Columbia Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Columbia, MD, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 13, 2026
Events take place across Columbia throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
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Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.- Nov 18, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — POP / ROCK, Best Value: Dan Navarro at The Collective Encore,
10221 Wincopin Cir, Columbia, MD 21044, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $42, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats - Jan 23, 2027, 8:00 PM Sat — R&B / SOUL, Weekend Event: Shemekia Copeland at The Collective Encore, 10221 Wincopin Cir, Columbia, MD 21044, US. From $71, Avg. price ~ $84, Tickets Available: 33. Select Seats
- Jun 25, 2027, 7:00 PM Fri — ALTERNATIVE: Lizzy McAlpine, Searows & Post Animal at Merriweather Post Pavilion • 19319 seats, 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044, US. From $54, Avg. price ~ $226, Tickets Available: 680, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Jul 16, 2027, 7:30 PM Fri — POP / ROCK: Matchbox Twenty & David Gray at Merriweather Post Pavilion • 19319 seats, 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044, US. From $43, Avg. price ~ $557, Tickets Available: 247, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Jul 21, 2027, 7:00 PM Wed — POP / ROCK: Greta Van Fleet, Portugal. The Man & Friko at Merriweather Post Pavilion • 19319 seats, 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $186, Tickets Available: 997, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Jul 22, 2027, 7:00 PM Thu — COUNTRY / FOLK, High Demand: Riley Green, Muscadine Bloodline, Jake Worthington & Hannah McFarland at Merriweather Post Pavilion • 19319 seats, 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $425, Tickets Available: 1042, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Jul 23, 2027, 7:00 PM Fri — R&B / SOUL: Leon Bridges & Kokoroko at Merriweather Post Pavilion • 19319 seats, 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044, US. From $61, Avg. price ~ $186, Tickets Available: 2379, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Sep 30, 2027, 7:30 PM Thu — ALTERNATIVE: Fontaines D.C. at Merriweather Post Pavilion • 19319 seats, 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $143, Tickets Available: 1141. Select Seats
Columbia Events by Month
Events by Show & Venue
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Columbia. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What events are happening in Columbia right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Columbia rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Columbia?
Yeah — Columbia doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Columbia?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Columbia, MD. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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About American Arenas®
American Arenas® is a live-events platform that connects event schedules, venues, and ticket options through trusted marketplace partners. Listings are updated regularly as new events and dates are confirmed, helping users discover what’s happening and explore available ticket options across concerts, sports, shows, and more.