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Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Columbia

Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.

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Catch a concert at The Senate this month. | Photo by Savannah Bockus

Lucky you. You just found COLAtoday’s Plan Ahead, a list of some of the biggest events taking place throughout Columbia each month.

Take out your calendar, grab your day planner, or text all your friends — these are the top events we recommend heading into February. Psst: Don’t forget to bookmark this page and come back; we update our guide monthly.

Arts

SC Arts Day | Wednesday, Feb. 12–Thursday, Feb. 13 | Times vary | Various locations | Free | A two-day event celebrating the arts in SC, featuring networking, guest speakers, advocacy training, and performances

Columbia Philatelic Society Stamp & Postcard Show | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Tri-City Leisure Center, West Columbia | Free | Whether you’re a lifelong collector, new to the hobby, or wanting to learn more, this event is for you.

Theater

“Steel Magnolias” | Friday, Feb. 7 – Sunday, Feb. 16 | Times vary | Town Theatre | Tickets coming soon | The Southern classic unfolds in Truvy’s salon, celebrating friendship, resilience, and laughter.

Harlem Nights: 40 Years of Misbehavin’ | Friday, Feb. 7 | 7-11 p.m. | South Carolina State Museum | $100+ | Step back into the glitz and glamour of the Roaring ’20s at this gala for an unforgettable evening hosted by the Trustus Board of Directors.

South Carolina Ballet presents “Romeo & Juliet” | Saturday, Feb. 8 | Times vary | Koger Center for the Arts | $35+ | With stunning choreography by William Starrett, this production delves deep into the heart of Shakespeare’s tragic tale.

“Six the Musical” | Thursday, Feb. 27-Friday, Feb. 28 | 7:30 p.m. | Koger Center for the Arts | From Tudor Queens to pop icons, the six wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st-century girl power.

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Ben Folds at the Newberry Opera House on his “Paper Airplane Request Tour.”

Photo by COLAtoday

Concerts

Mary J. Blige: The For My Fans Tour | Wednesday, Feb. 5 | 7 p.m. | Colonial Life Arena | $59+ | NE-YO and Mario will join the bill with the “Family Affair” artist.

Method Man and Redman Saturday, Feb. 8 | 8 p.m. | The Township Auditorium | $75+ | Catch hip-hop icons behind “Blackout!” and “How High” live for an unforgettable performance.

Yacht Rock Revue Friday, Feb. 21 | 8 p.m. | Newberry Opera House, Newberry | $35+ | This tribute group celebrates the smooth sounds of the Doobie Brothers, Fleetwood Mac, and Steely Dan.

Americana: Béla Fleck & Abigail Washburn | Saturday, Feb. 22 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Koger Center for the Arts| Experience the essence of American ingenuity as this duo takes center stage with the SC Phil.

The Four Phantoms in Concert | Saturday, Feb. 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Harbison Theatre, Irmo | $40 | Four luminaries promise an unforgettable evening celebrating the best of Broadway.

Umphrey’s McGee - Cruising Altitude 2025 Tour | Wednesday, Feb. 26 | 8 p.m. | The Senate | $35 | Experience the band’s signature blend of rock, jazz, and funk.

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Celebrate Savage Craft Ale Works fourth anniversary. | Photo by @localbrewz

Seasonal events

Savage Craft Anniversary | Saturday, Feb. 1 | 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. | Savage Craft Ale Works, West Columbia | Free | Join Savage Craft to celebrate their 4th anniversary with an unforgettable day of games, live music, Club Savage featuring DJ StingRay 803, a mechanical bull, and more.

12th Annual Pig and Oyster Roast | Saturday, Feb. 1 | 12-4 p.m. | City Roots Farm | $65 | Enjoy a relaxed afternoon, featuring steamy oysters, a savory pig roast, and even better company.

3rd Annual Black History Ball | Saturday, Feb. 1 | 12-6:30 p.m. | Columbia Museum of Art | $50–$125 | This event highlights Living History and scholastic excellence with a Walk through the Halls of Integration.

The Annual Lize Wessels Ye Olde Pub Night | Saturday, Feb. 1 | 6:30-10:30 p.m. | CMFA - Columbia Music Festival Association | $25+ | From classic ales to refreshing ciders, there’s something for everyone at this annual fundraiser for the Columbia Music Festival Association.

The 3rd annual Wishful Shuckers Oyster Roast and Silent Auction | Saturday, Feb. 22 | 6-11 p.m. | The Coop on Key Road | $60+ | Enjoy raw and steamed oysters, chicken bog, live music, craft exhibitors, a cigar lounge, a 360° photo booth, and a silent auction — all for a great cause.

Sports

Opening Weekend for South Carolina Gamecocks Baseball | Friday, Feb. 14–Sunday, Feb. 16 | Times vary | Founders Park | Ticketed event | The Gamecocks kick off their 2025 season with a three-game home series against Sacred Heart University.

Gamecock Men’s Basketball | Gamesthroughout February | Times vary | Colonial Life Arena | $10+ | In February, the Gamecocks face off against Texas A&M, Ole Miss, and Texas on their home court.

Gamecock Women’s Basketball | Games throughout February | Times vary | Colonial Life Arena | $10+ | The women’s team has another month of exciting matchups including a spotlight game on ABC against UConn.

36th Annual Earlewood Classic | Friday, February 28-Sunday, March 2 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Earlewood Park | Free | A premier disc golf tournament attracting participants from across the region.

Have an event of your own you want to share with us? Follow these easy steps to add your events to our calendar:

  • Go to our Events page.
  • Click “Add Event” in the top right-hand corner.
  • Make sure to include a link and fill out important information like the date, time, location, and price of your event.
  • Click “Submit,” and you’ve just added an event to our website calendar.