Tourism and Hospitality

Danish artist Thomas Dambo is bringing one of his famous upcycled trolls to the Cayce Riverwalk, just minutes from downtown Columbia.
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Dr. Gressette of The Columbia Medical Group shares her recommended order at this family-owned Italian eatery.
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Find out how to get a glimpse of the nation’s largest gingerbread house competition at The Omni Grove Park Inn this holiday season.
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The Sandhills region of NC is home to some of the best golfing in the state (and country).
Explore the Soda City through its history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
Throughout the month of July, COLAtoday will be sharing content celebrating the beverage industry in our community.
A new Komodo dragon habitat is in the works to provide more engaging, up-close views of the endangered monitors and is part of the Phase One Bridge to the Wild project.
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Also an Experience Columbia SC Ambassador, John knows a lot about our city — past and present.
Check out these six concerts coming to Columbia, SC in the summer of 2023.
The widening and repaving project was possible thanks to Richland County’s Transportation Penny Program — a $1.07 billion initiative that will be utilized for 22 years or until the budget has been depleted.
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Columbia Food & Wine returns with chef-driven events across town, plus Tastemakers early ticket access and a new USC scholarship.
An international bird photography exhibition opens in Columbia this spring, with local bird highlights and the upcoming Flock Fest.
The Stephen G. Morrison Visionary Award is back, spotlighting individuals whose leadership helped shape Columbia’s creative identity.
SoulHAUS Sessions brings civil rights icon Cecil J. Williams to the Koger Center for an intimate artist talk.
Tickets are on sale now for Taste of Lake Murray, supporting Lake Murray’s Independence Day fireworks.
Leadership Columbia offers a behind-the-scenes look at the people, issues, and decisions shaping the Midlands.
Ice storms in SC have caused widespread damage in the past, and as we brace for winter weather, we spoke to a meteorologist to find out why.
The 59-room Lantern Columbia opens inside the former fire station as the Vista continues evolving.
Black Dog Pizza is expected to open in late January on Main Street underneath The Hendrix.
Get to know the musical lineup that will keep you entertained at this year’s St. Patrick’s Day in Five Points Festival, the largest one-day fest in South Carolina.