# Event Details - **Event Name**: Howard County Pride Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for the Howard County Pride Festival, a free, inclusive, and welcoming celebration of the LGBTQ+ community!About this EventHoCo Pride is a vibrant, family-friendly celebration that brings together thousands of community members, allies, families, and friends. This year, we’re celebrating with the theme “Exist, Persist, Love!” It’s a reminder of the strength, resilience, and joy of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as the importance of creating spaces where everyone can show up, be seen, and celebrate who they are.Howard County Pride 2026 features:Phenomenal performers on the Chrysalis stageOver 130 vendors and exhibitors lining the pathwaysA dozen food trucks and stallsGames, crafts, and activities throughout the parkSo much more!Festival Rules:The following items are prohibited at the Festival:Large coolers / any hard-sided coolers (small soft-sided lunch bags and similar are acceptable);Wagons / dollies / carts (all strollers and mobility devices are welcomed);Lawn chairs (except for those brought in during load-in before guests are onsite and remaining at your table);Balloons;Inflatable balls;Confetti;Glitter;Uncooked Rice;Sparklers;Open flames;Lit Candles;Fake flowers / flower petals that do not remain within a container or vase;Nails / screws / tacks / staples / tape that are accessible to the public without supervision;Feathers / feather boas with feathers that fall off the boa;Loose beads that are not contained;Outside alcohol;Lawn chairs;Weapons of any kind;Toy weapons;Frisbees or other throwing items;Laser pointers;Pets (service animals always welcome); andAnd any other item deemed unsuitable for an outdoor venue.About the Inner Arbor TrustThe Trust is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization incorporated in Maryland. The mission of the Inner Arbor Trust is to promote and nurture a park in a unique natural setting for a variety of arts and culture experiences that enrich the entire community. The Trust works to develop Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods into a destination arts and culture park. In addition to operating the Chrysalis amphitheater, the Trust manages a substantial portion of the Park for recreational use. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/bfffd140-a63f-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w740-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/c00e5030-a63f-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1128-h740-dcf8c898-gmir.jpg ParkingParking for Howard County Pride will be in Lot 2 (Garage) and Lot 2 (Flat). You can find a link to the map hereLot 2 (Garage)PARKING GARAGE, 6’ 8” max. clearanceWALKING TIME: 5 minutesADDRESS:11000 Broken Land Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044GPS:39.210653, -76.866819DIRECTIONS:From points North (Baltimore): Take I-95 South to Route 100 West towards Columbia. Continue on Route 100 West to Route 29 South towards Columbia. Continue on 29 South to Exit 18 towards Columbia Town Center, turn Left at the traffic light onto Broken Land Parkway. Turn right at next light onto Hickory Ridge Road. Follow signage, you will be directed to parking location upon arrival.From points South (DC/VA): Take I-95 North to Route 32 West towards Columbia. Take Route 32 West to Route 29 North. Follow Route 29 North to Broken Land Parkway, Exit 18 towards Columbia Town Center, stay in the right lane. At the light, turn right onto Hickory Ridge Road. Follow signage, you will be directed to parking location upon arrival.Lot 2 (Flat)SURFACE LOTWALKING TIME: 5 minutesADDRESS:11000 Broken Land Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21044GPS:39.20969, -76.86635From points North (Baltimore): Take I-95 South to Route 100 West towards Columbia. Continue on Route 100 West to Route 29 South towards Columbia. Continue on 29 South to Exit 18 towards Columbia Town Center, turn Left at the traffic light onto Broken Land Parkway. Turn right at next light onto Hickory Ridge Road. Follow signage, you will be directed to parking location upon arrival.From points South (DC/VA): Take I-95 North to Route 32 West towards Columbia. Take Route 32 West to Route 29 North. Follow Route 29 North to Broken Land Parkway, Exit 18 towards Columbia Town Center, stay in the right lane. At the light, turn right onto Hickory Ridge Road. Follow signage, you will be directed to parking location upon arrival. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbia/howard-county-pride-festival/100001995592643316 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Festivals, Art, Entertainment, food-drinks, performances - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Columbia - **state**: MD - **country**: United States - **location**: The Chrysalis, Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods - **lat**: 39.2114404 - **long**: -76.85998159999997 - **full address**: The Chrysalis, Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods, 10431 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Howard County Pride Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/754598d6898bef342d1365e2c248059e80f9bf043887126085c03f7907fc524e-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1788292827 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Howard County Pride Festival being held? - **A:** Howard County Pride Festival takes place on Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Chrysalis, Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods, 10431 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Howard County Pride Festival? - **A:** Howard County Pride Festival is organized by Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Howard County Pride Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Columbia, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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