National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day
2026-04-30 | Columbia Animal Services, 127 Humane Lane, Columbia, SC, 29209, United States
Adoption fees waived for ALL pets, all day. Includes puppies and kittens. All pets come spayed or neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated at the time of adoption.

WOW Studio One Theatre & Film Festival
2026-04-30 08:00 - 2026-05-02 17:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Columbia
Lights. Legacy. Opportunity.
WOW Studio One Theatre & Film Festival Makes Its Downtown Debut in Columbia, SC
A Three-Day, Grammy-Style Celebration of Theatre, Film, and Creative Power
April 30 – May 2, 2026 | Downtown Columbia, South Carolina
Columbia, SC —The city of Columbia is about to take center stage.
WOW Studio One proudly announces the inaugural WOW Studio One Theatre & Film Festival (WSOTFF), an immersive three-day celebration of storytelling, performance, and creative innovation taking place April 30 – May 2, 2026, in the heart of downtown Columbia, South Carolina. Passes can be purchased at wsofestival.com.
This highly anticipated festival transforms downtown into a vibrant hub for artists, filmmakers, industry veterans, and audiences from across the Southeast and beyond, positioning Columbia as a rising destination for theatre and film.
Produced by WOW Studio One and sponsored in part by the City of Columbia, Experience Columbia SC, and the South Carolina Arts Commission, WSOTFF 2026 is designed to spotlight bold voices, create access, and generate real opportunity for creatives ready to elevate their careers.
A Festival Built for Artists — and the Industry
WSOTFF blends artistry, education, and access into a high-impact, multi-track experience, including:
Curated film screenings (short films, features, and trailers)
Staged readings and theatrical showcases of new and original works
Live pitch sessions presenting projects directly to industry executives
Audition and casting opportunities with real-time feedback
Lunch & Learn sessions featuring intimate industry conversations
Celebrity panels, masterclasses, and networking mixers
The WSO Red Carpet Awards Ceremony, a Grammy-style celebration honoring excellence in theatre and film
“This festival is about creating access,” says Tangie Brickhouse-Beaty, Founder of WOW Studio One and Executive Producer of WSOTFF. “We are building a room where talent meets opportunity — where stories are seen, voices are heard, and careers can shift in a single weekend. Artists don’t just show up here. They are coached, connected, and positioned.”
Industry Powerhouses Take the Stage
The festival will welcome an exceptional lineup of celebrity guests, executives, and creative leaders who will teach, mentor, and engage directly with attendees throughout the weekend.
Confirmed industry participants include:
Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs — Award-winning actor and director with over 40 years of excellence across film, television, and stage
Tressa Smallwood — NAACP Award-nominated producer and CEO of Megamind Media, creating impactful film and television content
Phaedra Harris — Esteemed Hollywood casting director, writer, and producer with more than three decades of industry leadership
Jalene Mack — Entertainment attorney, producer, and cultural advocate protecting artists and advancing creative equity
Javon Johnson — Multi-award-winning actor, director, and writer, and series regular on Tyler Perry’s The Oval
Scott DuPont — Film producer and financing strategist helping independent filmmakers fund, position, and scale their projects
Natarsha Garcia — “The Star Maker,” elite talent manager and acting coach guiding artists toward career breakthroughs
John Ewing — Veteran film and theatre producer and national touring promoter connecting audiences nationwide
Amy Brower — South Carolina casting professional expanding access and visibility for regional talent
Vanessa Lynn — Bestselling writer, producer, script coach, and founder of Urban Playwrights United
Arischa Conner — Accomplished actress featured in Emmy-nominated television series with extensive experience across theatre, film, and TV
Comedian Akintunde — Nationally touring, award-winning comedian, actor, author, and network television writer known for his clean, high-impact storytelling across TV, vertical dramas, and podcasts
Wade Sellers — Award-winning documentary filmmaker, director, and producer developing compelling stories across film and television
Additional celebrity guests, panelists, and presenters will be announced in the coming weeks.
Together, these industry leaders will guide masterclasses, panels, pitch sessions, auditions, and intimate conversations, offering rare access to real decision-makers in today’s theatre, film, and television landscape.
A Cultural Moment for Downtown Columbia
WSOTFF is expected to draw more than 250 attendees, including creatives, sponsors, VIP guests, and industry professionals — contributing to Columbia’s creative economy while welcoming regional and national visitors into a weekend of culture, collaboration, and celebration.
From red carpet arrivals and live performances to powerful conversations and project launches, the WOW Studio One Theatre & Film Festival promises to be WOW from the door to the encore.
Submissions Now Open
Playwrights and filmmakers are invited to submit original works for consideration. Selected projects will be showcased live before industry professionals and engaged audiences.
Sponsorship & Partnership Opportunities Available
Businesses and organizations are invited to align as official sponsors and partners. With regional marketing exposure, on-site brand visibility, and engagement with a culturally diverse and professionally driven audience, sponsors receive high-impact promotional value.
Tickets On Sale Now
Festival passes and event tickets — including VIP experiences — will be available soon.
For submissions, sponsorship opportunities, and event updates, visit:
👉 www.wsofestival.com
Media Inquiries:
WOW Studio One
Email: info@wsofestival.com
Phone: 803.545.4256
Follow WOW Studio One on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn for announcements, artist highlights, and behind-the-scenes content.
About WOW Studio One
WOW Studio One is a theatre, television, and film company dedicated to elevating diverse voices and producing authentic, impactful stories. Through original productions, artist training, and community-centered events, WOW Studio One creates bold platforms where creativity thrives and meaningful stories take center stage.

