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Weekend Forecast

🌦️ Expect highs around 55° + a rainy Saturday
 
Events
Friday, April 14
  • Big Gamecock Weekend | Friday, Apr. 14-Sunday, Apr. 16 | 12 a.m. | 1125 George Rogers Blvd., Columbia | Free | Cola’s going garnet this weekend as Gamecock enthusiasts gather for the annual Big Gamecock Weekend, happening April 14-16.
  • Artista Vista | Friday, Apr. 14-Sunday, Apr. 16 | Times vary | The Historic Vista District, 1200 Lincoln St., Columbia | Free | Don’t miss this weekend-long celebration of arts and culture in the heart of South Carolina’s capital city.
  • Saluda Shoals Spring Jazz Series - Mark Rapp’s Latin Jazz | Friday, Apr. 14 | 7-9:30 p.m. | 5605 Bush River Rd., Columbia | $12 | Listen to live jazz outdoors on the deck and food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase.
  • Annie | Friday, Apr. 14-Saturday, Apr. 15 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Koger Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene St., Columbia | $55+ | Make sure to wear your smile so you’re fully dressed to see Annie at the Koger Center for the Arts.
Saturday, April 15
  • Midlands Spring Native Plant Sale 2023 | Saturday, Apr. 15 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Canoeing for Kids, 114 Riverchase Ct., Lexington | Price of purchase | Get a bite to eat from the Wurst Wagon, buy a native plant book from All Good Books, browse plant-based art from Candace Thibeault, and get a bluebird house from Columbia Audubon Society.
  • West Columbia’s Meeting Street Artisan Market | Saturday, April 15-Saturday, March 22 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Interactive Art Park, 425 Meeting St., West Columbia | Free | Enjoy a boutique shopping experience, park, play, eat + explore at the Meeting Street Artisan Market every Saturday.*
  • Midlands Plant and Flower Sale | Thursday, April 13-Sunday, April 16 | Price of purchase | Times vary | SC State Farmers Market, 3483 Charleston Hwy., West Columbia | Shop spring plants and flowers, gardening equipment, decor, and seasonal produce at the State Farmers Market.
Sunday, April 16
  • Spring Fair Food Drive-Thru | Sunday, April 16-Saturday, April 22 | Times vary | South Carolina State Fairgrounds, Gate 6, 1200 Rosewood Dr., Columbia | Free | The week-long food event, featuring a wide variety of traditional fair food and drinks, will launch with a special Walk-In Kickoff Day on Saturday, April 15, and culminate with Movie Nights under the stars.
  • Live on Lincoln | Sunday, Apr. 16 | 12:05-8 p.m. | 1200 Lincoln St., Columbia | $100+ | Locals will be treated to a delectable meal prepared by Blue Marlin, served on the historic cobblestone street of Lincoln Street, while enjoying the live performances.
  • Free Sundays Presented by Still Hopes | Sunday, Apr. 16 | 1-4 p.m. | Hampton-Preston Mansion & Gardens, 1615 Blanding St., Columbia | Free | The third Sunday of the month, residents of Richland and Lexington counties are invited to tour one of Historic Columbia’s house museums for free thanks to Still Hopes.
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Editor’s Pick
Coming Soon
  • Get a peek into Bierkeller Columbia. The German-designed brewery and biergarten is coming soon to its first brick-and-mortar location in the back of the CanalSide Lofts off of Taylor Street. The finishing touches are being assembled, and it plans to open in May.
Arts
  • The annual Artista Vista is taking place this weekend. Join in on the weekend-long celebration of the arts and culture of Cola with community-driven events like nighttime gallery crawls, art demonstrations, live music, and more. Don’t miss the Live On Lincoln event as the Artista Vista’s grand finale dinner and show.
Family
  • Heads up, Cola: This weekend is the last chance to get 50% off kids general admission (12 and under) to the State Museum for Spring Break. Pro tip: This is the perfect time to see the new planetarium show, “James Webb Space Telescope: The Story Unfolds.” Get tickets.*
Great Escapes

Our guide to Savannah, GA

Great Escapes: Our guide to Savannah, GA
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See Forsyth Park in person — it’s worth it. | Photo by RICtoday
Planning a getaway? Check out Savannah, Georgia — a staple of Southern hospitality.

Act like a local
  • Food: Sample fish croquettes (and your choice of what’s in season) at the 1938 bus terminal-turned restaurant The Grey, $16
  • Outdoors: Plot a walking route to a few of the 22 squares — there’s history around every corner.
  • Explore: Take in the art + soul of Savannah at City Market, where you can shop handmade jewelry and accessories from local artisans.
Where to stay:
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Outdoors
  • Tomorrow is National Gardening Day. Treat yourself to a new gardening set — complete with five essential tools, gloves, a mister, and a durable tote bag. Don’t forget the seeds. This kit comes with vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. If space is tight, grab this vertical planter + some highly-rated potting mix.
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