The jazz scene in Columbia SC is vibrant and diverse featuring traditional and modern jazz tunes being performed in unique spaces ranging from live music joints to wine bars and breweries. From concerts to cocktail lounges, big band to headliners, there are plenty of ways to experience the sounds of…
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Locals and visitors alike know that the best way to cool off during the Columbia SC summers is out on the water. If you’re unfamiliar with the rivers that flow through downtown or the lakes that offer relief from a warm summer day, don’t worry. We've got everything you need to know before you dive…
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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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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 is one of the top three best-attended college baseball stadiums in the…
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You’ve heard of Valentine’s Day, but have you heard of Galentine’s Day? That’s right, it’s a day for the gals! Whether you're the outdoorsy adventurer yearning for a day in nature or itching to dress up and hit the town, we've got ideas on how to make it a special time with your gal pals. For the…
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Thank goodness it’s a Leap Year, because we need all the time we can get to cram in all the incredible events and programming going on around town this month. From various cultural celebrations and commemorations to festivals, island escapes, live entertainment and all the chili you can eat, it’s…
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Fortunately for Columbia SC, there are unlimited options to choose from when crafting the perfect date night. And fortunately for you, we’ve done most of the work in advance + crafted date night ideas for a few of our downtown entertainment districts. Pick your favorite, make a reservation, and win…
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Whether you are looking to fill the entire week with a packed schedule of kid-friendly activities or you can only slip away for a 3-day weekend, it’s easy to put together a spring break in Columbia SC with a variety of fun. Mix and match from the following list to create a family fun spring break…
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Make no mistake about it, Columbia SC is a basketball town through and through. Home to a national champion women’s basketball team, led by a Hall of Fame Coach with a statue of Lady Gamecock legend, hometown hero and WNBA star Aja Wilson perched outside Colonia Life Arena (CLA), women certainly run…
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Tis the season for gift giving! Storefronts from Devine Street to Lexington’s Main Street fill with holiday displays of gifts from Columbia SC. Stocking stuffers Pile the stockings in your home with cute knickknacks and drool-worthy candies. Mast General Store on Main Street has barrels of treats…
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