Columbia Festival of the Arts

Columbia Festival of the Arts Your Summer Starts Here! The Columbia Festival of the Arts is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit.

Founded in 1987, the Festival’s popularity and growth has transformed it into one of the Baltimore/Washington Corridor’s premiere summer arts events. Each summer the Festival presents a brand new season of world-class events, including gala performances, exhibitions, free concerts, family activities, master classes, workshops and community dialogues. The Festival brings together the arts community

, businesses, local schools, and individuals to create an annual event that shines a spotlight, not only on the arts, but on the Howard County community as a Maryland showplace. The Festival is dependent upon a variety of funding sources, including grants, corporate sponsorships and individual donations. The funds are used to subsidize Festival programming costs in order to make the arts accessible for people across a broad spectrum of social, cultural and economic strata. The Festival’s focus is on reaching out and embracing the vast and diverse community that exists in the region. Now in its 36th year, the Festival continues to thrive thanks to our ecosystem of artists, stagehands, volunteers, community partners, donors, and sponsors who are committed to its success.

Thanks for coming out, Kramer & Jess - Mix 106.5 Mornings! Join us today for the last day of Columbia Festival of the Ar...
06/22/2025

Thanks for coming out, Kramer & Jess - Mix 106.5 Mornings! Join us today for the last day of Columbia Festival of the Arts - Free LakeFest Weekend.

It's the last day of Free LakeFest Weekend - let's end it on a high note! 🎶 From 12pm – 7pm, enjoy a full afternoon of l...
06/22/2025

It's the last day of Free LakeFest Weekend - let's end it on a high note! 🎶 From 12pm – 7pm, enjoy a full afternoon of live music featuring the Wilde Lake Steel Drum Band, Patuxent Jazz Band, Birckhead, TAE & The Neighborly, and the Glenelg Jazz Ensemble. The Fine Arts & Crafts Show is from 11am - 6pm today, so come early to shop incredible handmade items. And while you're here, grab a bite to eat from the food trucks, vote in the Umbrellas Abound contest, and check out the interactive exhibits and kids activities! See the full schedule at columbiafestival.org.

The energy is going strong at Free LakeFest Weekend, but the night is just getting started! 🎊🎈 Grab dinner from one of o...
06/21/2025

The energy is going strong at Free LakeFest Weekend, but the night is just getting started! 🎊🎈 Grab dinner from one of our food trucks, relax at the beer & wine garden, and catch the rest of tonight's incredible performances - Raul Midón, Novalima, Sinkane, and Bassel & The Supernaturals are taking the stage. Don't forget to stop by the Fine Arts & Crafts Show before it closes at 8pm. Are you joining us tonight? Find all festival details at columbiafestival.org.

It's Saturday at the Free LakeFest Weekend, and we've got a full day of music, art, food, and fun ahead! 🎨🎵 Starting at ...
06/21/2025

It's Saturday at the Free LakeFest Weekend, and we've got a full day of music, art, food, and fun ahead! 🎨🎵 Starting at 12pm until 10:30pm, enjoy performances on the LakeStage from Carroll County Dance Center, Song Riot, Movement in Music Ensemble, Alysha Brilla, Raul Midón, Novalima, Sinkane, and Bassel & The Supernaturals! The festival opens at 11am, so arrive early to explore 50+ artisan vendors, hands-on art activities, vote in the Umbrellas Abound contest, and enjoy a wide variety of food and drink options. For all festival details like parking, hours, and performance times, visit columbiafestival.org.

Tonight's the night! We’ve kicked off LakeFest with an incredible evening of live music on the LakeStage. From now until...
06/20/2025

Tonight's the night! We’ve kicked off LakeFest with an incredible evening of live music on the LakeStage. From now until 10:30pm, don’t miss performances by Gaby Moreno and Zach Person. Plus, grab dinner from a food truck and shop unique gifts and fine art from over 50 talented artisans. It's all part of the Free LakeFest Weekend! Check out the full schedule at columbiafestival.org.