Strong Roots Parenting Initiative
2026-05-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Arsenal Hill Park, 1812 Lincoln St., Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
ONSE will host the first session of the inaugural Strong Roots Parenting initiative. Will work with parents and guardians to have hard conversation, and get back to being themselves. This will be an intensive, once-a-week cohort focused on reconnecting with yourself outside of your titles and responsibilities. Together, we will create a safe and supportive space to reflect, grow, and build tools that strengthen both you and your family.

Pups & Pints Adoption Event and Donation Drive
2026-05-02 12:00 - 15:00 | Bierkeller, 600 Canal Side Street Suite 1009
Join us at Bierkeller Brewing Co. from 12-3pm for the Pups & Pints Adoption Event and Donation Drive!
Adoption fees waived! Please come prepared with a collar and leash if considering adoption. All pets come spayed or neutered, microchipped, and up to date on basic vaccines at the time of adoption.

Five OHM - Free Outdoor Concert at the Koger Center
2026-05-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Plaza Stage at Koger Center, 1051 Greene Sr, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The Koger Center for the Arts has set the headliners for the first Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series, a series of free outdoor concerts sponsored in part by the Levitt Foundation. The concerts will take place on the Plaza Stage on the Koger Center’s front lawn from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., with the rain location being indoors in either the Black Box Theater or second floor lobby.
The Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series is dedicated to uplifting Columbia as a cultural hub and destination for accessible entertainment. The series is supported by a variety of community partners, including the Jasper Project, ONE Columbia, ColaJazz, South Carolina Philharmonic, University of South Carolina Student Life, Black Nerd Mafia, the South Carolina Commission for Community Advancement and Engagement, the Columbia Chamber, the Vista Guild and the City of Columbia.
Geared to towns and cities with populations under 250,000, Levitt AMP grantees reflect the three goals of the LevittAMP Music Series program: Amplify community pride and a city’s unique character; enrich lives through the power of free, live Music; and illustrate the importance of inclusive and vibrant public Places. From rural Alaska to Appalachian Main Streets and Midwestern locales, Levitt AMP is a catalytic opportunity for towns and cities across America to realize a shared mission—building community through music to create a healthy and thriving future for all. Columbia is the only Levitt AMP location in South Carolina.
Columbia residents are encouraged to follow along with the development of the series over the next three years by visiting www.KogerCenterForTheArts.com, and following @LevittAmpColumbia and @KogerCenterForTheArts on Instagram.

Preservation Bike Tour
2026-05-03 09:00 - 11:00 | 1400 Block of Main St., 1400 Main St, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Join planning staff for a bike tour of historic African American resources in downtown Columbia

Hop on your bike and join City preservation staff on a bike tour through time as we discuss the importance of Columbia’s historic African American resources. The tour will include a look at the Green Book sites that were safe havens for travelling African Americans during the Jim Crow era.
Helmet required. Limited to 20 participants, so register now!
This bike tour was originally held in May 2024. This year’s tour will feature many of the same sites from the original tour with the addition of a building tour and a slight modification to the tour route.

"$5 Fiesta" Adoption Promo
2026-05-05 | Columbia Animal Services, 127 Humane Lane, Columbia, SC, 29209, United States
$5 adoptions, all pets all day. All pets come spayed or neutered, microchipped, and up to date on basic vaccines at the time of adoption.

