Good morning, Columbia. After a weekend of Easter festivities (and lots of food), there’s still plenty of fun to be had in Soda City this week – and what could be more fun than Brunch on Main Street, or the highly anticipated Food + Wine Festival? Or, if you’ve been over-indulging all weekend + need a little break from the food scene, no worries, you can dance the night away with Rhythm 54 at Rhythm on the River Friday night.
Check out these events + pencil them into your calendar for the week:
Rhythm 54 at Rhythm on the River | Fri., April 26 | 6-9 p.m. | West Columbia Riverwalk, 121 Alexander Rd. | Free | Rhythm 54 is a highly versatile band playing across a variety of musical genres to include classic rock, blues, country, and bluegrass. Enjoy live music, the outdoors + good company.
Columbia Food + Wine Festival | Fri.-Sun., April 26-28 | 6 p.m. | Various locations | Prices vary | It’s back…If you’re looking to find the best restaurants, breweries + artisans in the Midlands, look no further. Local foodie specialists + craft cocktail makers will be taking over downtown Columbia for this three-day event – ft. 50+ restaurants offering small bites, multiple beverage stations, demonstrations + opportunities to meet local hospitality professionals during Sunday’s main event ($65). Here’s the full list of events.
5th Annual South Carolina Food Truck + Craft Beer Festival | Sat., April 27 | 12-5 p.m. | State Fairgrounds, 1200 Rosewood Dr. | $5 or $25+ for VIP packages + free for children 12 and under | The Food Truck Festivals of America is coming back to dish out local favorites and craft brews. Check out who will be in attendance.
Bocce Bash | Sat., April 27 | 8 a.m. | Segra Park | $100 per player | Have fun while doing good. Support the Special Olympics with a competitive game of bocce. There will be 125 teams of 4 + lunch, a t-shirt + unlimited beverages included with your purchase.
Weekend Brunch Buffet on Main | Sat.-Sun., April 27 + 28 | 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. | 1626 Main St | $14 | Brunch buffet and live music + build your own Bloody Mary and Mimosa bars available.
