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Upcoming food events around Columbia.

Thursday, October 22

South Carolina Philharmonic: Sounds of Italy

Thu, Oct 22 · City Grit, 707 Gervais St., Columbia, SC

An Italian Journey, Right Here in Columbia The South Carolina Philharmonic and CITY GRIT invite you to la dolce vita.

Price: see link

Friday, October 23

Blythewood Rodeo

Fri, Oct 23–24 · Prisma Health Arena, 10433 Wilson Blvd, Blythewood, SC

The 7th Annual Blythewood Fall Championship Rodeo comes to Prisma Health Arena on October 23 & 24, 2026.

Price: see link

Blythewood Fall Championship Rodeo

Fri, Oct 23–24 · Prisma Health Arena, 10433 Wilson Blvd, Blythewood, SC

The 7th Annual Blythewood Fall Championship Rodeo comes to Prisma Health Arena on October 23 & 24, 2026.

Price: see link

Sunday, October 25

Three Rivers Bridge Dinner

Sun, Oct 25 · Gervais Street Bridge, 1010 Lincoln Street Columbia, SC 29201

Formerly known as the Gervais Street Bridge Dinner, the Prisma Health Three Rivers Bridge Dinner reflects a renewed and intentional commitment to the Broad, Saluda, and Congaree rivers—the waterways that shape the…

Price: see link

Tuesday, October 27

Twisted Creations: Halloween Dinner

Tue, Oct 27 · Savage Craft Ale Works, 430 Center St., West Columbia, SC

A Six-Course Halloween Dining Experience at Savage Craft Ale Works Join us on Tuesday, October 27th at 6:30 PM for an evening of wickedly good food, haunting flavors, and spooky cocktails at Savage Craft!

Price: see link

Thursday, October 29

Diwali Kickoff Party

Thu, Oct 29 · Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main Street Main at Hampton Street, Columbia, SC

Diwali, the Indian festival of lights, is an annual holiday that brings people together from across India and the world to celebrate goodness and knowledge with neighbors.

Free

Friday, November 6

West Columbia's 10th Annual Fall Back Fest

Fri, Nov 6 · 100-300 blocks of State Street, West Columbia, SC

The City of West Columbia invites everyone to enjoy the 10th Annual Fall Back Fest on Friday, November 6, 2026, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., along the 100–300 blocks of State Street.

Free

Thursday, November 19

Sunday, December 6

Ongoing exhibits & runs

Community Artisans & Farmers Market

Tue, Jun 9 – Tue, Oct 27 · Richland County Recreation Commission, 1320 Clemson Road, Columbia, SC

Fresh Fruits & Vegetables, Fresh Baked Breads, Dog Treats, Handmade baked goods, Lemonade & Dirty Drinks.

Price: see link

Community Artisan & Farmers Market

Tue, Aug 4 – Tue, Oct 27 · North Springs Park, SC

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Tuesdays April 21, 2026 - October 27, 2026 North Springs Park & Rec Center 1320 Clemson Rd, Columbia, SC 29229 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Thursdays Richland County Wellness Center 306 Flora Dr.

Price: see link

South Carolina State Fair

Thu, Oct 15–25 · South Carolina State Fairgrounds, 1200 Rosewood Drive, Columbia, SC

The South Carolina State Fair has always been more than 11 days of rides, food and entertainment.

Price: see link