February in Columbia is full of fun – from Valentine events, cookie making, 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 & playgrounds, indoor play areas, birthday parties, kids eat free, and more!
*Please note – While we make every effort to crosscheck current links and event details on our guides, we always encourage you to do the same before making final plans. If details are missing or incorrect, please let us know so that we can correct them.
Feb
1
Galentine’s Day Princess Party
💖 You’re Invited to Our Galentine’s Party! 💖 Join us Sunday, February 1st from 12–2 PM for a sweet Galentine’s celebration filled with fun, friendship, and a little magic! ✨
Feb
2
Monday Morning Makers – Fuse Beads
Feed that drive to create and rediscover your sense of wonder and excitement in the Ballentine Library Makerspace. Audience(s): Adults, Families, School age children (6-12 years), Teens (12-18 years)
Feb
2
Groundhog Family Game Night
Did the groundhog see his shadow? Bring the family to the studio for this fun family game night. You will be given dice and all the supplies to draw your
Feb
3
Toddler Storytime
Help your toddler discover the alphabet, numbers and other concepts while building social skills and learning about our world. Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years), Toddlers (19 months-2 years)
Feb
3
Toddlertime
A fun-filled interactive program for toddlers and their grownups that uses songs, puppets and more to kindle the learning process. (12–36 months)
Feb
3
Teen Makers: Decora Charm Frames
Decora frames are a kawaii way to add flair to your memories. We’ll have buttons, charms, and colorful beads to help you craft the perfect accessory. Audience(s): Teens (12-18 years)
Feb
4
Family Storytime
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family. Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years), Babies (0-18 months), Toddlers (19 months-2 years),
Feb
4
Gladys’ Gang Toddler Edition: Wintry Whites
White can mean fresh snow, puffy clouds, or a blank canvas. Join us to explore how white is used in art and in the world around us. Gladys’ Gang is
Feb
4
Craft Club: Play-Doh (K-5)
Knead, shape and play dough. Use your imagination to create with Play-Doh. (grades K–5)
Feb
4
InBeTween: The Snack Chronicles
Snack attack, Pines-style. Watch Gravity Falls (TV-Y7), make a healthy treat and snag the recipe to keep adventuring at home. (grades 6–8)
Feb
5
Hello, Baby!
Grow your baby’s vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs. Audience(s): Babies (0-18 months)
Feb
5
Preschool Storytime
Share a love of reading with your child by exploring stories together, promoting language skills and sparking their curiosity about the world. (3–5 years)
Feb
5
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Our Daddy-Daughter Dance!
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Our Daddy-Daughter Dance! Dates: 🗓️ Thursday, February 5 and Friday, February 6 Time: 6:00–9:00 PM There’s no place like this magical night! ✨ Join us “Over the Rainbow”
Feb
6
Free Fridays at Riverbanks Zoo
Every Friday in January and February 2026, residents of Richland and Lexington counties can receive free daytime admission to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden by showing proof of residency (for example,
Feb
6
Teen HangTime – Anime
This summer, hang out every Friday with other teens to create, play, and binge anime!
Feb
6
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Our Daddy-Daughter Dance!
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Our Daddy-Daughter Dance! Dates: 🗓️ Thursday, February 5 and Friday, February 6 Time: 6:00–9:00 PM There’s no place like this magical night! ✨ Join us “Over the Rainbow”
Feb
6
Play Freely for Teens: Magic the Gathering
Teens will sort through a smorgasbord of free cards (provided by MagiKids) and build their own deck to test against others. Audience(s): Teens (12-18 years)
Feb
7
Ice Cream for Breakfast Day w/ Pajama Contest
NATIONAL ICE CREAM FOR BREAKFAST DAY at Sweet Izzy’s (Pajama Party + NY Bagels ONE DAY ONLY!) Date: Saturday, February 7 Time: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location: Sweet Izzy’s Ice Cream504 Lexington Ave,
Feb
7
Soda City Market
Welcome to Columbia’s original town square. Soda City Market is a producer-only market — vendors must make or grow their own products (including flowers and out of season/exotic fruits and
Feb
7
Character Day at Flying Biscuit
Bluey, Sonic, Cocomelon & Hello Kitty are coming to Flying Biscuit! Join us for Character Day on Saturday, February 7 from 9:30–10:30 AM. This experience is for dine-in guests only.
Feb
7
Rainbow Story Morning
We are excited to announce we are hosting a new drop-in space for youth and their families to enjoy stories, performances, art activities, and more! Rainbow Story Morning is developed
Feb
7
Family Storytime
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years)
Feb
7
Hands on Art: Garrett Morgan and the Stoplight
Learn about Black inventor Garrett Morgan while creating process-based, stoplight-inspired artwork.
