Hot October Highlights: Brews, BOOs and Fall Festivals

Between the chill in the air and the one going down your spine, it can only mean that October has arrived in the Heart of SC. And with it comes outdoor festivals, cozy eats, cultural celebrations and haunting Halloween happenings. Cabaret at Trustus Theatre | Select dates Oct. 1 – 25 Munch on…

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20 Unexpected Activities with Kids in Columbia, SC

From fun and free to special-occasion fee-based experiences, we chatted with our Experience Columbia SC Ambassadors who have littles in their lives to compile the ultimate list of unexpected things to do with kids in Columbia, SC. How many can your family check off the list this year? 1. Take a kid…

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Fall Flavors and Fun in Columbia SC

Fall in Columbia doesn’t always bring cooler days, but you can still count on these cozy autumnal drinks and dishes to get you in the spirit. Cozy Coffee Set the tone for the day with an autumnal coffee. We know and love the classic PSL, but coffee shops around Columbia are putting their own…

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Columbia is for the Boys: 4 Guys Getaways

Whether you’re blasting “The Boys are Back in Town” or showing off your Kenergy, Columbia SC is the place for the next time the guys want to get together. We all love to indulge in the “Saturdays are for the boys” mentality, but these shenanigans need a whole weekend. No matter if you’re a sporty…

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Long Weekend Plans: Labor Day in Columbia SC

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 in this year. Events during Labor Day Weekend: The Sandstorm returns with the Gamecock's first home game against Kent State on…

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One More Chapter: A Bookworm's Guide to Columbia SC

Sometimes the most relaxing thing you can do is unwind (and unplug!) with a good book. Here’s how you can get swept up in a story in Columbia SC. Shop Pop into a local bookstore and stock your shelves with page-turners. At Ed’s Editions in West Columbia, you’ll find rows upon rows of gently used…

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Experiencing Fall Foliage in Columbia SC

Enjoy the vibrant colors and cooler temperatures of fall in Columbia SC. Peak times to see fall foliage in the Columbia region are from late October to early November, and there is no shortage of places to leaf-peep. Parks and Gardens The Columbia region is home to many parks and gardens where…

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Beers and Brats: Oktoberfest Celebrations in Columbia SC

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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