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24 Hours in The Vista: Dinner and a Show in Columbia SC's Eclectic Arts District
Thursday, January 18, 2018 3:00 PM by Renée Chow
An ultimate overnight trip calls for dinner and a show, and The Vista in Columbia SC has the perfect pairing for a weekend away with the delicious eats of Restaurant Week Columbia and the thought-provoking A Room Called Day at Trustus Theatre. Use our itinerary below for an easy guide on how to fill
Mother Nature's Grand Finale: Experiencing Fall Foliage in Columbia SC
Monday, November 13, 2017 12:00 PM
We don’t like to pick favorites but fall might be the best time of the year. Pumpkin spice, football, #sweaterweather and fall foliage – does it get any better? Although peak foliage has come and gone across most of the country, there's still time to gaze at the beautiful red + golden leaves in
24 Hours in Five Points (Columbia SC): Chili, Halloween Costumes + Brunch
Friday, October 20, 2017 12:00 PM by Renée Chow
Headed to Columbia SC for the 30th Annual Chili Cook-Off? Five Points will be chock full of fun, and we don’t want you to miss a moment of it. Here’s an itinerary to fill your time from the first bite of chili to the last walk through Columbia’s original village neighborhood.
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Top 10 Instagram-Worthy Sites in Columbia SC
Wednesday, August 2, 2017 2:00 PM by Holly Heaton
If you take the time to stop for just a moment + look around while exploring Columbia SC, you will find that the capital city of South Carolina is bursting at the seams with unexpected energy and beauty on every corner. We know you’ll want to document every magical moment of your trip (it is 2017,
How To Tailgate Like a Local in Columbia SC
Tuesday, August 1, 2017 12:00 PM by Kelly Barbrey
Columbia SC may be Gamecock Country where the die-hard fans bleed garnet and black, but while we like to get down to business on the field, we sure do know how to roll out the welcome mat at a tailgate. Around here we know nothing brings people together like a big ole’ plate of ham biscuits and
The Ultimate Guide to Your First Time in Columbia SC
Tuesday, August 1, 2017 12:00 PM by Andrea Mensink
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. Fret not, friend. We’ve put together a First Timer’s Guide to
Unexpected Eats + Drinks at Columbia SC's Hotels
Monday, July 31, 2017 3:00 PM by Kelsey Carmichael
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 Columbia’s hotels. From fancy to causal, these places can be enjoyed by visitors and locals alike. Read along for your next meal or nightcap.
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