Feb
7
Meeting Street Artisan Market
There are new options for afternoon shopping on Saturdays in West Columbia. The Meeting Street Artisan Market has new hours, 11 AM – 3 PM, beginning this Saturday, August 6,
Feb
7
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Join Dorothy on her adventures through Oz. Meet the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion on their way to visit the Wizard. But Look out for the Wicked Witch, she
Feb
7
Family Storytime: Black History Month
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family while honoring Black History.
Feb
7
The Animal Experience Tour at Goat Daddys
Join us for the ultimate interactive tour for all animal lovers! Get up close and personal with a wide variety of animals, including goats, kangaroos, tortoises, potbelly pigs, snakes, alpacas,
Feb
7
Teen Makers
Create, relax, and have fun with other teens doing everything from arts & crafts to playing games. Let the library be your safe space to hang on Saturdays from 3
Feb
8
The Animal Experience Tour at Goat Daddys
Join us for the ultimate interactive tour for all animal lovers! Get up close and personal with a wide variety of animals, including goats, kangaroos, tortoises, potbelly pigs, snakes, alpacas,
Feb
8
Lunar New Year: Year of the Horse
Come celebrate Lunar New Year a little early with crafts, games and performances including a special lion dance performed by the Chien Hong Kung Fu School. Audience(s): Adults, Families, Preschoolers
Feb
10
Toddler Storytime
Help your toddler discover the alphabet, numbers and other concepts while building social skills and learning about our world. Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years), Toddlers (19 months-2 years)
Feb
10
Teen Makers: Latch Hook Hearts
Latch hooking is a simple technique using yarn and knots to create beautiful patterns. Learn to latch hook as you create your very own heart patterns – a perfect gift
Feb
11
Homeschool Huddle
Welcome homeschool families! Meet and connect with other homeschoolers and learn more about library resources to help your homeschooling journey. Come with questions and ideas to share.
Feb
11
Crafternoon – Black History Month Edition: Romare Bearden
Get your craft on! Let your imagination run wild using a variety of materials provided. Paint, color, collage, or all of the above! Audience(s): Families, School age children (6-12 years)
Feb
11
Teen Makers: Block Stamped Bandanas
Learn to block print on fabric by designing a custom bandana. Show off your creativity and try new folding and tying techniques, too! Audience(s): Teens (12-18 years)
Feb
12
Hello, Baby!
Grow your baby’s vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs. Audience(s): Babies (0-18 months)
Feb
12
Preschool Storytime
Share a love of reading with your child by exploring stories together, promoting language skills and sparking their curiosity about the world. (3–5 years)
Feb
12
Daddy Daughter Dance
Dress to impress in your favorite pink & red attire and get ready for a night filled with love, laughter, and dancing! Hearts, flowers, and sweet memories guaranteed What’s Included Decorate-Your-Own Mini
Feb
13
Free Fridays at Riverbanks Zoo
Every Friday in January and February 2026, residents of Richland and Lexington counties can receive free daytime admission to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden by showing proof of residency (for example,
Feb
13
SC Career Kids – Taste of Careers Camp!
This camp offers kids a fun, hands-on introduction to culinary arts and hospitality. Campers will cook a variety of dishes, learn kitchen skills, safety, food handling, budgeting, and etiquette, and
Feb
13
Library: Wednesday Party
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a spooky twist at our Wednesday Party (as in Addams) on FRIDAY THE 13TH! It’s Halloween in February, with arts and crafts, activities, and food provided!
Feb
13
Teen HangTime – Anime
This summer, hang out every Friday with other teens to create, play, and binge anime!
