City of Columbia, Columbia SC

Cola Women/Trans/Femme/Non-binary Cyclists Ride
2025-05-07 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Cola Town Bike Collective, 711 Elmwood Avenue
Meet at 6:30PM for a 10-12 mile, no-drop monthly social ride for femme/trans/women/nonbinary riders. Meet at Cola Town Bike Collective (711 Elmwood Ave) and follow cola_wtfnb_cyclists on Instagram for details.

Youth & Community Prayer Service
2025-05-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Eau Claire Baptist Church, 4427 N. Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
Eau Claire Baptist Church is hosting a youth & community prayer service.
Doors will open at 4:30 PM.
Services start in sanctuary:

Music
Prayer
Message

Outside Events

Food
Fellowship
Games

Partnering with St. Paul Baptist Church, Ascension Lutheran Church, Temple Zion Baptist Church, and City of Refuge Church

Planning Commission (PC) Meeting
2025-05-08 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 April 7, 2025. For more information, call 803-545-3333 or visit the PC page for agendas, approved minutes, a printable calendar, and more.

(SOLD OUT) 12th Annual Small Business Week Conference
2025-05-09 09:00 - 22:00 | Marriott Columbia, 1200 Hampton St, Columbia, SC, 29218, United States
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is hosting the City of Columbia’s 12th Annual Small Business Week Conference. During this year’s conference we will provide information and resources to small businesses and entrepreneurs with a vendor showcase and breakout sessions from local subject matter experts. In addition to the conference, the U.S. Small Business Administration will host an awards ceremony and match making sessions for those attending.
This year’s keynote speaker is Major General Daryl Hood, Commander of the Army Training Center and Fort Jackson and TV and radio personality, Cynthia Hardy will serve as our Mistress of Ceremony!
Registration is now open at https://sbwc2025.eventbrite.com. Early bird tickets are now on sale for $25 until April 24th. After the 24th, the price will increase to $35.00. For any questions regarding the conference, please contact Kalenna Ginyard, OBO Program Compliance Specialist at (803)545-3960 or send an email to OBO@columbiasc.gov.

Food Truck Friday!
2025-05-09 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-16 11:00 - 15:00 | 2300 Bull Street (REI Co-op parking lot at BullStreet, corner of Bull and Colonial), 2300 Bull Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
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:
May 2, 2025:

Kurt’s Kitchen
Smok’in Pot
Snacks & Things
Wise-Lemonade

May 9, 2025:

Lunch Box
Mahjal’s Filipino
Mamas Taste of the World
Petite Sweets Bakeshop

May 16, 2025:

Lobster Dogs
Smoke It Up
Wise’s Fish & Fries

May 30, 2025:

Brown Bag Deli
La Dolce Vita Pizza
Mahjal’s Filipino
The Haute Dog Lady

The Underground Cookout
2025-05-10 | Lincoln Street Tunnel, Vista Greenway, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States

National Dog Mom Day Adoption Promo
2025-05-10 | Columbia Animal Services, 127 Humane Lane, Columbia, SC, 29209, United States
Adoption fees waived for all dogs, ONE DAY ONLY.
See the dogs & cats at Columbia Animal Services that are looking for a new home here: https://24petconnect.com/ColumbiaAdoptablePets

SOLD OUT - Window Repair Workshop
2025-05-10 10:00 - 12:00 | 1623 Richland Street
As a part of Historic Preservation Month in Columbia, we are hosting a Window Repair Workshop. Join us to learn to unstick, re-rope, and restore historic wood windows.
See more events for Historic Preservation Month Here: https://www.columbiacompass.org/celebratemay.html

Lunch & Learn: Protected or Not
2025-05-14 12:00 - 13:00 | All Good Books, 734 Harden St, Columbia, SC, 29212, United States
Learn the how’s and why’s of Columbia’s preservation protections.
Registration Encouraged: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lunch-learn-protected-or-not-tickets-1337283293329?aff=oddtdtc
See more events for Historic Preservation Month Here: https://www.columbiacompass.org/celebratemay.htmlreator

Community Planning Workshop - Presentation of Concepts
2025-05-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Eau Claire Print Building, 3907 Ensor Avenue, Columbia, 29203
Councilwoman Tina Herbert, City Planning and Toole Design will be facilitating a community planning workshop for stakeholders to develop a vision and goals for the future development of the property at River Drive between Park Street and Main Street, adjacent to the future Vista Greenway extension.

Bike Month Pub Tour
2025-05-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Outspokin’ Bicycles, 3223 Devine Street
Join Outspokin’ and Midland SORBA for a cycling ‘Pub Tour’ – a leisurely-paced ride visiting WECO, Columbia Craft, and Craft & Draft. Meet at 6 PM at Outspokin’ Bicycles (3223 Devine Street). Helmets and lights are required, see the Facebook event for additional info.

Cycle Center Basic Bike Maintenance Clinic
2025-05-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Cycle Center
Meet at Cycle Center (1001 Harden) and build your bike knowledge! Register by emailing info@cyclecenter.com.

Design/Development Review Commission (D/DRC) Meeting
2025-05-15 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 April 21, 2025. For more information, call 803-545-3222 or visit the D/DRC page for agendas, approved minutes, a printable calendar, and more.

