Hello Columbia! Welcome to this week’s list of fun things to do in the Columbia metro area!
Storytime with Santa | Friday, November 17 | 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm | Partager Gallery Gifts and Home | 5910 Garners Ferry Rd in Columbia | Free | Join Partager Gallery for a heartwarming “Storytime with Santa” event.
Storytime with the Jolly Old Elf: Santa himself will read beloved Christmas tales to the children.
Christmas Treats: Kids will enjoy delightful Christmas treats while listening to Santa’s stories.
Shopping for Parents: While the kids revel in storytime, parents can explore the treasures of the Gallery for unique holiday gifts.
Create cherished memories with your family as Santa spreads the magic of Christmas. Believe in the wonder of the season! 🎅📚🍪
Holiday Market at Crooked Creek Park in Chapin on Nov. 18 | 8:30am to 2:00pm | Complete your holiday shopping with one-of-a-kind items including paintings, handmade jewelry, home decor items, and more.
YMCA Holiday Market | YMCA in Ballentine, 1079 Dutch Fork Rd in Irmo | Saturday, November 18 | 10 am – 2 pm | A diverse array of products, including handmade jewelry, clothing, home decor, candles, artwork, pottery, and much more | It’s a great place to shop for holiday gifts, as well as to treat yourself to something special | Shoppers can find one-of-a-kind items that can’t be purchased in mainstream retail stores | A “Letter to Santa” station will be set up where children can write their Christmas wish lists. Stationary is free but limited, so get there early.
Harvest Market & Guided Farm Tour | Doko Farm at 2101 Cedar Creek Road in Blythewood | Free | Annual Harvest Market & Guided Farm Tour at Doko Farm. Tickets on sale now for the final guided farm tour of 2023. While at Doko Farm, enjoy their local farm and artisan market, warm up around the bonfire, eat tasty treats, and create cozy fall memories with your family and friends.
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Friday, November 17th
- 55th Annual Gem, Mineral, & Jewelry Show at Jamil Shrine Temple in Columbia
- Food Truck Fridays at Town Theatre in Columbia on Fridays | 11am – 3pm
- Historic Columbia’s Holiday House Tours at Hampton-Preston Manion in Columbia on Nov. 17 +additional dates
- Mission Lexington Oyster Roast for a Reason at Icehouse Amphitheater in Lexington
- Murders and Mysteries Irmo Walking Tour at Irmo Town Park in Irmo
- Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia
Saturday, November 18th
- 55th Annual Gem, Mineral, & Jewelry Show at Jamil Shrine Temple in Columbia
- USC Gamecocks Football vs. Kentucky Wildcats Football at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia
- Children’s Charities “Turkey Trot” 5k and 1mi Family Fun Run at Harborside Village Green in Columbia
- Safety Day & Free Swim Lessons at Columbia College in Columbia
- USC vs. Kentucky Alumni Association Tailgate at Gamecock Park in Columbia
- Main Street Food Tour at Main Street in Columbia
- Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Show! at Cambria Downtown the Vista in Columbia on Nov. 18 + additional dates
Sunday, November 19th
- 55th Annual Gem, Mineral, & Jewelry Show at Jamil Shrine Temple in Columbia
- Santa & Me, hosted by Prisma Health Midlands Foundation at EdVenture Children’s Museum in Columbia
- Free Sundays Presented by Richland County | Museum of the Reconstruction Era at The Museum of the Reconstruction Era in Columbia
- 12,000 Year History Park – Native American Lifeways at 12000 Year History Park in Cayce
Monday, November 20th
- Mommy and Me Dance Class for Ages 0 – 3 at Ann Brodies Center for Dance Education in Columbia on Mondays
- Stargazing at Melton Observatory on Monday nights from 8pm -10pm., weather permitting.
- Artful Design: Art and Design Workshop for Educators at Columbia Museum of Art in Columbia
- Sleigh Bell Trot at Saluda Shoals Park in Columbia
- University of South Carolina Gamecocks Women’s Basketball vs. South Dakota State Jackrabbits Womens Basketball at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia
Tuesday, November 21st
Wednesday, November 22nd
Thursday, November 23rd
- Happy Thanksgiving!