Feb
13
Parent’s Night Out
Need a break or a date night? Drop off the kids for an evening of games, crafts, movies, and pizza. Our staff keeps all ages engaged so you can enjoy
Feb
14
Soda City Market
Welcome to Columbia’s original town square. Soda City Market is a producer-only market — vendors must make or grow their own products (including flowers and out of season/exotic fruits and
Feb
14
Accessibility Morning – The Red Crayon
These mornings are for individuals, families, and groups who would enjoy a more disability-adapted museum experience. Along with a calmer, more sensory-friendly setting, this program includes ASL interpretation and other
Feb
14
Valentine’s Edition: Storytime with Gram Cindy
Join us for a Valentine’s family breakfast, complete with heart shaped biscuits and mini trays and an interactive story time with our very own Gram Cindy, as she reads some
Feb
14
Family Storytime
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years)
Feb
14
Meeting Street Artisan Market
There are new options for afternoon shopping on Saturdays in West Columbia. The Meeting Street Artisan Market has new hours, 11 AM – 3 PM, beginning this Saturday, August 6,
Feb
14
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Join Dorothy on her adventures through Oz. Meet the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion on their way to visit the Wizard. But Look out for the Wicked Witch, she
Feb
14
16th Mardi Gras Columbia Festival
The 16th Mardi Gras Columbia Festival takes place on Saturday, February 14, 2026 (12-7pm) at City Roots urban farm in the historic Rosewood neighborhood of Columbia, SC! Tickets now available
Feb
14
Parent’s Night Out
Need a break or a date night? Drop off the kids for an evening of games, crafts, movies, and pizza. Our staff keeps all ages engaged so you can enjoy
Feb
15
Family Night Takeover: “Laissez les bons temps rouler”
Let the good times roll.” It’s a Mardi Gras celebration. We turn off the computers for a festive celebration of the New Orleans tradition with masquerades, beads, bubbles, games, food and
Feb
17
Toddler Storytime
Help your toddler discover the alphabet, numbers and other concepts while building social skills and learning about our world. Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years), Toddlers (19 months-2 years)
Feb
18
Gladys’ Gang Toddler Edition: Wintry Whites
White can mean fresh snow, puffy clouds, or a blank canvas. Join us to explore how white is used in art and in the world around us. Gladys’ Gang is
Feb
18
STEAM Studio: Lava Lamps
Join us for inventing, building, and creating, using Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math! Audience(s): School age children (6-12 years), 6-8 years, 9-12 years
Feb
19
Hello, Baby!
Grow your baby’s vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs. Audience(s): Babies (0-18 months)
Feb
19
Preschool Storytime
hare a love of reading with your child by exploring stories together, promoting language skills and sparking their curiosity about the world. (3–5 years)
Feb
20
Free Fridays at Riverbanks Zoo
Every Friday in January and February 2026, residents of Richland and Lexington counties can receive free daytime admission to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden by showing proof of residency (for example,
Feb
20
Teen HangTime – Anime
This summer, hang out every Friday with other teens to create, play, and binge anime!
Feb
20
Play Freely For Teens: Dice Tales
Adventurers who would like to plunder dungeons and face off with dragons will be right at home in these “dice tales.” Audience(s): Teens (12-18 years)
Feb
21
Soda City Market
Welcome to Columbia’s original town square. Soda City Market is a producer-only market — vendors must make or grow their own products (including flowers and out of season/exotic fruits and
Feb
21
Repticon
This show features everything that you’ve come to love most about Repticon’s two days of fun and excitement! See live animals from around the world, purchase pets and pet products
Feb
21
Family Storytime
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years)
Feb
21
Stroller Tour of the Collection
Take a tour of the newly reopened CMA Collection with infants in tow! Bring your little ones along for the ride on a stroller-friendly tour for caregivers with babies up
Feb
21
Meeting Street Artisan Market
There are new options for afternoon shopping on Saturdays in West Columbia. The Meeting Street Artisan Market has new hours, 11 AM – 3 PM, beginning this Saturday, August 6,
Feb
21
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Join Dorothy on her adventures through Oz. Meet the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion on their way to visit the Wizard. But Look out for the Wicked Witch, she
Feb
22
Repticon
This show features everything that you’ve come to love most about Repticon’s two days of fun and excitement! See live animals from around the world, purchase pets and pet products
Feb
24
Toddler Storytime
Help your toddler discover the alphabet, numbers and other concepts while building social skills and learning about our world. Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years), Toddlers (19 months-2 years)
Feb
24
Community Event (Grands and Littles)
We’re bringing seniors and children together for a fun intergenerational storytime and craft session. (all ages)
Feb
25
Cola Kids Consignment Sale
Come shop Columbia’s premier bi-annual kids consignment sale! Save big on clothes, toys, and gear for your little one! SALE HOURS:February 25 – Pre-Sale~1:00 – 8:00pm – Ticket RequiredPurchase Presale
Feb
25
Crafternoon
Get your craft on! Let your imagination run wild using a variety of materials provided. Paint, color, collage, or all of the above! Audience(s): Families, School age children (6-12 years)
Feb
26
Cola Kids Consignment Sale
Come shop Columbia’s premier bi-annual kids consignment sale! Save big on clothes, toys, and gear for your little one! SALE HOURS:February 25 – Pre-Sale~1:00 – 8:00pm – Ticket RequiredPurchase Presale
Feb
26
Crafternoon
Looking for some fun ways to spend your early release from school and keep your kids’ creativity flowing? Join us for a Crafternoon doing crafts. We’ll announce the activity soon
Feb
26
Family Palooza: Read with Willow
Enjoy stories with Willow, a therapy dog that travels with Tanee and Macey of Uplift Lexington County. Willow loves to listen and give kisses. (families with children)
Feb
26
Family Storytime
Experience the best in books, nursery rhymes, finger plays, storytelling and songs for any age. (families with children)
Feb
27
Cola Kids Consignment Sale
Come shop Columbia’s premier bi-annual kids consignment sale! Save big on clothes, toys, and gear for your little one! SALE HOURS:February 25 – Pre-Sale~1:00 – 8:00pm – Ticket RequiredPurchase Presale
Feb
27
Toddler Time Too!
