City of Columbia, Columbia SC

Board of Zoning Appeals (BoZA) Meeting
2026-07-02 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | City Hall, Council Chambers, 1737 Main Street, 3rd Floor, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Regularly scheduled Board of Zoning Appeals Meetings. Application deadline for this meeting can be found at the link here: <https://planninganddevelopment.columbiasc.gov/board-of-zoning-appeals/boza-calendar/> . For more information, call 803-545-3333 or visit the website for agendas, approved minutes, a printable calendar, and more.

Adolescent Art & Therapy Camp with Corazon Holistic Health
2026-07-07 08:30 - 13:00, 2026-07-14 08:30 - 13:00, 2026-07-21 08:30 - 13:00, 2026-07-28 08:30 - 13:00 | Corazon Holistic Health, 1631 Main St, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Join us Tuesdays in July from 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. for a unique summer experience combining art, sound, body awareness and emotional wellness. Location in downtown Columbia at 1631 Main Street.
Perfect for adolescents and teens looking for creativity, connection, and support this summer.

For age groups 13 – 18
$150 per session
$500 for all 4 sessions
Sibling discounts available!

Dates:

July 7
July 14
July 21
July 28

Each session explores themes like:

Self-identity
Anxiety
Anger & Depression
Transitions & Discomfort

Participants will engage in creative expression while learning real-life emotional regulation skills in a safe & supportive environment.
To register call (803) 567-1217 or email info@corazonholistichealth.com
Register by July 3

Yoga In The Park
2026-07-08 09:00 - 13:00 | Mays Park, 1521 Deans Lane, Columbia, SC, 29205, United States

Planning Commission (PC) Meeting
2026-07-09 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 can be found at the link here: <https://planninganddevelopment.columbiasc.gov/planning-commission/pc-calendar/> . For more information, call 803-545-3333 or visit the website for agendas, approved minutes, a printable calendar, and more.

National Kitten Day - Adoption Fees Waived for All Cats and Kittens
2026-07-10 | Columbia Animal Services, 127 Humane Lane, Columbia, SC, 29209, United States
adoption fees waived for all cats and kittens. One day only. All pets are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on basic vaccines at the time of adoption.

Grand Opening Fire King Pizza
2026-07-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Fire King Pizza, 1840 Hampton St., Columbia, SC, 29201, United States

Back To School Bash
2026-07-11 10:00 - 15:00 | Pinehurst Park, 2300 Pinehurst Road, Columbia, SC, 29204

Heart & Sole Fitness Jam
2026-07-11 11:00 - 15:00 | Hyatt Park, 950 Jackson Avenue, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

Hoops After Dark: Prime Time Event
2026-07-11 11:00 - 15:00 | Greenview Park, 6700 David Street, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

Adult Art Therapy Camp with Corazon Holistic Health
2026-07-11 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-18 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-19 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Corazon Holistic Health, 1631 Main St, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Weekends in July | 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Session Themes:

Saturday, July 11 – Self & Identity

Art therapy introduction + self-concept exploration

Saturday, July 18 – Anxiety & Regulation

Painting and nervous system tools

Sunday, July 19 – Emotions: Depression & Anger

Clay “Ugly Mugs,” polyvagal education & musical selections

Saturday July 25 – Grief & Transitions

Painting previous clay work + Found Art collage w/ mixed media

Pricing:

$130 per individual session
$450 for all 4 sessions
Family discounts available! (Ask us)

To register call (803) 567-1217 or email info@corazonholistichealth.com
Register by July 3
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Urban Design Review Commission Meeting
2026-07-15 16:00 - 17:00 | City Hall Third Floor Chambers, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, South Carolina
Regularly scheduled Design Review Commission Meetings. Application deadline for this meeting can be found at the link here: <https://planninganddevelopment.columbiasc.gov/design-development-review-commission/ddrc-calendar/> . For more information, call 803-545-3333 or visit the website for agendas, approved minutes, a printable calendar, and more.

Historic Preservation/Development Review Commission (HP/DRC) Meeting
2026-07-16 16:00 - 18:00 | City Hall, Council Chambers, 1737 Main Street, 3rd Floor, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Regularly scheduled Design Review Commission Meetings. Application deadline for this meeting can be found at the link here: <https://planninganddevelopment.columbiasc.gov/design-development-review-commission/ddrc-calendar/>. For more information, call 803-545-3333 or visit the website for agendas, approved minutes, a printable calendar, and more.

