Kick off AAPI Month on May 2nd by attending the "Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Storytime" featuring an outlaid reading of "I Am Golden" by Eva Chen at Columbia Cooper Library. Experience Columbia SC ambassador and local business owner of FIT Columbia, Angela Yong, established…
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It’s that time of year where our little Gamecocks must don their cap and gown and fly the coop. Graduation season has arrived in the heart of SC and whether you’ve come to Columbia from many miles away or just a town over, soak up these last few days with the place you called home for so long. Put…
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When the tee time is set, leave it to us to figure out the rest. Whether your family is in town for a youth golf tournament, you’re playing nine following a convention, or you have a full weekend planned with your friends, Columbia SC has just the right mix of food and fun to make your next golf…
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Nestled between the banks of the Congaree River and the downtown scene, you’ll find one of Columbia SC’s most electric districts. From museums full of wonder, public art around every corner, and a mouth-watering culinary scene, The Vista makes for a whirlwind weekend escape. Saturday Morning Check…
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Heyyy, batter batter, we’ve got your roundup of three ways to enjoy America’s favorite pastime and warm spring weather in the heart of South Carolina. University of South Carolina Gamecock Baseball Home Base: Founders Park, home of USC Baseball, is one of the top three best-attended college…
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The Columbia Food and Wine Festival returns for its eighth year April 22-26 featuring the Columbia region’s finest plates and pours. From hands-on experiences like an empanada and salsa workshop to chef collaborations and the Grand Tasting, the festival offers something for the foodie in all of…
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Spring Break should feel easy. Sunshine, fresh air, happy kids and days that unfold naturally. That’s exactly what families find when they spend Spring Break in Columbia. Right in the heart of SC, Columbia hits a sweet spot parents appreciate. It’s affordable, simple to navigate and packed with…
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What February lacks in calendar days, it more than makes up for in celebrations and cultural observations. From feeling the love and letting the good times roll to scoring secondhand treasures and recognizing Black History Month, the weeks ahead are overflowing with connection and community in the…
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This blog was written by Experience Columbia SC 2024 Ambassador David Laird. How does a Capital City 700 miles outside of New Orleans become the Mardi Gras center of the Carolinas? By keeping it funky and embracing the chaos. Each year on the Saturday before Fat Tuesday (the French translation of…
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No matter the season, Columbia, SC, is chockablock with indoor fun. With a healthy dose of culture, play and creativity, the city offers a mix of experiences that keep locals and savvy travelers alike entertained year-round. Indoor museums, hands-on workshops and playful experiences make it easy to…
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