September in Columbia is full of fun – fall 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 local guides – apple picking, parks & playgrounds, indoor play areas, birthday parties, kids eat free, and more!
*Please note – While we make every effort to crosscheck current links and event details on our guides, we always encourage you to do the same before making final plans. If details are missing or incorrect, please let us know so that we can correct them.
Sep
1
Fun Friday
Come and join us at Empire on September 1st from 10am-11am for our Fun Friday event! This event is for children walking through age 5. We will have parent supervised
Sep
1
Family Storytime
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family. Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years), Babies (0-18 months), Toddlers (19 months-2 years),
Sep
1
Hello, Baby!
Grow your baby’s vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs. This storytime is designed for infants and lap babies. If your child is walking, check out our Toddler
Sep
1
Play Freely: Think Move Chess Program
Think Move presents a chess club for school age children and teens that offers guided instruction. Audience(s): Adults, School age children (6-12 years), Teens (12-18 years)
Sep
2
Backyard Saturday – Nature Tracks
Join us at Leo’s Landing Playground for Backyard Saturday – Opossums! Through play, families can experience nature at Saluda Shoals Park. Each program will celebrate a nature awareness day through
Sep
2
Family Storytime
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family.
Sep
2
Hansel & Gretel
Fairy Tales and Classic Cartoons Collide! The Brothers Grimm classic is reimagined in the playful style of old Black and White cartoons in CMT’s most ambitious production! Hansel and his
Sep
2
Retro Video Game Night
Retro Videogame Night Calling all retro video game fans! Come out to our second ever Retro Videogame night as we reminisce on some of our favorite games from the past
Sep
3
Chapin Labor Day Festival
The annual Labor Day festival includes Taste of Chapin – a Restaurant Week featuring special deal and menu items from Chapin eateries such as Chophouse of Chapin, Bart’s Crazy Good
Sep
3
First Sunday at SCSM
General admission is only $1 for guests on the first Sunday of every month. Guests are invited to explore four floors of South Carolina art, cultural history, natural history and
Sep
4
Chapin Labor Day Festival
The annual Labor Day festival includes Taste of Chapin – a Restaurant Week featuring special deal and menu items from Chapin eateries such as Chophouse of Chapin, Bart’s Crazy Good
Sep
4
Chapin Labor Day Parade and Festival
Town of Chapin’s Labor Day Parade and Festival is absolutely back in 2023! This years theme is Chapin’s Treasures (Pirates) so set sail to Chapin and kick off the fall
Sep
5
Hands on Art
Simple art fun for the very young. Simple art fun for the very young. Dress for a mess!
Sep
5
Little Sprouts
The littlest gardeners can enjoy nature stories and get hands-on experience with soil and plants. Dress for a mess! Audience(s): Young children (0-5 years)
Sep
5
Family Storytime
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family. Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years), Babies (0-18 months), Toddlers (19 months-2 years),
Sep
6
The Market
The Market is back at Richland Library and we’re excited to bring you farmers, bakers, artists, creators and local authors all in one place!
Sep
6
Homeschool Hangout
Come join us at Empire on September 6th from 10am-11am for our Homeschool Hangout event! This event is for homeschooled children ages 5 and up (younger siblings are welcome!) We
Sep
6
Gladys’ Gang Toddler Edition: A Leg Up
What do you and a chair have in common? Legs! Come explore the galleries as we stretch our legs and explore the creatures — and objects — that have them
Sep
6
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a volunteer organization for young people ages 12 – 18. Teen volunteers help library staff plan and promote programs and services for our community, all
Sep
6
Cow Bingo
Join us for a fun family night out! Dinner, bingo, prizes, and who knows…maybe some cows! Can’t wait to see you then!
