Hello Columbia! Welcome to this week’s list of fun things to do in the Columbia metro area!
Soda City Comic Con at the Columbia Convention Center in Columbia on Aug 19th & 20th. Soda City Comic Con is the premiere comic event in the Midlands.
With over 150 artists, vendors, guests and cosplayers, there’s something for every member of your family! They encourage you to come see how amazing pop culture can be!
BLYTHEWOOD CIGAR AND WINE 4 YEAR ANNIVERSARY AND 50 YEAR TRIBUTE TO HIP HOP at 158 Langford Rd in Blythewood Aug 17th – 19th | Get ready to indulge in the finest cigars and wines while immersing yourself in the rich history of this iconic music genre | Prepare to be entertained by live performances from talented local artists, who will be showcasing their skills and passion for Hip Hop.
Love, Peace and Hip-Hop presents: Hip-Hop Family Day at Koger Center for the Arts in Columbia on Aug. 19th | 12 – 6 pm | Love, Peace & Hip-Hop announced the legendary Kurtis Blow as the 2023 headliner for the long-anticipated return of World Famous Hip Hop Family Day | Honored by Family Circle Magazine as the Top Family-Friendly Festival in South Carolina and among the Top 50 in the nation, World Famous Hip-Hop Family Day is an unforgettable celebration of music, art, and dance. A FREE, family-first event, this black-owned and operated festival has partnered with respected national, state, and local entities like the City of Columbia, WellCare, HeadCount, AARP, US Army, Columbia Museum of Art, EdVenture Children’s Museum, and Richland Library, the Koger Center for the Arts at the University of South Carolina, and the Ernest A. Finney, Jr. Cultural Arts Center.
Urban Tiki Grand Opening, Aug 24th | It’s Tiki Time! Escape reality in downtown Columbia’s newest hidden Oasis. Embark on this immersive journey that will include freshly crafted cocktails, Polynesian-inspired cuisine, and live music that will lead you to discover hidden treasures. Your ticket includes 2 drink vouchers for beer or frozen cocktails, passed appetizers, a grazing station, giveaways, and interactive activities on the back patio. Urban Tiki is located in the lower level of The Grand on Main. Your tropical getaway is just a few steps away from the front door.
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Friday, August 18th
- $5 Mimosa, Manmosa Brunch at Bakon Southern Eatery in Chapin
- Friday Night Laser Lights at South Carolina State Museum in Columbia
- Couples Cooking Spanish Paella at Let’s Cook Culinary Studio in Columbia
- Columbia Fireflies vs. Myrtle Beach Pelicans at Segra Park in Columbia
Saturday, August 19th
- Columbia Fireflies vs. Myrtle Beach Pelicans at Segra Park in Columbia
- Italian Wine Tasting at Hampton Street Vineyard in Columbia
- Yoga at Northeast! at Richland Library Northeast in Columbia
- The Summer Send Off at 9300 Farrow Rd in Columbia
- 2023 Spirit of the Midlands Festival at 819 Woodrow St in Columbia
- French Brunch for Two Class at Let’s Cook Culinary Studio in Columbia
- Watch Freely: Sensory Freely Movie: Paws of Fury at Richland Library Southeast in Columbia
- Gamecock Central Kickoff Party at Steel Hands Brewing in Columbia
- Cooking with Richland Library: Bubble Tea Workshop at Richland Library Northeast in Columbia
- Back 2 School Bash & Butterfly Release at Christian Faith Fellowship in Columbia
- Teen Anime and Manga Club at Richland Library Sandhills in Columbia
- Family Storytime at Richland Library Cooper in Columbia on Saturdays
- Latin pool party at River’s Edge Retreat in Columbia
- Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Show! at Cambria Downtown the Vista in Columbia
- Engage Culture 2023 at 7006 Two Notch Road in Columbia
- Columbia Punk Flea Market at Jamil Shrine Temple in Columbia
Sunday, August 20th
- Columbia Fireflies vs. Myrtle Beach Pelicans at Segra Park in Columbia
- Columbia Punk Flea Market at Jamil Shrine Temple in Columbia
- Free Sundays Presented by Richland County | Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens in Columbia
- National Bacon Lovers Day at Bakon Southern Eatery in Chapin on Aug 20th – 26th
