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Visit Howard County, Maryland

Name: Visit Howard County, Maryland
Address: 8267 Main Street, Ellicott City, MD, 21043, US
Telephone: 800-288-TRIP (8747)
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Visit Howard County, Maryland Howard County, Where Maryland Comes Together!

04/25/2025

Do you love brick oven pizza, farm brewed beer, and historic architecture? Then you need to plan a trip to Manor Hill Tavern, which was just named "The Most Charming Restaurant in Maryland" by lovefood.com

https://www.lovefood.com/gallerylist/70705/the-most-charming-restaurant-in-every-state

Surrounded yourself in historic charm on your visit to Ellicott City, then treat yourself to incredible dining featuring Neapolitan-style pizzas and seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients. You can even dine overlooking the Tiber River, since the Manor Hill Beer Garden has officially opened for the season!

Come for the food, stay for the charm. 💛

04/24/2025

Mark your calendars book lovers! 📚 Books in Bloom returns on May 10th, 10AM - 4PM in Color Burst Park! 😍

Meet award winning authors and enjoy family fun in the Merriweather District at the Annual Books in Bloom celebration. Explore at an outdoor bookstore, make your own flower bouquet, and enter giveaways on site! 💐

Bring your book club and make a day of it with lunch at one of the fantastic restaurants in Downtown Columbia.

Read more about this reading celebration in this recent feature by The Baltimore Sun: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2025/04/15/ninth-books-in-bloom-returns-may-10/

04/23/2025

Celebrate National Picnic Day by exploring the incredible parks found in Howard County! Today Maryland's Best and WJZ-TV | CBS Baltimore sampled incredible local Maryland products while taking in the wonderful lakeside view at Centennial Park.

There's no better way to spend a spring day than by supporting local and enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors.

Plan your visit to a Howard County park today!

https://www.visithowardcounty.com/blog/post/parks-howard-county-maryland/

04/22/2025

Happy Earth Day! Howard County is a great place to visit and enjoy the beauty of our planet, or join in a community celebration!

On April 26th, from 10AM - 2PM, celebrate Earth Day and the 35th Anniversary of The Howard County Conservancy with tree planting, garden tours, children's nature activities, and much more!

Find details and more Earth Day ideas at https://www.visithowardcounty.com/blog/post/earth-day-events-in-howard-county/

📷️: Eastern Swallowtail Butterfly photographed by Richard Orr

04/22/2025

Sip, stroll & savor through the scenic Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods during Wine in the Woods on May 17th-18th, 2025! This annual wine festival is your ticket to an experience packed with charm, music, and of course delicious wines.

Get your tickets today!🍷

04/21/2025

Keep busy this spring with events and festivals throughout Howard County, Maryland! 🌸 🌱 🌷⁠

Check out some of this week's exciting events, and find more on the online events calendar: https://www.visithowardcounty.com/events/

🎸 April 25th & 26th: An Evening of The Eagles at The Collective Encore
🌷 April 26th: SpringFest in Historic Ellicott City
🌼 April 26th: Feast of Blessed Giles Spring Festival at Little Portion Farm
🎺 April 26th: Jazz in the Woods in Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods
🦋 April 26th: Earth Day and Anniversary Open House at The Howard County Conservancy
✨ April 27th: Charmed Farm Festival with Clover Luck Stables and Drama Learning Center at Manor Hill Brewing
🪻 April 27th: Belmont's Spring Open House & Venue Showcase at Belmont Manor & Historic Park
🎵 April 27th: Maryland Winds: A Stroll in the Park in Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods

See you there! 💛

04/20/2025

Hoppy Easter Howard County! 🐣🐰

We hope your day is filled with sunshine, and your Easter Basket is filled with sweet treats like 'Peeps with pants', chocolate bunnies, and vanilla creme eggs! 🍫

📸: Sweet Cascades Chocolatier

04/19/2025

Experience the charm of the Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival!

Visit the Howard County Fairgrounds for a weekend celebrating all things Wool! Explore sheep shearing demos, 250+ vendors, live music, unique artisan crafts, and over 600 sheep! 🐑

Mark your calendar for May 3rd & 4th, 2025 and join in the family-friendly fun.

Find more details at: https://www.visithowardcounty.com/events/annual-events/maryland-sheep-and-wool-festival/

04/17/2025

🌸 SpringFest is almost here! 🌷

Visit Historic Ellicott City on April 26th for a day filled with music, great food, and fun family activities! Shop at local artisans for handmade gifts and explore unique boutiques along Main Street. Your kids will love learning about pollinators, making spring crafts, and exploring educational sensory experiences. 💛🌼🐝

☀️ Read more in the recent SpringFest feature in The Baltimore Sun: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2025/04/16/celebrate-springs-arrival-with-fun-at-howard-countys-springfest-2025/

📷: The Baltimore Sun

04/16/2025

This Earth Day, visit Howard County to celebrate the beauty of nature and join in the celebrations for our planet. 🪴

On April 19th, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, explore Earth Day Celebrations in Color Burst Park where you'll experience a live DJ, DIY workshops, recycling relays, and a Sustainable Maker's Market with eco-friendly accessories and local art. 🌱

This is a great event for spring photos with lots of immersive photo ops! 💚

Make sure to come hungry and stay to enjoy lunch at one of the delicious restaurants found in the Merriweather District!

