Get Vaccinated
Vaccinations are FREE and available for all Marylanders age 6 months and older. Anyone who is part of an eligible age group can register for a vaccine using the links below or at many pharmacies or medical providers.
Health Department Vaccination Clinics
Maryland Vaccination Site Locator

Questions? Contact our COVID-19 Hotline.
If you have a question about COVID-19, please call our COVID-19 Hotline, available Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
Moderna, Pfizer Updated (Bivalent) Booster Shots
The FDA and CDC have authorized the Moderna (6 months and older) and Pfizer (6 months and older) updated (bivalent) booster shots that were formulated to protect against some of the more recently circulating Omicron virus strains. Howard County Health Department offers this vaccine at select clinics. Appointments are available using the calendar below. Please note the vaccine type and age range before making an appointment. Vaccine is also available at local pharmacies, urgent care centers, and retail stores. You can visit the Maryland Vaccine Locater to find a vaccination location convenient to you. At this time, everyone ages 6 months and older is eligible for ONLY ONE Bivalent Booster shot in order to be considered up-to-date on their COVID vaccinations. This updated vaccine is an important tool to provide ongoing protection against severe disease.
Stay Up-to-Date with COVID-19 Vaccines
Unsure whether you are up-to-date with your COVID boosters? Click below for CDC guidance.
Children and Teens Ages 6 months -17 Years
If you believe you are moderately or severely immunocompromised, contact your healthcare provider for specific guidance.
Health Department Vaccination Clinics
Important Information:
- If you are unable to complete the online registration or have additional questions about the COVID-19 vaccine, call 410-313-6284. Operators are standing by Monday - Friday from 8:30am - 4:30pm.
- Please note the vaccine type and age range for a designated clinic before making your appointment. For infant/toddler vaccination, click here.
- A single bivalent booster shot is authorized for individuals ages 6 months and older.Â
- We no longer offer the Moderna and Novavax vaccines as a primary series for those ages 12+. We will continue to offer the Pfizer vaccine as a primary series for 12+.
- Minor consent forms for COVID-19 vaccination can be found here: Pfizer Vaccine Minor Consent Forms. (Signed consent form is required if parent/guardian is unable to attend either vaccine dose appointment)
- Individuals in need of a second vaccine dose can schedule an appointment using the links below, call 410-313-6284 or email [email protected].
- Anyone receiving a third/booster vaccine shot should bring their vaccine card or other proof of vaccination to verify the date of vaccination.
- Azova Saliva PCR tests are offered at many Health Department COVID-19 vaccine clinics. One take home test kit per person, per appointment. Testing kits are not available at clinics hosted by other organizations. Find more information about Azova saliva PCR testing and make your appointment here.
Vaccination Appointments for 1st/2nd Shots and Booster/3rd Shots for children and adults of all ages.
Vaccine Clinic Location | Date & Time | Registration |
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Central Branch Library 10375 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia, MD 21044 |
Apr. 3 4:00p-6:00p |
Pfizer Booster 5-11 (Bivalent)Â Pfizer Booster 12+ (Bivalent) Click here to register Appointment required |
Savage Branch Library Davinci Room 9525 Durness Lane., Laurel, MD 20723 |
Apr. 10 4:00p-6:00p |
Pfizer Booster 5-11 (Bivalent)Â Pfizer Booster 12+ (Bivalent) Click here to register Appointment required |
Howard County Health Department 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045 |
Apr. 11 5:00p-5:30p |
Moderna Booster 6-11Â (Bivalent) Click here to register Clinic in the back of the building Appointment required |
Howard County Health Department 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045 |
Apr. 11 5:45p-6:45p |
Moderna Booster 12+Â (Bivalent) Click here to register Clinic in the back of the building Appointment required |
Howard County Health Department 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045 |
Apr. 13 5:00p-5:30p |
Moderna (6m-5y) (1st and 2nd Doses Only) (Monovalent) Click here to register Front Entrance Appointment required |
Howard County Health Department 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045 |
Apr. 13 5:00p-5:30p |
Moderna Booster (6m-5y) (Bivalent) Click here to register Front Entrance Appointment required |
Continental Societies' Community Health Fair North Laurel Community Center 9411 Whiskey Bottom Rd., Laurel, MD 20723 | Apr. 15 10:00a-2:00p |
Pfizer Booster 5-11 (Bivalent)Â Pfizer Booster 12+ (Bivalent) Click here to register Appointment required |
Howard County Health Department 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045 |
Apr. 18 5:00p-5:30p |
Pfizer Booster 5-11Â (Bivalent) Click here to register Clinic in back of building Appointment required |
Howard County Health Department 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045 |
Apr. 18 5:45p-6:45p |
Pfizer Booster 12+ (Bivalent) Click here to register Appointment required |
Howard County Health Department 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045 |
Apr. 19 5:00p-6:00p |
Pfizer 5-11Â Pfizer 12+ (Primary Series Only) Click here to register Appointment required |
Howard County Health Department 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045 |
Apr. 20 5:00p-5:30p |
Pfizer (6m-4y) (1st and 2nd Doses Only) (Monovalent) Click here to register Front Entrance Appointment required |
Howard County Health Department 8930 Stanford Blvd., Columbia, MD 21045 |
Apr. 20 5:45p-6:45p |
Pfizer (6m-4y) (Bivalent Dose Only) Click here to register Front Entrance Appointment required |
Oakland Mills Interfaith Center 5885 Robert Oliver Pl., Columbia, MD 21045 | Apr. 22 12:00p-4:00p |
Pfizer Booster 5-11 (Bivalent)Â Pfizer Booster 12+ (Bivalent) Click here to register Appointment required |
Miller Branch Library Patapsco Room 9421 Frederick Rd., Ellicott City, MD 21042 |
Apr. 24 4:00p-6:00p |
Pfizer Booster 5-11 (Bivalent)Â Pfizer Booster 12+ (Bivalent) Click here to register Appointment required |
St John Baptist Church 9055 Tamar Dr., Columbia, MD 21045 |
STANDING CLINIC Tuesday - Saturday 11:00a - 6:00p |
All Vaccine Types Available No registration required (Vaccination by FirstCall Urgent Care)Â Call 410-730-3399 to confirm availability |
Once you have received vaccine, take a look at our "What to Expect After Your Shot" one page information sheet.
Locating Your Official Vaccination Records
Maryland MyIRÂ is a free website service that allows consumers to view and print copies of their official vaccination records directly from ImmuNet, Maryland's immunization information system. ImmuNet is used by healthcare providers to securely maintain vaccination records for Maryland residents of all ages.
Note: MDH does not provide CDC cards.
Go to MyIR MobileÂ
e​mail: [email protected]
or call: ​443-863-0349​ or 4​​43-​​863-0121​ or 410-767-​6794
Have additional questions about the COVID-19 vaccine? Visit our Vaccine FAQs Page.
After completing your on-site registration for your second vaccine dose, you will receive a confirmation email from "Vaccination Clinics " with the details of your second dose appointment. You will receive a reminder email 24 hours before your second dose appointment from the same email address. If you have received this message, your second dose is confirmed and you do not need to do anything else. If you have not received the confirmation message, please check your spam folder. If you cannot locate your second dose appointment confirmation, you can call us at 410-313-6284 or email [email protected].
If you have not made a second dose appointment after receiving your first vaccine dose and need assistance, please call us at 410-313-6284 or email [email protected].
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