News Summary
This weekend, Columbia, South Carolina, will host a diverse range of events including music performances, art showcases, and community festivals. Highlights include BirdFest featuring Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, ArtFields concluding with various artistic displays, and the Rosewood Crawfish Festival offering food and entertainment. Additionally, local parks will host various activities, making it a vibrant weekend for both residents and visitors. This event-packed weekend promises a celebration of music, arts, and community spirit.
Columbia, S.C. Weekend Events Showcase Music, Arts, and Community Festivals
This weekend, Columbia, South Carolina, is set to come alive with a variety of music events, arts showcases, and community festivals catering to diverse tastes. From bluegrass to experimental films, locals and visitors will find an array of activities to enjoy.
BirdFest: The Ultimate Bluegrass Festival
One of the highlight events is BirdFest: The Ultimate Bluegrass Festival taking place in Pinewood. The festival will feature renowned headliners Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, as well as the Steep Canyon Rangers. Gates open at 10 a.m. on Friday and 8 a.m. on Saturday, with Skaggs scheduled to perform on the main stage around 6:30 p.m. on Saturday. The Steep Canyon Rangers will follow, playing both Friday and Saturday nights at 8:30 p.m.
Ricky Skaggs, who has over 60 years of experience in country music, is a celebrated 15-time Grammy Award winner. He began his career at a young age, performing with bluegrass legends Flatt & Scruggs at only seven years old. A member of the Grand Ole Opry since 1982, Skaggs is poised to deliver a memorable performance at this weekend’s festival.
ArtFields and Local Attractions
As BirdFest captures the music spotlight, ArtFields, an inclusive, town-wide art show and competition, will conclude on Saturday in Lake City, showcasing various artistic talents. Additionally, local parks in Columbia will host events including a circus, a rodeo, and several BBQ competitions, providing entertainment for families and individuals alike.
Food and Music Festivals
This weekend also features the Rosewood Crawfish Festival at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds, running from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Attendees can indulge in delicious crawfish, enjoy live music, and participate in various games. The Icehouse Live Concert Series will kick off Thursday evening with a free concert featuring Tokyo Joe from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Meanwhile, Jazz Party Thursdays will be hosted at The Aristocrat from 7 to 10 p.m., spotlighting the Amos Hoffman Trio, while the Midlands Clay Arts Society will hold its Spring Show & Sale at Stormwater Studios, offering handmade ceramics from Thursday through Saturday.
Film and Theater Events
For those interested in the arts, a screening of experimental films by University of South Carolina students will take place at the Columbia Museum of Art on Saturday evening from 7 to 8 p.m. Additionally, the beloved musical Les Misérables will feature various performances as part of the Broadway in Columbia series at the Koger Center for the Arts.
Community Engagement and Sports
The weekend’s community events include a book sale organized by the Friends of the Irmo Branch Library and a rodeo, enhancing the local cultural landscape. Sports enthusiasts can catch the Columbia Fireflies as they go up against the Hickory Crawdads at Segra Park, which will showcase multiple themed promotions throughout the weekend.
With an extensive lineup of activities, this weekend in Columbia, S.C. promises to be vibrant and fulfilling for a wide range of interests, uniting music lovers, art enthusiasts, and families in community celebration.
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Additional Resources
- WLTX: Music and Events in Columbia
- Cola Today: Upcoming Events
- The State: Local Events Coverage
- ABC Columbia: Spring Festivals
- Post and Courier: Field & Stream Music Fest
- Wikipedia: Columbia, South Carolina
- Google Search: Columbia South Carolina Events
- Google Scholar: Music Festivals South Carolina
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Columbia, South Carolina
- Google News: Columbia South Carolina Events
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