🌎 More Earth Day events at https://www.visithowardcounty.com/blog/post/earth-day-events-in-howard-county/ 🌎

04/15/2025

Explore Howard County's spring beauty with the Patuxent Challenge! 🌸⁠
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Discover Maryland's largest river while completing the , a series of outdoor activities throughout the Patuxent River watershed.⁠ One stop in the challenge is Carroll Baldwin Hall where you can enjoy a 2-mile round-trip walk to the scenic Savage Mill Trail
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Find more information about the Patuxent Challenge at https://www.visithowardcounty.com/blog/post/thepatuxentchallenge/

📷️: Carroll Baldwin Hall

04/14/2025

Join in the fun in the great outdoors with exciting events in Howard County that help you celebrate our planet and the spring season! 🐣🌷🌼

🐰 April 12th - 19th: Egg Hunts at Clark's Elioak Farm
🎵 April 18th 6-8PM Concerts in the Courtyards returns to Little Market Café: Work in Progress
🐣 April 19th: Mary's Land Farm Easter Eggstraveganza
🌳 April 19: Earth Day at Color Burst Park in the Merriweather District
🌱 April 19th: Earth Day Celebration at Clarksville Commons
💚 April 19th: Chrysalis Kids: Culture Queen at Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods
🐇 April 19th: KidsFest 2025 at Meadowbrook Park hosted by Howard County Recreation and Parks
🍺 April 19th: Beer & Oyster Fest at Manor Hill Brewing

Find these events and more on the Visit Howard County Blog and events calendar!

https://www.visithowardcounty.com/events/

04/13/2025

Treat yourself to a special sweet treat at The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar on Main Street in Historic Ellicott City.

Get your best bunnies together this spring break for the April special shake, 'So Egg-Stra'!🐰💗🥕

📷️: The Crazy Mason Old Ellicott City

04/12/2025

Whether you're fueling up before hitting the trails or winding down after a day at the park, find the perfect restaurants nearby in Howard County!

Plan a visit to Western Regional Park for sports, fun, and cherry blossom trees. After your outdoor adventures, stop by Walker's Tap & Table for incredible scratch-made American food with live music on Wednesdays & Thursdays from 6 to 9PM. Try their delicious brick oven pizzas!

Find more great parks and bite combinations at https://www.visithowardcounty.com/blog/post/parks-bites-the-perfect-pairing-for-outdoor-delights/

📷: Walker's Tap & Table

04/11/2025

Get ready wine lovers! Wine in the Woods returns on May 17th & 18th!🍷

Experience the enchantment of Wine in the Woods, where you'll enjoy specialty curated Maryland wines, live music, delicious bites, and artisan vendors. Explore the festivities while taking in the beauty of Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods

Plan your wine tasting adventure at https://www.visithowardcounty.com/events/annual-events/wine-in-the-woods/

📷: Photos courtesy of Howard County Recreation and Parks

04/11/2025

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04/09/2025

Join us for a FREE, family-friendly celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander culture in the heart of Downtown Columbia, Maryland!

On May 10th from 12PM - 5PM find community and connection while enjoying live music, dance performances, diverse food vendors, and cultural games & crafts.

Learn more at: https://www.visithowardcounty.com/events/annual-events/asian-american-and-pacific-islander-festival/

04/07/2025

Hop on over to Howard County for egg hunts, spring celebrations, and more! 🐰🌸

This weekend is packed with exciting events you don't want to miss:
April 12th: Easter Eggstraveganza at Mary's Land Farm
April 12th: ❗RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 1st.❗Color Fun Run / Walk and Holi Celebration at Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods
April 12th: Spring Eggstravaganza for Tots at Robinson Nature Center
April 12th: Unwind and Uncork: Spring Yoga at Penn Oaks Winery
April 12th: Egg Hunt Days return to Clark's Elioak Farm
April 12th Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue visits Manor Hill Brewing
April 12th: Special Event Saturdays - Spring Planting at The Ellicott Mills Children's Museum (Howard County Historical Society)
April 13th: Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Main Event
April 13th: English Garden Tea with Poetry at The Elkridge Furnace Inn and Garden House

Plus catch cherry blossom trees blooming across the county!

Be sure to confirm event details with organizers. Find more spring events and activities at https://www.visithowardcounty.com/events

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8267 Main Street
Ellicott City, MD
21043

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

800-288-TRIP (8747)

Website

http://www.VisitHowardCounty.com/

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