Things to do

It’s gloomy out, but fear not, the weekend will be here soon, and fun events abound throughout the county. Here’s a snapshot of things to do through Wednesday May 21.

This is the time of year for Baltimore’s birds – those pint-sized songsters whose bold tangerine sets off beautifully against the green trees.

Once one of the most debaucherous day-drinking parties in the mid-Atlantic, the Preakness Stakes’ infield has evolved into an increasingly tamer event.

Whether you want to mosh at a free Turnstile concert, explore the Remington neighborhood or celebrate Greek food and culture, we’ve got you covered.

This week, treat your mom to a Mother’s Day activity, attend several literary-themed events or enjoy some trivia.

Two of the best-known arts companies in Annapolis will join up Saturday for a concert at Maryland Hall aimed at hooking young audiences on classic music and dance.

Greenbrier State Park and Sandy Point State Park, both popular destinations during warm seasons because of their water access, will require passes beginning May 24.

Here are some things to do in Baltimore County for the week ending Wednesday May 14.

The city’s fading collection of commercial signs painted on buildings can be found all over Charm City.

The weather is warming, and school is almost out. Here’s a list of amusement parks, big and small, that are all more or less doable as a day trip from Baltimore.

Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor in Bowie will close after the 2025 operating season on Nov. 2.

Seven things to do in Howard County, including a Star Wars parade and sheep and wool festival.

Whether you want to cheer on the charming Kinetic Sculpture Race, enjoy plants at Flower Mart or rock out to Linkin Park, we’ve got you covered.

The first weekend in May is one of the busiest of the year in Annapolis, with festivals celebrating books, food, art and music. Oh, and you can catch a new stage production, too.

Spring has arrived in Baltimore County, from the return of Catonsville’s farmers market to the 56th annual Towsontown Spring Festival.

If you’re looking for places to eat, shop and visit, follow this guide to some favorite Black-owned businesses in Baltimore.

Whether you want to experience a hot jazz festival, see the popular stand-up comedian Nikki Glaser or run a 5K for charity, we’ve got you covered.

The Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show brings boat displays and scores of vendors, food and entertainment to City Dock this weekend. Along with ballet and theater, it’s one of seven great things to do in Annapolis in the coming week.

From a talk on Maryland’s mythical beasts to free jazz music at Merriweather’s Chrysalis stage, here are seven things to do in Howard County for April 24 through May 1.

The Baltimore County Public Library is taking a page from the Pratt library’s playbook and engaging the public with lively talks, much-needed services and even some parent-and-me desks so you can take your child to the library and get some work done.