In + Around Columbia

April in Columbia is full of fun – from Easter egg hunts, outdoor play, storytimes, art activities, and more! Get out your calendars and make a note of all there is to do. Don’t forget to check out our local...

The South Carolina State Museum is celebrating Spring Break from April 4 – 16 with 50% off general admission for kids aged 12 and under. Plus, guests can enjoy a brand-new line-up of exciting planetarium and 4D theater shows and...

The South Carolina State Fair is excited to announce its annual Spring Fair Food Drive-Through will return Sunday, April 16 through Saturday, April 22, 2023. The week-long food event, featuring a wide variety of traditional fair food and drinks,...

I love reading. So when I found out that a brand new independent bookstore that just opened up in Five Points, I knew I had to check it out. Since I was going there anyway, I decided to make...

From Easter egg hunts to visits with the bunny, there’s plenty of holiday fun happening around the Midlands! So grab your basket and go explore the best Columbia has to offer! Easter Bunny Pictures at Columbiana Centre Friday, March 17 -...

Strawberries … my family’s most favorite fruit, and really, their favorite treat of the entire spring! We love all kinds of berries, but strawberries are the best, especially the ones that are locally grown and oh so sweet. After living...

As springtime, longer days and warm weather approaches, I’ve been getting more excited about getting outside with family and friends. Restaurants with outdoor dining have always been my favorite. There’s something about being outdoors that somehow elevates any social...

Whether you're a card-carrying Celtic or just Irish at heart, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the St. Patrick's Day in Columbia with your kids!  St. Patrick's Day Celebratory Kick-Off Event It seems like Columbia doesn't just limit St. Patrick's...

Columbia proudly boasts many fantastic parks and playgrounds! Saluda Shoals in Irmo is one of my personal favorites. Hidden within it's grounds is a three acre inclusive playground that is perfect for family fun, Leo's Landing. Leo's Landing has...

One of my family’s absolute favorite places in Columbia is the Riverbanks Zoo! There’s so much to see and do! We’ve been members since moving here and we appreciate that they’re always working hard to create engaging, meaningful learning...

#1 Guide to Summer Camps in Columbia It’s time for the number one resource utilized year after year by Columbia area families – the Ultimate Guide to Summer Camps Around Columbia! As busy moms ourselves, we know that finding summer camps...

March in Columbia is full of fun – from St. Patrick's Day events, outdoor play, storytimes, art activities, and more! Get out your calendars and make a note of all there is to do. Don’t forget to check out our...

The only thing better than playground time with your kids is padded playground time with your kids. I love whoever came up with the idea to add rubber flooring to outside spaces. Our children (especially the littlest ones) can...

As a mom of a little one with special needs, I know how stressful and confusing it can be to search for activities my child can safely participate in. Every small act that makes our lives just a little...