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Ain’t Misbehavin’ at Trustus Theatre
It was a time when Manhattan nightclubs such as the Cotton Club and the Savoy Ballroom were the playgrounds of high society and Lenox Avenue dives were filled with piano players banging out the new beat known as swing. Five performers present an evening of rowdy, raunchy, and humorous songs that encapsulate the various moods…
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14th Annual SC Automotive Summit
The SC Automotive Summit draws C-level executives, managers, and other top decision-makers of OEMs, Tier 1, 2, and 3 suppliers, leading research institutions, test facilities, logistics, and other service providers and organizations directly tied to the automotive industry. Join us as we discuss the future of the industry and celebrate South Carolina's automotive success! Our…
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15th Annual Mardi Gras Columbia Festival 
15th Annual Mardi Gras Columbia Festival
The 15th Mardi Gras Columbia Festival takes place on Saturday, March 1, 2025 (12-7pm) at City Roots urban farm in the historic Rosewood neighborhood of Columbia, SC! 
Tickets now available at MardiGrasColumbia.com. 
The family-friendly event will feature: 
A parade to kick things off on Jim Hamilton Blvd. in the Rosewood District…
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Romeo & Juliet
Romeo & Juliet
Presented by South Carolina Ballet Friday, March 7 | 7:30 PM Join us for a night of timeless passion with Romeo & Juliet, presented by South Carolina Ballet! This captivating ballet, choreographed by the legendary William Starrett, brings Shakespeare's iconic love story to life with breathtaking performances by Claire Rapp and Joshua Van Dyke as the…
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Sistercare and Jamie Scott Fitness Host Free Yoga Class on International Women’s Day
Sistercare and Jamie Scott Fitness Host Free Yoga Class on International Women’s Day
Sistercare and Jamie Scott Fitness are joining together to host a free yoga class on International Women’s Day as a self-care celebration of women and survivors of domestic violence. When and Where– Saturday, March 8th from 9am – 10am at SC State Capitol North Lawn (Gervais St.) Registration – FREE, participants can register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sistercare-jsf-yoga-class-tickets-1251798746749?aff=ebdssbdestsearch…
Iota Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. to Host Annual Youth Symposium
Iota Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. to Host Annual Youth Symposium
WHO: City of Columbia Parks and Recreation, Iota Omicron Sigma Chapter, and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. WHAT: The Iota Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamm Rho Sorority, Inc. will host their annual Youth Symposium for 6th through 12th graders. The Annual Youth Symposium will focus on the arts and inspire and engage youth ages 12 through…
Cottontown Art Crawl 2025
Cottontown Art Crawl 2025
Get ready to experience Columbia’s vibrant arts community at the 7th Annual Cottontown Art Crawl, taking place on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 10 AM to 4 PM in the charming streets of the Cottontown neighborhood. This beloved free, family-friendly event will feature nearly 200 artists, live music, delicious food trucks, and unique interactive art…
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City of Columbia to host Annual City Manager’s Go Red Heart Walk
City of Columbia to host Annual City Manager’s Go Red Heart Walk
Who: City Manager Teresa Wilson, City of Columbia Representatives, the American Heart Association, Prisma Health, and Heart of Diane. What: The City of Columbia would like to invite the community to join City manager Teresa Wilson to this year’s City Manager Heart Walk to the State House to raise awareness for the City’s Go Red Campaign and…
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MTC Showoff 2025: Audition Recap
MTC Showoff 2025: Audition Recap
Final Performance Saturday, March 15 | 7:30 PM The auditions are over, and the talent was off the charts! Now, the countdown begins to see who will make it to the Top 10 and take the stage at the MTC Showoff 2025 on March 15. Who will earn the title of Biggest Showoff? Stay tuned for the big reveal, and don’t…
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The Arts Center of Kershaw County is thrilled to announce Hairspray – the Broadway award-winning musical that proves one voice can change the world!
