Events in Columbia, SC: Don’t Miss a Thing
Looking for the best kid-friendly Columbia, SC events? You’re in the right place. The Kidding Around Columbia Events Page is your go-to guide for family-friendly events in Columbia, SC, including events this weekend and upcoming favorites.
✨Our Calendar Includes:
- Events for all ages
- Weekend events in Columbia, SC
- Family-friendly festivals
- Theatre shows and performances
- Seasonal and holiday events
We do our best to keep details accurate, but always check the event’s website for current pricing, times, and weather-related updates. Details may change!
| Date/Time | Event | |
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January 17, 2026
9:00 am - 12:00 pm |
EdVenture Member Morning- Columbia
at EdVenture Columbia, Columbia SC |
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| 🆓 | January 17, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Soda City Market
at Soda City Market, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | January 17, 2026
10:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Lowe’s DIY Kids Workshop FREE In-Store Event
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January 17, 2026
10:30 am - 11:30 am |
Stroller Tour: Radiant Babies
at The Columbia Museum of Art, Columbia SC |
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January 17, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
at Columbia Marionette Theatre, Columbia SC |
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January 17, 2026
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
at Columbia Marionette Theatre, Columbia SC |
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| 🆓 | January 18, 2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
W. Gordon Belser Arboretum Monthly Open House - USC
at W. Gordon Belser Arboretum, Columbia SC |
January 19, 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 pm |
Martin Luther King Jr. Day @ EdVenture Columbia
at EdVenture Columbia, Columbia SC |
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January 19, 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 pm |
MLK Day Celebration
at EdVenture Columbia, Columbia SC |
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January 19, 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am |
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
at Columbia Marionette Theatre, Columbia SC |
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| 🆓 | January 19, 2026
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the CMA
at The Columbia Museum of Art, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | January 20, 2026
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm |
Family Dance Party- Lexington Main Branch
at Lexington Main Branch, Lexington SC |
| 🆓 | January 20, 2026
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Crafternoon: Snowflakes
at Richland Library St. Andrews, Columbia SC |
January 21, 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Gladys' Gang Toddler Edition: Hop, Skip, & Jump
at The Columbia Museum of Art, Columbia SC |
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| 🆓 | January 21, 2026
10:00 am - 10:30 am |
Puppetpalooza
at Richland Library Main, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | January 21, 2026
10:00 am - 10:30 am |
Puppetpalooza
at Richland Library Main, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | January 22, 2026
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm |
Meet the Artist: AiR Angela Gallo
at Richland Library Main, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | January 23, 2026
9:00 am - 4:00 pm |
Free Fridays at the Riverbanks Zoo
at Riverbanks Zoo, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | January 24, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Soda City Market
at Soda City Market, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | January 24, 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 pm |
Public Winter Book Sale
at Richland Library Operations Center, Columbia SC |
January 24, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
at Columbia Marionette Theatre, Columbia SC |
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January 24, 2026
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
at Columbia Marionette Theatre, Columbia SC |
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| 🆓 | January 28, 2026
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
POP-Up Build-a-Thon: International LEGO Day
at Richland Library Northeast, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | January 28, 2026
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Read to a Therapy Dog
at Richland Library North Main, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | January 30, 2026
9:00 am - 4:00 pm |
Free Fridays at the Riverbanks Zoo
at Riverbanks Zoo, Columbia SC |