City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department partnering with The Nickelodeon Theater to present Screen on the Green
December 2, 2025
Who:Â City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department and The Nickelodeon Theater What:Â The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department and The Nickelodeon Theater have partnered for Screen on the Green…
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Midlands Clay Arts Society 24th Annual Holiday Sale is December 4-6 at Stormwater Studios
December 2, 2025
Midlands Clay Arts Society are invited to our 24th Annual Midlands Clay Arts Holiday Sale, to be held December 4-6, 2025 at Stormwater Studios, 413 Pendleton Street, Columbia, SC. Admission…
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Historic Columbia announces December 2025 events
December 2, 2025
Historic Columbia offers a full slate of tours and programs throughout December, including Historic Holiday Tours at two landmark properties and a preservation-focused Renovation Rodeo in the Vista. PROGRAMS &…
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Columbia’s Gingerbread House Competition returns—free family event supports local families
November 18, 2025The sweetest tradition in the Midlands returns this holiday season! The 3rd Annual SC Gingerbread House Competition, hosted by Davis Architecture at AIA Columbia (1530 Main Street, Columbia, SC), invites families, artists, bakers,…
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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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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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Inaugural Irmo Christmas Parade – Dec 6
November 4, 2025
Get ready to usher in the holiday season with a spectacular new tradition! The Town of Irmo Events Committee announced the First Annual Irmo Christmas Parade, rolling through our streets…
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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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Ghosts, ghouls, and goodies galore at Five Points Trick-or-Treat this Sunday!
October 25, 2025
The Five Points Association invites families, friends, and costumed characters of all ages to join us for our annual Five Points Trick-or-Treat event this Sunday, October 26, from 4:00–6:00 p.m.…
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Dominion Energy to begin performing tree trimming activities as scheduled for 2025
October 17, 2025
Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, October 20, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming:…
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The National Crappie League Tournament is coming to Lake Murray on October 3–4, 2025
September 23, 2025
Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) is proud to host the National Crappie League (NCL) Wild Card Tournament on October 3–4, 2025 at Lake Murray. This exciting two-day fishing competition will bring…
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Experience Black History and Culture at Jubilee Festival on September 20
September 16, 2025Join Historic Columbia on Saturday, September 20, 2025, for a dynamic celebration of Black history, heritage, and culture at the 47th annual Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture. This free, family-friendly event…
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JerryFest 2025 announces commemorative poster contest
September 16, 2025
The Five Points Association announced a Commemorative Poster Contest for the 2025 JerryFest, Columbia’s free outdoor concert celebrating the life and legacy of Jerry Garcia and the 60th anniversary of…
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