Celebrate the magic of the season in Columbia with our comprehensive event guide. From Columbia old-timers to newcomers, our guide ensures a festive season full of wonder and delight.
One of the highlights of the holiday season is the enchanting Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo, where vibrant displays illuminate the night sky amidst delightful wildlife. Another great option is Vista Lights, where the streets come alive with twinkling lights and an array of charming storefronts. And the timeless classic, How The Grinch Stole Christmas, is something you definitely don’t want to miss. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around Columbia
- Cold Winter's Day 5K
- Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
- A Magical Cirque Christmas
- Christmas with the Big Bang Brass Quintet
- South Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker Tea Party Series
- Vista Lights
- Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve
- Historic Columbia Holiday House Tours
- Midlands Clay Arts Society Holiday Sale
- Accessibility Morning - Meet Santa & The Grinch
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Columbia Events Events
Cold Winter's Day 5K (Columbia) • 0.0 miles
Multiple race options for all ages and abilities
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical (Columbia) • 0.3 miles
Broadway holiday sensation with beloved Dr. Seuss characters.
A Magical Cirque Christmas (Columbia) • 0.3 miles
World-class entertainers performing holiday music
Christmas with the Big Bang Brass Quintet (Columbia) • 0.3 miles
Brass quintet and big band performing holiday classics
South Carolina Ballet Presents The Nutcracker Tea Party Series (Columbia) • 0.4 miles
Meet Nutcracker characters and enjoy a festive tea party
Vista Lights (Columbia) • 0.4 miles
Annual holiday lighting celebration
Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve (Columbia) • 0.4 miles
A rock opera telling a Christmas story
Historic Columbia Holiday House Tours (Columbia) • 0.7 miles
Guided tours of historic homes decorated for the holidays
Midlands Clay Arts Society Holiday Sale (Columbia) • 0.7 miles
Over 35 local artists showcasing ceramic art
Accessibility Morning - Meet Santa & The Grinch (Columbia) • 0.8 miles
Sensory-friendly morning with Santa and The Grinch
Santa's Swingin' Christmas Party (Columbia) • 0.9 miles
Puppet adventure with live jazz quartet
Santa's Workshop at Fireflies Holiday Lights (Columbia) • 1.2 miles
Magical holiday lights and Santa visits
West Columbia Artisan Market (West Columbia) • 1.3 miles
Local artisans showcase handmade crafts and artwork
St. Nicholas Festival (West Columbia) • 1.7 miles
21st Annual festival supporting local charities with diverse food and crafts.
Junior League of Columbia Holiday Market (Columbia) • 2.0 miles
A four-day shopping extravaganza featuring nearly 160 national merchants.
Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo (Columbia) • 2.2 miles
Over 60 larger-than-life wildlife lantern displays
Carols Along the Riverwalk (Cayce) • 3.2 miles
Reverse caroling with live music along the riverwalk
Holiday Craft Fairs (West Columbia) • 3.6 miles
Annual holiday craft show with free admission
Fall on the Farm Festivals (West Columbia) • 6.8 miles
Largest selection of fall plants and decorations
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