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THE CULTURE'S CALENDAR

BLACK CULTURAL EVENTS IN COLUMBIA

1 events curated for the standard.

Columbia hosts The Momference and other Black family and community gatherings. The Cookout's Columbia members organize around wellness and family-centered events.

Capital Jazz Festival

June · 3 days

The Capital Jazz Festival was founded in 1992 and held annually at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland, just outside Washington, DC. Over three days each June, the festival features more than 30 performances across contemporary jazz, R&B, soul, and gospel. Past headliners have included Najee, Kem, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, Patti LaBelle, Charlie Wilson, Will Downing, and Jeffrey Osborne. The festival has become a fixture on the calendar of Black professionals across the DMV region and the broader East Coast, attracting a multi-generational audience known for showing up dressed and ready to celebrate.

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QUESTIONS ABOUT BLACK EVENTS IN THIS CITY

How many Black cultural events are in Columbia in 2026?

The Culture's Calendar tracks 1 curated Black cultural events in Columbia for 2026, spanning Music Event.

When do Black events happen in Columbia?

Columbia events run across June. Major months for Black events in Columbia include June.

Where can I find more Black events in Columbia?

The Culture's Calendar by TheCookout maintains an ongoing list of curated Black cultural events across Columbia and nine other major cities. Submit additional events through our submission form.