant - Brandon Kennedy - 6pm–9:30pm
🎶 Little Market Café - Tears for Devere - 6pm–8pm
🎶 Route 108 Pizza & BBQ - James Kirk - 8pm–11pm
🎶 Brookeville Beer Farm - 100 Proof - 5:30pm–8:30pm
🎶 Waredaca Brewing - Singer-Songwriter Showcase - 5pm–8pm
Saturday 6/27
🎶 Looney’s Pub - Big Machine - 9pm–close
🎶 River Hill Grill - The Deni Starr Duo - 7pm–10pm
🎶 Clarksville Commons - Brett Buehler - 9am–1pm
🎶 Reckless Shepherd - Klepto Radio - 9pm
🎶 18th & 21st - Aiden Interrante - 6pm–11pm
🎶 Blackwall Barn & Lodge - Patrick Donovan - 8pm–11pm
🎶 Smashing Grapes - Jordan Mills - 8pm–11pm
🎶 White Oak Tavern - Anthony Frijia - 8pm–10pm
🎶 Bare Bones Grill & Bar - Remedy - 8pm–12am
🎶 Kelsey’s Restaurant - Brandt Dunn - 6pm–9:30pm
🎶 Little Market Café - Cuppa T Jones - 6pm–8pm
🎶 Route 108 Pizza & BBQ - Ghosts on the Wall - 8pm–11pm
🎶 Brookeville Beer Farm - Sky King - 5:30pm– 8:30pm
🎶 Waredaca Brewing - Nate Clendenen - 4–7pm
🎶 Lone Oak Brewing - Adam Forbes - 2pm-5pm
Sunday 6/28
🎤 Union Jack’s - Karaoke with DJ Teej - 9pm–2am
🍳 Blackwell Barn & Lodge - Jennifer Schimpf - 11am–2pm
🍳 Galliano - Jazz Brunch- 11:30am–2:30pm
🍳 Smashing Grapes - Patrick Cooper - 11am–2pm
🍳 White Oak Tavern - Live Jazz Music - 11am–2pm
🎶 18th & 21st - Sidestreet Duo - 5pm–9pm
🎶 Little Market Café - Fudds Law- 12pm–3pm
🎶 Manor Hill Brewing - Drew Cline - 2pm–5pm
🎶 Lone Oak Brewing - Michelle Lockey - 2pm-5pm
🎶 Waredaca Brewing - Wild Aster Trio - 2pm–5pm
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