Columbia Festival of the Arts - Free LakeFest Weekend kicks off TODAY at 5pm! 🎉 Join us at the Lakefront as we start sum...
06/20/2025

Columbia Festival of the Arts - Free LakeFest Weekend kicks off TODAY at 5pm! 🎉 Join us at the Lakefront as we start summer off right with a weekend full of live music, food, and fun - rain or shine. Don't forget to bring your lawn chairs so you can relax and enjoy an evening of incredible performances on the LakeStage. Parking reminder: free parking is available at the Wincopin Circle parking garage and the Sterrett Place lot (5575 Sterrett Place) - do NOT park at Whole Foods Market. We can't wait to get started! For the full festival lineup, visit columbiafestival.org.

Heading to Columbia Festival of the Arts - Free LakeFest Weekend this weekend? Make sure you know where to park before t...
06/19/2025

Heading to Columbia Festival of the Arts - Free LakeFest Weekend this weekend? Make sure you know where to park before the fun begins! 🚗 Free parking (including accessible spaces) is available nearby the Lakefront at the Wincopin Circle parking garage. Visitors can also park at the Sterrett Place surface lot, located at 5575 Sterrett Place, Columbia, Maryland 21044. Please DO NOT park at Whole Foods Market. We can’t wait to see you at LakeFest weekend for three days full of music, art, and celebration! 🎶

Columbia Festival of the Arts - Free LakeFest Weekend kicks off TOMORROW, June 20 - 22! Navigate the festivities with ou...
06/19/2025

Columbia Festival of the Arts - Free LakeFest Weekend kicks off TOMORROW, June 20 - 22! Navigate the festivities with our handy festival map. If you're looking for a specific artist, check out the full list on our website: columbiafestival.org/lakefest-map-booth-info

The Invitational Fine Arts & Crafts Show at Columbia Festival of the Arts - Free LakeFest Weekend is almost here! With o...
06/18/2025

The Invitational Fine Arts & Crafts Show at Columbia Festival of the Arts - Free LakeFest Weekend is almost here! With over 50 talented artisans showcasing everything from functional art to wearable pieces at a variety of price points, you're sure to find something that speaks to you.

Check out a preview of their work on our online gallery at columbiafestival.org, and make sure to shop from them in-person! Which artist are you excited to see?

We can't wait to welcome you to Columbia Festival of the Arts - Free LakeFest Weekend - and yes, please come hungry! Whe...
06/17/2025

We can't wait to welcome you to Columbia Festival of the Arts - Free LakeFest Weekend - and yes, please come hungry! Whether you're craving lunch, dinner, or a small sweet treat, we've got a mouth watering variety of food and drink vendors to choose from all weekend long.

Grab your friends, bring your appetite, and meet us at LakeFest! Visit our website for the full schedule and vendor info: columbiafestival.org

At Columbia Festival of the Arts - Free LakeFest Weekend, experience the Umbrellas Abound contest, hosted by the Columbi...
06/16/2025

At Columbia Festival of the Arts - Free LakeFest Weekend, experience the Umbrellas Abound contest, hosted by the Columbia Association Art Center. Enjoy 60 vibrant, decorated golf umbrellas around Lake Kittamaqundi, each inspired by the theme, "Bringing Unity to CommUNITY through the Sounds of Music." Vote for your favorites over the weekend! The winners are announced on Sunday, June 22 at 1pm. Learn more about the FREE weekend, June 20 - 22, at columbiafestival.org

After hitting the food trucks at Columbia Festival of the Arts - Free LakeFest Weekend, we know you'll need a sweet trea...
06/13/2025

After hitting the food trucks at Columbia Festival of the Arts - Free LakeFest Weekend, we know you'll need a sweet treat. (Or two. Or...just one more, for the road. 😉) LakeFest has all kinds of snacks, sips, and desserts to satisfy every tastebud, with AppleCore's Bake Shoppe, Ben & Jerry's, Bmore Mochichi, Diga Coffee Bar, Firenzes Gelato, Kona Ice of Howard County, Kettle Krazed & Infused, Nina's Cookies Explosion, Pretzelphoria, and Wight Tea Company onsite.

See the full line up of vendors at columbiafestival.org.

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Office: 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway
Columbia, MD
21044

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

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