Proclamation + Mabel Payne Award
2026-05-05 16:00 - 17:00 | City Hall Third Floor Chambers, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, South Carolina
Join Columbia City Council as they officially declare May as National Historic Preservation Month.

Glizzy Guzzle
2026-05-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Cola Town Bike Collective, 711 Elmwood Avenue
Join Street Meat for a 6 mile ride around downtown with time at the end to talk and hangout at the bike collective!

National Bike & Roll to School Day
2026-05-06 | SC
Join a local event or sign up to organize one at your school – find out more at walkbiketoschool.org.

13th Annual Small Business Week Conference
2026-05-06 09:00 - 15:30 | Pastides Alumni Center, 900 Senate St, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The City of Columbia Business Opportunities presents the 13th Annual Small Business Week Conference!
Join us to…

Recognize local business who have continued growing successful businesses
Receive free business resources from local resource partners and organizations
Attend informative breakout sessions on building your brand, marketing, and AI to help with your small business growth and sustainability
Network with other small business owners and entrepreneurs

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Macie P. Smith – Owner and CEO at Diversified Training Consultants Group, LLC
Mistress of Ceremony: Dr. Ashlye V. Wilkerson – Leadership Expert/Speaker/Motivator with Phenomenal Women Leading, LLC
Register Online at columbiaSBWC2026.eventbrite.com
Questions? Contact Kalenna Ginyard | 803-545-3950 | OBO@columbisc.gov

Cola Women/Trans/Femme/Non-binary Rides
2026-05-06 18:30 - 19:30 | Cola Town Bike Collective, 711 Elmwood Avenue
Meet us for a 10 mile, no-drop monthly social ride for femme/trans/women/ nonbinary riders + stop for a sweet treat downtown. Follow Cola_WTFNB_Cyclist on Instagram for more updates.

Injury Prevention and Nutrition for the Cyclist
2026-05-06 18:30 - 19:30 | Outspokin’ Bicycles, 3223 Devine Street
Join us at Outspokin’ with Mitch Hanks from TriFit Physical Therapy and Erin Kesterson from Fuel Your Sport are presenting a night tailored to the cyclist. Discuss common injuries, best practices for injury prevention and fueling endurance athletes. ​Register + check out the Facebook event page for more details.

Lunch & Learn: House History
2026-05-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Richland County Public Library, 1431 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
To mark National Historic Preservation Month, join us for a lunchtime learning opportunity in the Walker Local and Family History Center to discover tools and methods for researching your historic Columbia home. And get a deep dive into using Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps to discover historic images of your home or structure when considering historically appropriate renovations.
Presented by Margaret Dunlap, manager of the Walker Local and Family History Center in partnership with Betsy Kleinfelder with the City of Columbia’s preservation office.

"Kitten Shower" Donation Drive
2026-05-09 09:00 - 16:00 | Columbia Animal Services, 127 Humane Lane, Columbia, SC, 29209, United States
“Kitten Shower” donation drive for neonatal kittens. Drop off donations at the shelter and learn more about the basics of kitten fostering!
CAS Amazon Cat Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1CIXKCWADOK92

Street Meat Alley Cat Race
2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:00 | 634 B. Ave, 634 B Ave, West Columbia, SC, 29169, United States
This is a Classic Alley Cat race! Upon departure, each rider receives a sealed envelope with 5 location clues. Riders must find each checkpoint, complete the activity, collect a stamp, and return to Cola Town Bike Collective. The order you visit checkpoints is up to you. The winner is the first rider to return with all 5 stamps. All ages, awards, and after-party! Register here –www.cognitoforms.com/StreetMeat/_2026StreetMeatAlleyCatEntry

Carolyn Wonderland - Free Outdoor Concert at the Koger Center
2026-05-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Plaza Stage at Koger Center, 1051 Greene Sr, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States

Black Dog Pizza Grand Opening
2026-05-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Black Dog Pizza, 1649 Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Black Dog Pizza brings a fresh energy to downtown Columbia, blending Old World inspiration with a modern, laid back pizza bar experience.
Known for its crisp, Neo Neapolitan style pizza, Black Dog is designed to be the kind of place where you can grab a quick lunch, split a few pies with friends, or stay awhile and enjoy the atmosphere.
The menu features high heat pizzas with blistered crusts and airy interiors, along with classic favorites, rotating specialty pies, sandwiches, salads, and shareable plates. Guests can also enjoy a bar program built to pair perfectly with pizza nights, featuring negronis, spritzes, craft beer, wine, and more.
Built around its signature oven and guided by the philosophy of “Flour • Fire • Brick,” Black Dog focuses on house made dough, quality ingredients, and bold flavors in a welcoming downtown setting.