Columbia Black Expo: Black Owned Wine & Spirits - Kick Off Reception
2025-05-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Runway 728, 724 S. Edisto Street, Columbia, SC, 29205, United States

Bike to Work Day
2025-05-16 07:30 - 08:30
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, Devine Street (7:45 AM)
The intersection of Earlewood Drive and Recreation Drive (8:00 AM)
Cycle Center (8:00 AM)

Dance for Fitness with Miss Richland County
2025-05-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Greenview Park, 6700 David Street, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

Columbia Black Expo: Taste of Black Columbia
2025-05-16 19:30 - 23:00 | SC State Fairgrounds, 1200 Rosewood Drive, Columbia, SC, United States
Experience the Taste of Black Columbia!
​Step into a world where every dish tells a story and every flavor sings of history. On May 16, 2025, join us for a night where our culinary culture takes center stage, from 7:30 pm to 11:00 pm.
Get your ticket, bring your appetite, your dancing shoes and prepare to experience the Taste of Black Columbia.

Friends of Harbison Trail Work Day
2025-05-17 09:00 - 10:00 | Harbison State Forest
Meet at the Harbison Ed Center to volunteer with Friends of Harbison State Forest; bring work gloves, water, and snacks, and wear appropriate clothing; tools will be provided. Details on the Friends of Harbison Facebook page.

Energy Efficiency Workshop
2025-05-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Historic Melrose Heights, 1429 Hagood, Columbia, SC, United States
As part of Historic Preservation Month in Columbia, learn how to improve the energy efficiency of your house. Watch a blower door demonstration and learn the basics of window repair.
Registration Encouraged: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-energy-efficiency-in-historic-homes-tickets-1337268067789?aff=oddtdtcreator
See more events for Historic Preservation Month Here: https://www.columbiacompass.org/celebratemay.html

Annual Luau Line Dance Party
2025-05-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Greenview Park, 6700 David Street, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
Aloha, Columbia! You’re invited to Linedance Luau at Greenview Park!

Ages 16+
Free, but must have ticket to enter!
Bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks
Please wear luau attire!

For questions, call Erica at (803) 754-5223

Columbia Black Expo
2025-05-17 10:00 - 17:00 | SC State Fairgrounds, 1200 Rosewood Drive, Columbia, SC, United States
Join us on May 17th, 2025, at the SC State Fairgrounds from 10 am to 5 pm for the Columbia Black Expo.
Experience a day filled with enriching talks, cultural exhibitions, and a showcase of Black business excellence.
The mission of the Black Expo is to promote economic development through increased exposure for minority-owned businesses. African-American owned businesses have the opportunity to showcase their products and services to the public and procurement officers from major corporations and government entities. It is also an opportunity for major corporations and government entities to develop viable working relationships with minority-owned businesses while marketing their products and services to a growing consumer market.
The Expo is also a forum to educate, enlighten and inspire the entire community and the African-American community in particular. Aside from economic development, exposure to cultural resources is a part of the focus for this event.
Come, be inspired, network, and shop with local vendors.

Garden Walk and Talk
2025-05-18 09:00 - 11:00 | Saluda Riverwalk, 650 Candi Lane, Columbia, SC, 29210, United States

Preservation Bike Tour
2025-05-18 09:00 - 11:00 | 2200 Sumter St, 2200 Sumter St, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
As part of Historic Preservation Month in Columbia, join us on a tour of recent projects in the Cottontown, Earlewood, and Elmwood historic districts.
Registration REQUIRED: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bike-tour-cottontown-earlewood-elmwood-tickets-1337296773649?aff=oddtdtcreator
See more events for Historic Preservation Month Here: https://www.columbiacompass.org/celebratemay.html

Community First Responder's Service
2025-05-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Eau Claire Baptist Church, 4427 N. Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States

Eau Claire Baptist Church Youth Day
2025-05-18 16:00 - 19:00 | Eau Claire Baptist Church, 4427 N. Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
The ONSE team will be onsite to support Eau Claire Baptist Church as they host their Community Prayer Day. The day will highlight first responders and youth violence.

National Rescue Dog Day Adoption Promo
2025-05-20 | Columbia Animal Services, 127 Humane Lane, Columbia, SC, 29209, United States
$5 adoption fee for all pets, ONE DAY ONLY.
See the dogs & cats at Columbia Animal Services that are looking for a new home here: https://24petconnect.com/ColumbiaAdoptablePets

Lunch and Learn with Humana
2025-05-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Busby Community Center, 1735 Busby St, Columbia, 29203, United States

Monthly Street Outreach
2025-05-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Richland County Public Library, 1431 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The ONSE will attend this monthly event to assist with community outreach efforts.

Midlands Ride of Silence
2025-05-21 18:45 - 20:00 | Cola Town Bike Collective, 711 Elmwood Avenue
This silent ride honors cyclist who have been injured or killed while riding. This year’s ride will leave from the Cola Town Bike Collective. Sign in will begin at 6:45 PM. The route is approximately 7 miles. There is no fee, but donations to defray the cost of the police escort would be appreciated. See the National Ride of Silence website to learn more about the focus of this powerful event.
