


Join us for the 4th Annual HoCo Children’s Business Fair!
May 10th, 2025
Get started, Hire Yourself!
You’re Invited! Join us on Saturday, May 10th at the Howard County Children’s Business Fair at The Mall in Columbia, Columbia, MD from 1 PM – 4 PM!
This year, over 70 young entrepreneurs will showcase their creativity and hustle by launching their own businesses and selling everything from handmade crafts and delicious treats to innovative products and services.
Come support our talented youth, shop one-of-a-kind items, and be inspired by the next generation of business leaders!
Free and open to the public — bring your family and friends!
“Get started, hire yourself!”
Registered attendees will receive a bag for shopping and a complimentary American Girl’s 2025 Girl of the Year novel, Summer Gets to Work!


Eliza Freeman
Phis is a dynamic sales leader with over 40 years of experience in sales and executive leadership. B…More

Phil Whitebloom
Corey is the owner and executive chef of Old Line Kitchen & Wine Bar in Columbia. He was born an…More

Corey Laub
Tonya R. Taylor is a dynamic digital marketing executive and Principal at RisingStarIdeas.com, where…More

Tonya R. Taylor
Joshua Campbell is a Partner with the Pearce Group at Merrill, a Private Wealth Management Group rat…More

Joshua Campbell
With over a decade of experience—first in the world of audio, then expanding into video production—L…More

Luis Catarineau
A big thank you to our fair sponsors and supporters!
2025’s Friends of CBF Sponsors
Fair Supporters
Thank you for your donations!