City of Columbia, Columbia SC

Youth Violence Seminar
2025-02-05 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Lorick Park, 1735 Lorick Ave, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

5th Annual SC Celebrando Black Business Day
2025-02-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Mota Crosslinking Business Academy, 933 13th Street, West Columbia, 29169, United States
Join us to celebrate the accomplishments of our black community awardees who have made an impact in our communities.

Ribbon Cutting for "The Game Show Challenge"
2025-02-06 11:30 - 13:30 | The Game Show Challenge, 823 Gervais St Suite 120, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann, City of Columbia Economic Development, and the Vista Guild are hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand opening of “The Game Show Challenge” with owner Josh Brickey.
“The Game Show Challenge” is a live, interactive game show where participants solve puzzles and compete in relays as part of a live, interactive game show. “The Game Show” was created by husband and wife, Josh and Patty Brickey, who wowed thrill-seekers with their award-winning escape room, Escape Plan Columbia.
Wanting to create more magical moments in people’s lives, “The Game Show Challenge” was born in Columbia, SC, offering a hands-on experience and endless fun.

Board of Zoning Appeals (BoZA) Meeting
2025-02-06 16:00 - 18:00 | City Hall, Council Chambers, 1737 Main Street, 3rd Floor, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Regularly scheduled Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting. Application deadline for this meeting is January 3, 2024. For more information, call 803-545-3333 or visit the BoZA page for agendas, approved minutes, a printable calendar, and more.

United Alliance Community Meeting
2025-02-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Living Faith Christian Center, 1540 Frye Road, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

Pro Bono Legal Clinic - Free Legal Help for You
2025-02-07 09:00 - 18:00 | Benedict College Business Development Center, 2601 Read St, Columbia, SC, 29204, United States
The Fifth Judicial Circuit Solicitor’s Office, the Richland County Public Defender’s Office, and the Rainy Day Fund are hosting a free Pro Bono legal Clinic on February 7, 9:00am – 6:00pm and February 8, 10:00am-2:00pm.
Join these clinics to help remove your barriers to housing and employment by talking to a lawyer about your driving or criminal record.

Driver’s License: Reinstatement Clinic

Address unpaid traffic ticket suspensions over two years old. Excludes DUI and DUAC cases. Attendance is not required.

Bench Warrant: Resolution Clinic

Attend to non-violent general sessions bench warrants over two years old. Excludes magistrate court and summary BWFTA cases.

Additional Services:

Child Support & Family Court Q & A. Only February 7 from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Expungement Information Table
Nelson Mullins Lawyers 4 Vets. Only February 7

Sign up here: February 2025 Clinic Sign Up (jotform.com)

Food Truck Friday
2025-02-07 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-14 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-21 11:00 - 15:00 | SC
Each Friday from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm, join us in the REI Co-op parking lot on Bull Street to enjoy lunch from a variety of food trucks!
Check out the line up for February’s food trucks:
February 7, 2025:

Diamond’s Smokehouse
Luna’s Grill
Mamas Taste of the World
Moma Kno’z Butter Bitez

February 14, 2025:

Brown Bag Deli
Purposely Made Sweets
Smok’in Pot
Tacos Oink Oink

February 21, 2025:

Bessie’s Bites & Sweet Delights
La Dolce Vita Pizza
Smoke it Up

February 28, 2025:

Fishers of Men
Smok’in Pot
Tacos Oink Oink
Smoke It Up

"Respect is the Rule!": ONSE at Dreher High School Basketball game
2025-02-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Dreher High School, 3319 Millwood Ave, Columbia, SC, 29205, United States
February is designated as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, so for the second year in a row the City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) is working with the Richland One Office of Dropout Prevention and Mentoring Services to spread the message that “Respect is the Rule!”
As part of this campaign, the ONSE will be present at several Richland One events, including upcoming basketball games at Dreher High School on Friday, February 7, at 7:00 PM and Eau Claire High School’s basketball game on Tuesday, February 11, at 7:00 PM.
While onsite at the schools, the ONSE staff will provide resources for youth and their families regarding violence prevention, share guidance on recognizing unhealthy relationship behaviors, in addition to accessing support services.

