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.
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✨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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| 🆓 | September 18, 2026
9:00 am - 7:00 pm |
Sprout Style Swap Fall Sale — 50% Off Day
at Jamil Shrine Center, Columbia SC |
September 18, 2026
7:30 pm |
Mike Super: Magic and Illusion - Three's A Charm
at Harbison Theatre at Midland Technical College, Irmo SC |
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| 🆓 | September 19, 2026
9:00 am - 4:00 pm |
2026 Midlands Fall Arts & Crafts Market
at South Carolina State Farmers Market, West Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | September 19, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Soda City Market
at Soda City Market, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | September 19, 2026
9:00 am - 4:00 pm |
Sprout Style Swap Fall Sale — 50% Off Day
at Jamil Shrine Center, Columbia SC |
September 19, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Columbia Marionette Theatre presents: Winnie the Pooh
at Columbia Marionette Theatre, Columbia SC |
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September 19, 2026
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Elephant & Piggie's We Are in a Play!
at Columbia Children’s Theatre, Columbia SC |
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| 🆓 | September 20, 2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
W. Gordon Belser Arboretum Monthly Open House - USC
at W. Gordon Belser Arboretum, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | September 20, 2026
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Newberry Fire Department Kids Fun Day
at Newberry Recreation Complex, Newberry SC |
September 20, 2026
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Elephant & Piggie's We Are in a Play!
at Columbia Children’s Theatre, Columbia SC |
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September 21, 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Marionette Monday: Winnie the Pooh
at Columbia Marionette Theatre, Columbia SC |
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| 🆓 | September 21, 2026
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
Build a Thon: Legos and More
at Richland Library Sandhills, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | September 25, 2026
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm |
Irmo Okra Strut - Friday Opening Night
at Moore Park, Irmo SC |
| 🆓 | September 25, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm |
Opening Reception: From the Vault - Art from the Museum's Collection
at South Carolina State Museum, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | September 26, 2026
9:00 am - 5:00 pm |
Irmo Okra Strut Festival & Parade
at Moore Park, Irmo SC |
| 🆓 | September 26, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Soda City Market
at Soda City Market, Columbia SC |
September 26, 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm |
Inaugural Blue Apple Battle: Free Family Game Day, Ages 9 to 14
at Charles R. Drew Wellness Center, Columbia SC |
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September 26, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Columbia Marionette Theatre presents: Winnie the Pooh
at Columbia Marionette Theatre, Columbia SC |
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| 🆓 | September 26, 2026
12:00 pm - 6:00 pm |
Palmetto Peanut Boil (19th Annual)
at 2900 Block of Devine Street, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | October 3, 2026
9:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Home Depot In-Store Kids Workshops
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| 🆓 | October 3, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Soda City Market
at Soda City Market, Columbia SC |
October 3, 2026
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm |
Make and Create: Halloween Garlands
at Richland Library North Main, Columbia SC |
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October 4, 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm |
First Sunday at the South Carolina State Museum
at South Carolina State Museum, Columbia SC |
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| 🆓 | October 9, 2026
8:00 am - 6:00 pm |
Midlands Plant & Flower Festival
at SC State Farmers Market, West Columbia SC |
October 9, 2026
8:45 am - 5:15 pm |
Fall Farm Days- Half or Full Day Camp
at George Bryan Golf Academy & Carpenter Farms, Chapin SC |