Unveiling New Public Murals Honoring Columbia's African American History
2026-07-18 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Richland Library, 1431 Assembly Street, Columbia, South Carolina
One Columbia Announces Cultural Layers Community Celebrations, Unveiling New Public Murals Honoring Columbia’s African American History
Columbia, SC — July 13, 2026 — One Columbia for Arts and Culture will host the Cultural Layers Community Celebrations, two free public events marking the unveiling of new public artwork honoring the stories, people, and places at the heart of Columbia’s historically African American neighborhoods. The celebrations take place Saturday, July 18, at 2:00 PM at Richland Library Edgewood and Sunday, July 19, at 3:00 PM at the Richland Library Main Auditorium. Admission is free and open to the public.
The new artwork honors former residents and legacies of the Booker T. Washington, Ward One, and Wheeler Hill neighborhoods. Cultural Layers is a public art and storytelling initiative led by One Columbia and funded by the Knight Foundation and the Central Carolina Community Foundation. The project preserves and amplifies histories from these communities through photography, videography, oral histories, archival research, and public art, centering the individuals who shaped the city and the schools and neighborhoods that served as cultural and social anchors for generations.
At each celebration, attendees can view the completed murals and public artwork, meet several of the individuals depicted in the work, and connect with the community members, historians, and cultural partners who helped bring the project to life. The events are designed as community gatherings grounded in memory, local history, and collective pride.
Featured artists include Daniel Esquivia-Zapata, Visual Artist and Educator; Nora Williams, Photographer and Cultural Worker; and Malcolm Vanhannegeyn, CEO of Perspective Cinema and Cinematographer. Community members featured in the work include Crissandra Elliott, Deacon Richard Caughman, and Raymond Richardson.
“For us, public art is more than just what you see; it’s about creating connections,” said Xavier Blake, One Columbia Executive Director. “Through Cultural Layers and the incredible talents of Daniel, Nora, and Malcolm, we hope to create a lasting impact that honors the lives, spaces, and histories that shape our city.”
The celebrations are made possible with the support of community partners and sponsors including Central Carolina Community Foundation, Knight Foundation, Richland County Library, the A’ja Wilson Foundation, the Center for Civil Rights History and Research at the University of South Carolina, Columbia SC 63, the Ward One Organization, and Friends of African American Art & Culture.
More information is available at onecolumbiasc.com/public-art/cultural-layers-project/.
About One Columbia for Arts and Culture
One Columbia for Arts and Culture is the designated nonprofit arts organization for the City of Columbia, South Carolina. Its mission is to amplify, support, and celebrate the arts while ensuring creativity remains a vital part of the city’s identity and growth. Through public programming, community partnerships, and cultural initiatives, One Columbia works to make the arts accessible and meaningful for all residents of the Columbia region.

Pups & Pints Adoption Event & Donation Drive: Luau Edition
2026-07-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Hunter Gatherer Brewery, 1402 Jim Hamilton Blvd, Columbia, SC, 29205, United States
*TIME CHANGE DUE TO HEAT: Pups & Pints Adoption Event & Donation Drive: Luau Edition at Hunter Gatherer Brewery. Adoption fees waived! Please ask those considering adoption to come prepared with a collar and leash.

Park Palooza at Finlay Park
2026-07-25 10:00 - 13:00 | South Carolina
Park Palooza is an annual community event hosted by the City of Columbia Parks & Recreation Department to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month. It features live entertainment, local vendors, food trucks, fitness demonstrations, and family-friendly activities.

Carolina Fish & Wings Grand Opening
2026-07-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Carolina Fish & Wings, 565 Spears Creek Church Rd., Elgin, SC, 29045, United States

Back to School Bash
2026-08-01 09:00 - 14:00 | Greenview Park, 6700 David Street, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
Join us at Pinehurst Park for a Back to School Bash featuring free School supplies, free haircuts, and food!

Sistercare Saturday
2026-08-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Soda City Market, 1700 Main St, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The City will host three SisterCare Saturday fundraising events, where community members can stop by, dunk a local celebrity, learn more about SisterCare’s mission, make donations, and help support local survivors.
SisterCare Saturday Event Schedule

Saturday, August 1 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Intersection of Main and Washington Streets during Soda City Market
Saturday, September 12 | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Green Space outside of Gather Cola
Saturday, September 26 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Intersection of Main and Washington Streets during Soda City Market

Back to School Bash
2026-08-01 10:00 - 13:00 | Lorick Park, 1735 Lorick Ave, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

Back to School Steppin Out On Gun Violence Step Show
2026-08-01 16:00 - 19:00 | Hyatt Park, 950 Jackson Avenue, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

The Coastal Crust Grand Opening
2026-08-04 10:30 - 12:00 | The Coastal Crust, 2158 Pickens St., Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Who: Mayor J. Daniel Rickenmann, City of Columbia Councilmembers, Coastal Crust Owner Brian Piesner, and Hughes Development Corporation President & CEO Robert Hughes.
What: The City of Columbia celebrates the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of The Coastal Crust on Tuesday, August 4th,2026 at 10:30 a.m. The South Carolina-based family-owned restaurant known for its authentic Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizzas and handcrafted Italian-inspired cuisine, will celebrate the grand opening of its newest location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Columbia’s BullStreet District. City of Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Coastal Crust Owner Brian Piesner, and Hughes Development Corporation President & CEO Robert Hughes, will give remarks and cut the ribbon for this grand opening event. Immediately following the ceremony, the restaurant will officially open its doors to the public at 11:00 a.m.. Media are invited to attend the celebration, capture the ribbon cutting, interview speakers and tour the new restaurant.
When: Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026, at 10:30 a.m.Where: The Coastal Crust, BullStreet District, 2158 Pickens St. Columbia, S.C. 29201

National Night Out
2026-08-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Lorick Park, 1735 Lorick Ave, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
National Night Out is an annual event that promotes partnerships between police and the community to help make neighborhoods safer and more welcoming. The event brings together residents, law enforcement, and community organizations for an evening of activities, food, and fun.
National Night Out aims to strengthen relationships between neighbors and public safety officials, raise awareness of crime prevention, and foster community unity. Residents are encouraged to attend block parties, cookouts, and other gatherings throughout the city.
By participating in National Night Out, you help build a stronger, safer, and more connected Columbia

National Night Out
2026-08-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Busby Community Center, 1735 Busby St, Columbia, 29203, United States
