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93º | Sunny | 10% chance of rain | Sunrise 6:16 a.m. | Sunset 8:39 p.m.
 

🎆 It’s going to be lit

Where to watch fireworks on the Fourth of July in Columbia, SC
Fireworks over Segra Park
Get ready for huge fireworks displays in Segra Park. | Photo provided by Segra Park
With the Fourth of July right around the corner, it’s time to prepare for a spectacular display of fireworks that will light up the Soda City sky.

Whether you’re looking for a prime spot in a local park, a waterfront location, or a community event, here are six local spots around Columbia where red, white, and you can watch fireworks + celebrate Independence Day in style.

Independence Day Celebration | Friday, June 30 | 7 p.m. | Icehouse Amphitheater, 107 W Main St., Lexington | Free | Join the Town of Lexington in celebrating Independence Day. Fireworks will follow The 246th Army Band’s concert.

Town of Blythewood’s Annual Rockin’ Red White and Blue Celebration | Saturday, July 1 | 4-10 p.m. | Doko Meadows Park, 171 Langford Rd., Blythewood | Free | The annual celebration will feature fireworks, live music by the The Voltage Brothers, vendors, and more.

Fort Jackson Independence Day Fireworks Celebration | Saturday, July 1 | 4-10 p.m. | Fort Jackson, Hilton Parade Field Hartsville Guard Rd., Columbia | Free | Commemorate the 247th Anniversary of Independence with displays, live concerts, fireworks, a kids’ zone, food, and more.

4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray | Saturday, July 1 | ~9 p.m. | The best viewing location is from a boat on Lake Murray | Free | Fireworks will launch from Spence + Dreher Islands — Pro tip: Tune in to B106.7 on your radio for patriotic music during the show.

Fireworks with the Phil | Tuesday, July 4 | 6-9:45 p.m. | Segra Park, 1640 Freed St., Columbia | $8-$10 | Get ready for the third annual fireworks show, following a live patriotic musical presentation by the Philharmonic.

Gilbert Peach Festival | Tuesday, July 4 | Gilbert Community Park, 110 Rikard Cir., Gilbert | Free | 8 a.m.-10 p.m. | Look forward to fresh peaches, 150+ vendors, live music, and fireworks, happening at 10 p.m. Volunteers are still needed for the local peach festival. If interested, send a direct message to the festival’s Facebook page.
Lexington Medical Center
 
