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Wednesday

Marshall Tucker Band will perform with JJ Grey and MOFRO in Columbia at Township Auditorium.

JJ Grey & Mofro and The Marshall Tucker Band: The Ramblin Rooster Tour

What: Catch Southern soul and rock legends JJ Grey & Mofro and The Marshall Tucker Band live in Columbia at Township Auditorium. This powerhouse double bill brings gritty vocals, swampy grooves and timeless Southern Rock classics for one unforgettable night.

Columbia Museum of Art: Evening for Educators

What: Educators from across the state are invited to join the Columbia Museum of Art for an evening of art, wine and bites as they enjoy a sneak preview of new featured exhibitions. Curator Sadé Ayorinde discusses contemporary Black artists and their varied approaches to abstraction. Educators are invited to explore the galleries, learn about tours and try out lesson plan materials focusing on the new exhibitions.

Thursday

City Art: New exhibit by Tony Scully — opening reception

What: City Art is announcing its new Tony Scully exhibit in its main gallery space, which will be running May 22 to Sept. 6. Scully has published three books of poetry and for many years has been a monthly columnist for Camden’s Chronicle-Independent. As a painter, Scully painted portraits on commission for many years, but has recently begun showing his work.

“Heartbreaking... though " A Case" makes the connection between personal and societal calamity more explicit than ever—can it be just an accident that it’s set in Twin Falls?—it may also be the purest example yet of Hunter’s approach to playwriting as an experiment in empathy.” – The New York Times.

What: Join Trustus Theatre for an evening of thought-provoking dialogue and spiritual insight as "A Case for the Existence of God" comes to Columbia. This compelling live event explores deep philosophical and theological questions through engaging storytelling and reasoned argument. Don’t miss this experience — there will be showings for the remainder of the month.

Friday

Book Launch Party with Ed Madden: "Arkansas Luggage"

What: Join Columbia's former poet laureate for a launch party at All Good Books. An introduction will be given by poet Ray McManus, followed by a short reading and snacks. In "Arkansas Luggage," a heady mixture of essay and poetry, Ed Madden travels between his native Arkansas and Ireland while examining the baggage of his own upbringing as a gay man.

Flatland Express at Bill's Music Shop & Pickin' Parlor

What: Plan for an evening of live bluegrass and acoustic music at Bill’s Music Shop & Pickin’ Parlor. The night kicks off with the Open Stage — featuring local talent — followed by a jam session that runs until midnight.

Saturday

2025 Spring Bluegrass Festival at Fiddler Branch Farm

What: Get ready for a day filled with toe-tapping music, delicious food and classic fun on Fiddler Branch Farm. Come out on Saturday for a family-friendly outdoor experience.

Steel Hands Woodstock

What: It was the Summer of '69 and the opportunity to escape into live music led to an outdoor festival that would forever change a generation. Join a celebration of live music, peace and love at the Steel Hands' Woodstock event.

Sunday

Spit It Out!

What: Come out for a night where poetry meets improv, as TNT presents "Spit It Out!" at Luxe Lounge. Watch team Dollar Dime take on Team Poetré in spoken word/hip-hop inspired improv games. Grab a drink, enjoy food provided by Kingsman Cooking and watch the creativity flow.

Palmetto Concert Band

What: Professional and semi-professional musicians from throughout South Carolina choose to play with the ensemble and will be performing repertoire composed or transcribed for the wind band. This performance, honoring members of the U.S. Armed Forces, is at Koger Center for the Arts. Free and open to the public.

Monday

Columbia Fireflies vs. Fayetteville Woodpeckers

What: The Columbia Fireflies are going up against the Fayetteville Woodpeckers on Monday. Grab your seats to watch some baseball on Monday evening.

Tuesday

Ribbon Cutting: Bennet at Bullstreet

What: Join the celebration at the Bennet at Bullstreet as they celebrate the opening of their new modern apartment community.