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 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 20, 2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
W. Gordon Belser Arboretum Monthly Open House - USC
at W. Gordon Belser Arboretum, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | September 26, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Soda City Market
at Soda City Market, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | 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 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 10, 2026
9:00 am - 11:00 am |
Accessibility Mornings- SC State Museum
at South Carolina State Museum, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | October 10, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Soda City Market
at Soda City Market, Columbia SC |
October 10, 2026
11:00 am - 6:00 pm |
Columbia Italian Festival
at Finlay Park, Columbia SC |
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| 🆓 | October 17, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Soda City Market
at Soda City Market, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | October 18, 2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
W. Gordon Belser Arboretum Monthly Open House - USC
at W. Gordon Belser Arboretum, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | October 24, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Soda City Market
at Soda City Market, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | October 31, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Soda City Market
at Soda City Market, Columbia SC |
November 1, 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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| 🆓 | November 7, 2026
9:00 am - 4:00 pm |
2026 Midlands Christmas Arts & Crafts Market @ The SC State Farmers Market
at The South Carolina State Farmers Market, West Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | November 7, 2026
9:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Home Depot In-Store Kids Workshops
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| 🆓 | November 7, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Soda City Market
at Soda City Market, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | November 14, 2026
9:00 am - 11:00 am |
Accessibility Mornings- SC State Museum
at South Carolina State Museum, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | November 14, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Soda City Market
at Soda City Market, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | November 15, 2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
W. Gordon Belser Arboretum Monthly Open House - USC
at W. Gordon Belser Arboretum, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | November 21, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Soda City Market
at Soda City Market, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | November 28, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Soda City Market
at Soda City Market, Columbia SC |
| 🆓 | December 5, 2026
9:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Home Depot In-Store Kids Workshops
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