Memorial Day Weekend on Lake Murray Spend the holiday experiencing one of Columbia SC’s many waterways by boat, kayak or along walking trails. Lake Murray's calm water is just right for a smooth cruise on a pontoon boat with your squad with coolers and snacks in tow. Every weekend, hundreds of...

While there are plenty of good eats and drinks throughout Columbia’s entertainment districts, you would be remiss to look past some spots tucked into the region's hotels. From fancy to causal, these places can be enjoyed by visitors and locals alike. Read along for your next meal or nightcap....

Covered in pimento cheese, doused in cinnamon sugar or even dipped in vanilla ice cream (don't knock it 'till you try it). ​We couldn't possibly name all of the best fries in #RealColumbiaSC because we'd be keeping you from getting your fry fix. Here are just a few places to get you started. Tell us...

Saturday Morning Soda City Market Around here, a trip to Main Street isn’t complete without a morning spent at Soda City Market. You’ll find all manner of crazy characters at this weekly event held Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. From fresh produce and flowers to artists, pop-up boutiques and food...

A list that doesn't need much explanation, a list that is an unsung hero, a necessity on any day of the week - happy hours and daily specials in Columbia SC. Lucky for us, there are too many great places across the region to get everything at one time. So, if you see a business missing that has a...

Halloween is right around the corner, and in this historic capital city, we’ll come up with any excuse to throw a party. Check out these Halloween events and spooky sites to get your Boo! on in Columbia SC. Halloween Events A Free Times Halloween Party October 29, 7:30 - 11 PM Get spooky at Central...

Columbia SC is known for it's river-side running trails and winding bike paths (we're looking at you Harbison State Forrest). But sometimes nothing beats the energy of a group fitness class. In a city of go-getters it won't surprise you that we've got plenty to choose from with drop-in options...

This year, South Carolina Pride is celebrating 30 years, and celebrating big. The list of events leading up to the weekend has continued to grow, ranging from storytelling at Richland Library, to movie screenings at Nickelodeon Theatre, to Sunday Funday at Craft & Draft. The festival week itself...

We’re willing to bet you’ve tried your hand at Cornhole (beer in the other hand) at some point in your life. It’s a fun-loving game that often graces the yards and patios of bars across America. But did you know this game has made its way into the sporting industry with official tournaments? Cue the...

With a never-ending roster of live music events, festivals and sporting events (Go Gamecocks!), it’s hard to be bored in Columbia SC. With so much to see and do, knowing where to start can be daunting – especially for first-time visitors (looking at you, new students). Fret not, friend. We’ve put...