Sep
7
Bilingual Storytime Cuentacuentos Bilingüe
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family. We will have a craft time after!.This event is free and open to
Sep
7
Free First Thursday at the CMA
Enjoy free admission courtesy of Dominion Energy and extended hours. The evening includes a program for college students from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and a tour of the CMA Collection
Sep
7
Lake Carolina Farmers Market
Farmers markets reconnect communities to their food system. They create an opportunity where farmers.Come check us out every Thursday for farm fresh produce & lots of other fresh food!!! Crafts,
Sep
8
Family Storytime
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family. Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years), Babies (0-18 months), Toddlers (19 months-2 years),
Sep
8
Play Freely: Think Move Chess Program
Think Move presents a chess club for school age children and teens that offers guided instruction. Audience(s): Adults, School age children (6-12 years), Teens (12-18 years)
Sep
8
Outdoor Movie Night – Puss in Boots the Last Wish
Movie begins at approximately 8:00 p.m. (at dark). Food Trucks will have food for purchase from 6:30–8:00 p.m. Bring a blanket and/or lawn chairs. All Ages Free Admission
Sep
9
Soda City Market
Soda City Market is Columbia’s weekly Main Street event inspired by traditional European street markets. In partnership with Founders Federal Credit Union, we’re open every Saturday morning 9 a.m. –1 p.m.,
Sep
9
Accessibility Morning – Elephant and Piggie
This program provides free access for families of children, teenagers, young adults and adults who would benefit from a quieter, sensory-friendly and disability-adapted experience at the museum. Guests who are
Sep
9
Nature Discovery Walk
Join a volunteer park naturalist for a guided hike on the park’s boardwalk trail to learn about the amazing flora and fauna that calls Congaree National Park home! *
Sep
9
Family Storytime
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family.
Sep
9
Stuffies and Stories: Bear Tales
Bring your cuddly and loveable companion or your favorite stuff animal and celebrate Teddy Bear Day.
Sep
9
Where Would We BEE Without Pollinators
During this family-friendly workshop led by Chanda Cooper, a Conservation Analyst from the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District, kids and adults will play games and make crafts while learning
Sep
9
Elephant & Piggie Book Buddies
Are you more like Gerald or Piggie? Pick your favorite then choose a friend to read together. After reading is complete take part in a fun activity!
Sep
9
Meeting Street Artisan Market
There are new options for afternoon shopping on Saturdays in West Columbia. The Meeting Street Artisan Market has new hours, 11 AM – 3 PM, beginning this Saturday, August 6,
Sep
9
Cooking with Grandparents
This grandparent and child cooking class is designed to help bring kids into the kitchen with you for a fun and healthy experience. Ages 7 and up $65/grandparent + 1
Sep
9
Hansel & Gretel
Fairy Tales and Classic Cartoons Collide! The Brothers Grimm classic is reimagined in the playful style of old Black and White cartoons in CMT’s most ambitious production! Hansel and his
Sep
9
Hansel & Gretel
Fairy Tales and Classic Cartoons Collide! The Brothers Grimm classic is reimagined in the playful style of old Black and White cartoons in CMT’s most ambitious production! Hansel and his
Sep
9
Read to a Therapy Dog
Sign-up and reserve your spot to practice your reading skills with a certified therapy dog and their human. Readers will get a 10-minute session with McDuffie or another therapy pet.
Sep
9
Back to School Bash
Don’t let the back to school blues get you down! Join us for our second annual Back to School Bash on Saturday, September 9th from 7pm-9pm! A Flight Night
Sep
11
Monday Morning Makers
Feed that drive to create and rediscover your sense of wonder and excitement. Discover something new with our projects of the week, which are appropriate for those 6 or more
Sep
11
Preliteracy Class for 4 and 5 year-olds
Build early literacy and phonemic awareness skills through stories, hands on activities and imaginative play. Children will practice Phonemic Awareness Fine Motor Skills Building Vocabulary Narrative/Communication Skills ...
Sep
12
Hands on Art
Simple art fun for the very young. Simple art fun for the very young. Dress for a mess!
Sep
12
Family Storytime
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family. Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years), Babies (0-18 months), Toddlers (19 months-2 years),
Sep
13
Tot Trade ’23 September Fall Sale Event
Columbia, SC’s FAVORITE way to shop! Come join in on all the fun and ahhhh-mazing bargains at our four day pop up consignment sale for kids! Shop gently used children’s
Sep
13
The Market
The Market is back at Richland Library and we’re excited to bring you farmers, bakers, artists, creators and local authors all in one place!
Sep
13
Hello, Baby!
Grow your baby’s vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs. This storytime is designed for infants and lap babies.
