April 2013 Columbia SC Events include a Carrie Underwood concert at the Colonial Life Arena, Carolina Gamecocks Baseball games, Cirque Du Soleil performances, festivals, and more!
Columbia South Carolina April 2013 events will entertain audiences of all ages! Enjoy festivals, concerts, puppet shows, races, baseball games and more in Columbia, SC. Visiting from out of town? The
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Columbia South Carolina Events - April 2013
Carolina Gamecocks Baseball Home Games
April & May 2013
The University of South Carolina Gamecocks Baseball team will challenge opponents at home in Columbia, South Carolina this April 2013. Join Cocky at Carolina Stadium to cheer on the Gamecocks and show your support! For a list of home games and nearby hotels, click
here. Don't forget to wear garnet and black to the games!
Beauty and the Beast at Columbia Marionette Theatre
April 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2013
An arrogant prince and a goodhearted Beauty cross paths and a classic story is born. The Columbia Marionette Theatre proudly presents Beauty and the Beast. Cursed to expose his inner darkness for all to see, a vain prince is transformed into a monstrous beast, with a spell that can only be unlocked by the love of a goodhearted maiden.
Purchase your tickets today for this unique puppet show in Columbia, SC.
Disney on Ice at the Colonial Life Arena
April 11 - 14, 2013
The Colonial Life Arena welcomes Disney On Ice: Dare to Dream to Columbia, South Carolina April 11 - 14, 2013. Get tangled up in the newest thrilling show to hit the ice. Experience Disney's hilarious hair-raising escapade, Tangled. Boogie to the beat of the bayou with Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen, watch as dreams become reality when Cinderella meets her Prince Charming, and more. All of your favorite princesses take to the ice in a spectacular finale at the ultimate Disney Princess event of a lifetime. Call 803-576-9200 for ticket information.
2013 Indie Grits Festival
April 12 - 21, 2013
The Indie Grits Festival is presented and created by Nickelodeon Theatre, the only non-profit, art house theater in South Carolina. The juried film festival began in 2007, designed to empower all levels of Southern filmmakers with an independent mentality and far-reaching artistic scope. Indie Grits has now grown to span 11 days of film coupled with several official festive partner events, presenting an array of cultural events that showcase progressive cultural life unmatched in the Southeast. Call 803-254-8234 for more information about this Columbia festival.
Columbia International Festival 2013
April 13 & 14, 2013
The Columbia International Festival showcases the music, culture, food and performing arts of the various cultures, nationalities, races and language groups represented in South Carolina. Taste the culinary richness of dozens of nations - whether it's Baklava, German Cake, or Curry. See the artifacts, curios, costumes and souvenirs of more than 60 countries at the National Exhibits. Call 803-799-3452 for more information.
Carrie Underwood Blown Away Tour in Columbia SC
April 17, 2013 at 7:30PM
Superstar Carrie Underwood will bring her critically acclaimed Blown Away Tour to the Colonial Life Arena on April 17, 2013. Carrie Underwood's performance and show production are being heralded by the media. Do not miss you chance to see Carrie LIVE in Columbia, SC. A donation of $1 from every ticket sold will support Red Cross disaster relief. Call 803-576-9200 for ticket information.
Columbia Quadsquad Roller Derby Home Bout
April 20, 2013
The Columbia Quadsquad Roller Derby Home Bout will take place on April 20, 2013 at the Jamil Temple. Flat track roller league with the best in showmanship. Catch the mini's and maybe the men's league. Each event will be a little bit different. Call Jamil Temple at 803-772-0732 for more information about this Columbia event.
Quarry Crusher Run
April 20, 2013
The Quarry Crusher Run is the only race of its kind in South Carolina and one of only a handful in the entire country. The approximately 3.72 mile route starts and finishes at the green space in front of Olympia and Granby Mills Apartments. Once in the quarry, the route winds down a 10% grade through granite cliffs to the quarry floor. The approximately 375-foot ascent from the quarry floor to the finish marks the grueling event as Columbia's most challenging foot race. Click
here for more information.
Cirque Du Soleil QUIDAM
April 24 - 28, 2013
Cirque Du Soleil Quidam is an entire show imagined by a bored young girl named Zoe who is alienated and ignored by her parents. She dreams up the whimsical world of Quidam as a means of escaping the monotony of her life. Join us at the Colonial Life Arena April 24 - 28, 2013 to see this spectacular and unique performance. Call 803-576-9200 for ticket information.
Ultimate Challenge Mud Run
April 27, 2013
The 20th Anniversary USMC Ultimate Challenge will be held April 27, 2013. Don't be fooled by the 'MudRun' in the name. This 5k was designed and built by a Marine DI, with 36 obstacles spread over 6.2 miles and Marines to motivate your team. If you conquer the course, your sense of accomplishment and pride will be with you forever. Call 803-451-1197 for more information.
Edwin McCain Benefit Concert
April 28, 2013 from 6PM - 9PM
South Carolina hit singer / songwriter Edwin McCain will perform an intimate concert for 400 guests at The Hall at Senate's End. The concert will benefit Family Connection of SC, a nonprofit organization that supports families who have children with special needs. The event will include heavy hors d'oeuvres, open bar and a silent auction. Call 803-252-0914 for tickets to this Columbia concert.
Danielle Snyder
Columbia SC Events