Calling all preschoolers who aren’t in school on Fridays — this one’s for YOU! We are adding a BONUS once-a-month Friday Toddler Time for our littlest jumpers, and we are kicking
Feb
27
Teen HangTime – Anime
This summer, hang out every Friday with other teens to create, play, and binge anime!
Feb
27
Community Campfire
Relax under the stars with a family-friendly night out. Enjoy hot dogs by the fire, live music, and an optional glow-night hike. Each ticket includes one hot dog and chips,
Feb
28
Soda City Market
Welcome to Columbia’s original town square. Soda City Market is a producer-only market — vendors must make or grow their own products (including flowers and out of season/exotic fruits and
Feb
28
Cola Kids Consignment Sale
Come shop Columbia’s premier bi-annual kids consignment sale! Save big on clothes, toys, and gear for your little one! SALE HOURS:February 25 – Pre-Sale~1:00 – 8:00pm – Ticket RequiredPurchase Presale
Feb
28
Lexington Upscale Consignment Sale
Featuring quality children’s clothing size NB to 20, young men/women clothing, shoes, books, toys, baby gear and more! All Sales Final *CASH, CHECK, and Venmo only* Some of the brands
Feb
28
Family Storytime
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years)
Feb
28
Busy Bees Playhouse Pop-Up: Inclusive Sensory + Active Play for Ages 2–5
Active Play • Sensory Zone • Quiet Calm Space — A Structured, Inclusive sensory play • Limited hourly sessions • Pre-registration encouraged Busy Bees Playhouse is hosting a one-day pop-up play
Feb
28
EdVenture Camp Preview Day
Join us for Camp Preview Day! Parents can explore our exciting lineup of 2026 EdVenture Summer Camps, meet staff, and get all their questions answered — plus enjoy a special
Feb
28
Black History Month Storytime
Bring the whole family as we share books created by Black authors and illustrators with stories, songs, and more.
Feb
28
Meeting Street Artisan Market
There are new options for afternoon shopping on Saturdays in West Columbia. The Meeting Street Artisan Market has new hours, 11 AM – 3 PM, beginning this Saturday, August 6,
Feb
28
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Join Dorothy on her adventures through Oz. Meet the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion on their way to visit the Wizard. But Look out for the Wicked Witch, she
Feb
28
Holi Celebration and Stories!
Join us as we celebrate one of India’s biggest festivals with our guest Ms. Panna! Holi is a Hindu celebration that marks the beginning of spring. Join us as we
Feb
28
Kids Night Out
Elementary aged children can join this fun night out of the house and into the studio! We will start with a winter art activity, break for yummy Knead pizza, have
Mar
1
First Sunday
General admission is only $1 for guests on the first Sunday of every month! Planetarium and 4D theater tickets are an additional price. Sponsored by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina.
Mar
1
Columbia Children’s Theatre and The NiA Company present Wiley and the Hairy Man
Columbia Children’s Theatre and NiA Theatre Company are proud to bring you Wiley and the Hairy Man! In a world thick with rhythm, rhyme, and mystery, Wiley and the Hairy
Mar
2
Rescheduled – Official Kick-Off to St. Pat’s
Join us from 5:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M. at the main fountain plaza in Five Points for the Official Kick-Off to St. Pat’s presented by the Fountain Division of W.P.
Mar
3
Toddler Storytime
Help your toddler discover the alphabet, numbers and other concepts while building social skills and learning about our world. Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years), Toddlers (19 months-2 years)
Mar
3
Teen Makers: Spring Impressions
Using clay and the offerings of nature we will create clay impressions to save the beauty of Spring for seasons to come. Audience(s): Teens (12-18 years)