Sep
13
Ice Cream Party at Kid’s Night
Parents, we’re sweetening the deal at Kids’ Night September 13 at our West Columbia/Lexington location! Kids eat FREE with the purchase of an adult meal* AND get an ice cream
Sep
14
Columbia Greek Festival
Take the chance to learn more about Greek culture, do some shopping, and try out the amazing food offered at a long-time Columbia favorite! Definitely try a Baklava Ice Cream
Sep
14
Bilingual Storytime Cuentacuentos Bilingüe
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family. We will have a craft time after!.This event is free and open to
Sep
14
Lake Carolina Farmers Market
Farmers markets reconnect communities to their food system. They create an opportunity where farmers.Come check us out every Thursday for farm fresh produce & lots of other fresh food!!! Crafts,
Sep
14
Basic Chinese Paper Cutting Workshop
This workshop provides participants with an insight into the history, culture, and folk tradition of paper-cutting in China. Participants will be guided step by step to create their own artwork.
Sep
14
Teen Makers: Creative Entrepreneur Vision Board
Have you taken the time to visualize your professional goals? Creating a career vision board is a great way to help you begin the process. Join Sylvie Golod, Career Services
Sep
15
Fun Friday
Come and join us at Empire on September 15th from 10am-11am for our Fun Friday event! This event is for children walking through age 5. We will have parent supervised
Sep
15
Family Storytime
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family. Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years), Babies (0-18 months), Toddlers (19 months-2 years),
Sep
15
Hello, Baby!
Grow your baby’s vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs. This storytime is designed for infants and lap babies. If your child is walking, check out our Toddler
Sep
15
Play Freely: Fun Fridays at North Main
Come have some fun this summer at North Main. We all need a little fun in our lives, so drop by anytime between 11 – 4 for games, bubbles, art
Sep
15
Play Freely: Think Move Chess Program
Think Move presents a chess club for school age children and teens that offers guided instruction. Audience(s): Adults, School age children (6-12 years), Teens (12-18 years)
Sep
16
Soda City Market
Soda City Market is Columbia’s weekly Main Street event inspired by traditional European street markets. In partnership with Founders Federal Credit Union, we’re open every Saturday morning 9 a.m. –1 p.m.,
Sep
16
2023 Midlands Fall Arts & Crafts Market
PLEASE CLICK THE DISCUSSION TAB ABOVE TO SEE THE SELECTION OF OVER 150 VENDORS MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW! The Midlands Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Market will be returning to
Sep
16
Family Storytime
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family.
Sep
16
Crafternoon: FAE For All
Learn about different types of FAE and create your own fairy or pixie wings, selkie or elf cape, or flower crown.
Sep
16
Stroller Tour: Behind the Collection
Take a tour of the CMA Collection with infants in tow! Get a glimpse into the story behind the art: the science to create the materials, the lives that shaped
Sep
16
Meeting Street Artisan Market
There are new options for afternoon shopping on Saturdays in West Columbia. The Meeting Street Artisan Market has new hours, 11 AM – 3 PM, beginning this Saturday, August 6,
Sep
16
Hansel & Gretel
Fairy Tales and Classic Cartoons Collide! The Brothers Grimm classic is reimagined in the playful style of old Black and White cartoons in CMT’s most ambitious production! Hansel and his
Sep
16
Jubilee: Festival of Black History and Culture
Jubilee: Festival of Black History and Culture is back for its 45th year! Jubilee is a free celebration everyone can enjoy and features live music and entertainment, artist demonstrations, and
Sep
16
AiR Presents: Pirate Prop Making
Curious how you can be involved with opera from behind the scenes? Kids will have a chance to meet our newest Artists-in-Residence, the Columbia Operatic Laboratory, and help them create
Sep
16
Family Fun Class “Windblown” Ages 7+
Family Fun! Ages 7 and above can join us for this amazing and colorful painting! Time to really feel FALL with this fun painting! We’ll walk you step by step
Sep
16
Hansel & Gretel
Fairy Tales and Classic Cartoons Collide! The Brothers Grimm classic is reimagined in the playful style of old Black and White cartoons in CMT’s most ambitious production! Hansel and his
Sep
16
Kids Karaoke at Beef’s!
Bring the entire family out for a yummy meal, then stick around for some awesome KARAOKE! Kids Welcome! Presented by CarraRock Entertainment, LLC.
