Jimmy Eat World performing a sold out show at their recent tour stop at The Senate. | Photo by COLAtoday
Drumroll, please. From pop to country and everything in between, Columbia is a stop on 22 artists’ and bands’ tour schedules. Scan this list and snag your tickets to ensure you don’t miss out on any of them.
Alternative + Indie
Origami Angel | Sunday, June 8 | The Senate | The indie rock duo is on tour supporting their 2024 album “Feeling Not Found.”
Admiral Radio performs at the 2025 Mardi Gras festival at City Grits. | Photo by COLAtoday
Country
Admiral Radio | Sunday, June 1 | Central Energy | The rising local Americana band celebrates the release of their new EP.
Brian Kelley | Friday, July 25 | The Senate | Brian Edward Kelley is best known as a member of the Nashville-based duo Florida Georgia Line.
Rock
Stevie Nicks | Wednesday, Aug. 27 | Colonial Life Arena | The Fleetwood Mac singer returns to perform hits like “Edge of Seventeen” + “Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around.”
Jerry Cantrell + Filter | Friday, Aug. 29 | The Senate | Alice in Chains’ Jerry Cantrell teams up with alt-rock heavyweights Filter for a night of grunge guitars and ‘90s anthems.
Music in the Garden: The Runout Duo | 6-9 p.m. | Gardener’s Outpost | Free | Enjoy a relaxing night of drinks from the bar and live music in the garden.
“Legally Blonde” | Friday, May 23-Saturday, May 24 | 8 p.m. | Workshop Theatre | $27 | Follow the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams.
Spring Bluegrass Festival at Fiddler Branch Farm | 12-8 p.m. | 232 Fiddler Branch Rd., Lexington | $20 | Get those toes tappin’ and jam out to bluegrass music while enjoying delicious food + good ol’ fashioned fun.
Sunday, May 25
Palmetto Concert Band | 4 p.m. | Koger Center for the Arts | Free | Listen to a performance honoring members of the U.S. Armed Forces, comprised of professional and semi-professional musicians from throughout South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia.
Catch this summer exhibition at the Columbia Museum of Art
Presented by Columbia Museum of Art
Visitors learn about Sam Gilliam’s “Cape III” during last year’s Juneteenth tour. | Photo by Victor Johnson / The Columbia Museum of Art
Have you heard of Sam Gilliam? He started as a painter, developing a unique style that celebrated lines and texture, finding his way to printmaking, where he continued to innovate.
In 1972, he became the first Black artist to represent the U.S. at the Venice Biennale, and his work is represented at the MoMA in New York City, the Phillips Collection in D.C., and many others — including the Columbia Museum of Art.
This summer, you can see three dozen of Gilliam’s most iconic prints right here in Columbia. And don’t forget, the CMA is offering free admission all summer long for SC residents.
Pro tip: Make sure to check out the museum’s companion show, “Let’s Have a Talk: Black Artists from the CMA Collection.”
Columbia Housing is seeking state tax credits to jumpstart the redevelopment of the Allen-Benedict Court site, vacant since its 2021 demolition. If approved this summer, the first phase — 72 affordable units — could begin soon. The project is part of Columbia Housing’s Vision 2030 plan. (The Post and Courier)
Number
$576 million — that’s how much SCDOT will invest in its 2026 Pavement Improvement Plan. The funding adds 732 more miles to the 7,700+ already under repair statewide, including 20+ roads in the Midlands.
Civic
West Columbia upgraded its water billing system with real-time usage tracking, leak alerts, and mobile access. Features include vacation mode, flexible payment options, and a mobile-friendly portal. New users can register here + existing customers can log in with their current information.
Coming Soon
Sumo Sushi & Hibachi Grill is opening a new location in Irmo. Signage is up and construction is underway in the shopping center near Walmart and Whataburger on Dutch Fork Road. The original Columbia spot is known for hibachi plates and the deep-fried Godzilla rolls. (The State)
Eat
B&S One Stop off Rosewood Drive took top dog in The State’s 2025 Hot Dog Poll, earning 25% of 2,600+ votes. The small shop on Superior St. beat out 15 other Midlands spots, with City Limits Barbecue and Rush’s trailing behind.
Sports
Game on — A.C. Flora High clinched the state Rocket League title at the SC Scholastic Esports Championship. The team also scored big at March’s Lexington One Invitational, capping off a winning season in Richland One’s first year of competitive esports. (Cola Daily)
Listen
Clemson had the best offseason in the ACC. Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Clemson Tigerswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
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Regional
Hit the road to these concerts
Wilco performs at The Amp in Charlotte, about an hour and 15 minutes from Columbia. | Photo by COLAtoday
Live Nation’s $30 Ticket to Summer is on, with deals on concerts across the Southeast. Here are some of the shows, just a short drive away.
Vampire Weekend | Friday, June 6 | Firefly Distillery, Charleston
Avril Lavigne | Wednesday, June 18 | Credit One Stadium, Charleston
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There’s a trendy new brunch spot coming soon to Farrow Road: Stuffed Brunch. The restaurant shared photos of its creative menu, featuring dishes like Biscoff French toast and classic shrimp and grits. Looking for more brunch options? Check out our guide with 40+ options.
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