How to participate

• Start with the 803 Day 5K Run/Walk, benefiting the Cola Rose Shower, a nonprofit promoting awareness of feminine care issues. All ages and fitness levels are welcome.
• From 12-5 p.m. enjoy a festival at Historic Columbia’s Robert Mills House and Gardens featuring live music, interactive art, food trucks, and family-friendly activities. VIP access includes an indoor reception and a private bar.
• Local businesses will offer $8.03 promotions like mimosa pitchers, gym sign-up fees, and other retail + restaurant offerings.
• Join in on a citywide scavenger hunt through the Soda City Certified app.

• Kickin’ It in the Vista | Friday, Aug. 2 | 4-8 p.m. | Columbia Craft, 520 Greene St., Columbia | Free | The line-up for the concert, celebrating the Liverpool F.C. and Manchester United includes Eric Paslay, The Vegabonds, and MackMartin.
• Summer Sidewalk Sale | Friday, Aug.2-Saturday, Aug. 3 | Devine Street District, Columbia | Free | Shop great deals from local businesses during tax-free weekend.
• Brew at the Zoo | Friday, Aug. 2 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, 500 Wildlife Pkwy., Columbia | $75 | Tap into this sell-out event that supports wildlife and wild places with samples of cold, frothy beer.

• Manchester United v Liverpool | Saturday, Aug. 3 | 7:30 p.m. | Williams-Brice Stadium, 1174 George Rogers Blvd, Columbia | $88+ | Watch two of the biggest names in soccer on the pitch at Williams Brice.
• High Tea at The Skinhouse | Thursday, Aug. 1-Saturday, Aug. 3 | The Skinhouse, 2000 Blossom St., Columbia | Price of service | In honor of the Liverpool FC and Manchester United soccer match, all guests can enjoy complimentary tea, tea sandwiches, and small bites while you partake in our services.
• U-Pick Zinnia Flower Farm | Saturday, Aug. 3-Sunday, Aug. 4 | 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Hollow Creek Tree Farm, 228 Windmill Rd., Gilbert | $10-$18 | Walk the pond area or take a mini-hike around the whole 36-acre farm.

• Restaurant Summer Games | Sunday, Aug. 4 | 6-9 p.m. | Boyd Plaza, 1515 Main St., Columbia | $65-$175 | Get ready for the ultimate foodie showdown at the Restaurant Summer Games — a fun-filled competition celebrating all things delicious.

• Blossom Plant and Produce, a new outdoor nursery + produce business coming to 924 Blossom St. in Five Points, will open on Thursday, Aug. 15. Expect a variety of plants, potting soils, and plant accessories. (The Post and Courier)

• 5,500 — that’s the square footage of grass that needed to be laid in Williams-Brice Stadium to transform the SEC football stadium into a soccer field in preparation for the Rivals in Red game. Read about other stadium changes. (The State)

• If you like shows combining AI technology, themes of working through grief, and unlikely friendships, we recommend watching “Sunny” starring Rashida Jones. Oh, did we mention it was written by a Cola native; Katie Robbins? (Free Times)

• Riverbanks Zoo introduced Huntington, a juvenile green sea turtle, to the Aquarium and Reptile Conservation Center. Huntington is part of the head-start program + will be released back into the ocean once hitting maturity.

• The 2024 Summer Olympics are happening now in Paris, France — keep up with Team USA and some of our favorite local athletes via WLTX. Today’s events include 3x3 basketball, beach volleyball, and soccer starting at 7 a.m.

• Listen to Clemson conversations part three — ACC football season predictions. Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Clemson Tigers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
  

• Your driveway deserves a fresh start. Kick off August with 50% off driveway and walkway cleaning from Ford & Sims Pressure Washing, now through Saturday, Aug. 31. Snag the deal.*

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