The South and food have been long been intertwined, and you can expect Columbia SC to be an anchor in the Southern culinary scene. In 2023 and 2024, Columbia has had numerous James Beard recognized restaurants! Keep reading so you'll know where to find the best of the best fix in Columbia, SC…
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If the sound of the Sandstorm hasn't graced your ears yet, it will soon. Yep football is back in Columbia SC, specifically Gamecock football. While the football games are the reason we all show up, there’s a lot more that goes into the football festivities around here. From the food and drink to…
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The ‘ber months are officially here and September is ushering in the seasonal transition with a bang. The temps are beginning to cool, but the calendar is on fire with concerts, comedy, commemorations, cultural celebrations, one particularly packed bye weekend from Gamecock football and more. Here’s…
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Enjoy an end-of-summer weekend full of live music, outdoor recreation, top-notch restaurants and attractions for all ages. Here’s your can’t-miss list for Labor Day Fun. Where to go and what to do: Kick off the long weekend by cooling down with a refreshing spritz. Stop by Columbia Museum of Art…
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There’s just something about biscuits & gravy that make them the perfect comfort food. Whether it’s a side or the main course, you can never go wrong ordering up this tried-and-true breakfast staple. Lucky for us, there’s no shortage of spots around town that know how to serve them up right. Keep…
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Columbia's culinary scene has been in the spotlight quite a bit recently (are you familiar with the James Beard Awards? Because we certainly are). In addition to the big award recognized restaurants, there are so many more restaurants to explore that truly define dining in Columbia. Some of these…
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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…
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Whether you’re belting out your favorite tunes at a concert or getting lost in the magic of a Broadway show, the Heart of SC has venues and performances to fit your every mood and desire. Concert Venues Colonial Life Arena, the largest arena in South Carolina, hosts 18,000 seats and promises a…
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When it comes to Oktoberfest, Columbia proves itself as the host with the prost as local breweries, bottle shops and even churches (okay, *one* church) fully embrace the weeks-long German celebration. So dust off your lederhosen and have your steins at the ready – Oktoberfest is upon us and there…
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This month’s calendar is filled with firsts, like new festivals and a historic sporting event, but there are plenty of familiar favorites returning to the mix, too. Here’s how you can enjoy a bit of both all August long in the Heart of SC. Brew at the Zoo at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden | August 2…
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