Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events Around Columbia For 2026

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Columbia.

2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Columbia

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Columbia.

Memorial Day Weekend Events Guide For Maryland

A National Moment of Remembrance takes place at 3 p.m. local time, and Marylanders are encouraged to pause wherever they are for 1 minute.

Easter Weekend Activities In Columbia

Patch has a roundup of activities planned for Easter weekend across Howard County, including Easter egg hunts, breakfast with the bunny.

Presidents Day 2026 In Columbia: What’s Open, Closed

Learn what's open and closed on President's Day Monday in Howard County, along with the services available.

MLK Day 2026: What’s Open And Closed In Columbia

There are service projects planned for Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, as well as various closures for the federal holiday.

What's Open, Closed For Christmas 2025 In Columbia

Patch has the latest closings and trash collection adjustment in Howard County for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Toys For Tots Breaks Record In Howard County

The 10th annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Giveaway in Howard County has set another record for the number of kids helped.

Local Newsletter Gets Best Of 2025 Nod For Keeping Community Informed

Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter.

Toy Drives In Columbia: How To Make The Holidays Merry For Everyone

Help make the holidays brighter for Howard County kids by donating to Toys for Tots. Here are the drop-off sites in the area.

Where To See Santa In Columbia This Holiday Season

The holidays are here and Santa will be making an appearance (or two) in town. Here's where to see jolly ol' St. Nick in December.

2025 Christmas Tree Guide: Where To Buy A Tree In Columbia

Patch has a list of where Howard County residents can fresh-cut Christmas trees both already cut and waiting to be chopped down.

What's Open, Closed For Thanksgiving 2025 In Columbia

Here's what's open and closed in Columbia and across Howard County for the Thanksgiving 2025 holiday.

Black Friday 2025 Mall Hours: When Columbia's Mall Will Be Open

Black Friday is Nov. 28. Find out when the local mall will be open for holiday deals.

Giving Tuesday: 5 Columbia Nonprofits That Could Use Your Help

Giving Tuesday aims to shore up fundraising, rally volunteers and add momentum to causes. Here are some nonprofits in the area.

Visit Black Santa, Mrs. Claus, Kind Elves At Holiday Breakfast Friday

Our Kind of Christmas: A Merry Special Breakfast with Santa will be Nov. 28 at the Holiday Inn in Jessup with a holiday boutique, photo ops.

Merriweather District Cocktail Crawl Set for Friday, Dec. 5, with Eight Participating Restaurants

Drink samplings and bites provided attendees as they shop in the annual holiday market. Limited discounted tickets available now.

2025 HoCo Holiday Lights Map Now Online

Anyone with a holiday light display is encouraged to enter details into the 2025 HoCo Holiday Lights map so others can check it out.

Annual Tree Lighting, Ice Rink Opening and Holiday Market Launch the Season at Color Burst Park

Live music, performances by the Columbia Center for Theatrical Arts and Columbia Figure Skating Club, and arts and crafts featured Nov. 21

Tree Lighting and Ice Rink Opening Set for Friday, Nov. 21, at Color Burst Park, Merriweather District

Live music, performances, arts and crafts, face painting and glitter tattoo, photo booth and hot chocolate are featured

These Columbia Restaurants Are Open On Thanksgiving Day

If you want to skip cooking all morning long for Thanksgiving, check out these restaurants that still have reservations open that day.

Tree Lightings, Holiday Festivals, Concerts And Celebrations Abound In Columbia

Check out the holiday train garden, Symphony of Lights, concerts, bridge lighting, tree lighting, holiday markets and more in Howard County.

5th Annual Tree Lighting, Holiday Market Returns To Color Burst Park

The 5th Annual Tree Lighting and Holiday Market returns to downtown Columbia featuring live entertainment, prizes and more.

Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Columbia This Fall

Fall has arrived and Halloween isn't too far away. Here's where you can pick pumpkins and decorate them for your front porch or window sill.

Where To Pick Apples Around Columbia: 2025 Guide

Patch has compiled a list of some of the best apple orchards and family-friendly fall attractions in and around Columbia.

Fireworks Near Me: Columbia July 4th 2025 Events

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Columbia and Howard County.

July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Columbia

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Columbia and Howard County.

Easter 2025: Egg Hunts, Photos With The Easter Bunny In Columbia

Check out these egg hunts, photo sessions with the Easter bunny, train rides, bubble dancing and more planned this weekend in Howard County.

MLK Day 2025: What’s Open And Closed In Columbia

Here's what open and closed Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Howard Co. will have regular Monday curbside trash pick-up.

Where To Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2024 In Columbia

On New Year’s Eve, Merriweather Symphony of Lights will host the “Midnight at 7” event complete with fireworks, music and food trucks.

Celebrate Hanukkah With Menorah Lighting, Parade, Bowling, Gelt Drop

There is an array of activities in Howard County to help celebrate Hanukkah, including a car menorah parade, Chanukah on Ice, latke party.

Largest Hanukkah Display In State Found In Columbia

The largest Hanukkah display in Maryland can be found along Empty Song Road in Columbia. It will stay up through New Year’s.

Lisbon Christmas Parade Ushers In Holidays, Collects Food Donations

Thousands of people turn out for the annual Great Lisbon Farmers Feed the Hungry Christmas parade, which will be this Saturday.

Where Are The Best Holiday Lights In Columbia?

Who has the best light displays in town? Send us a photo, the address and other details so we can share the location with readers.

Where To See Santa In Columbia This Christmas Season

Santa Claus is coming to Columbia for Christmas. Here's where to see him.

Small Business Saturday 2024 In Columbia: See Sales, Deals

Small Business Saturday falls between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, and is designed to support your local small businesses.

Residences at Vantage Point Hosts Holiday Craft Show Saturday, Dec. 7

Retirement home in Downtown Columbia offers handmade jewelry, home decor, clothing, greeting cards and children's items for sale

Wegmans, Harris Teeter, Walmart, Aldi: MD Thanksgiving Grocery Hours

Find out when you can pick up last-minute Thanksgiving staples from Harris Teeter, Wegmans, Giant Food, Walmart and Safeway in Maryland.

Where To Find A Christmas Tree In Columbia: 2024 Guide

Patch has a list of where Howard County residents can fresh-cut Christmas trees both already cut and waiting to be chopped down.

What's Open, Closed For Thanksgiving 2024 In Columbia

Here's what's open and closed in Columbia and across Howard County for the Thanksgiving 2024 holiday.

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.