Laurel Farmer’s Market - Every Thursday through October 29th from 3pm-7pm, the Laurel Farmer’s Market has locally grown produce and unique handmade goods. Their schedule even lists which vendors will be there each week.

Shakespeare Beyond at Rockburn Branch Park - From 7:30pm-9pm, Shakespeare Beyond, a free community touring program presented by the Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, will be preforming Romeo and Juliet, reimagined during the Revolutionary War and set in Baltimore. Free for all ages.

Vintage Night Open Play Mah Jongg @ UON Curate - Hosted by Joy Luck Collective, enjoy open play in a vintage themed setting that includes a speak-easy style cocktail and shopping discounts from 6-9pm.

Amped in the Park: Birckhead - Enjoy a night of great music, food, drinks and fun for the whole family starting at 6:30pm.

Bourbon Pairing Dinner @ Uno Pizzeria & Grill - Get ready for an awesome evening filled with rich flavors and great company. This event is perfect for bourbon lovers looking to explore unique pairings with delicious dishes. Come taste, sip, and enjoy a casual night out where each course is paired with a specially selected bourbon.

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.

Family Fun Day @ Columbia Mall - Mayhem Magical Circus will be 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.

Dancin’ Under the People Tree - 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).

Movie Night: Zootopia - After Dancin’ Under the People Tree 💃🏽, it’s movie time 🎥. Bring a blanket and join us for movie nights at dusk. From timeless classics to the newest blockbusters, there's something for everyone at Lakefront Live. All films are closed captioned and begin at dusk (around 8pm).

Outdoor Concert @ Granville Gude Park - Enjoy an evening of live music and outdoor entertainment at Granville Gude Park for a free concert- open to all. Bring a lawn chair and prepare to be lost in the sounds and songs from "The Too Much Talent Band."

Summer Sounds Series @ River Hill Village Center - The Summer Sounds Series at Columbia Village Centers is bringing themed nights each month with exciting live music, plus family-friendly activities and more - live music by We Love the 80’s.

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.

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.

The 80th Howard County Fair - From August 8th through the 15th, the Howard County Fair will occupy the Howard County Fairgrounds with tons of events, food, vendors, and more. See the full schedule.

Howard County Caribbean American Heritage Month Celebration - Rescheduled from 6/27, experience the vibrant colors, flavors, and rhythms of the Caribbean right here in Howard County. This family-friendly event will showcase traditional Caribbean dances, children's activities, live music performances, interactive exercise classes, vendors, and delicious Caribbean cuisine.

Rockburn Open Car Show - Come celebrate the beauty of classic, antique, hot rods, and modified cars on display outdoors at Rockburn Branch Park. Food available for purchase. Exhibitor fees apply. Free to visitors of all ages.

JCPenney Kids Club: Axolotl Pencil Pouch - Color your own axolotl pencil pouch from 11am-noon.

Family Fun Day @ Columbia Lakefront - Make it a day the whole family will love with Family Fun Day at the CA Lakefront. FREE Zootopia-themed kids' activities kick off at 5pm. There's something for every age to enjoy, including reptile meet and green, A Zootopia-inspired folder paper animal art activity from the Columbia Art Center, and more.

Movie Night: Zootopia 2 - After Family Fun Day, it’s movie time 🎥. Bring a blanket and join us for movie nights at dusk. From timeless classics to the newest blockbusters, there's something for everyone at Lakefront Live. All films are closed captioned and begin at dusk (around 8pm).

Caribbean American Heritage Month Celebration @ Merriweather - This family-friendly event will showcase traditional Caribbean dances, children's activities, live music performances, interactive exercise classes, vendors, and delicious Caribbean cuisine.

Good Kid-izen: Community Heroes - From 10am to noon, Bring the whole family to Color Burst Park for a morning filled with interactive fun. Not all superheroes wear capes—some wear helmets and badges! Get an up-close look at the big fire trucks and brave neighbors (police vehicle showcase) who keep our community safe every day.

Mikey & Mel’s Cruise In - The sixth of eight monthly classic car meetups at Mikey & Mel’s is this weekend from 9am-noon.

Fulton Farmers Market - The market run by Milk Lady Markets is this Saturday, 10am-2pm, at Sho Nuf Turkey Farm.

Clarksville Commons Farmer’s Market - Today from 9am to 1pm with guest vendor Neighbor Ride and live music by Not 2 Cool Jazz Trio.

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.

ACW Reckless Rumble @ Reckless Shepherd - Get ready for Reckless Rumble as ACW brings an unforgettable night of live professional wrestling to Columbia! Doors at 6pm, bell time is 7pm, tickets start at $25.

Nite Bite Fishing - For $5, you can fish at night at Centennial Lake starting at 6pm until midnight.

Summer Movie Nights @ The Wine Bin - Pack your chair or blanket, grab your friends and head to the Bin. Come early for wine tastings in the shop beforehand and live music by local friends in the parking lot. This week’s movie is Now You See Me Now You Don’t.

KidSpace Movie Night @ Supreme Sports 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!

Summerfest 2026 @ Olney Theatre Center - Their annual free open house is absolutely monumental this year as we celebrate a transformed campus! Come for activities all over campus, see some of your favorite Olney performers, as well as local, community-based performance groups. We'll have more vendors than ever, along with our always-popular used costume sale!

Turn The Page: Book Exchange - Celebrate National Book Lovers Day with a FREE program aimed at promoting literacy and the joy of reading. All are welcome to come read, review, exchange, and take a few! Book donations in good condition are accepted on site. Preregistration encouraged but not required.

Summer Sounds Series @ Kings Contrivance Village Center - The Summer Sounds Series at Columbia Village Centers is bringing themed nights each month with exciting live music, plus family-friendly activities and more - live music by Crafts & Cords.

Chill Under the Disco Lights @ Soccer Plant - Late Bloomer Yoga hosts a gentle and beginner yoga from 5:25pm-6:30pm at Soccer Plant in Columbia. It’s free and all are welcome in the month of August.

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.

Diaper Giveaway 8/11 - The PEACE Project is hosting upcoming FREE diaper giveaways at the Howard County Health Department (8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045) from 10:30a - 12:30p while supplies last.

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 8/11 - 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 @ Sapwood Cellars - Cap City hosts trivia at Sapwood Cellars 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.