From the festivities to the food, we have everything you need to know to laissez les bons temps rouler the right way in the real Southern hot spot. 9th Annual Mardi Gras Columbia Festival at City Roots | March 2, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Join the Krewe de Columbia-Ya-Ya for the biggest Mardi Gras bash in…
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It's no secret that Columbia SC is booming with all things new + noteworthy. Check out our roundup of new + new-"ish" spots around town, as well as a few "coming soons." Which place are you most excited to try first? The White Mule Columbia’s latest performance venue, The White Mule, holds an…
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Traveling to Columbia SC for the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament this March? Make the most of your weekend and the down time in between games as local entities show their spirit with a slew of basketball-themed events and specials being organized around town. Start forming your plans with our…
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We know Columbia is known for its sunshine-filled days and warm summer nights, but the heart of SC is just as beautiful during the cooler months with plenty of adventures and culinary delights to fill your time. Read on for a roundup of ways to enjoy the brisk weather in this capital city. Take a…
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, aka the return of Gamecock football! As we gear up for a fresh season, whether you’re a devoted fan who never misses a game, a returning alum looking to relive your college days or traveling to support the visiting team, we’ve got the 411 on can’t-miss spots…
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When the newness of summer wears off (oh, around day three or so), the kids start climbing the walls for something to do and you still have another month before you take your week-long vacation, you need a fast solution. A stop-gap. A diversion. A getaway! You don’t want to break the bank, and you…
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Cover photo courtesy of Amy Beth Franks You’ll be hard-pressed to go anywhere in Columbia SC without stumbling upon some live music. Be it at a festival, concert venue, bar or even an open-air patio while you enjoy a meal, you’re sure to be accompanied with some easy listening. With so much talent…
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We’ve told you once, we’ve told you many times: Columbia SC is an extremely photogenic city. From swoon-worthy skylines to State and National Parks, this Capital City has everything you need to capture that perfect shot. It's no surprise that one roundup of Instagram-worthy sites around town wasn’t…
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Cotton candy sunsets over Lake Murray. Tomato sandwiches with juicy local heirlooms. Sticky hands from melting ice-cream cones. A picnic at the park (with pimento cheese, of course). Floating down the river on a tube. Strolling through Soda City Market. A glass of rosé on an open-air patio. All of…
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Good news, everybody! It just so happens that the peak season for locally-grown produce in SC runs from April through October, so you’re just in time to nab the freshest finds from our region’s farmers markets. Here’s eight markets that each offer a different experience to locals and visitors alike…
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