Sharing the Road Community Meeting Session 1
2026-05-12 11:00 - 13:00 | Virginia Bedford Community Center, 1113 Recreation Dr, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
The Sharing the Road project team has developed draft program, policy, and project recommendations aimed at making our roadways safer, and we want to share them with you at a second round of public open houses on Tuesday, May 12th!
These draft recommendations are built upon the input we received in October and November at meetings and via our online survey and interactive map, coupled with best practices and crash data-driven findings. In addition to sharing more systemic recommendations to address roadway safety, we will be sharing a High Injury Network map, as well as some conceptual ideas for potential safety-related improvements along roadway segments and intersections located within the High Injury Network.
Ways to Engage:

Attend a community meeting! Meetings will be a drop-in format, and provide an opportunity to engage directly with the project team and review the systemic and location-specific draft recommendations.

Tuesday, May 12th from 11AM – 1PM and 4PM – 6PM at Virginia Bedford Community Center, Earlewood Park, 1113 Recreation Drive, Columbia SC 29203

Learn more via the project website: https://planninganddevelopment.columbiasc.gov/safe-streets/
Sign up to receive email updates regarding multimodal transportation planning + events: https://forms.columbiasc.gov/243375701335858
Stay tuned for a project survey – to be released subsequent to the May 12th meetings through June 9th!

About the Selected Roadway Segments + Intersections
With the development of our High Injury Network map, we were grateful to note that a number of our partners are already working to address safety concerns for all users along a number of these key corridors. As the selection of locations for conceptual design is a part of the planning process, the project team worked to select locations which were not being otherwise addressed but posed a more pressing safety concern and complexity of design. These projects are conceptual and do not have funding allocated at this time. Your local knowledge can help inform this process, and the resulting project recommendations can help position the City and our partner agencies to make future funding requests. Locations we’ll be discussing are:
Intersections

Beltline Blvd at Two Notch Rd
Covenant Rd at N. Beltline Blvd + Pine Belt Rd
Elmwood Ave at Main St
Laurel St at Huger St
River Dr at Sunset Dr

Segments

Academy/W. Beltline (I-277 – Two Notch)
Elmwood Ave (I-126 – Bull)
Farrow Rd (Beltline Blvd to Chappelle)
Huger St / Whaley St (I-126 – Wayne)
Two Notch Rd (Taylor/Forest – Cushman/Pine Belt)

About the Planning Effort:
Sharing the Road will analyze the safety issues faced by all road users, from our more vulnerable users, like pedestrians and cyclists, to transit riders and personal and commercial vehicle operators. This planning process is partially funded by and aligns with the USDOT Safe Streets and Roads for All program. The process and resulting plan will:

Result in an official public commitment that establishes a target date to significantly reduce roadway fatalities and serious injuries.
Identify the City’s High Injury Network through the analysis of crash data and public input.
Build on prior planning efforts like Walk Bike Columbia and Columbia Compass while focusing specifically on how to improve roadway safety for all users.
Identify systemic and specific safety needs + priority projects for the City and partner agencies to collaborate on moving forward.
Align with the USDOT Safe Streets and Roads For All program, which is partially funding this effort. The resulting plan document will also position the City for future potential grant funding.

Sharing the Road Community Meeting Session 2
2026-05-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Virginia Bedford Community Center, 1113 Recreation Dr, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

Ribbon Cutting & Celebration
2026-05-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Cola Town Bike Collective, 711 Elmwood Avenue
This ribbon cutting event recognizes recent improvements to the Cola Town Bike Collective space and updates to the public bike repair stand network across Columbia, completed in partnership with Leadership Columbia.

