City of Columbia extends Finlay Park celebration with second day of concerts
October 14, 2025
The City of Columbia invites the community to join in celebrating the Grand Re-Opening of Finlay Park, the heart of downtown Columbia. This milestone weekend will highlight the park’s transformative revitalization, restoring one of the City’s most beloved landmarks and creating new spaces for recreation, entertainment, and connection.
Saturday, November 15, 2025
Grand Re-Opening Ceremony
Join Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann, City Councilmembers, City Manager Teresa Wilson, Assistant City Manager Henry Simons, community leaders, and partners as we officially reopen Finlay Park. The ceremony will celebrate the park’s revitalization as a space for everyone to enjoy and connect.
Time & Location: 10:00 a.m. | The Stage (Main Stage)
Jam Room Music Festival
Stay after the ceremony for a full day of live music, local food, and community fun during the Jam Room Music Festival. Enjoy performances from local, regional, and national artists while exploring the beautifully reimagined Finlay Park.
Time & Location: 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | The Stage & Greenway Stage on Gadsden Green
More information & line-up: https://jamroommusicfestival.com/
Sunday, November 16, 2025
Day Two Festival
Round out the weekend with a full day of concerts and community celebration at the Day Two Festival. Sunday’s lineup will feature an eclectic mix of sounds that highlight the diversity and creativity of Columbia’s music scene, including gospel, funk, bluegrass, folk, and DJ sets. From soulful harmonies and upbeat brass to acoustic rhythms and modern mixes, Day Two will showcase the best of local and national talent.
Food trucks, family-friendly activities, and community organizations will also be on site throughout the day, which makes for a perfect way to cap off the grand re-opening weekend!
Time & Location: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | The Stage & various areas throughout Finlay Park
*Line-up of performances will be announced soon*
The City of Columbia is excited to celebrate the re-opening of Finlay Park with our community and to welcome everyone back to this vibrant, revitalized space in the heart of downtown.
Additional information regarding parking and shuttle services will be announced in the coming weeks.
