The second installment of the Jazz@701 Sisters Singing Jazz series will take place April 14, featuring vocalist Quiana Parler. Parler, a two-time Grammy Award-winning singer, lyricist, and composer, is widely recognized as the lead vocalist for Ranky Tanky, known for blending jazz with the Gullah musical traditions of the SouthContinue Reading
The South Carolina Philharmonic (SCP) will present its third annual Music in My Neighborhood festival in the Cayce/West Columbia area April 13–18. This weeklong initiative brings free performances, educational programs, and interactive events directly into the community, with appearances at public spaces, healthcare facilities, and local businesses. Highlighted events include:Continue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The SC Jazz Masterworks Ensemble will feature renowned pianist, bandleader, and 10-time Grammy Award winner Arturo O’Farrill in its concert Afro-Latin Jazz Excursion on April 11 at 7:30 p.m. The performance will take place at Harbison Theatre. O’Farrill is widely recognized for his influence on contemporary LatinContinue Reading
Photo- Hiking at Congaree National Park | Credit: The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board COLUMBIA — From scenic shorelines to expansive park systems, the Capital City/Lake Murray Country region is highlighting its wide range of outdoor experiences for visitors of all ages. Anchored by Lake Murray—often referred toContinue Reading
CAYCE, S.C. — Columbia Children’s Theatre invites families across the Midlands to take flight this spring with Peter Pan JR., a musical adventure filled with magic, mischief, and imagination. Performance Details Performances will be held at Brookland-Cayce High School (1300 State St.) on the following dates: Friday, March 27 atContinue Reading
The Muzika. Festival will return to South Carolina this June for its fifth season, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of its parent organization, Varna International. What began as a world-traveling production company has established South Carolina as its permanent cultural home, bringing international performers and emerging artists to local stages.Continue Reading
The South Carolina State Museum will host Flock Fest, a day-long celebration of birds and birding, on March 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature hands-on activities, gallery tours, birding opportunities and educational programs presented in partnership with organizations from across South Carolina. “Flock Fest isContinue Reading
Philharmonic Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary The South Carolina Philharmonic will launch its celebration of America’s 250th anniversary with a special concert event, “The Dream of America,” on March 14. The performance blends orchestral music and theater, featuring masterworks, a world premiere and a staged symphony highlighting the immigrant experience. AtContinue Reading
The stage adaptation of The Screwtape Letters will be performed in Columbia at the Koger Center for the Arts on March 19 at 7:30 p.m. Based on the classic work by C. S. Lewis, the production explores spiritual warfare from a demon’s point of view. The show has played toContinue Reading
The United States Air Force Heritage of America Band will perform at the Koger Center for the Arts on Monday, March 16, at 7:30 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public, and no ticket is required. The 45-member ensemble of professional Airmen performs a wide range ofContinue Reading
The Town of Irmo is launching a community-wide fundraising campaign to support the development of Crossbuck Play Space at Rawls Creek Park—an all-inclusive play space designed to ensure children of all abilities have a safe, welcoming and engaging place to play together. The new playground will be located at 1113Continue Reading
Harbison Theatre will welcome audiences for an evening of laughter, connection and candid storytelling with Girls Night Out with Ellen Skrmetti this Saturday, February 21 at 7:30 p.m. The performance brings Ellen Skrmetti’s signature brand of comedy to the Midlands, offering a night designed for friends to gather, unwind andContinue Reading
Two young gorillas born at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden are preparing for a major move this spring. Moyo and ZaKota, both born in 2018, will relocate to the Dallas Zoo in March following a recommendation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ (AZA) Species Survival Plan (SSP) Breeding and TransferContinue Reading
COLUMBIA — The South Carolina Philharmonic has appointed Carol Addy and Hassan Anderson to its Board of Directors, adding two community leaders with strong ties to music, education and civic engagement. Addy is chief revenue officer for Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union, a longtime supporter of the South Carolina PhilharmonicContinue Reading
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is kicking off 2026 with the arrival of two young African lions, the return of Free Fridays for local residents, and a full lineup of events and experiences designed to connect guests with wildlife throughout the year. “From meeting lion brothers Pesho and Sidai to exploringContinue Reading
IRMO — Fans of soul and rock music can celebrate the legendary sounds of Aretha Franklin and Tina Turner this Saturday, Jan. 17, at Harbison Theatre, when acclaimed vocalist Alfreda Gerald takes the stage for a special tribute performance. Gerald brings decades of international performance experience, having shared the stageContinue Reading