How walkable are Columbia’s neighborhoods? | This interactive map can help you determine how walkable certain blocks are to destinations like supermarkets, parks, restaurants, and schools.
Asked
Asked
Which Columbia neighborhood boasts the highest walkability score?
A. University Hill B. Rosewood C. Elmwood Park D. Shandon
SC Gingerbread House Competition and Exhibition | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | AIA Columbia | Free | The second annual competition will showcase hand-crafted gingerbread creations from teams in the design/build community and professional bakers.
Santa Saturdays | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | South Carolina State Museum | $10 | Meet Santa at the museum and enjoy holiday fun with friends and family during Santa Saturdays.
“A Christmas Carol” | Times vary | Harbison Theatre, Irmo | $15 | Columbia Children’s Theatre presents the classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old man whose heart is as cold as a winter’s night.
Uptown Holiday Hop | 4-8 p.m. | Uptown Columbia | Free | Join the Uptown Columbia Association and businesses from Elmwood, Earlewood, and Cottontown for a festive evening filled with local flavor, holiday cheer, and unique community spirit.
WECO Bottle and Biergarten 5th Anniversary | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | WECO Bottle and Biergarten, West Columbia | Free | Celebrate with a collab beer with Columbia Craft, food by La Dolce Vita Pizza and Tacos Oink Oink, and live music.
Sunday, Dec. 8
Christmas On The Mount | 6:30 p.m. | Mt. Tabor Lutheran Church, West Columbia | Free | The 19th annual event features traditional and not-so-traditional Christmas music from local and regional musicians.
Cocktail Classroom at Smoked | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Smoked | $65 | Learn how to craft cocktails at home, master shaking vs. stirring, elevate ice’s role, and embrace mixology essentials.
Soda Citizens have more fun. We ranked No. 60 in WalletHub’s list of “Most Fun Cities in America” based on metrics like movie cost and the hours our breweries are open. Find more ways to play around town.
Real Estate
More people moved to the South than any other region in 2024, according to a report from the National Association of Realtors. It also shares the top reasons why movers chose a specific area, including proximity to loved ones, home price, and taxes. Newcomer? Read our guide to becoming a Columbian.
Listen
In case your Instagram feed isn’t filled with people sharing that they’re in the top 1% of Taylor Swift listeners, allow us to inform you: Spotify Wrapped is out. If you’re looking for a new listen, check out these local podcasts to add to your playlist.
Shop
Looking for a gift that provides an experience? Check out this South Carolina Adventure Bucket List deck that comes with 50 scratch-off cards with things to do all around the state — including Congaree National Park, Caesars Head State Park, and towns like Campobello, and Salley.
Sports
The Carolina Hurricanes are trying to avoid an Avalanche. Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Carolina Hurricaneswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Tech
Want to turn four-hour tasks into 15-minute wins? Download your free ChatGPT mastery guide for 100 battle-tested prompts you can copy/paste ASAP — no coding required. Plus, the guide explores how to use AI ethically at work.*
As we enter the holiday season, many of us begin to think about traveling for a quick getaway to spend time with family. We suggest a weekend in Asheville, NC. We know things look different this year as communities in Western North Carolina are still recovering after Hurricane Helene.
“We are encouraging customers to support local businesses by visiting respectfully, with heart, patience, and planning,” said Explore Asheville, the city’s tourism bureau. Before you start packing your bags, here’s everything you need to know about the area + our insider recommendations.
Things to do
The Biltmore Christmas at the Biltmore is underway with 56 trees decking the halls of the historic home. Of course, it isn’t a trip to the expansive property without a stop by Biltmore Village for your complimentary wine tasting.
Fuel up
Chai Pani Chai Pani received a 2022 James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurant and is described as “Mindblasting Indian Street Food.”
Where to stay
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa Golf on the grounds, book a spa day, sit by the fireplaces, dine, or find more to do at this long-time resort in Asheville.
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There are 10+ holiday markets happening now through Christmas, so don’t miss your chance to shop for unique items from local artisans. If you’re looking for local art, the Historic Melrose Art in the Yard event is happening on Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m., where you can also pick up your 2025 Paws for Preservation calendar.
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