Columbia Food & Wine Festival returns April 22-26, 2026, and launches new Tastemakers Patron Program
December 11, 2025
Columbia Food & Wine Festival (CFWF), which returns to the Midlands April 22-26, 2026, is pleased to launch Tastemakers, a patron giving circle that offers insider access to festival experiences while supporting…
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5th Annual Cola Rosé Shower celebrating women’s health empowerment returns February 7
December 11, 2025
Tickets on sale for Columbia’s premier event that facilitates 60,000+ feminine product donations in the Midlands Rooted in celebrating strength, sisterhood, and women’s health, the 5th annual Cola Rosé Shower returns on Saturday, February…
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Columbia Museum of Art January 2026 exhibitions and events calendar
December 10, 2025
EXHIBITIONS Keith Haring: Radiant Vision On view through February 15, 2026 Keith Haring (1958–1990) emerged as a shooting star of the New York art scene in the 1980s. His signature…
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Holiday Wine & Chocolate Tasting Returns for Festive Finally Friday in Downtown Laurens
December 10, 2025
Downtown Laurens is gearing up for one of its most festive nights of the year as Finally Friday returns this Friday, December 12, from 6:00–9:00 p.m. The evening will feature…
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Polar Express VIP Experience Coming to Downtown Laurens
December 10, 2025
All aboard, Laurens! A special touch of Christmas magic is coming to the Square as Downtown Laurens and the City of Laurens team up to bring families a brand-new holiday…
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Gather COLA’s grand opening celebration in Columbia’s BullStreet District
December 9, 2025
Gather COLA, an open-air food hall built for community connection, celebrated its grand opening and ribbon cutting this past weekend, officially opening its doors on Friday, December 5, 2025. Located…
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Hispanic Alliance announces culinary and musical lineup for Homes for the Holidays Tour on December 13
December 3, 2025
The Hispanic Alliance announced the culinary and musical headliners for this year’s highly anticipated Homes for the Holidays event taking place on Saturday, December 13th. The one-of-a-kind holiday celebration transforms…
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Downtown Laurens Welcomes December with a Month of Holiday Magic
December 3, 2025
Downtown Laurens is kicking off the most magical month of the year with a festive lineup of holiday events designed to bring joy, community spirit, and small-town charm to the…
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A Very Clinton Christmas Kicks Off This Thursday in Downtown Clinton
December 3, 2025
The holiday season is about to shine a little brighter in Downtown Clinton as A Very Clinton Christmasofficially kicks off this Thursday, bringing four days of festive celebrations, family fun,…
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Christmas at LushAcres: A New Holiday Tradition Begins in Clinton
December 3, 2025
LushAcres Farm is inviting families from across Laurens County to experience the magic of the season at its First Annual Christmas at LushAcres celebration. The event will take place on…
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Early bird pricing for Greenville Convention Center’s Holiday Fair benefitting Rotary Club of Greenville ends soon
December 2, 2025
Ticket Prices Increase by $5 on December 4th Don’t miss your chance to save on tickets for Holiday Fair benefitting the Rotary Club of Greenville, Greenville’s largest winter festival, running…
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Stirring Up the Season: Festive Thanksgiving Cocktails & Mocktails from Bourbon & Bubbles
November 22, 2025
As families across Laurens County begin prepping their Thanksgiving menus, one Clinton favorite is serving up inspiration for the perfect holiday sip. Bourbon & Bubbles, located at 927 S Broad St,…
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A Very Clinton Christmas: Four Days of Small-Town Holiday Magic
November 22, 2025
The City of Clinton and Main Street Clinton are ushering in the holiday season with A Very Clinton Christmas, a four-day celebration filled with festive events, family traditions, and the…
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Enter to win the Peace Center’s most epic ticket giveaway!