Recurring Events
- Richland Library – Calendar of Events
- 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
- 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
- City of Columbia Food Truck Fridays at Town Theatre 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
- Kershaw County Farmers Market at 906 Broad Street in Camden on Saturdays
- Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Show at Cambria Downtown the Vista in Columbia on Saturdays
Columbia Metro Arts | Crafts
- Beginning Wheel Throwing Friday at Columbia Art Center in Columbia on Fridays from 2 – 4 pm
- Beginning Throwing Saturday at Columbia Art Center in Columbia on Saturdays from 2 – 4 pm
- Letters from Anne and Martin at Columbia Museum of Art on Nov. 17
- Morey Weinstein “The Art of Realism” Gallery Opening at City Art in Columbia on Nov. 17 +additional dates
- The Vista Art Night with David West at Koger Center for the Arts in Columbia on Nov. 17
- Pretty Woman the Musical at Koger Center for the Arts in Columbia on Nov. 17
- SC Philharmonic • Rachmaninoff 150 at Koger Center for the Arts in Columbia on Nov. 17
- Art Class: Build Your New Favorite Mug at Columbia Museum of Art in Columbia on Nov. 18
- Stroller Tour: Rendez-Vous at Columbia Museum of Art in Columbia on Nov. 18
- Sergio Hudson: Conversation with the Designer at Columbia Museum of Art in Columbia on Nov. 18
- Whimsical Creature Sculpting | This workshop will be held at the Columbia Art Center at 1227 Taylor Street. It starts Nov. 4th from Noon-3pm and continues Nov. 18th from 12 – 2pm | In this workshop, participants will create domestic, wild, or imaginary animals, creature, or critter of their choice.
Columbia Metro Live Music / Performance
- Bill’s Music Shop in West Columbia – Calendar of Events
- Tin Roof in Columbia – Calendar of Events
- New Brookland Tavern in West Columbia – Calendar of Events
- Chayz Lounge in Columbia – Calendar of Events
- Pearlz Oyster and Raw Bar Upstairz Lounge in Columbia – Calendar of Events
- Art Bar in Columbia – Calendar of Events
- Steel Hands Brewing in Cayce – Calendar of Events
- Mimsy’s Kitchen & Jazz Lounge – Calendar of Events
Friday, November 17th
- Friday Night Jazz at The Aristocrat in Columbia on Fridays. Enjoy live jazz, great drinks and food every Friday night! Show starts at 8 | Happy hour 4 – 7 pm.
- Live Music Saturdays at Mimsy’s Kitchen in Columbia on Saturdays | 7 – 10 pm
- aloft Columbia Harbison Karaoke NIGHT at 217 Lanneau Ct in Columbia on Saturdays | 8 pm – 12 am | Food, drinks, music and games
- Binge Karaoke Night at 1130 Kinley Rd in Irmo on Saturdays | 7 pm – 10 pm | Food, Drinks, Music and Games. | $5.00 entry includes unlimited song play.
- Katera Live! Fridays at Esther’s Soul Food + Kitchen in Columbia on Fridays
- Live Music with September Campbell at Gardener’s Outpost in Columbia
- Dueling Pianos at The Venue |1626 on Main in Columbia every Friday in November | Get ready for an epic showdown as two pianists go head-to-head, battling it out with their incredible skills and electrifying music.
- Marshgrass Mamas + Admiral Radio at Central Energy, Gregg Street in Columbia
- The Legend of Georgia McBride at Longstreet Theatre in Columbia
- Gimme Gimme Disco at The Senate in Columbia
Saturday, November 18th
- aloft Columbia Harbison Karaoke NIGHT at 217 Lanneau Court in Columbia on Saturdays
- Live Music Saturdays at Mimsy’s Kitchen in Columbia on Saturdays
- Sax, Keys & Brunch – Corey Stone at Mimsy’s Kitchen in Columbia on Saturdays
- Puppy Pals, Live! at Harbison Theatre in Irmo
- Good Life Cafe Poetry Slam at Good Life Cafe in Columbia
- Travis Denning at Carolina Adventure World in Winnsboro
- Midlands Light Opera at Jubilee! Circle in Columbia
- Alexandra Kay – All I’ve Ever Known: The Tour at The Senate in Columbia
- KnT Presents: Starlight – Kings Academy at Drip Coffee in Columbia
Sunday, November 19th
- MMC Presents Country Queens at Reformation Lutheran Church in Columbia on Nov. 19
Monday, November 20th
Tuesday, November 21st
- Live in the Lobby Jazz 2023 Season: Don Vappie at the Koger Center for the Arts in Columbia
Wednesday, November 22nd
- Historic Columbia’s Holiday House Tours at Hampton-Preston Manion in Columbia
- Friendsgiving at Top Dawg Tavern in Columbia
Thursday, November 23rd
- Thankful Thursday with Chuck and Chip at The Venue |1626 on Main in Columbia
