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Memorial Day is West Columbia’s kick-off to ecotourism season on the Congaree River, with many other attractions to enjoy 

Memorial Day is a day to honor those who have given their lives to protect our country. This year, Memorial Day is Monday, May 28.   Memorial Day is also the unofficial start of summer and the official opening of the constantly growing eco-tourism industry in West Columbia. “The Congaree River has become an irresistible and traditional magnet for tubers and […]

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Art on State attracts masses to West Columbia’s River District for music, food and shopping – See photo gallery

A mass of visitors descended onto West Columbia’s State Street Friday for the Art on State Event. “We’re from New Jersey,” said Jim Hunter. He and his wife, Rita were in town for graduation ceremonies at USC. “We love this,” Rita said. “It’s great. It such a festive atmosphere.” Others visiting Lexington Medical Center came […]

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More info for Saturday’s Kinetic Derby Day – from food trucks and Meeting Street Artisan Market vendors to chalk artists, and giant slide

West Columbia’s Kinetic Derby Day, featuring iMAGINE STEAM Festival, is this Saturday, April 22, 2023. Below is everything an attendee needs to know to enjoy an action-packed day in the City of West Columbia’s River District. Schedule of Events 10 AM – 80s Themed Kinetic Sculpture Parade kicks off at Brookland UMC and heads toward […]

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Art on State, May 5, represents the vitality and growth in West Columbia’s River District – Here’s your guide

Lights are strung across State, with a band playing in the background, as the crowd grows in the street. That will be the scene at the Fifth Annual Art on State. It’s Friday, May 5, from  5:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. in the 100 Block of State Street, West Columbia. The Meeting Street Artisan Market will […]

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Join the Parade at West Columbia’s Kinetic Derby Day – Volunteers and Participants sought

West Columbia’s Kinetic Derby Day, featuring iMAGINE STEAM Festival, is Saturday, April 22, 2023. The 4th annual free festival is seeking volunteers and parade participants to complete the planning of the action-packed family fun event. Join in the fun and get all the details at www.kineticderbyday.com. Registration for soapbox entries closes on April 17, 2023, at noon. […]

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St. Patrick spirit is strong in West Columbia and special at Savage Craft Ale Works, with SYR and The Bograts – Stone River St. Patrick’s Day Oyster Roast is Friday

The spirit of St. Patrick is alive and well in West Columbia. Entering the Westover Acres neighborhood from Sunset Boulevard, the gates are adorned with St. Patrick’s Day well wishes. Jarrett’s Jungle, just a few blocks down the street, is selling Irish Shamrocks. Affordable Medical Equipment, on Sunset, has a St. Patrick’s Day mannequin dressed […]

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Success of West Columbia’s Meeting Street Artisan Market in line with city’s growth plan

West Columbia’s Meeting Street Artisan Market opened at 425 Meeting Street in September of 2019. Since it opened it has drawn thousands to browse the many unique items that are offered at the market every Saturday from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. And Since August there has been a nighttime version of the Meeting Street […]

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Anticipation is High for Sponsors and Participants of Kinetic Derby Day on April 22 – REGISTER NOW!

The 4th Annual Kinetic Derby Day is just around the corner, on Saturday, April 22. The streets of West Columbia will be filled with thousands of people coming together at State and Meeting. It attracts the very young and the seasoned members of our community, along with everyone in between. The event features art, soapbox racing, a parade, and an obstacle course and […]

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