Family Circle Magazine has named the Love, Peace & Hip Hop Festival in Columbia, SC, as one of the "spirited, unique celebrations (that) reflect local culture and capture the true flavor of a family destination."
As iconic Yesterdays Restaurant & Tavern celebrates 40 years in business in Columbia's Five Points entertainment district, partner Darrell Barnes looks back on the past and what's changed over the years — and what the future may hold.
Columbia music performances between Thursday, June 21, and Wednesday, June 27, include the Make Music Columbia celebration, the Stick TIght Fest with Susto frontman Justin Osborne, and the Hot Chicken Fest with Will Hoge.
Historic Columbia will host its summer Historic Happy Hour with a beer and yoga event at the Robert Mills House in Columbia, South Carolina. Sallie Vaughn of Good Company Yoga will teach an hourlong class with cold beer.
Frozen yogurt shop TCBY has closed its Lexington location on Columbia Avenue behind Rush's meaning the chain no longer has a footprint in the Midlands and, in fact, only operates five other locations in the state of South Carolina.
Some islands off the Palmetto State offer intriguing adventures beyond the sand and surf. Day trips from Columbia, South Carolina, include Daufuskie, Sandy and Morgan islands; a boardwalk of restaurants; and chapel ruins.
A mission at Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia, SC, is to help create habitats for endangered animals. A member of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, the zoo has new babies, including a giraffe, lion cubs, a gorilla, koala and tortoises.
A new restaurant with rooftop seating is coming to 1649 Main St in Columbia, SC. Hendrix, a chef-driven restaurant, will open in fall 2018 in the upper floors of the former Hennessey's building at the corner of Main and Blanding streets.
Where to watch the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Columbia, SC; a guide for TV, online and streaming the soccer matches; plus a link to the schedule. The games will be telecast on the Fox network sports channels and Telemundo.
Taco Bell is giving away FREE TACOS on Wednesday, June 13, as part of the Steal A Game, Steal A Taco promotion for the NBA Finals. No purchase necessary, one free Doritos Locos Taco per person, while supplies last at participating locations across the United States.
Nick Cannon, host of "Wild 'N Out," brings a live version of his MTV television show to Columbia, SC, on his first full length tour. Expect to see fan favorite "Wild 'N Out" cast members, audience interaction and more Sept. 9 at Colonial Life Arena.
Full Circle Productions and the University of South Carolina will present the rarely staged Elizabethan-era play "Arden of Faversham" from Thursday, June 14, through Saturday, June 23, at the USC Lab Theatre in Columbia, SC.
Weekend with the Pros on Lake Murray in Chapin, South Carolina, features a wakeboard show featuring top pros Josh Palma and Dallas Friday and top local amateurs; wakeboarding lessons with the pros; and an in-water boat show.
Columbia, South Carolina, hosts the Southeastern Piano Festival every June, offering South Carolinians the opportunity to hear world-class musicians perform, attend free master classes and experience a top piano competition.
Concerts in Columbia, South Carolina, between Thursday, June 14, and Wednesday, June 20, include Travis Tritt with daughter Tyler Reese Tritt, country duo Maddie & Tae and a fundraiser for local musician in cancer treatment.
South Carolina has an abundance of destinations for nature-lovers, and all are within driving distance from Columbia. Hike to waterfalls and mountain summits in the Upstate, or visit unusual rock formations and forest nearby.
The Midlands' blueberry crop will once again not see a strong year, according to area growers, who say changes in weather had a major impact on production. Here's when and where they plan to open their farms to pickers.
Up to 300 extras are needed for a television show filming in Manning. The AT&T Audience Network and DirecTV series is based on author Stephen King's novel "Mr. Mercedes." The show will be filmed from June 12-14.
Lizard Man, the creature from Scape Ore Swamp near Bishopville, SC, now has a festival named after him. The first annual Lizard Man Festival will be held June 8-10, 2018, at the Cotton Museum and other places in the Lee County town.
The Aristocrat bar/restaurant that operated for one year in the space formerly occupied by Kelly's Pub in the Vista has been sold to a new manager who has reopened it as a gastropub with a focus on Southern foods and beverages.
The Rocky Shoals Spider Lily's are blooming on the Broad River near the Riverfront Park in Columbia. There are only about 50 healthy clumps of the flowers blooming in only three states.
