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Block parties, early ball drops, free games — whatever your vibe, there’s a Columbia-area New Year’s Eve for you.
Artists looking to display their art for two years inside of the revitalized Finlay Park must submit their applications by the end of May. Keep reading to see how it will work, what you’ll win if chosen, and the artwork criteria.
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We’ve partnered with euphoria to give away one euphoric experience valued at $1,900.
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Ditch the doomscrolling for a more creative or relaxing hobby.
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From live music and free festivals to outdoor aventures, Greenville’s summer schedule is stacked.
Plan the perfect picnic in Columbia by prepping your meal, packing your equipment, and picking a scenic local destination.
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Step inside tales as old as time with this fan-favorite blockbuster exhibition created by the Walt Disney Archives.
The ColaJazz Foundation organized this show that will bring five musicians to a free Saturday show on Main Street.
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Vista Lights returns Nov. 20 with live music, local vendors, and the annual tree lighting to kick off Columbia’s holidays.
Celebrate spooky season with Halloween happenings around Columbia, from trunk-or-treat trails to eerie zoo nights and family carnivals.
Get out your rolling pins + roll up those sleeves, Soda Citizens because the South Carolina Gingerbread House Competition is back with its annual gingerbread house competition benefit.
USC’s Homecoming Weekend returns Oct. 24–26 with events, tailgates, and a Saturday showdown vs. Alabama.
Methodical Coffee is now soft open in Columbia’s BullStreet District, serving drinks while its bakery nears completion.
Voodoo Brewing Co. Lexington will host a grand opening on Friday, Nov. 7, serving Pennsylvania-brewed craft beers, local food, and hosting community events downtown.
New SC license plates feature the Moultrie Flag and the phrase “Where the Revolutionary War Was Won.”
Show some love to your fave businesses in Columbia.
Want to get involved locally but don’t know how? Browse through the City of Columbia’s city boards and commissions that have vacancies and apply.