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Diwali Kick-Off Party celebrates new year at the Columbia Museum of Art

by Riley Mekanik | Nov 6, 2025

Diwali revelers celebrate the new year in high-fashion with food, vendors and dancing.

by Cassie Cornwell | Nov 15, 2024

Going to the zoo’s Christmastime animal-themed light show? Now you can rent an igloo for your family.

by Jack Wolfe | Dec 1, 2023

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden adds 60 larger-than-life lanterns to update a well-loved holiday tradition.

by Chris Newman | Nov 30, 2023

The Columbia Fireflies showcase 1.2 million flashing lights for the team’s annual holiday light show.

by Kate Robins | Nov 30, 2023

Fallen service members were remembered Tuesday with the lighting of the Hero by Hero tree.

by Sophia Laico | Nov 29, 2023

A holiday handbook for attractions, activities, speciality food and drink and festivals happening in Columbia.

by Michael Sauls | Nov 16, 2022

Segra Park will show off more 1 million Christmas lights this holiday season. Here’s what you need to know.

by Michaela Catoe | Nov 19, 2021

Hundreds gathered in the City of Columbia on the streets of The Vista to celebrate the 36th annual Vista Lights.

by Hallie Hayes | Nov 18, 2020

Annual Columbia, South Carolina, holiday events find ways to operate while navigating COVID-19 guidelines.

by Tyler Walters | Nov 22, 2019

Downtown Columbia’s Congaree Vista District held its 34th annual Vista Lights event Thursday night.