There’s a lot happening in the northwest—from farmers markets to cultural activities to important government meetings. This calendar has been revised as of Aug. 30, 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
Reisterstown Festival. Sept. 11-12, Hannah More property, 12035 Reisterstown Road, 21136. Parade along Main Street Saturday 9 to 10:45 a.m. Festival 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fireworks at dusk. Sunday activities 11:30 to 5 p.m. Hosted by Reisterstown Recreation Council. Details: https://reisterstownfestival.com/
The Cookout. Festival celebration of Black culture hosted by Associated Black Charities on Sept. 12, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Pikesville Armory, 640 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville. Details: citybiz.co.
Cultural Festival. The 30th Baltimore County African American Cultural Festival Saturday, Sept. 19, starting at 10 a.m., 400 Washington Ave. in Towson. The event features a youth entrepreneur and entertainment zone, music, vendors and more. Details: bcaacfest.org/
Catonsville Fall Festival. Saturday, Sept. 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., The Children’s Home, 205 Bloomsbury Ave., 21228. Rain date Oct. 3. Enjoy local artists and crafters, food, vendors, petting zoo, more. Formerly Catonsville Arts and Crafts Festival. Details:Catonsville.org
Power of Expo. Thursday, Oct. 22, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium, 21093. Hosted by the Baltimore County Department of Aging, this event showcases resources, services and information on how to live longer and live well. Take advantage of health screenings, vaccinations, assistance with Medicare drug plans, and more. This event was formerly the Baby Boomer and Senior Expo. Details: powerofageexpo.com
Senior Center Events. Check out the Baltimore County senior centers’ calendar of events for activities at Catonsville, Liberty, Reisterstown, Woodlawn and other locations. Details: baltimorecountymd.gov/departments/aging/centers
Music and Entertainment
Most of the summer live concerts that were held around the county have ended.
Farmers Markets
In addition to the usual offerings of fresh produce, some of the markets feature jewelry, apparel, crafts and homemade goods.
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 Road in Catonsville, Sundays, through Nov. 22, 9 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. Hosted by Greater Catonsville Chamber of Commerce.
Northwest Community Farmers Market
Hilton Garden Inn-Owings Mills, 4200 Owings Mills Blvd., Wednesdays, through to Oct. 14, 3 to 7 p.m. Hosted by the Northwest Chamber of Commerce.
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 this year. Hosted by the Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce.
Reisterstown Farmers Market
120 Main St., in front of Franklin Middle School, Reisterstown. Sundays, through 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.
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