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Events

Upcoming Events

Scroll our calendar to find the perfect events during your stay or plan your stay around one of our fantastic events. With substantial diversity and community pride, there’s an event every weekend; festivals every month. There’s something for everyone in the family… food festivals, arts and entertainment showcases, cultural, historical and contemporary events. Holiday happenings for every season including the July Celebration on Lake Murray a top 10 Southeast Event. With so many events to offer, you will probably have to extend your stay in Lake Murray Country.

Event Series Columbia Boat Show at the SC State Fairgrounds

Columbia Boat Show at the SC State Fairgrounds

SC State Fairgrounds 1200 Rosewood Drive, Columbia

View the full 2025 Boat Show schedule here! The latest and greatest boats from top brands! Accessories, gear, and tech to upgrade your water adventures. Family-friendly fun with activities for everyone to enjoy. Meet industry experts, learn new skills, and soak in all things boating! Tickets Adult: $12 at the gate; $10 online Two-Day Adult […]

$10.00 – $15.00
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Event Series Columbia Boat Show at the SC State Fairgrounds

Columbia Boat Show at the SC State Fairgrounds

SC State Fairgrounds 1200 Rosewood Drive, Columbia

View the full 2025 Boat Show schedule here! The latest and greatest boats from top brands! Accessories, gear, and tech to upgrade your water adventures. Family-friendly fun with activities for everyone to enjoy. Meet industry experts, learn new skills, and soak in all things boating! Tickets Adult: $12 at the gate; $10 online Two-Day Adult […]

$10.00 – $15.00
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Event Series Columbia Boat Show at the SC State Fairgrounds

Columbia Boat Show at the SC State Fairgrounds

SC State Fairgrounds 1200 Rosewood Drive, Columbia

View the full 2025 Boat Show schedule here! The latest and greatest boats from top brands! Accessories, gear, and tech to upgrade your water adventures. Family-friendly fun with activities for everyone to enjoy. Meet industry experts, learn new skills, and soak in all things boating! Tickets Adult: $12 at the gate; $10 online Two-Day Adult […]

$10.00 – $15.00
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First Thursday on Main Street in Downtown Columbia

Main Street Columbia, SC 1300-1600 Main Street, Columbia

Experience Main Street Columbia's thriving mix of art, food and fun every month! On the first Thursday of each month, businesses in downtown Columbia participate in First Thursday on Main by keeping their doors open late, offering a mix of specials, events, entertainment, and more! From the 1200 block all the way to the 1700 block […]

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Annual Spring Craftsmen’s Classic at SC State Fairgrounds

SC State Fairgrounds 1200 Rosewood Drive, Columbia

Features original designs and work from hundreds of talented artists and craftspeople from across America. See the creative process in action as many exhibitors demonstrate throughout the weekend. There is something for every style, taste and budget with items from the most traditional to the most contemporary. This show is a winner of Sunshine Artist “200 Best” […]

$9.00
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Annual Spring Craftsmen’s Classic at SC State Fairgrounds

SC State Fairgrounds 1200 Rosewood Drive, Columbia

Features original designs and work from hundreds of talented artists and craftspeople from across America. See the creative process in action as many exhibitors demonstrate throughout the weekend. There is something for every style, taste and budget with items from the most traditional to the most contemporary. This show is a winner of Sunshine Artist “200 Best” […]

$9.00
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Annual Spring Craftsmen’s Classic at SC State Fairgrounds

SC State Fairgrounds 1200 Rosewood Drive, Columbia

Features original designs and work from hundreds of talented artists and craftspeople from across America. See the creative process in action as many exhibitors demonstrate throughout the weekend. There is something for every style, taste and budget with items from the most traditional to the most contemporary. This show is a winner of Sunshine Artist “200 Best” […]

$9.00
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Midlands Spring Arts & Crafts Market at the SC State Farmer’s Market

SC State Farmers Market 3483 Charleston Hwy., West Columbia

On March 22, 2025, AND March 23, 2025, The South Carolina State Farmers Market in conjunction with The Midlands Crafters Association will host a FREE family event for the community. This event will host over 150 vendors, crafters, and local businesses from all over the Midlands. This event is always FREE Admission, FREE Parking and […]

Free
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Cherry Blossom Festival at Irmo Town Park

Irmo Town Park 1249 Lexington Avenue, Irmo

Blooms of colorful cherry blossoms are a sure sign of the arrival of spring in the Southern region. The annual Cherry Blossom Festival of Irmo honors these beautiful flowering trees. The celebration takes place in the oh-so-photogenic Irmo Town Park. Planted in 2001, the six Yoshino trees put forth an amazing bloom at their peak. […]

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Midlands Spring Arts & Crafts Market at the SC State Farmer’s Market

SC State Farmers Market 3483 Charleston Hwy., West Columbia

On March 22, 2025, AND March 23, 2025, The South Carolina State Farmers Market in conjunction with The Midlands Crafters Association will host a FREE family event for the community. This event will host over 150 vendors, crafters, and local businesses from all over the Midlands. This event is always FREE Admission, FREE Parking and […]

Free
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First Thursday on Main Street in Downtown Columbia

Main Street Columbia, SC 1300-1600 Main Street, Columbia

Experience Main Street Columbia's thriving mix of art, food and fun every month! On the first Thursday of each month, businesses in downtown Columbia participate in First Thursday on Main by keeping their doors open late, offering a mix of specials, events, entertainment, and more! From the 1200 block all the way to the 1700 block […]

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Artista Vista

The Vista 701 Gervais Street, Columbia

Mark your calendar for Columbia's 33rd Annual Artista Vista, April 11-13, 2025. This art-centric event truly has something to offer for everyone. The Congaree Vista district of Columbia, SC, is an official South Carolina Cultural District. Stay tuned for more details as they become available...    

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