Summer Fun Starts with CA
Here in Columbia, you don’t have to get out of town to have the best summer ever. Explore free events, outdoor activities and fun ways to connect with your community all season long.
Free outdoor yoga
Start your week with free outdoor yoga at the Chrysalis at Merriweather Park in Symphony Woods! Join CA instructors every Monday at 6pm throughout the summer for an all-levels class that’s open to everyone. Bring a mat and a friend to enjoy an evening of movement in fresh air! CA members can take advantage of more outdoor fitness classes at Stevens Forest Pool.
Enjoy Columbia’s lakes
Columbia Association’s three scenic lakes – Lake Kittamaqundi, Wilde Lake, and Lake Elkhorn – each offer their own unique way to enjoy the season.
- Lake Kittamaqundi: Unwind on the grassy hillside, cast a line from the fishing pier or enjoy free live music and outdoor movies during Lakefront Live.
- Lake Elkhorn: Home to more than 100 bird species, walk, bike or jog the scenic 2-mile paved loop trail and keep an eye out for local wildlife along the way.
- Wilde Lake: Recognized as one of Maryland’s best places to see wildflowers, come out for beautiful blooms and the relaxing sound of the dam.
Come out for Wibit Wednesday
Make a splash every Wednesday at 1pm when Hawthorn Pool transforms into a floating obstacle course! Bounce, climb, slide, jump and splash your way across the Wibit for an afternoon of action-packed fun.
Teen summer excursions
The Youth & Teen Center is heading out all summer long with exciting excursions designed to keep teens in the community active and engaged. From white water rafting to regional day trips, check out this summer’s opportunities here.