There’s a lot happening in the northwest—from family events to farmers markets to cultural activities. The Northwest Voice attempts to verify the accuracy of this calendar, as of Aug. 17, 2026, which will be regularly updated. Be sure to double-check the event dates and times, as they are subject to change.
Cultural and Community Events
Community Picnic. Julian Jones hosts his 14 annual community picnic on Aug. 29, 12-7 p.m. at Northwest Regional Park, 4515 Deer Park Rd. in Owings Mills. Info: 410-887-3389, council4@baltimorecountymd.gov
BCPS Fest. Saturday, Aug. 22, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at New Town High School, 4931 New Town Boulevard in Owings Mills. Celebrate the 2026-27 Baltimore County Public Schools academic year with fun activities, resources and info on job opportunities. Details: https://www.bcps.org/community/bcpsfest
Cultural Festival. Baltimore County African American Cultural Festival celebrates its 30th year on Saturday, Sept. 19, starting at 10 a.m. at 400 Washington Ave. in Towson. The event features a youth entrepreneur and entertainment zone, music, vendors and more. Details: https://bcaacfest.org/
Music and Entertainment
See live performances around the county before the summer ends. Bring your own chairs, purchase food and support any vendors the events may have. Get schedules and details on the event or host’s social media.
Liberty Live! returns on Fridays, June 26, July 24, and Aug. 21, 6 to 9 p.m., at 8212 Liberty Road (formerly Ollie’s/Shoppers location) in Windsor Mill. Greater Randallstown Community Development Organization is the sponsor.
Music on Main Street, the 10-week concert series, is being hosted by the Reisterstown Improvement Association on Fridays from 6:30 to 9 p.m. through Aug. 21 at Franklin Middle School, 10 Cockeys Mill Rd. in Reisterstown.
Frederick Road Fridays. This concert series is held at 15 Mellor Ave. in Catonsville from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. June 5 through Aug. 28.
The Lurman Woodland Theatre Concert series takes place Saturday and Sundays starting June 6-7 and runs through Aug. 29-30 at 425 Bloomsbury Ave. in Catonsville.
Farmers Markets
In addition to the usual offerings of fresh produce, some of the markets feature jewelry, apparel, crafts and homemade goods.
Pikesville Farmers Market
The Pikesville Farmers Market operates Tuesdays through Nov. 24, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Pikesville Armory, 640 Reisterstown Road, a new location.
Catonsville Farmers Market
The Christian Temple, 5820 Edmondson Ave., Catonsville, Wednesdays, through Nov. 25, 10 a.m. to noon.
Catonsville Sunday Farmers Market
15 Mellor Rd., Catonsville, Sundays, through Nov. 22, 9 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. Hosted by Greater Catonsville Chamber of Commerce
Northwest Chamber Farmers Market
Hilton Garden Inn-Owings Mills, 4200 Owings Mills Blvd., Wednesdays, June 10 to Oct. 14, 3 to 7 p.m.
Reisterstown Farmers Market
120 Main St., in front of Franklin Middle School, Reisterstown. Sundays, June 9 to Sept. 27, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. Hosted by Reisterstown Improvement Association.
Public Meetings
See a list of Baltimore County government, Board of Education, County Council and other public meetings here.
Share Information on Your Free Community Event.
We will consider your event if it is free, open to the public, and located in western sector of Baltimore County. Email info@nwvoicenews.com with the event name, organization sponsor, date and time and submitter’s contact information. Type REQUEST-COMMUNITY EVENT in the subject line.
A variety of bands performed at the Liberty Live and Foundry Row concert series. Photos: Janet Anderson, Northwest Voice.