• Check out the Merriweather Post Pavilion Schedule

    Check out the Merriweather Post Pavilion Schedule

    Merriweather Post Pavilion has hosted some of the biggest names in the history of music and been named in the Top 5 Best Amphitheaters in the U.S. by Rolling Stone and Billboard magazines. Merriweather Post Pavilion is less than 15 minutes from The Wayside Inn, making it very convenient for you to catch a show during… …>>

  • Baltimore’s own Old Bay Seafood Seasoning: All the spicy details

    Baltimore’s own Old Bay Seafood Seasoning: All the spicy details

    When you visit Maryland, chances are your To Do list includes eating seafood. And chances are, that seafood will be seasoned to perfection with Baltimore’s own Old Bay Seafood Seasoning. This concoction of spices has been around for 76 years and its story is nothing short of delicious. Here are all… …>>

  • Wine in the Woods in Columbia, Maryland

    Wine in the Woods in Columbia, Maryland

    The countdown is on to Wine in the Woods in Columbia, Maryland, an annual celebration of wine in Symphony Woods. This year’s Wine in the Woods will be held Saturday, May 16 from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday May 17 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. The event will be… …>>

  • Don’t miss The Preakness Balloon Festival

    Don’t miss The Preakness Balloon Festival

    If you’ve ever been interested in going for a hot air balloon ride, you may want to check out the Preakness Balloon Festival in Howard County, Md., each May. There are always plenty of fun things to do on the ground and in the sky, from watching the nightly Balloon… …>>

  • The Annual Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival: What You Need to See

    The Annual Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival: What You Need to See

    It’s almost time for the Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival, a long-time tradition in Howard County. This year’s festival are held at the Howard County Fairgrounds in early May. Parking and admission are free, however a $5 minimum donation is suggested each day. When you donate, you receive a collectible festival button.… …>>

  • Fantastic shops in Historic Ellicott City

    Fantastic shops in Historic Ellicott City

    When you’re visiting a new area, one of the many fun things to do is to go shopping. You never know what treasures you might find. We at The Wayside Inn recommend exploring some of the fantastic shops in Historic Ellicott City. Located just 10 minutes from the inn, Historic… …>>

  • Free (or Almost Free) Howard County Events

    Free (or Almost Free) Howard County Events

    Howard County, Md. is a great place to visit because it offers something for everyone. History buffs will enjoy finding out about this region’s role in the Civil War. Nature lovers will have a great time exploring the county’s rolling hills and beautiful landscape. Those who seek local entertainment can… …>>

  • Top 4 Places to Visit in Maryland that are Near DC

    Top 4 Places to Visit in Maryland that are Near DC

    Exciting attractions, natural beauty, and rich history await you in Maryland and the Washington, D.C. area. With so many things to do and see, we compiled a list of the top 4 places to visit in Maryland that are near D.C. 1. BALTIMORE INNER HARBOR Baltimore’s famous Inner Harbor is about an… …>>

  • The Columbia Triathlon: Get in Shape

    The Columbia Triathlon: Get in Shape

    The 32nd annual Columbia Triathlon is coming up Sunday, May 17, 2015 and will be held at Centennial Park in Ellicott City. This world-class, Olympic-distance race attracts athletes from around the world to compete in a beautiful yet challenging event that includes a .93-mile swim, a 25-mile bike ride and a 6.2-mile run.… …>>

  • Do not miss the Blossoms of Hope Cherrybration

    Do not miss the Blossoms of Hope Cherrybration

    Usually, it’s the month of October when women are urged to “Think Pink.” However, there’s an event each April in Howard County called Blossoms of Hope that pulls double duty as an occasion to celebrate the beautiful flowering cherry trees of spring and raise awareness about breast cancer. HOW BLOSSOMS OF HOPE BEGAN Inspired by… …>>