Events
Thursday, June 29
  • Little Shop of Horrors | Thursday, June 29-Saturday, July 8 | Trustus Theatre, 520 Lady St., Columbia | $27+ | Little Shop of Horrors is directed by Trustus’ Executive Director Jessica Francis Fichter, with the cast including company members Jonathan Monk, Brittany Hammock, and Katrina Garvin, featuring Hunter Boyle as Mr. Mushnik and Terrance Henderson as Audrey II.
  • Columbia Fireflies vs. Augusta GreenJackets | Thursday, June 29 | 7:05 p.m. | Segra Park, 1640 Freed St., Columbia | $5-$7 | Budweiser Thirsty Thursday ($1 fountain sodas, $2 domestic draft beers & $3 craft draft beers and cocktails)*
Friday, June 30
  • The NoMa Flea | Friday, June 30 | 6-9 p.m. | NoMa Warehouse, 2222 Sumter St., Columbia | Free | The market features several anchor vendors and at least 10 rotating, pop-up vendors each week.
  • Drive-In Movie Night at Saluda Shoals Park - Top Gun: Maverick | Friday, June 30 | 6:45-10:30 p.m. | 6071 St. Andrews Rd., Columbia | $15 | Watch the newest installment of Top Gun from the comfort of your own car.
Saturday, July 1
  • 12,000 Year History Park - Accessibility Colonial Forts Tour | Saturday, July 1 | 10-11:30 a.m. | Cayce Tennis Center, 1120 Fort Congaree Trail, Cayce | Free | This no-walk Colonial Forts Tour is a special “tour” that will be held inside the Cayce Tennis Center for a classroom style tour of the park.
  • Bubbles and Balance | Saturday, July 1 | 10-11 a.m. | Smoked, 1643 Main St., Columbia | $10 | Learn yoga while you sip on some bubbles.
  • Makers’ Mall | Saturday, July 1 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | NoMa Warehouse, 2222 Sumter St., Columbia | Free | On the first Saturday and Sunday of each month the Friday night NoMa Flea will turn into the weekend Makers’ Mall so you can still shop all the vendors, makers, creators, curators, and more during its regular weekend shopping hours.
  • SC United Bantams VS East Atlanta FC and Fireworks | Saturday, July 1 | 7:30 p.m. | SCUFC Southeastern Freight Lines Soccer Complex, 115 Sunbelt Blvd., Columbia | $6 | Cheer on the SC United Bantams USL2 pre-professional soccer team, as they take on East Atlanta FC and enjoy post-game fireworks show.
Tuesday, July 4
  • Toucan Tuesday at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden | Tuesday, July 4 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, 500 Wildlife Pkwy., Columbia | Two for one admission | Guests visiting the zoo will receive buy-one-get-one admission to the park and buy-one-get-one icees with a donation of two non-perishable food items.
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News Notes
Ranked
  • No. 1. That’s the ranking Columbia received as one of the top nine places to live in SC, according to Travel + Leisure. Columbia was ranked No. 1 for its central location, landmarks like Lake Murray, popularity with younger generations, the thriving housing market, and low cost of living.
Award
  • Prisma Health employee Anil Dhokai won an Emmy for his video showcasing a young cancer patient’s journey. Titled “Nothing can stop child cancer patient after receiving prosthetic limb,” the video follows Emily Prince’s story of resilience + treatment at Prisma. (The State)
Food
  • Mark your calendars for an exclusive collaboration dinner by The War Mouth + Transmission Arcade happening on July 16 and 17. Indulge in a six-course plated meal, showcasing beloved dishes from Yesterday’s, complemented by cocktails and beer. Menu and reservation information will be unveiled on Friday.
Civic
  • Did you know you can stay up-to-date with City Council meetings? If you can’t make it in person, watch the full videos or, if you’re short on time, watch the highlights on its YouTube page. Try this: Plan to attend an upcoming council meeting.
Try This
  • Experience a dinosaur adventure at Jurassic Quest in Columbia from Friday, July 7 to Sunday, July 9 happening at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Walk amongst life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, play with baby dinos, excavate fossils, and more. Get tickets.
Cause
  • The Oliver Gospel Mission is looking for donation supplies, including items like monthly COMET bus passes, diapers or pull-ups, shaving razors, and more. Most donations can be dropped off at their Men’s Center on Taylor Street.
Try This
Stat
  • Fewer than 10% of hospitals in the country earn this elite distinction, and Lexington Medical Center is the only South Carolina hospital included among them.*
Drink
  • On a water bottle hunt? Amazon’s No. 1 bestselling insulated bottle is the Owala FreeSip — it’s thoughtfully designed, leak proof, and keeps drinks cold.*
Wellness
Eat
  • Calling all meat lovers: You may want to bookmark this recipe for bacon-wrapped sausage. Yes, you read that right.*
 
Food

🔥 A hot new restaurant

Try Dave’s Hot Chicken: A new restaurant in Columbia
Dave's Hot Chicken
Two, one tender + one slider with fries meals. | Photo by COLAtoday team
City Editor Sam here. We had the pleasure of trying out Dave’s Hot Chicken, located at 4601 Devine St. across the street from Another Broken Egg, during opening week. Did you know this is the first SC location? And with it being as busy as it was when we went, I’m sure it won’t be the last.

With a straightforward menu, guests can select from four options:
  • Two sliders with fries
  • Two tenders with fries
  • One tender and one slider with fries
  • One slider with fries.
Spice enthusiasts then choose their preferred heat level, ranging from no spice to the daring reaper. Pro tip: Order a meal where you can try two different spice levels (like a slider + a tender) to see which spice level you prefer.

We ordered two meals featuring lite mild, medium, and hot heat levels and spent ~$25. Want a peek into our experience? Watch this reel we posted to our social.

It’s open late, so add this to your lunch, dinner, or late-night bite list.
 
The Wrap
 
Samantha Robertson in a white shirt and grey vest

Today’s edition by:
Sam
My dog Casper doesn’t really like fireworks, so we usually take this as an opportunity to get him a new toy from Woody’s Pet Supplies and Grooming so he has something new and stimulating to play with to keep his mind busy. Pro tip: If your pet has to be left at home on July 4, leave your TV on and turn up the volume a few notches to help drown out distance fireworks.
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