The Arts Center of Kershaw County proudly invites you to our production of Hairspray! Set in 1962 Baltimore, Hairspray follows Tracy Turnblad, a lovable plus-size teen with one passion: to dance. When she earns a spot on the popular Corny Collins Show, Tracy’s world transforms overnight. But she’s not just there to dance - she’s ready to challenge…
Constellation Concert: Music in the Observatory
Constellation Concert: Music in the Observatory
Guests are invited to experience live music in the museum's Observatory during this concert series featuring Cola Jazz. A decade after the passing of jazz legend Marian McPartland at the age of 95, her influence continues to resonate. The State Museum and the ColaJazz Foundation invite you to an evening celebrating the beloved host of…
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She Loves Me at Town Theatre
With hearts brimming with affection and excitement, we invite you to be swept away by She Loves Me. This enchanting musical, filled with romance, humor and a touch of old-world charm, will transport you into a world where love blooms in the most unexpected places. Like a perfectly penned love letter, She Loves Me unfolds…
Food Truck Friday Collaboration with The Blood Connection Mobile Blood Drive
Food Truck Friday Collaboration with The Blood Connection Mobile Blood Drive
Who: City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities, The Blood Connection, Hughes Community Development What: On Friday, March 21, 2025, the Office of Business Opportunities will partner with The Blood Connection to host a mobile blood drive unit alongside the food trucks that set up every Friday in the REI Co-op parking lot. With the convenience…
Seeds of Success Summit: Thriving through Adversity
Seeds of Success Summit: Thriving through Adversity
Latino Community Development is hosting our first inaugural summit of 2025! We will have a panel of experts from the community to discuss how to grow and maintain a successful business. We want to provide an opportunity to women of who own or are seeking to start small businesses and nonprofits in South Carolina a…
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Limitless Purpose Family Celebration
Limitless Purpose Family Celebration
Join us to celebrate the abilities of all children at the free family event, featuring games and activities for young people led by the Camp Cole staff. Parents and caregivers can enjoy a resource fair, the opportunity to connect with other parents and caregivers or simply relax. Siblings welcome. This event is free but registration…
Harvesting Heritage: Pee Dee Palate
Harvesting Heritage: Pee Dee Palate
THIS Saturday, March 22nd | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Harvesting Heritage: Pee Dee Palate is a celebration of the history and foodways of the African American community in South Carolina’s Pee Dee region, highlighting the deep-rooted culinary traditions that have shaped the area. As the first daytime program in the Harvesting Heritage series, this event…
Mac & Cheese Festival at Segra Park
Mac & Cheese Festival at Segra Park
The Columbia Fireflies will host a Mac & Cheese Festival at Segra Park on Saturday, March 22, from 11 am to 4 pm. Fans will be able to enjoy world-class Mac & Cheese and live entertainment during the festival. Tickets go on sale today. General admission tickets include entry into the festival (food purchased separately)…
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Walk, Run & Roll for Brain Injury Awareness 2025
Walk, Run & Roll for Brain Injury Awareness 2025
Walk, Run & Roll for Brain Injury Awareness Kicks Off March 23 The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) invites the community to lace up, roll out, and come together for the Walk, Run & Roll for Brain Injury Awareness, happening March 23–29. The event kicks off with a celebration on March 23 at…
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Taste of Lake Murray 2025
Taste of Lake Murray 2025
Taste of Lake Murray 2025, presented by Lexington Medical Center, is set for 6 PM on March 27, 2025 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia! Taste of Lake Murray is the sole fundraiser for Lake Murray’s Independence Day Celebration! The funds raised at this annual event help light up the sky with fireworks launched from…
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South Carolina Pimento Cheese Festival
South Carolina Pimento Cheese Festival
South Carolina's first Pimento Cheese Festival will be held on Saturday, March 29th from 11am-4pm at Saluda Shoals Park in Columbia, South Carolina. The festival is a free, family friendly event featuring live music by Prettier Than Matt, an arts and craft fair, outdoor games, inflatables, and more. Pimento cheese sample tasting from various pimento…
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SC Philharmonic presents “Family Time With The Phil” free to the public on March 30th at Koger Center
SC Philharmonic presents “Family Time With The Phil” free to the public on March 30th at Koger Center
Free admission made possible by National Endowment for the Arts, SC Arts Commission, BlueCross BlueShield of SC, Colonial Life and Elizabeth Wheeler The South Carolina Philharmonic presents its third annual sensory-friendly concert, Family Time with the Phil, on Sunday, March 30th, 2025 at 3:00 PM at the Koger Center for the Arts. As a component of the SCP's…
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Congaree Land Trust’s 8th Annual Game & Garden Soirée
Congaree Land Trust’s 8th Annual Game & Garden Soirée
We are excited to be hosting our 8th Annual Game & Garden event, a springtime soirée supporting land conservation across central South Carolina. This special evening will feature handcrafted cocktails, small plates from local chefs, live music, and a silent auction — all to benefit the preservation of our natural heritage. We invite you to…
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Tickets on Sale NOW: Southern Shuckdown Charity Oyster Roast benefitting the Big Red Barn Retreat
Tickets on Sale NOW: Southern Shuckdown Charity Oyster Roast benefitting the Big Red Barn Retreat
Proudly Presented by The Folline King Group at Merrill Lynch, a Bank of America Company The Big Red Barn Retreat announced the 3rd annual Southern Shuckdown Charity Oyster Roast, presented by The Folline King Group at Merrill Lynch, A Bank of America Company. This fun-filled event will be held on April 4th, 2025 from 6…
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Dining On The Dam 2025: Presented By Palmetto Renovations
Dining On The Dam 2025: Presented By Palmetto Renovations
The Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center is excited to host another year of Dining on the Dam! Join us on Sunday, April 6 from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. for one of Lexington’s most notable events where over 1,000 guests from the Midlands and beyond come together to enjoy delicious food, beer and wine, cocktails, and…