January in Columbia is full of fun – from outdoor play, storytimes, art activities, and more! Get out your calendars and make a note of all there is to do.
Don’t forget to check out our local guides – parks...
The Midlands has several activities around town to make welcoming in the new year fun for the whole family! And the best part is most finish early enough to get the kids to bed, countdown to midnight, and sip...
One thing I love about Columbia is that there is so much culture and art to explore. Whether it's the Columbia Museum of Art, the Children's museum, the Columbia Marionette Theatre, or the Richland County Library system, you can...
December in Columbia is full of fun – from holiday events, storytimes, art activities, and more! Get out your calendars and make a note of all there is to do.
Don’t forget to check out our local guides – where...
Few things signal a kickoff to the season more than holiday lights! It’s a wonderful time of year already, but something about lights sparkling throughout the season makes this time of year feel extra magical. Thankfully, there are plenty...
No holiday season is complete without a visit to the man in red! Below is a list of places you’ll be able to find Santa Claus around Columbia between now and when he loads his sleigh!
Photos with Santa at...
With Veterans Day upon us, many local businesses and national chains are saying "thank you" to veterans and active military members by offering freebies and deals on food, drinks, activities, and merchandise. Just remember many require a military id,...
I have tried many options when it comes to Thanksgiving. I have tried cooking the whole meal myself. I have tried it potluck style. I have tried various catering services as well as eating out. Never have I ever...
When we're in the downtown Columbia area and want to play, one of our favorite places for some outside time is Historic Elmwood Roy Lynch Park.
This park is a special one. It is named in honor of Army veteran...
November in Columbia is full of fun – from storytimes, art activities, puppet shows, festivals, and more! Get out your calendars and make a note of all there is to do.
Don’t forget to check out our other local guides...
Next Spring, the South Carolina State Museum is set to host a fan-favorite blockbuster exhibition created by the Walt Disney Archives, Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume. Opening May 3, 2025, the critically acclaimed showcase features more...
It's FALL Y'ALL! It's the most wonderful time of the year (in my opinion anyway). And it's time for your local Columbia Fall Bucket List!
My love for autumn goes well beyond the #basic obsession with pumpkin spice lattes and...
Let's face it, as fun as birthdays are, birthday parties have taken a whole new level over the years from playdates at McDonalds (who remembers the play gyms?) to modern day extravagant decor and over the top fun. So...
Sometimes we make plans to go on vacation but things don't work out. Maybe it's finances, maybe someone gets sick, or maybe bad weather cancels our plans. Whatever the case may be, it doesn't have to ruin your vacation....
In + Around Columbia
Flight Adventure Park Irmo Soars with New Thrills!
Get ready for liftoff! Flight Adventure Park Irmo has been re-imagined and is better than ever! We've got all of the need-to-know details on...
