What are you doing for the holidays in Columbia? Are you looking for holiday events and things to do, places to shop, or maybe a place to visit with Santa? How about a parade, cookie decorating class, or Christmas light show? You’ve found the Kidding Around Holiday Guide to Columbia and it is packed with holiday fun and Christmas things to do around Columbia.
Holiday Events and Things to Do Around Columbia
We have a huge event guide for the holidays around Columbia and it’s full of family-friendly things to do over the Christmas and Holiday Season including parades, tree-lightings, craft events, and more. There’s no reason to be bored this time of year!
Here’s our huge guide to Holiday Events in Columbia, SC
And, there’s more:
A festive day in Downtown Columbia
Or, head to Downtown Columbia for festive Christmas things to do, decorations, and shopping.
Holiday Treats
Visit one of the locally owned coffee shops in Columbia for delicious coffee and holiday treats. There’s nothing cozier as the weather cools down than the perfect cup of coffee and peppermint treat, or maybe a gingerbread muffin. Yum.
Visit Santa! Places to See Santa Around Columbia, SC
Whether you’re looking for a place to get a photo with Santa or just a place to wave at the jolly man in red, this is the list for you! We have a bit of an elf connection and know Santa’s appearance schedule in Columbia.
Where to See Christmas Lights Displays in Columbia
Driving through elaborate displays of holiday lights is a time-honored family tradition for celebrating the season. Columbia has some amazing drive-thru light displays, plus some cool walk-through displays and even some free options. Holiday lights don’t get much better than this.
Holiday Lights Displays Around Columbia, SC
- Drive-thru displays
- Decked out homes to check out
- Walk-through lights
- FREE places to see amazing lights
- Check out our review of Holiday Lights on the River.
Columbia’s Ultimate Gift Guide
Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list with Columbia’s Ultimate Gift Guide.
Find the Perfect Christmas Tree
Where do you get your family’s Christmas Tree? Not sure? Wondering where you can go to cut-your-own tree or visit with Santa? Maybe you’re looking for a place to just quickly pick out a wreath and skip the crowds?
Either way, you’ll want to check out our Columbia, SC Christmas Tree Farms and Lots list.
Free Things to Do at Christmas Time in Columbia
It’s here!
Columbia’s list of totally free things to do at Christmas time in Columbia, SC.
We have 20+ ideas for completely free, family holiday fun in Columbia. Then, we threw in a few cheap options under $5 per person. To top it all off we added a couple of totally free holiday things to do in nearby cities so you can head out on a whole day trip full of free fun!
Restaurants Open for Christmas in Columbia, SC
What restaurants are open on Christmas Day and Christmas Eve in Columbia, SC?
This list has 17 Restaurants open on Christmas in Columbia, SC.
They are serving meals this holiday season with both dine-in and take-out options. We have everything from steakhouse restaurants open on Christmas to great places to grab a festive dessert. Eat well this holiday season!
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Stay busy with activities and camps.