Sep
17
2023 Midlands Fall Arts & Crafts Market
PLEASE CLICK THE DISCUSSION TAB ABOVE TO SEE THE SELECTION OF OVER 150 VENDORS MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW! The Midlands Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Market will be returning to
Sep
17
Free Sunday at The Robert Mills House
The third Sunday of the month, residents of Richland and Lexington counties are invited to tour of one of Historic Columbia’s house museums for FREE thanks to Richland County, with
Sep
18
Monday Morning Makers
Feed that drive to create and rediscover your sense of wonder and excitement. Discover something new with our projects of the week, which are appropriate for those 6 or more
Sep
18
Hansel & Gretel
Fairy Tales and Classic Cartoons Collide! The Brothers Grimm classic is reimagined in the playful style of old Black and White cartoons in CMT’s most ambitious production! Hansel and his
Sep
18
Preliteracy Class for 4 and 5 year-olds
Build early literacy and phonemic awareness skills through stories, hands on activities and imaginative play. Children will practice Phonemic Awareness Fine Motor Skills Building Vocabulary Narrative/Communication Skills ...
Sep
19
Hands on Art
Simple art fun for the very young. Simple art fun for the very young. Dress for a mess!
Sep
19
Little Sprouts
The littlest gardeners can enjoy nature stories and get hands-on experience with soil and plants. Dress for a mess! Audience(s): Young children (0-5 years)
Sep
19
Family Storytime
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family. Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years), Babies (0-18 months), Toddlers (19 months-2 years),
Sep
19
Kids Night Ice Cream Party at EBD
Parents, we’re sweetening the deal at Kids’ Night September 19 at our Clemson Rd location! Kids eat FREE with the purchase of an adult meal* AND get an ice cream
Sep
20
The Market
The Market is back at Richland Library and we’re excited to bring you farmers, bakers, artists, creators and local authors all in one place!
Sep
20
Hello, Baby!
Grow your baby’s vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs. This storytime is designed for infants and lap babies.
Sep
20
Gladys’ Gang Toddler Edition: A Leg Up
What do you and a chair have in common? Legs! Come explore the galleries as we stretch our legs and explore the creatures — and objects — that have them
Sep
21
STEM Survival: Hiking Backpack
SCMM’s Homeschool STEM series takes place most Thursdays at 10:30am and consists of a short lesson and hands-on activity. Space is limited to the first 20 registrants. Registration is required
Sep
21
Lake Carolina Farmers Market
Farmers markets reconnect communities to their food system. They create an opportunity where farmers.Come check us out every Thursday for farm fresh produce & lots of other fresh food!!! Crafts,
Sep
21
Make and Create: Teen Edition
Join us for a fun night of painting and decorating canvas bags Audience(s): Teens (12-18 years) Limited supplies, registration required.
Sep
22
Family Storytime
Share stories, songs, and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family. Audience(s): Families, Young children (0-5 years), Babies (0-18 months), Toddlers (19 months-2 years),
Sep
22
Columbia Children’s Theatre presents The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales
In this uproarious and imaginative stage production of The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales, audiences are transported to a whimsical world where classic fairy tales and nursery rhymes
Sep
22
Play Freely: Fun Friday at Wheatley
Come have some fun this Fall at Wheatley. We all need a little fun in our lives, so drop by anytime between 11 – 4 for games, bubbles, art and
Sep
22
Watch Freely: Raya and the Last Dragon
Join us for a screening of the family fun movie Raya and the Last Dragon!
Sep
22
Play Freely: Think Move Chess Program
Think Move presents a chess club for school age children and teens that offers guided instruction. Audience(s): Adults, School age children (6-12 years), Teens (12-18 years)
Sep
22
Clinton Sease Farms Corn Maze
The Corn Maze and playground at Clinton Sease Farms are open starting September 22. Friday evening hours are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 10
Sep
22
Fun Friday
Join us for a Friday of FUN! There will be planned indoor activities such as basketball, 9 square in the air, just dance, freeze tag, and more. $5 per person.
Sep
22
Kids Night In: Pizza Plate
Join your Art Smart Host every Friday for Kids Night In ! 7-8:30PM Get ready for loads of fun!. Maybe even a spontaneous dance party ! $20per kid Snacks are
Sep
23
Soda City Market
Soda City Market is Columbia’s weekly Main Street event inspired by traditional European street markets. In partnership with Founders Federal Credit Union, we’re open every Saturday morning 9 a.m. –1 p.m.,
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