November 20, 2025
In honor of its milestone 35th season, the Peace Center is unleashing one of the largest ticket giveaways in its 35-year history. Introducing THE PLACE TO BE TICKET GIVEAWAY —…
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Reedy’s Winter Wonderland coming Dec. 19 at Fluor Field
November 20, 2025
The Greenville Drive is bringing holiday cheer to Fluor Field this season with the launch of a brand-new family event — Reedy’s Winter Wonderland, presented by Canal Insurance. In celebration…
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Travel the world in a night at the CMA’s Anniversary Gala
November 20, 2025
The Columbia Museum of Art celebrates 75 years of creativity and community with a night of cocktails, art, and memories at the 75th Anniversary Gala on Friday, January 16, from…
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Presbyterian College Orchestra & String Quartet to Present Classical Program on November 20
November 19, 2025
Music lovers are invited to an evening of exceptional classical performance as the Presbyterian College Orchestra and String Quartet take the stage on Thursday, November 20, at 7:30 p.m. in…
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Choosing the Right City and Venue: What Really Matters for Multi-Day Business Conferences
November 18, 2025
By Leah Stoudemire Lawson For cities hoping to attract major conferences, understanding what event planners value isn’t just helpful. It’s essential. Behind every multi-day business conference that brings hundreds…
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A New Beginning Farm: Faith, Family, and Fresh Starts Fuel a Growing Laurens County Business
November 17, 2025
A New Beginning Farm may have started with a single act of kindness, but over the past decade it has blossomed into one of Laurens County’s most creative, personalized, and…
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Finlay Park grand re-opening – Saturday & Sunday, November 15-16
November 14, 2025
As excitement builds for the Grand Re-Opening of Finlay Park, the City of Columbia has released important details on parking, shuttle transportation and safety guidelines for the celebration set for…
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Big Air Laurens Kicks Off Holiday Savings with Pink Friday Event
November 14, 2025
Big Air Laurens is giving locals a head start on holiday savings with one of its biggest promotions of the year — Pink Friday, happening Thursday, November 21. Instead of…
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Waccamaw Neck Library Announces Slate of December Programs
November 13, 2025
PAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C. — The Waccamaw Neck Branch Library has released its schedule of events and programs for December, offering a variety of activities for children, teens and adults. The month…
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Yuletide Home Tour returns with new stops and historic highlights
November 12, 2025
The Friends of the Georgetown Library are inviting residents and visitors alike to celebrate the season with a beloved local tradition: The 23rd annual Yuletide Home Tour, set for 1-5…
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Peace Center unveils yearlong Song Sessions for The Mockingbird — Greenville’s newest live music venue
November 11, 2025
The Peace Center kicks off its 35th season with a month of big announcements! Coming off the heels of unveiling GRAMMY-winning country music superstar Maren Morris as part of its milestone season lineup, the…
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The 36th annual Holiday Festival of Lights opens Nov. 14 at James Island County Park
November 11, 2025
Grand Opening Activities and Nightly Entertainment Let your heart be light – this year’s Holiday Festival of Lights is almost here! James Island County Park’s beloved light show opens on…
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Holiday Open House on Augusta Street
November 9, 2025Augusta Street Holiday Tradition Continues Augusta Road Business Association (ARBA) is hosting their annual celebration to kick off the holiday season. Holiday Open House will take place on Sunday, November…
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Keith Haring Arts & Draughts radiates fall fun
November 9, 2025
The Columbia Museum of Art announces the return of Arts & Draughts, the museum’s biannual block party, on Friday, November 21, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. This signature CMA…
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Presbyterian College Chamber Winds & Wind Ensemble to Present “Hot & Cold” Concert on November 13
November 9, 2025
The Presbyterian College Chamber Winds and Wind Ensemble will present their fall concert, Hot & Cold, on Thursday, November 13, at 7:30 p.m. in Belk Auditorium. The performance, conducted by…
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Save the Date for the City of Laurens Holiday Kick-Off Weekend
November 9, 2025
The City of Laurens is bringing the holiday spirit to the Square once again with its annual Holiday Kick-Off Weekend, happening Friday and Saturday, December 5–6, 2025. The weekend will…
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City of Clinton Gears Up for Annual Christmas Parade
November 9, 2025
The City of Clinton is once again spreading holiday cheer as plans are underway for the Annual Christmas Parade, set for Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM in downtown…
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Lions, turtle, octopus – Oh My! A season of new adventures at Riverbanks Zoo
November 7, 2025
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is recognizing both a notable farewell and an exciting new beginning at the Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center. On October…
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Community vibrancy soars in Lexington
November 5, 2025
Record 45+ Business Compete in the 4th Annual Scarecrow Stroll on Main Competition The Town of Lexington and the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center celebrated the winners of the Fourth…
