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Memorial Day Weekend Happenings Around Howard County

Posted on May 17, 2019

Memorial Day is the unofficial kick-off of the summer season. Check out these events happening Memorial Day weekend near your Dorsey home to start the season off right!  From a flag making workshop to strawberry picking, make your way to one of these events and make the most of your three day Memorial Day weekend in Howard County!

Flag Workshop

This popular DIY workshop gives attendees the opportunity to create their own flag signs just in time for Memorial Day. Held at Board and Brush Creative Studio on May 23rd, less than twenty minutes away from ourRockburn Estatescommunity in Ellicott City, this is the ideal way for your entire family to kick-off Memorial Day weekend!

The FantasyWood Festival

A  hometown event favorite returns to Howard County this Memorial Day weekend! Held at Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods, the FantasyWood Festival is a magical three-day experience your little ones will love! Meet mermaids, fairies, watch knights duel, and even see a live unicorn! With 40 specialty vendors, different themed areas, amazing entertainers, and kid-friendly activities, this is truly an event everyone can enjoy.

Flag Replacement Ceremony at Good Shepherd’s Cemetery

Honor those who have served this Memorial Day. Join the VFW Post 7472 & Auxiliary members this May 25th for a special Flag Replacement at Good Shepherd’s Cemetery. The group will meet at the cemetery at 10:00 am and begin shortly thereafter. Following the ceremony, there will be a delicious luncheon at the VFW Post for participants to indulge in.

Strawberry Picking

The Gorman Strawberry Farm is expected to open their fields for seasonal strawberry picking any day now! Head to this Howard County Farm in Highland, less than twenty minutes away from our fast sellingPine AcresCommunity in Elkridge, and grab some fresh strawberries for your Memorial Day fruit salads.