Join us for the second annual Day 2 Festival on Sunday, November 15 at Finlay Park

The music doesn’t stop after Saturday’s Jam Room Music Festival! The City of Columbia is hosting its 2nd Annual Day 2 Festival at Finlay Park. Enjoy FREE live performances from King George, The Terence Young Experience, and more as the celebration continues from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM. See you there!

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Shop Local. Shop Columbia.

The holidays can be one of the biggest opportunities of the year for small businesses, but the businesses that make the most of the season usually start preparing long before the holiday rush begins.

Small Business Holiday Checklist
 
 

Help the Mayor's Campaign Against Breast Cancer

Help us raise $25,000! Our campaign will help fund a new Prisma Health Mobile Mammography Van, fully equipped with a 3-D mammography unit. If the City of Columbia reaches our goal of $25,000, the KAY YOW Cancer Fund will match our donation!

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Help shape the future of Columbia by serving on a City board or commission.

You can make a difference in the City of Columbia. The City relies on the involvement of our citizens to ensure we grow responsibly and sustainably. Make your voice heard and join a Board or Commission!

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City Released FY 2025-2026 Annual Report to the Community

This comprehensive report highlights the achievements of various City departments over the past year and provides key information for residents, including the City’s budget and City Council strategic priorities.

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Join us for the second annual Day 2 Festival on Sunday, November 15 at Finlay Park

The music doesn’t stop after Saturday’s Jam Room Music Festival! The City of Columbia is hosting its 2nd Annual Day 2 Festival at Finlay Park. Enjoy FREE live performances from King George, The Terence Young Experience, and more as the celebration continues from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM. See you there!

Learn More
 
 

Shop Local. Shop Columbia.

The holidays can be one of the biggest opportunities of the year for small businesses, but the businesses that make the most of the season usually start preparing long before the holiday rush begins.

Small Business Holiday Checklist
 
 

Help the Mayor's Campaign Against Breast Cancer

Help us raise $25,000! Our campaign will help fund a new Prisma Health Mobile Mammography Van, fully equipped with a 3-D mammography unit. If the City of Columbia reaches our goal of $25,000, the KAY YOW Cancer Fund will match our donation!

Learn More & Donate
 
 

Help shape the future of Columbia by serving on a City board or commission.

You can make a difference in the City of Columbia. The City relies on the involvement of our citizens to ensure we grow responsibly and sustainably. Make your voice heard and join a Board or Commission!

View Current Openings
 
 

City Released FY 2025-2026 Annual Report to the Community

This comprehensive report highlights the achievements of various City departments over the past year and provides key information for residents, including the City’s budget and City Council strategic priorities.

View the Report
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Tina N. Herbert

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Term: 01/05/2026 - 12/31/2029
Phone: 803-814-7207

Peter M. Brown

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Term: 01/05/2026 - 12/31/2029
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City HeadlinesPress ReleasesCity of Columbia to Host Day 2 Music Festival
November 13, 2026

City of Columbia to Host Day 2 Music Festival

The Day 2 Music Festival returns for a day of live music and entertainment! Guests attending Sunday are encouraged to review the following event schedules and parking information before arriving.…
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City HeadlinesOne Columbia Announces Artist-Funded Grant to Support Midlands Artists
October 30, 2026

One Columbia Announces Artist-Funded Grant to Support Midlands Artists

Made possible through the generosity of local artists, the Artist Support Grant will award two artists $1,000 each in unrestricted funding. COLUMBIA, S.C. — One Columbia for Arts and Culture…
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City HeadlinesDominion Energy to Continue Performing Tree Trimming Activities as Scheduled for 2026
October 16, 2026

Dominion Energy to Continue Performing Tree Trimming Activities as Scheduled for 2026

Dominion Energy will continue performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, October 19, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree…
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City Council HighlightsCity HeadlinesCity Council Highlights | October 6, 2026
October 8, 2026

City Council Highlights | October 6, 2026

(Columbia, SC) – The City of Columbia started Tuesday, October 6, 2026 with a City Council Work Session, which included a presentation from Mr. Derek S. Gruner, RA, LEED AP,…
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Press ReleasesCity of Columbia Launches New Online Platform for Long-Term Rental Registration and Renewals
November 13, 2026

City of Columbia Launches New Online Platform for Long-Term Rental Registration and Renewals

The City of Columbia Code Enforcement Division is launching a new cloud-based platform for long-term rental registration and renewals in partnership with Tolemi beginning November 16, 2026. The updated system…
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City HeadlinesPress ReleasesCity of Columbia to Host Day 2 Music Festival
November 13, 2026

City of Columbia to Host Day 2 Music Festival

The Day 2 Music Festival returns for a day of live music and entertainment! Guests attending Sunday are encouraged to review the following event schedules and parking information before arriving.…
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Press ReleasesDominion Energy to Continue Performing Tree Trimming Activities as Scheduled for 2026
November 13, 2026

Dominion Energy to Continue Performing Tree Trimming Activities as Scheduled for 2026

Dominion Energy will continue performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, November 16, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree…
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Press ReleasesCity of Columbia Solid Waste Division Leaf Collection Locations
November 13, 2026

City of Columbia Solid Waste Division Leaf Collection Locations

The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is bringing back the annual leaf collection option this fall for residents to drop their bagged leaves at designated container locations throughout the…
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