Things to do

Baltimore’s cheekiest competition, the infamous Hampden Toilet Bowl Races, is returning Sept. 14, ending a yearslong hiatus for the race.

Here’s how to celebrate fall at Maryland events — while perhaps making your mark on social media.

Food historian Joyce White marks her first book, “Cooking Maryland’s Way: Voices of a Diverse Cuisine,” with a lecture and book signing Sunday. It’s one of seven great things to do in the coming week in the Annapolis area.

Seven things to do in Howard County from Sept. 5 to Sept 11.

Whether you want to see Ginuwine or Kirk Franklin, visit Canton Waterfront Park or let out some laughs, we’ve got you covered.

September means it’s peak pawpaw season in Maryland. Here’s where you can find — and celebrate — the greenish-yellow fruit with a custard-like flesh.

Launched by two Baltimore-natives in 2022, Our Parks Too! is a campaign that encourages Black people to visit and enjoy the country’s national parks system.

Check out these early autumn art exhibitions in Baltimore that defy expectations, according to BmoreArt.

From a Caribbean wine festival to a Ravens paint party, here are some of the activities coming up in the county for the week ending Sept. 4.

Whether you want to see Boosie Badazz and Webbie, visit the Maryland Renaissance Festival or learn about Baltimore’s skating culture, we’ve got you covered.

The Annapolis Symphony Orchestra will play Christian Won’s six-minute composition, “iPhone Variations for Orchestra,” this weekend at its annual Pops in the Park concerts. The late summer show is a Labor Day tradition at Quiet Waters Park, now expanded to Downs Park in Pasadena.

The extra rainy start to Maryland’s summer saw makes it likely Baltimore will have a year without a jellyfish invasion, experts said.

From trivia to petting reptiles and other critters, there’s plenty to keep you busy in Howard County for the week ending Aug. 29.

The king and queen of the Maryland Renaissance Festival are ready for you. Fred Nelson and Laurie Simonds return Saturday for opening day at the long-running, singular Maryland event. It’s one of seven things to do around Annapolis during the week ending Aug. 29.

Whether you want to see Usher, visit the Maryland State Fair or treat your dog to a day of fun, we’ve got you covered.

Ice cream shops don't offer just run-of-the-mill flavors anymore. We tried some of the weirdest ones out there.

Whether you want to visit a dog-friendly happy hour or see some loud monster trucks, we’ve got you covered.

All attendees will receive a Preakness Stakes souvenir glass and have the opportunity to grab other merchandise, such as T-shirts and baseball caps, while supplies last.

Suddenly, it feels like peak summer: your colleagues and friends are on vacation while you’re stuck at home. But don’t fret — There are plenty of things to do in Howard County that will make you feel like you’re on vacation, from concerts and outdoor movies to a drag brunch.

The next few weeks may be the best time to visit Great Frogs Winery in Annapolis, just as the harvest begins. You could also catch the Annapolis Chamber Music Festival or check out the Halal Food Fest.