Columbia · Richland County, SC

Arts & Culture in Columbia

Scout analyzed 92 Columbia places and surfaced the ones that actually fit arts & culture.

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Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

2.2 hr

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Arts & Eats Date Night in Downtown Columbia

Begin your evening with a casual drink to set the mood, then immerse yourselves in art and culture at the Columbia Museum of Art. Conclude your date with an upscale Southern dinner at Motor Supply Company Bistro, known for its rotating menu and intimate ambiance.

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Midtown - Downtown

7 matching spots

Five Points

1 matching spots

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Arts & Culture

Icehouse Amphitheater

This amphitheater is suitable for an outdoor evening event like a concert or festival. Expect to spend a few hours and pay for tickets and concessions, pairing well with a meal before or after.

Live musicArtsOutdoors

$10–$50 typical2.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Midtown - Downtown

Columbia Museum of Art

The Columbia Museum of Art is suitable for a 2-3 hour indoor visit, costing about $10-15 per person for admission. It can be paired with a meal on Main Street or a walk around the downtown area.

ArtsHistoryViews

$10–$15 typical2 hr visitmoderate parking

Midtown - Downtown

The Senate

The Senate is an intimate live music venue perfect for an evening out, often following dinner. Expect to spend $50-100 per person on tickets and drinks for a 2-3 hour experience.

Live musicCocktailsSocial

$50–$100 typical2.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Midtown - Downtown

Koger Center for the Arts

The Koger Center is suitable for an evening of performing arts, often paired with dinner before or after. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and tickets typically range from $25 to $75 per person.

Live musicArtsRelaxed

$25–$75 typical2.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Midtown - Downtown

South Carolina State Museum

The South Carolina State Museum is a good 3-4 hour activity for families or solo visitors, best paired with a meal in the Vista. Expect to spend $10-20 per person on admission.

ArtsHistoryAnimals

$10–$20 typical2 hr visiteasy parking

Five Points

New Brookland Tavern

This is a good spot for an evening out to catch local or touring bands, or an open-mic comedy show. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $10-$35 per person on drinks and cover.

Live musicCocktailsArts

$10–$35 typical2.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Midtown - Downtown

Township Auditorium

This auditorium is suitable for catching a concert, comedy show, or other performances, often as an evening event. Expect to spend a few hours and pay for tickets, plus potential concessions. Parking may require a short walk.

Live musicArtsSocial

$30–$150 typical2.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Midtown - Downtown

EdVenture

EdVenture is a children's museum with many hands-on exhibits, ideal for a 3-hour family outing for kids aged 2-12. Expect to spend $12-$16 per person on admission.

ArtsAnimalsPlayful

$12–$16 typical2 hr visiteasy parking

Midtown - Downtown

South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum

This museum offers a 1.5-hour indoor visit to explore South Carolina's military history from the Revolutionary War to modern times. Expect to spend about $8-10 per person on admission. It's a good standalone educational activity or can be paired with other downtown Columbia attractions.

ArtsHistoryEducational

$8–$10 typical2 hr visiteasy parking