Monday, August 21st
- Columbia Financial Freedom Seminar: Be Your Own Boss at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Columbia
- Sew Divine: A Gathering of Crafters at Richland Library Cooper in Columbia
- Play Freely: Board Games for Grown Ups at Richland Library Main in Columbia
- Play Freely: Chess Club at Richland Library St. Andrews in Columbia
- Teen Anime and Manga Club at Richland Library Main in Columbia
- Monday Bites: Quick Pasta Sauces with Leighan C. at Richland Library Northeast in Columbia
- Make & Create: Open Lab – Audio Recording at Richland Library St. Andrews in Columbia
- Entrepreneur Link Up Business Event in Columbia at 2100 Bush River Rd in Columbia
- Ukulele Jam at Richland Library Main in Columbia
Tuesday, August 22nd
- Hands on Art at Richland Library St. Andrews in Columbia
- Hands on Art at Richland Library Blythewood in Blythewood
- TACOS, TEQUILA, & TUNES – MUSIC BINGO at Tin Roof in Columbia on Tuesdays
- Toucan Tuesday at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia on Tuesdays
- Watch Freely: The Phantom of the Opera at Richland Library Main in Columbia
- Sew Divine: A Gathering of Crafters at Richland Library Southeast in Columbia on Tuesdays
- Make & Create: Sew a Zippered Pouch at Richland Library Main in Columbia
- Play Freely: Board Games for Grown Ups at Richland Library Main in Columbia
- Beginner Calligraphy Class at The Graduate Columbia in Columbia
- Pasta for Two Class at Let’s Cook Culinary Studio/Southeast Chefs LLC in Columbia
Wednesday, August 23rd
- Blythewood Farmers Market at Doko Meadows Park in Blythewood on Wednesdays
- Purple Martin Tour with Wingard’s Naturalist and USCG Captain Zach Steinhauser at Jake’s Landing in Lexington, see schedule
- Late Start Wednesday Breakfast at Bakon Southern Eatery in Chapin on Wednesdays
- The Lunchbox Lift at femme x in Columbia every Wednesday thru August 30th
- Family Storytime at Richland Library St. Andrews in Columbia
- Open Lab at Richland Library Lower Richland in Hopkins
- Career Ready: Resumé Help at Richland Library Main in Columbia
- Live Jazz with Junior the Third at Chapin Branch Library in Chapin
- Manifest! : A Magical Micro Retreat at femme x in Columbia
- Getting Started with Your Estate and Financial Plan at Richland Library St. Andrews in Columbia
Thursday, August 24th
- Bilingual Storytime Cuentacuentos Bilingüe at Richland Library Northeast in Columbia on Thursdays
- Play Freely: Teen Game Night at Richland Library Sandhills in Columbia
- Watch Freely: Teen Anime Night at Richland Library St. Andrews in Columbia
- Family Storytime at Richland Library Cooper in Columbia on Thursdays
- Engage Culture 2023 at 7006 Two Notch Road in Columbia thru Aug. 20th
- Business Networking Happy Hour at Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant in Columbia
- Sushi Making Class at Hanabi Hibachi & Sushi in Columbia
Recurring Events
- Open Mic with Sam and Illia at The Venue in Columbia on Monday
- Boku Kitchen + Saloon is hosting Titos Tuesday 4-11 pm, every Tuesday. Boku will have $5 Tito’s cocktails open to close on top of their awesome happy hour which includes $4 Sake Bombs, $5 appetizers, $6 wine and $7 cocktails from 4-7 pm
- Toucan Tuesday at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia on Tuesdays
- Tini Tuesday at the Chophouse at Chapin Branch in Chapin on Tuesdays
- Nemo/Vino Tuesday Nights! at SakiTumi Grill & Sushi Bar in Columbia on Tuesdays
- Smoked Oyster Series at Smoked in Columbia every other Tuesdays
- Late Start Wednesday Breakfast at Bakon at Bakon Southern Eatery in Chapin on Wednesdays
- The Market at Richland Library in Columbia on Wednesdays
- SakiTumi Grill & Sushi Bar is hosting Half-Price Select Sushi & Martini Wednesdays 5-10 pm, The sushi rolls and drinks rotate each week so you never get bored with the same selections!
- Blythewood Farmers Market at Doko Meadows Park in Blythewood on Wednesdays
- Boku Kitchen + Saloon is also hosting Whiskey Wednesday 4-11 pm, every Wednesday. Boku offers their large selection of whiskey 1/2 off. Any and every whiskey in-house!
