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It’s been awhile since I’ve written about the Chrysalis. That may be because the Park has been a little quieter than usual this summer. Fear not: they’re gearing up for the big finish to the 2024 season.

Today, from 5:00 PM  7:00 PM, the Accord Symphony Orchestra.



Accord Symphony Orchestra returns to the Chrysalis stage to wrap up the summer with a bright medley of pops, opera, and classical songs sure to have the whole family singing along while enjoying the evening outdoors in beautiful Merriweather Woods at Symphony Park!

Register for your free tickets here so they’ll know how many people to expect and are able assign parking accurately for the event.

Accord Symphony Orchestra Summer Concert , info and registration 


Yoga in the Park is ongoing: Monday nights from 6:00 to 7:00 PM on the Chrysalis stage. It will run until October 28th, weather permitting.



Start your week off right with an outdoor yoga class at the Chrysalis! Put on in partnership with the Columbia Association, this free series of classes is the ultimate way to embrace the outdoors while revitalizing your mind and body.

Yoga in the Park, info and registration 


Enjoy Labor Day in the Park on September 2nd from 12-4 PM with a band concert at the Chrysalis:



Patuxent Jazz Band, Maryland Community Band, and the High and Wides all take the Chrysalis stage this Labor Day for a fun, musical celebration to wrap up the summer in Columbia's beautiful Symphony Woods!

Labor Day Celebration in the Park, info and registration 


HOCO Pride will be back on October 13th from 12 - 4 PM for its 5th year.



This year, we are celebrating Finding Vibrance Everywhere at our 5th annual HoCo Pride Festival!!

Our Pride festival is a vibrant, family-friendly event that brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate diversity, promote equality, and foster a sense of community. The festival will feature a variety of activities, including live music, entertainment, vendors, food trucks, and games. 

Our goal is to create a welcoming space where everyone can feel proud of who they are and who they love.

Howard County Pride at Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods


Finally…drumroll, please…

The Columbia Orchestra returns for their much-beloved annual Pops Concert on October 20th at 4 PM.



Presented by BWFA, this free, family-friendly performance by the Columbia Orchestra is the perfect way to spend a beautiful evening outdoors enjoying music in the park.

Don’t miss this fun and exciting musical journey filled with possibilities as the Columbia Orchestra performs a captivating program of popular pops melodies for all ages, including thrilling themes from classics like "Star Wars" and "Mission: Impossible."

Pops Concert at the Chrysalis, info and registration 




These events are free and open to all. You can help support the mission of the Park by sending a donation here. Whether it’s loose change or major funding, your gift helps make free arts and culture experiences possible for the entire community. 

I hope I’ll be seeing you in the Park.


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