UPDATED: City of Columbia Advises Residents of Temporary Road Closures and Minor Traffic Delays for Senator Graham’s Funeral Processions
The City of Columbia appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation as we honor Senator Graham and work to ensure a safe and respectful procession for family, friends and attendees.
The City of Columbia is advising residents, commuters and visitors of temporary road closures and minor traffic delays on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 to accommodate the funeral processions for Senator Lindsey Graham.
Roads along the funeral procession route will be temporarily closed between 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Motorists should expect delays in and around the State House and the Main Street/Gervais Street area during that time period.
Roads that will be closed starting at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 are:
- Hampton Street between Sumter Street and Marion Street
- Washington Street between Sumter Street and Bull Street
- Marion Street between Hampton Street and Lady Street
These roads will open back up once funeral services have concluded.
No parking will be permitted beginning 10:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 28, 2026 through 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 29, 2026 in the following locations:
- 1200, 1300 and 1400 blocks of Main Street (including the 1200 block of Hampton Street)
- 1100 block of Assembly Street (east side to the curb)
- 1100 block of Sumter Street (both sides)
Residents and visitors are encouraged to utilize nearby public parking garages. Parking locations and availability can be found on the City’s parking website: https://parking.columbiasc.gov/.