From fireworks to a fun run/walk, from a murder mystery to an adults only dance party, there are several ways to ring in the New Year.
The HoCo Holiday Lights online map can be accessed now for both residential and commercial holiday light displays.
The annual Merriweather District Holiday Market opens Friday at Color Burst Park with regional vendors, hot cocoa, music and more.
Downtown Columbia Partnership and Columbia Association host event, including firepits and S'mores kits, live music, ice sculpture and more
Here's a run-down of holiday events happening across Howard County, from tree and bridge lightings to Hanukkah celebrations.
Seasons 52 hosts annual fundraiser for Grassroots, Howard County's only 24-7 crisis intervention center and shelter for the homeless
Register today for the magical event Breakfast with Santa Dec. 3 and Dec. 10 at Seasons 52 restaurant.
The Living Farm Heritage Museum's annual tree lighting, the Bollman Bridge lighting and a tree lighting at Baldwin Common will be Dec. 3.
If you're ready to put up your Christmas tree but aren't sure where to find a real one in Howard County, check out our listings.
More than 300,000 bulbs and a giant 150-foot screen sets the scene for a magical holiday experience at the annual Symphony of Lights.
A holiday tree lighting heralds the opening of the ice rink at Color Burst Park in the Merriweather District Friday, Nov. 18.
Here are a handful of restaurants open in Howard County on Thanksgiving.
The Howard County Police Department offers several tips for children and adults so everyone can enjoy a safe Halloween.
Check out these spooktacular displays in Howard County this Halloween.
Tis the season to enjoy a haunted corn maze, a Ravens-themed corn maze and a fairy forest in Howard County this fall.
Pages are full of fun detailed objects to identify (like the cover)
How a family of special children use creativity to celebrate Christmas!
What do you plan on buying Mom for Mother's Day? If you're planning to take her to brunch, make that reservation in Columbia soon.
Mother's Day is Sunday; here are some options for brunch or dinner to show mom how much you care.
If you'd rather gather at a restaurant for an Easter holiday meal, Patch has a few options for you to consider.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball, along with Gov. Larry Hogan, helped kick off the Holy Month of Ramadan with CAIR over the weekend.
Make an appointment today for a pet or kids photo session with the bunny in time for Easter. The bunny is set up at The Mall in Columbia.
The community can celebrate Kwanzaa virtually on the Howard County Office of Human Rights & Equity Facebook page Thursday at 6 p.m.
Fewer Christmas trees will be available this year due to supply chain delays.
Halloween fun is right around the corner, and you don’t have to travel far to find the best fall pumpkins in the Columbia area in 2021.
Patch has rounded up some fun residential Halloween yard haunts submitted by readers in Howard County.
Halloween and fun are right around the corner, and you don’t have to travel far to find the best fall pumpkins in the Columbia area.
There's only a couple of weeks left to get the biggest pumpkin for Halloween in the Columbia area.
Early October is a great time to pick up the biggest pumpkin possible at Columbia area pumpkin patches.
Early October is an excellent time to visit a pumpkin patch in the Columbia area.
Pumpkin patches in the Columbia area are gearing up for the peak season.
There are a number of pumpkin patches in the Columbia area. Here are some of the most prominent ones.
There are many pumpkin patches in the Columbia area. Here are some of the most popular ones.
From 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Sunday's July 4th celebration, first and second doses of all three vaccines will be available.
Publish a photo of pops on the Columbia Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.
Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on the Columbia Patch.
Treat Mom to an unforgettable experience on the water featuring signature cocktails and specialty food offerings
More eateries in Columbia may be open for Mother’s Day 2021, but it’s a good idea to reserve a spot now. Others offer pickup deals.
Despite the pandemic, it might still be possible to safely find a quality Christmas tree this year in the Columbia area.