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• The Last Match: A Pro-Wrestling Rock Experience | Friday, May 17 | 8 p.m. | The Senate, 1022B Senate St., Columbia | $30 | Watch this rock experience with pro wrestlers Mickie James, Simon Miller, Bull James, Afa Jr., McKenzie Mitchell, and Matt Rehwoldt.
• 2024 Red, White, and Brews | Friday, May 17 | 5-8 p.m. | Irmo Town Park, 7330 Carlisle St., Irmo | $50 | Enjoy an evening of hand-selected wines, craft beer, food from local restaurants, live music from Rhythm 54.
• Columbia Fireflies vs. Charleston RiverDogs | Friday, May 17 | 7:05 p.m. | Segra Park, 1640 Freed St., Columbia | $6-$18 | It’s Copa de la Diversin Weekend: The Fireflies transform into Los Chicharrones de Columbia, and the first 1,000 fans will receive a Chicharrones Soccer Jersey.*

• Artist Pop-Up Featuring Somer Parker-Palmer | Saturday, May 18-Sunday, May 19 | Times vary | Columbia Visitors Center, 1120 Lincoln St., Columbia | Free | Come down this weekend to see the work on display and for sale in the outdoor Vista space.
• South Carolina Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival | Saturday, May 18 | 12-5 p.m. | South Carolina State Fair, 901 George Rogers Blvd., Gate 6, Columbia | $5 parking | Try some of the area’s most popular food trucks and regional brews.
• Columbia Fireflies vs. Charleston RiverDogs | Saturday, May 18 | 6:05 p.m. | Segra Park, 1640 Freed St., Columbia | $6-$18 | Enjoy a Saturday night game with a dose of entertainment featuring the ZOOperstars! and post-game fireworks.*

• Drink Pink Rosé Festival | Sunday, May 19 | 12-4 p.m. | Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens, 1615 Blanding St., Columbia | $75 | Enjoy wine, locally prepared dishes, jazz music, and cheese tastings.
• Columbia Fireflies vs. Charleston RiverDogs | Sunday, May 19 | 5:05 p.m. | Segra Park, 1640 Freed St., Columbia | $6-$18 | It’s Sunday Funday: Sundays are for family fun and pre-game autographs. Kids can run the bases post-game.*

• The Gamecocks’ 2024 football season begins in a few months and their SEC opener against Kentucky at Kroger Field is set for 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7 on ABC. More kickoff times will be announced by ESPN on Thursday, May 30. (Gamecocks Online)

• Irmo is getting a makeover. The town hopes to refresh its branding to attract tourists. The new logo and town seal from Kick Stand Studio features simplified colors and modern designs. The rebranding plan is pending final approval.

• The Reggaetronic Lake Murray Music Festival will return to Spence Island on Saturday, June 15. Get ready to enjoy great music and fun in the sun during this free outdoor floating festival.

• Join Councilwoman Gretchen Barron’s Community Walk from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 22 at W.J. Keenan High School. The event includes a Zumba warmup, two-mile walk, health fair with free screenings, and giveaways. Register today.

• Carolina Land Group sold 77.8 acres along Highway 55 (Farrow Road) and I-77. The property is located within an industrial corridor, less than two miles from the announced Scout Motors plant that’s currently under construction.

• Will some of the Panther’s draft picks turn into late-round steals? Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Carolina Panthers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

• Hey, art lovers: Get your dose of culture and creative expression by checking out Fayetteville’s art scene. Need tips on where to go? From pottery to photography to paintings + more, here are six art galleries you should put on your radar.*

• Ah, the art of the balance transfer. This card offers not one, not six, but 18 months of 0% intro APR on balance transfers, giving you nearly two years to save big. (Plus, you can earn 2% cash back on purchases with no annual fee.) Learn more and apply.*