Bike to Work Day
2026-05-15 08:30 - 09:30 | SC
Ride with a group or on your own to arrive at the State House (Gervais Street side) at 8:30 AM, take a group picture, and ride down Main Street to City Hall. Group rides start from:

Outspokin’ Bicycles, 3223 Devine Street @ 8:00AM. RSVP at RSVP@outspokinbicycles.com
Curiosity Coffee, 2327 Main Street @ 8:15AM
Cycle Center, 1001 Harden St. @ 8:00AM

Bike to the Ballgame
2026-05-15 17:45 - 19:00 | Outspokin’ Bicycles, 3223 Devine Street
Join Cola Town Bike Collective and Outspokin’ Bicycle in biking to the ball park to support the Fireflies! We’ll swing by Cola Town Bike Collective and head over to Segra Park! Click Here to Register

Touch-A-Truck
2026-05-16 09:00 - 13:00 | 1700 Block of Main Street, 1700 Block of Main Street
WHO: City of Columbia Public Works Department, Columbia Police Department, Columbia-Richland Fire Department, various other City of Columbia Departments
WHAT: Public Works in conjunction with Soda City will be inviting various departments to join them and place their vehicles on display for the public. These departments include the Columbia Police Department, Columbia-Richland Fire Department, Columbia Water, Parking Services and Parks and Recreation. Come get a look at some of the City’s largest trucks and heavy equipment as well as demonstrations on how they work. There will be lots of fun activities, games, and more! This is a free event and citizens are encouraged to attend and bring their children.

Columbia Black Expo: Taste of Black Columbia
2026-05-16 09:00 - 17:00 | SC State Fairgrounds, 1200 Rosewood Drive, Columbia, SC, United States
Overview

The Expo is also a forum to educate, enlighten and inspire the entire community and the African-American community in particular.

2026 Columbia Black Expo
Experience the vibrancy, creativity, and excellence of the Midlands at the 2026 Columbia Black Expo, hosted by Black Expo South on Saturday, May 16, 2026! This signature cultural celebration brings together community members from across the region for an inspiring day of empowerment, entertainment, and connection.
Guests will enjoy celebrity appearances, insightful educational seminars, and dynamic live performances showcasing local and national talent. The Expo also features an exciting marketplace highlighting Black-owned businesses, where attendees can shop unique products, discover new services, and support local entrepreneurs.
Join us for a day dedicated to uplifting the community, fostering economic growth, and celebrating Black culture in Columbia!

Get your tickets HERE

Watch this video to learn more about the event HERE

33rd Annual Festival of Gardens
2026-05-16 09:30 - 16:00 | Forest Hills Neighborhood, Columbia, SC, 29204, United States
Annual Fundraiser to Support Columbia Green’s Community Grants and Beat the Heat
Columbia Green, a local nonprofit dedicated to beautification, greenspaces, and urban reforestation since 1984, is proud to announce the 2026 Festival of Gardens. This year’s tour will take place in the historic Forest Hills neighborhood, located just off Gervais Street, offering a rare look into some of the area’s most beautiful private landscapes.
The 33rd annual Festival is Columbia Green’s signature fundraising event, each year raising money to fund its Community Grants program which provides money to not-for-profits across greater Columbia to create and improve neighborhood gardens and greenspaces. The 2025 event raised over $25,000 for grants, and this year’s Festival aims to increase that amount to continue to provide essential funding for school gardens, nature trails, pollinator gardens, edible landscapes, and groves of trees across greater Columbia.
Event Details:

Dates: Saturday, May 16 (9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) and Sunday, May 17 (12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.).
Location: Forest Hills Neighborhood, Columbia, SC
Check in: Registration will be at the corner of Canterbury and Westminster Roads. Attendees must check in to receive an official brochure-ticket with a map and descriptions of the gardens.
Weather: The event is held rain or shine! Dress for the weather.
Tour Guides: Each garden on the tour will be staffed by a Columbia Green Volunteer to greet visitors and provide instructions as well as a Master Gardener who will be available to answer questions about plants, design, and local horticulture.
Local artists will display artwork throughout the gardens curated for the event by Cecilia Lucas Stucker with the Five Points Association. Art will be on sale throughout the gardens.
Several of Columbia Green’s nursery partners will provide demonstrations about container gardening at the registration area.
Partner nonprofits will be on hand to provide information about gardening for wildlife, pollinator gardens, native plants and to provide tips about gardening.

“The Festival of Gardens is more than just a tour; it’s a celebration of the community members who work tirelessly to prepare their private spaces for the public,” said a representative from Columbia Green. “The funds raised allow us to invest directly back into the soil of our city, enhancing the quality of life for everyone through expanded green spaces and shade trees for people in areas of the city with low tree canopy cover. Our goal is to provide both inspiration and information about gardening for everyone.”
Ticket Information:

Advance tickets are sale now and are being offered at $25, which represents a $10 discount off same-day tickets purchased at the gate which will be $35. This price is significantly lower than in past years to encourage wider participation. When purchasing a ticket, you are encouraged to include an additional donation to support Columbia Green’s work in the community.
Tickets are available at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/festival-of-gardens–2026 and via this QR code:
Registration will be at the corner of Canterbury and Westminster Roads. All attendees must check in to receive an official brochure-ticket, which includes a map of the tour and detailed garden descriptions.

