About this Event
In honor of Black History Month, the Black Business Bazaar is a vibrant marketplace experience designed to celebrate Black-owned businesses in the region with a spotlight on Howard County through visibility, commerce, and connection.
An initiative of County Executive Calvin Ball, hosted by the Howard County Economic Development Authority (HCEDA), this event brings together local entrepreneurs, community members, and resource partners in a high-energy, welcoming environment where shopping, networking, and economic impact take center stage.
What to Expect
✔ Opening Remarks
A brief welcome from the County Executive honoring Black History Month and celebrating Black entrepreneurship.
✔ Business Showcase & Vendor Marketplace
Explore and shop from Black-owned businesses across retail-focused industries.
✔ Resource Partner Engagement
Connect with economic development and business support partners ready to share tools, resources, and opportunities.
✔ Light Bites from Black-Owned Businesses
Reception-style service to encourage movement, discovery, and interaction—while intentionally circulating dollars within the Black business ecosystem.
✔ Live DJ
Energetic sounds to keep the atmosphere lively and welcoming.
Why Attend?
This event is intentionally designed to foster economic impact beyond vendor tables by circulating event dollars within the Black business ecosystem—supporting food vendors, entrepreneurs, and local partners alike.
· Support and shop Black-owned businesses
· Discover unique products and services
· Build meaningful connections with entrepreneurs and partners
· Celebrate Black History Month through economic empowerment
Who Should Attend
· Community members & families
· Shoppers who value supporting local businesses
· Entrepreneurs and small business owners
· Resource partners and ecosystem builders
Vendor & Partner Opportunities
Interested in being a vendor or resource partner, free of charge? Apply here: https://www.research.net/r/HCBBBVendorRequest (can we make a shorter link for this)
Participation is limited and curated to ensure quality engagement.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Maryland Innovation Center, 6751 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia, United States
USD 0.00
