Are you looking for this to do this month or weekend in Columbia, SC? There is so much for your family to enjoy, from special events and children’s programming to theatre shows and sporting events. We gathered all of the best family-friendly events happening this month near you!
We are highlighting Cola’s best events throughout the month, so you can have the most fun each week. Be sure to check out our full event calendar for more fun around the Midlands!
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Events This Weekend: Columbia, SC
Is the weekend here and you are not quite sure what to do? Check out these excellent family-friendly events near Columbia, SC!
Saturdays in Columbia:
- Soda City Farmer’s Market, 9 am to 1 pm
- Virginia Hylton Park Grand Opening, May 4th, 2024
- Crafternoon, A Suprise for Mom, May 4th, 2024
- Pickin & Piggin, Saluda Shoals Park, May 4th, 2024
- Flowers for Mama Bear, Play Matters, May 10th, 2024
- Pick and Play at Clinton Sease Farm, May 11th and 25th, 2024
- Disney on Ice, May 16th – 19th, 2024
- Farm 1780 Spring Festival, May 18th, 2024
- Palmetto Falls Opening Day Celebration, May 25th, 2024
Never Be Bored!
Check out our Guide to Things to Do Near Columbia, SC to have an epic day!
Fill up Your Weekend With These Things to Do Near Columbia, SC
- Our Spring Guide will help you decide what to do on the warming days!
- Pick some strawberries at these local farms.
- Grab a sweet treat at one of these Columbia area bakeries.
- Head to one of these local sports teams and have a grand time!
- Have a lovely cup of coffee or hot chocolate at these coffee shops.
- Enjoy a date night while your kids enjoy one of these Kid’s Night Out.
- Have a picnic at Doko Meadows Park.
- Stay warm indoors with the Richland County Library programming.
- Dine out at Columbia’s best restaurants!
- Have a picnic a these parks and playgrounds near Columbia, SC.
Theatre, Shows, and Sporting Events
Columbia Fireflies
Find our why the Columbia Fireflies are an excellent way to spend the day with your kids!
- VS. Salem, May 7th – 12th, 2024
- VS. Charleston, May 14th – 19th, 2024
University of South Carolina Baseball
Catch a USC Baseball Game throughout the month!
- VS. East Tennessee, May 3rd, 2024
- VS. Georgia, May 9th – 11th, 2024
- SEC Championship Schedule TBD
Free Things Happening This Month
Cheap Fun is the BEST Fun!
There are lots of Free Things to Do Near Columbia, SC
Our Top Picks: Don’t Miss These Events This Month Near Columbia, SC
Our list is growing and full of options. But, if you’re feeling overwhelmed, try one of these top picks. These are the events the Kidding Around Team
Catch a FREE event at the Richland Libraries. We love their free movies!
- Glady’s Gang: Toddler Edition, May 1st, 2024
- Pickin & Piggin, Saluda Shoals Park, May 4th, 2024
- Read to a Therapy Dog, May 8th, 2024
- Pick and Play at Clinton Sease Farm, May 11th and 25th, 2024
- Disney on Ice, May 16th – 19th, 2024
- Farm 1780 Spring Festival, May 18th, 2024
Travel Highlight
Our sister site, Kidding Around Greenville hosts our library of travel content, and we sure do have a wide variety of ideas for every family! Here are this month’s travel highlights:
It’s the perfect time to take your family to Florida because it gets super hot! Check out these Florida Vacation Homes with Private Pools!
These family vacation rentals feature some pretty swanky accommodations! Find the perfect home for your next family trip that has everything you want for an epic time.