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South Carolina’s largest modular train layout to headline Greenville Convention Center’s Holiday Fair
November 5, 2025
Greenville Convention Center announced that South Carolina’s largest modular train layout display will be the centerpiece of this year’s Holiday Fair benefitting the Rotary Club of Greenville, running from Thursday,…
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Gray Court’s Christmas Tree Shines Again Thanks to Local Collaboration
November 5, 2025
Nearly three decades after it was first planted, the town’s Christmas tree at the corner of South Main Street and Highway 101 will once again light up the holiday season—thanks…
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November Events and Programs in your Charleston County Parks
November 3, 2025
November 2025 Festivals & Events Starlight Yoga Monday, Nov. 10, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. James Island County Park – Large Lake Get your holiday spirit flowing at the…
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New quilt exhibition at Upcountry History Museum showcases storytelling of holiday classic in cloth
October 30, 2025
Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s newest exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” will take visitors on a familiar yet unique journey…
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Wingard’s Market releases details on Jingle Bell Bash and Christmastime festivities
October 30, 2025
Wingard’s Market, one of the top 100 Garden Center’s in the country that is located in the heart of Lexington, announced the details of their Jingle Bell Bash! The weekend-long…
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Freshfields Village celebrates the season with festive events and family fun
October 30, 2025
Embrace the holidays and enjoy favorite traditions with a Thanksgiving farmers market, outdoor movies, letters to Santa and more Freshfields Village, the premier shopping and dining destination 30 minutes from…
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Thousands Flock to Georgetown for 36th Annual Wooden Boat Show
October 28, 2025
The South Carolina Maritime Museum‘s 36th annual Wooden Boat Show weekend wrapped up after an unforgettable event that drew thousands to Georgetown’s historic downtown district. Despite weather challenges the prior week, beautiful conditions this…
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SCETV invites families to enjoy a fun-filled Studio Boo fall festival on Oct. 30
October 28, 2025
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) invites families to celebrate the season at the inaugural Studio Boo Fall Festival, taking place on Oct. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m.…
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Experience the Holiday Festival of Lights from a dragon boat
October 28, 2025
A unique view of the lights while paddling on the water On select evenings this holiday season, Charleston County Parks is offering a special opportunity: viewing the Holiday Festival of…
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23rd Annual Friends of the Georgetown Library Yuletide Home Tour planned for December 13
October 27, 2025
The Friends of the Georgetown Library are excited to host their 23rd annual Yuletide Home Tour on Saturday, December 13 from 1 – 5 pm. Twelve beautiful residences in and…
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Rotary Club of Lexington’s Crawl for a Cause: A Spooktacular FUN-raiser!
October 27, 2025
Gather your ghouls and goblins and haunt downtown Lexington’s popular eateries for a spine-tingling good cause! The Rotary Club of Lexington is hosting its inaugural “Crawl for a Cause” on…
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Scots & Brats Festival Brings Music, Fun, and Flavor to Downtown Clinton
October 26, 2025
On Saturday, November 1, 2025, Main Street Clinton will host Scots & Brats on the 100 block of Gary Street, transforming The Lumberyard into a spirited celebration from 3:00 to…
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Murder Mystery Walk Adds Chills and Thrills to Laurens’ Spooktacular on the Square
October 26, 2025
Downtown Laurens will take on a mysterious twist this Halloween night as Main Street Laurens hosts a Murder Mystery Walk during the annual Spooktacular on the Square on Thursday, October…
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The Lumberyard to Host 2nd Annual Halloween Bash
October 26, 2025
The countdown is on for one of Clinton’s most spirited events of the season — The Lumberyard’s 2nd Annual Halloween Bash! Set for Friday, October 31, The Lumberyard will transform…
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5th Annual Blythewood Fall Championship Rodeo happening this weekend
October 23, 2025
Experience Columbia SC Sports is happy to once again to work with the Blythewood Fall Championship Rodeo presented by Scout Motors. Now in its fifth year, the event takes place…
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Full line-up announced for Day Two Festival at the Finlay Park grand re-opening weekend
October 23, 2025
The City of Columbia is excited to announce the full artist line-up for the Day Two Festival, the grand finale of the Finlay Park grand re-opening weekend on Sunday, November 16, 2025.…
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Music for Mission Concert to Benefit LCSO Family Assistance Program This Sunday
October 22, 2025
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is extending heartfelt thanks to First Presbyterian Church and its Fine Arts Ministry for hosting the upcoming Music for Mission concert on Sunday, October 26,…
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Shag Night at The Lumberyard this Saturday with DJ Pat Patterson
October 22, 2025
Get ready to slide, spin, and smile — Shag Night returns to The Lumberyard in Clinton this Saturday, October 25, with Laurens County’s own DJ Pat Patterson turning up the…
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