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Explore these dog-friendly businesses in Columbia that span from places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, and stay the night.
Columbia’s largest St. Pat’s in Five Points festival returns with live music, featuring several regional performances, on Saturday, March 15.
Whether you’re looking for your next leisure read, a book for the whole family, or a thrilling fictional novel, we’ve got a list of books written by local authors in Columbia.
Babies born this year are part of Generation Beta, the first generation likely to live to see the year 2101 — what will Columbia be like for them?
Looking to don your vintage, Roaring Twenties outfits and support Columbia arts? Consider attending Trustus Theatre’s Second Annual Trustus Gala: Harlem Nights
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Summer camps at the South Carolina State Museum typically sell out fast.
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From statues of Soda Citizen icons to remarkable historical donations, these three gifts given to Columbia are way better than a Jelly of the Month Club membership.
2024’s Google Year in Search is out — check out what Soda Citizens were searching most this year (it might surprise you).
Calling all pickleball players — the Professional Pickleball Association is partnering with local organizations to host a tournament for amateur and aspiring professional pickleball players over the weekend of March 28-30.
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No surprise here — Soda City Market was named the No. 1 Farmers Market in the nation by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
Midlands restaurateurs Steve Cook, Joe Walker, and Ryan Jones are opening a modern steakhouse in Lexington in May 2025, featuring hand-cut steaks, seafood, and seasonal dishes.
The transit system is building its zero-emissions fleet by adding buses with hydrogen fuel cell and battery-electric technology.
Plan the perfect picnic in Columbia by prepping your meal, packing your equipment, and picking a scenic local destination.
Support Columbia causes year-round — from mentoring youth to rescuing pets, river cleanups, or helping from home.
Columbia Food & Wine Festival returns April 22–27 with chef dinners, tastings, and ticketed events still available.
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Including Oprah’s favorite eye mask and a No. 1 best-selling beard trimmer.
The Southeastern BBQ Showdown returns to Columbia in 2026 with 40 teams, live music, and celebrity judges.
The ColaJazz Foundation organized this show that will bring five musicians to a free Saturday show on Main Street.
Three Gamecocks — Te-Hina Paopao, Bree Hall, and Sania Feagin — were selected in the 2025 WNBA Draft, continuing Gamecock’s pro pipeline.