If the sound of the Sandstorm hasn't graced your ears yet, it will soon. Yep football is back in the heart of 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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Is the weather warming up? Don’t sweat it - we’ve got the lowdown on how to stay cool in our signature Southern heat. Lake Murray Boasting 600 miles of shoreline, the “Jewel of South Carolina” is Columbia’s major destination for water recreation. The Lexington side of the dam boasts a sandy beach…
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Calling all water bugs and sun-worshipers - your perfect day is waiting for you in the heart of SC, and we want to help you plan. Whether you're boat-cruisin', zipping around on jet skis or clipping a padlock on the Love Lock Bridge with your significant other, a trip to Lake Murray is the perfect…
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In the heart of SC, we know how to throw a party for every kind of fan. Whether you’ve been waiting all year to debut your cosplay masterpiece or simply want to browse comics, collectibles, and artwork that rival anything in the galaxy, Soda City Comic Con is your invitation to geek out in Columbia…
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Picking a restaurant while traveling is hard enough with myriad options in an unfamiliar place. Add to that specific dietary restrictions or requirements, toss in a couple traveling companions with differing preferences from your own and you have a pretty tall order on hand. Well, if dining…
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As much as we love the great outdoors in Columbia, sometimes the weather calls for indoor activities. Whether is a particularly warm day or the rain just won’t quit, there’s still plenty of fun to be had. 1) Museums The museums in Columbia SC are world class from the paintings in Columbia Museum of…
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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…
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Get your chopsticks and soy sauce at the ready, because we have the rundown on some of the places around town where you can get your sushi fix. Inakaya Hand-rolled happiness awaits at Inakaya. Whether you prefer sushi or sashimi, Inakaya offers both in authentic abundance, plus plenty of…
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Get a true taste of summer this month with culinary events highlighting the season’s bounty and time spent outdoors in our parks and on our waterways. Here’s how you can spend the long July days in the Heart of SC. Lake Murray’s Independence Day Celebration 2026 at Lake Murray | July 4 Watch the…
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It’s right there in the name, SC Famously Hot Pride Festival is so hot they have to wait for the cooler months to host it. That’s why the 36th annual pride festival is parading into Columbia all week-long September 28 - October 5. It’s time to giddy up to the Pink Pony Club to celebrate…
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