For more information about the Festival of Gardens, sponsorship opportunities, or to learn about Columbia Green’s work through its Community Grants program and Beat the Heat, please visit columbiagreen.org or contact hello@columbiagreen.org.
About Columbia Green
Columbia Green is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has spent over four decades promoting beautification and urban greenspaces through landscaping, gardening, and community education in the greater Columbia area. Their mission is to enhance the quality of life for all in the greater Columbia area by protecting and restoring our urban tree canopy, promoting green infrastructure, and supporting neighborhood green spaces, gardens, and beautification. Their two programs operationalize that mission. Columbia Green Community Grants helps other nonprofits bring green projects to life, from urban parks to educational school gardens and trees for campuses. Their urban forestry programs have included the 10,000 Trees initiative and now the Green Square Mile initiative which serves as the umbrella for the Columbia Canopy Project, a partnership with Historic Columbia completed in 2024, and Beat the Heat—Plant a Tree, an ongoing partnership with the City of Columbia.

Annual Police, Parks, & Pedals Community Bicycle Event
2026-05-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Hyatt Park, 950 Jackson Avenue, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
The Columbia Police Foundation & Columbia Parks & Recreation Foundation to honor District 1 elementary school students during the event
The Columbia Police Foundation and the Columbia Parks & Recreation Foundation have partnered with Walmart to hold the fifth annual Police, Parks & Pedals Community Bicycle rally event at Hyatt Park on Saturday, May 16 beginning at 10:00 a.m. May is National Bicycle Safety Month.
The Foundations, through their partnership with Walmart, will provide new bicycles and helmets at the event to 24 selected students from Arden Elementary School and Hyatt Park Elementary School. The event will conclude with a bicycle rally on site, and then students will be treated to free ice cream from the Columbia Police Department’s ice cream truck.
Attending the event will be Columbia District 1 City Councilwoman Tina N. Herbert, Columbia Police Chief William Holbrook, Columbia Assistant City Manager Henry Simons, representatives of Arden Elementary School and Hyatt Park Elementary School, as well as representatives of Walmart.
WHO: Columbia Police Department Foundation, Columbia Parks & Recreation Foundation, Walmart, City of Columbia representatives, Richland County School District 1 representatives, honored students and families.
WHAT: 5th Police, Parks & Pedals Community Bicycle Initiative and Rally
WHERE: Hyatt Park, 950 Jackson Avenue, 29203
WHEN: Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

Historic Wood Window Maintenance Workshop
2026-05-16 10:00 - 12:30 | 1623 Richland Street
Learn the basics of historic window repair and paint removal techniques to better preserve your historic home

Join Staci Richey with The Committee for the Restoration & Beautification of Randolph Cemetery to learn the basics of historic wood window repair and paint removal techniques. The workshop will cover basic window repair and painting issues and will allow participants to practice using different tools and products for maintenance of historic wood.
The event is free but donations are accepted. Donations will go to The Committee for the Restoration & Beautification of Randolph Cemetery which maintains the historic African American sites of Randolph Cemetery and the Thompson Cottage. Donate HERE!
The Randolph Cemetery and the Thompson Cottage (1623 Richland Street) were both created in 1872. The Cottage is undergoing renovations with grant support from the Richland County Conservation Commission.

Registration Required: Historic Wood Window Maintenance Workshop 2026 Tickets, Saturday, May 16 • 10 AM – 12:30 PM | Eventbrite

Ride to Rita’s Family Ride
2026-05-17 11:30 - 13:00 | Cola Town Bike Collective, 711 Elmwood Avenue
Join Cola Town Bike Collective for a 4-mile social ride along S. Main Street with a stop at Rita’s, returning via the Vista Greenway. Easy pace, no-drop. Big kid friendly!

Masonry Repointing Workshop
2026-05-20 17:45 - 19:00 | Historic Melrose Heights, 1429 Hagood, Columbia, SC, United States
As part of Historic Preservation Month in Columbia, join us for the Masonry Repointing Workshop to learn the basics of masonry repointing and repair with an expert mason.
Registration REQUIRED: Brick Repointing Workshop 2026 Tickets, Wednesday, May 20 • 5:45 PM – 7:45 PM | Eventbrite