Pro Bono Legal Clinic - Free Legal Help for You
2025-02-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Benedict College Business Development Center, 2601 Read St, Columbia, SC, 29204, United States
The Fifth Judicial Circuit Solicitor’s Office, the Richland County Public Defender’s Office, and the Rainy Day Fund are hosting a free Pro Bono legal Clinic on February 7, 9:00am – 6:00pm and February 8, 10:00am-2:00pm.
Join these clinics to help remove your barriers to housing and employment by talking to a lawyer about your driving or criminal record.

Driver’s License: Reinstatement Clinic

Address unpaid traffic ticket suspensions over two years old. Excludes DUI and DUAC cases. Attendance is not required.

Bench Warrant: Resolution Clinic

Attend to non-violent general sessions bench warrants over two years old. Excludes magistrate court and summary BWFTA cases.

Additional Services:

Expungement Information Table

Sign up here: February 2025 Clinic Sign Up (jotform.com)
For questions please contact (803) 250-1772 or email clinics@rainydayfund.us

Jump Start Your Heart Day Party
2025-02-08 11:00 - 14:00 | Charles Drew Wellness Center, 2101 Walker Solomon Way, Columbia, SC, 29204, United States
February is National Heart Month and in conjunction with the Go Red movement, which encourages awareness of heart disease and heart health, the City of Columbia will hold the second annual “Jump Start your Heart” Day Party”, Saturday, February 8 from 11am-2pm, at the Drew Wellness Center.
The “Jump Start Your Heart” Day Party will feature a variety of FREE activities including health screenings, massages, giveaways, health related exhibitors, workouts and more!

11:15 AM: Yoga
11:45 AM: PVOLVE Workout
12:15 PM: Vendors/Games
12:30 PM: Zumba
1:00 PM: Jamie Scott Fitness
1:30 PM: HIIT Workout
1:45 PM: Explore Vendors

The exhibitors will be open for the entire duration of the event for individuals who just want to drop in and get educational/health related information and materials.
There is no cost to participate, but registration is encouraged.
Please register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1205583285059?aff=oddtdtcreator

Columbia Canal: Then and Now
2025-02-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Riverfront Park South, 312 Laurel Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States

FastTrac Growth Venture
2025-02-11 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Midlands Technical College Northeast Campus, 151 Powell Road, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
The Office of Business Opportunities is no longer accepting applications for the 2025 FastTrac Growth Venture course. If you have any questions, you can contact our office at (803)545-3950 or send an email to OBO@columbiasc.gov.
FastTrac Growth Venture is a course designed to support the entrepreneur seeking to take their existing business to a higher level. This program assists entrepreneurs in analyzing their current business condition to identify the best opportunities for growth. Budgeting, sales strategies, management team roles, operational systems and business plan implementation are key areas of emphasis. The course also facilitates networking between entrepreneurs and experienced professionals.
This training is designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with more in-depth business skills to grow their business successfully. 2025 is the 22nd year of the collaborative partnership between the City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities and Midlands Technical College in providing the FastTrac Growth Venture training to local business owners.
To be eligible to participate in the FastTrac Growth Venture course, participants must:

Have a small business located in Calhoun, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lexington, Newberry, Orangeburg, Richland, or Saluda counties.
Have a business plan or must be in operations for more than five (5) years.

Be one of the lucky few selected for this course and join the many who have successfully risen to the challenge.

"Respect is the Rule!": ONSE at Eau Claire High School Basketball Game
2025-02-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Eau Claire High School, 4800 Monticello Rd, Columbia, 29203, United States

Reading Day
2025-02-13 08:00 - 23:00 | Perry Middle School, 2600 Barhamville Rd, Columbia, SC, 29204, United States

Planning Commission (PC)
2025-02-13 16:00 - 18:00 | City Hall, Council Chambers, 1737 Main Street, 3rd Floor, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting. Application deadline for this meeting is January 13,2025. For more information, call 803-545-3333 or visit the PC page for agendas, approved minutes, a printable calendar, and more.

