Travel and Outdoors

When the sun is shining and the weather is perfect, pack a bag and head out to one of the many spots great for remote work in Columbia. From coffee shops to public parks, we have a plethora of places to refresh your mind and step away from your home desk.
The aerial lift will connect the zoo and botanical garden and offer panoramic views of the Saluda River area.
The environmental nonprofit conducts an annual audit of Richland and Lexington counties to assess the level of visible litter.
ECSC won the Governor’s Cup for the Rivals in Red Tour, boosting Columbia’s economy with 70,000 visitors and $13 million.
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Keep the momentum going with local recommendations to eat healthier, save money, and spend more time with your loved ones.
The new parking system will allow customers to pay using credit cards or the Passport app as the city prepares to increase parking fees.
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This week’s forecast calls for cooler temperatures and the potential for a wintery mix this weekend. We’re taking a look at the forecast and giving you regional options for experiencing snow for sure.
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Columbia, SC has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
From snowstorms to memorable snowfalls and winter weather locals can expect to see later this season, we’re recapping the history of snow in Columbia.
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Build your social network through team-building sports in Columbia, like kickball, softball, and pickleball.
Live DJ, food trucks, yard games and family fun kick off the Battle at BullStreet before gates open.
More than 40 authors are headed to Richland Library Main Friday, March 27 through Sunday, March 29.
A new USC exhibit explores 250 years of revolution and rare South Carolina artifacts.
The Great Backyard Bird Count invites participants to observe and report birds to help track global populations.
Opening Weekend begins Friday, Feb. 13 with a Friday doubleheader and new upgrades at Founders Park.
Join in on the initiative created by Columbia Green.
Sugar Ray headlines the free, two-day Meeting Street Music Festival, bringing live music, food, and spring block-party energy to WECO.
Columbia has seven sister cities worldwide, fostering cultural ties. Explore Cola’s connections to Accra, Ghana; Kaiserslautern, Germany; and Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
The grand opening of the winter event is today in Northern Italy. We’re imagining how it would go down in the Columbia area.