The 7th Annual Art on State is Friday, May 9.

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of art, music, and local charm at West Columbia’s 7th Annual Art on State! Join us on Friday, May 9, 2025, from 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM, along the 100-200 Blocks of State Street for a celebration of creativity and community.

Stroll the streets lined with live muralists, enjoy sensational performances, and explore one-of-a-kind shops and artisan vendors. Whether you are looking for a unique Mother’s Day gift, savoring delicious food and drinks from local favorites, or simply soaking in the spectacular city skyline view, Art on State has something for everyone.

Event Highlights:

Live Music – Feel the rhythm with performances by:

• 5:30 PM – 7:15 PM: Seven til Sunrise
• 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM: High Society Band

Live Mural Art & Demonstrations – Watch talented local artists transform the streets with live painting and interactive art:

• Michael Krajewski
• Dre Lopez
• Lucas Sams
• Alicia Leeke
• Kristin Holzer
• Laura Day
• Dylan Fouste
• Shaina Manuel

Local Food & Beverages for Purchase:

• Savage Craft Ale Works
• WECO Bottle & Biergarten
• The Hideout in WeCo
• Breakfast at Ruiz
• Terra
• D’s Wings
• Black Rooster
• State Street Pub
• Tacos Oink Oink
• Haute Dog Lady
• Cox Family BBQ
• Kona Ice
• Brain Freeze

Shops Open Late – Explore unique finds from:

• Gentleman’s Quarters Barbershop
• HotWorx
• State Street Trading Co.
• Southern Custom Doors & Hardware
• The Warehouse
• Garden & Relic
• West Point Coins
• Century 21 803 Realty
• Ed’s Editions

Meeting Street Artisan Market – Special Night Edition (425 Meeting Street)
Shop handcrafted treasures from over 20 local artisans!

• Emerald’s Artistry
• 803 Candle Company
• Art from the Hollow
• Aurora Meadows Farm & Floristry
• Barefoot Pottery
• Baubles and Glass
• Cindy’s Turn
• Cute Country Coasters, LLC
• Distinctly Made
• Dunwoody Designs
• Found & Altered
• Hephzibah Collective
• Jen Carmiel
• Mon Petit Chou Art and Design
• New Leaf ReImagined
• Palms To Palmettos
• Purr Page
• Q Borough Candle Bar
• Siara Yazmin Arts
• Sunnyside Prints
• The Hope Chest
• Wild Freeze Treats
• xoxoJLo Crochet
• Royal African Company LLC

Family Fun! – Bring the kids for interactive art experiences, including sidewalk chalk stations where they can create their masterpieces!

Getting There:

FREE Parking Available:

• Carraway Park – 212 Hudson Street
• Public Parking Garage – 310 Court Avenue
• Capitol Square – 483 Sunset Boulevard
• Interactive Art Park – 425 Meeting Street
• River District Church – 400 State Street
• The Warehouse – 312 State Street

Ride Share Discounts – Pick-up & Drop-off at 425 Meeting Street

• Uber – $5 OFF: https://bit.ly/ARTONSTATE2025
• Lyft – $5 OFF: https://lyft.com/lp/ARTONSTATE

Road Closures: (See map for details)

• State Street from Court Avenue to Spring Street: Noon – Midnight
• Center Street from State Street to Shuler Street: 2:30 PM – Midnight

Don’t miss out on West Columbia’s most anticipated art and music event of the year! Follow the Facebook event for updates: https://www.facebook.com/events/2430937747259407/.