- The NoMa Flea at NoMa Warehouse in Columbia on Fridays
- Soda City Market at Main Street in Columbia on Saturdays
- Meeting Street Artisan Market at Interactive Art Park in Columbia on Saturdays
- The Market at Icehouse at Icehouse Amphitheater in Columbia on Saturdays
- All-Star Soda City Drag Brunch at The Venue |1626 on Main in Columbia on Saturdays
- Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Show at Cambria Downtown the Vista in Columbia on Saturdays
- Fort Jackson Auto Craft Cars and Coffee at Robert B Solomon Center in Columbia every 4th Saturday of the month
- C.A.R.E. ADV Class (6/2) at Carolina Adventure World in Winnsboro on Saturdays
- Dirt at Carolina Adventure World on Saturdays
- Upstate Minis mini cooper enthusiast club meetings on Sundays
Columbia Metro Arts | Crafts
- Hand Building Basics at Columbia Art Center on Tuesdays thru Dec. 12th
- Creative Wheel Throwing at Columbia Art Center in Columbia on Tuesdays thru Dec. 19th
- Common Thread: Quilting Circle and Storytelling at Columbia Museum of Art in Columbia on Aug 19th
- Atkuade: A Contemporary Catawba Art Gathering at the Columbia Museum of Arts in Columbia on Aug 20th
Columbia Metro Live Music / Performance
Friday, August 18th
- Bill’s Music Shop in West Columbia – Calendar of Events
- Tin Roof in Columbia – Calendar of Events
- Eddie Montgomery at the Icehouse Amphitheatre in Lexington
- sadeyes, Jomie, Lil Xtra, Dempsey Hope, and Days to Waste at New Brookland Tavern in West Columbia
- Set It Off at The Senate in Columbia
- Rod McCoy Presents The Best of Blue-Eyed Soul at Chayz Lounge in West Columbia
- Midlands Light Opera Society Presents Two One-act Comic operettas at Jubilee! Circle in Columbia
- DOWN IN THE HOLLER at Trustus Theatre in Columbia
Saturday, August 19th
- Spring Concert Series at Carolina Adventure World in Winnsboro on Saturdays
- Live Music & Dancing at Bill’s Music Shop on Saturdays – click link for calendar of events
- aloft Columbia Harbison Karaoke NIGHT at 217 Lanneau Court in Columbia on Saturdays
- Saturday Brunch at Suite Sixty with Jon Rooks at Suite Sixty in Columbia
- Chromatic Fantasy: A Solo Piano Concert at Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Columbia
- Met Fest R&B Picnic & Food Truck Festival at Charles W.Johnson Stadium in Columbia
- Letron Brantley & Friends Live! The Soul Jazz Experience at Chayz Lounge in Columbia
- BE STILL: WE STILL MOVIN’ 2 SUMMER TOUR at Out 4 the Lowe Bail Bonding in Columbia
- DUELING PIANOS WITH ALETHA AND GREG at The Venue in Columbia
- 3rd Saturdays at Mimsy’s Kitchen in Columbia
- Live Music at Mimsy’s Kitchen & Jazz Lounge In Columbia
Sunday, August 20th
- 2023 SC DJ Awards at Truth of Columbia
- STANLEY ROY LADSON JR.’S 40TH BIRTHDAY BASH at The Venue in Columbia
- Nordista Freeze + Crumbsnatchers at New Brookland Tavern West Columbia
- Bill Maher at The Township Auditorium In Columbia
- Midlands Light Opera Society Presents Two One-act Comic operettas at Jubilee! Circle in Columbia
Monday, August 21st
- SIN Karaoke Night at Tin Roof in Columbia on Monday’s
Tuesday, August 22nd
- TACOS, TEQUILA, & TUNES- MUSIC BINGO at Tin Roof in Columbia on Tuesdays
Wednesday, August 23rd
- The Menzingers at The Senate in Columbia
Thursday, August 24th
- Grayson Downs at Tin Roof in Columbia on Thursdays
- Jazz on the River at West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater in West Columbia on Thursdays
- AiR Presents: Meet COLab at Richland Library Main in Columbia
- NILS Live! The Cool Shades Concert at Chayz Lounge in West Columbia
- Kidd G: Anywhere But Home Tour at The Senate in Columbia
- The Playlist Hosted by Terence Young Presents: The Promise Land Band at The Venue |1626 on Main in Columbia