Winter Wonderland Walks
2025-02-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Saluda Riverwalk, 650 Candi Lane, Columbia, SC, 29210, United States

Black History Heritage Ball
2025-02-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Hyatt Park, 950 Jackson Avenue, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

Columbia Talent Retention Fair
2025-02-17 10:00 - 15:00 | Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln St, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Join us for an energetic hiring event designed for job seekers aged 18 and older—especially college students looking for entry-level positions, internships, and seasonal opportunities. Meet recruiters from a variety of industries looking for fresh talent like you. Explore new opportunities and discover roles that match your skills and goals. Build connections that could shape your future career. Whether you’re starting your job search, exploring career paths, or just curious about what’s out there, this event is your gateway to success!

Youth Service Providers Meet-Up
2025-02-17 11:00 - 12:30 | columbia police, 5471 Leesburg Rd, Eastover, SC, 29044, United States

Belmont Community Meeting
2025-02-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Gable Oaks Community Resource Center, 901 Colleton St, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

Lunch and Learn
2025-02-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Busby Community Center, 1735 Busby St, Columbia, 29203, United States

City Funding for Non-Profit Events Seminar
2025-02-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Busby Community Center, 1735 Busby St, Columbia, 29203, United States
The Non-Profit Events Seminar hosted by the City of Columbia will help event managers learn about funding programs through the City of Columbia and identifying information that sponsors need to increase the probability of funding.
The seminar will be taught by Harold Reaves, City of Columbia Special Events Coordinator, Laura S. Truell, Instructor of Sport and Entertainment Management at USC, and Tina Saxon, Grants Coordinator for the City of Columbia.
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This is the second workshop within a series of workshops designed to assist and prepare event managers with planning, producing, and administering their events. Topical areas for this series will include Event Management 101, Staffing, Risk Management/Liability, Insurance, and Potential Sponsorship/Funding.

Design/Development Review Commission (D/DRC) Meeting
2025-02-20 16:00 - 18:00 | City Hall, Council Chambers, 1737 Main Street, 3rd Floor, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Regularly scheduled Design/Development Review Commission Meeting. Application deadline for this meeting is January 17, 2025. For more information, call 803-545-3222 or visit the D/DRC page for agendas, approved minutes, a printable calendar, and more.

Homebuyer Workshop
2025-02-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Hampton Park Community Center, 1117 Brandon Ave, Columbia, 29209, United States
The City of Columbia Community Development Department is hosting a homebuyer workshop at the Hampton Park Community Center on February 20, 2025 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm.
Topics of Discussion will include:

How to purchase a house on a budget
Understanding home mortgage process budgeting
Housing loan programs

Register for the event here: Home Buying Workshop, Credit Counseling & Budgeting (columbiasc.gov)
For more information, contact Community Development at (803) 545-3373 or email at housingloanprograms@columbiasc.gov.

P.E.A.C.E. Artistic Expressions
2025-02-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Hyatt Park, 950 Jackson Avenue, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
This free event will provide a safe space for young artists to express their artistic talent. Join us in the Leroy Moss Multipurpose Building at Hyatt Park!
Open to high school students ONLY. Pre-registration is required, as space is limited!
Register here:
P.E.A.C.E Arts Expression Day (google.com)

Black History Celebration
2025-02-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Greenview Park, 6700 David Street, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

Grand Finale Black History Parade & Festival
2025-02-22 13:00 - 18:00 | Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 2300 Greene Street, Columbia, SC, 29205, United States
Join us for the Grand Finale Black History Parade & Festival! We will be celebrating our 20th year with Actress & Comedienne Annie McKnight, and the Grand Marshal 2025 will be the Honorable Senator Maggie Glover.
The Black History Parade will begin at Hampton & Harden St, and the Festival will take place at MLK Park, 2300 Greene St. Columbia SC.
This year marks the GRAND FINALE of our beloved 20-year tradition, the Statewide Black History Parade and Festival! This milestone event will be a powerful and unforgettable celebration, filled with vibrant displays of African American heritage and contributions, both past and present.
As we culminate two decades of honoring Black history and community unity, the 2025 parade npromises to be our most dynamic gathering yet, featuring extraordinary floats, historical portrayals, cultural performances, and a diverse array of community participants from across the state. This Grand Finale will showcase our collective journey, celebrating our shared progress while inspiring everyone to stay active and engaged in shaping our future.
For questions call (803) 361-5470 or email fundsinc@fundsinc1.org
