Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Columbia SC Events May 2013

May 2013 Columbia South Carolina events feature the Rosewood Crawfish Festival, Kenny Chesney and Zac Brown Band live in concert, guided river trips, Mother's Day Brunch, and more! 


Columbia South Carolina May 2013 events will keep the local community and visitors from out of town entertained with live music, delicious food, outdoor adventures, puppet shows, and more! Visiting from out of town for these Columbia events? Check out these incredible hotel specials from our local partners.

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Columbia SC May 2013 Events:

 

Rhythm and Blooms at Riverbanks Botanical Garden
May 2, 2013 - John Wesley Satterfield
May 9, 2013 - Don Merckle and the Blacksmiths
May 16, 2013 - Mississippi Kites
May 23, 2013 - Reggie Sullivan Band
May 30, 2013 - Jackaroe
Enjoy music and flowers after hours at Riverbanks Botanical Garden! You will not experience a night like this anywhere else in Columbia. Guests will enjoy live entertainment and local artists in the Botanical Garden. Free for Riverbanks Members and $5 to the general public. Call 803-779-8717 for more information.

Five After Five Concert Series in Columbia SC
May 2, 2013 - The Rival Brothers & The Casual Kings
May 9, 2013 - Weaving the Fate
May 16, 2013 - Bryson Jennings
The Five After Five Concert Series invites music enthusiasts to visit Five Points at 6:30PM on Thursday nights for rockin' music and fun times. Concerts are free and open to all ages. Five After Five is fun for the entire family, so grab dinner in Five Points before the show! Call 803-748-7373 for more information.

Band of Horses at the Township Auditorium
May 3, 2013
Band of Horses will perform live at the Township Auditorium Friday, May 3, 2013. Their new album 'Mirage Rock' is available now. Do not miss this opportunity to see Band of Horses at their Columbia South Carolina tour stop. Click here for ticket information.

Beauty and the Beast at Columbia Marionette Theatre
May 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2013 
An arrogant prince and a goodhearted Beauty cross paths and a classic story is born. The Columbia Marionette Theatre is proud to present their latest production. 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. Click here for ticket information.

Rumble in Red Bank 3 Car, Truck & Bike Show
May 4, 2013 from 11AM - 2PM
Visit White Knoll High School on Saturday, May 4, 2013 for the Rumble in Red Bank Car, Truck & Bike Show. Free for spectators! There will be trophies, free food, a kid zone, and more! Call 803-767-7008 for more information.

Kenny Chesney Concert in Columbia SC
May 4, 2013
Kenny Chesney is bringing his No Shoes Nation Tour to Columbia, South Carolina on May 4, 2013. Join us at Williams Brice Stadium for this exciting Columbia concert. The No Shoes Nation tour features Kenny Chesney, Grammy Award winning Zac Brown Band, and special guests Eli Young Band and Kacey Musgraves. Get your tickets today!

Rhythm on the River Concert Series
May 4, 2013 - Donald Merckle & the Blacksmiths w/ Jackaroe
May 11, 2013 - Jahson & the Natty Vibez Band
May 18, 2013 - The Blue Iguanas
May 25, 2013 - Randall Bramblett and Danielle Howle
Visit the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater is part of the Three Rivers Greenway and is located at 121 Alexander Road in West Columbia. It is beside the Gervais Street Bridge and is on the banks of the Congaree River. Enjoy spectacular music this spring during the 2013 Rhythm on the River Concert Series. Call 803-794-6504 for more information.

Guided River Trip - Lower Saluda Spider Lilies
May 5 - June 10, 2013
Paddle through the largest colony of Rocky Shoals Spider Lilies at the Saluda / Broad River confluence. The Spider Lily river trip allows participants to see and experience the magnifcance of the endangered Rocky Shoals Spider Lilies that make their home in the middle of the local rivers. The rare flowers enter peak blooming period for only one month (May to early June). Join Get Your Gear On for a Family River Adventure May 5 - June 10 while the lilies are in bloom. Call 803-799-0999 for more information.

Miss Saigon at Town Theatre 
May 10 - 26, 2013
This award winning musical from the creators of Les Miserables showcases the tale of the tragic romance between a strong-willed Vietnamese girl and an American G.I. during the last days of the Vietnam War. The story is a modern retelling of Puccini's Madame Butterfly and features songs such as "I Still Believe," "Sun and Moon" and more. Call Town Theatre at 803-799-2510 for more information.

Columbia SC Crawdaddy Dash
May 11, 2013
Kick off the Rosewood Crawfish Festival with the Crawdaddy Dash! This 5K run and 1 Mile Walk starts at 9AM. Participants will be the FIRST in the gate to enjoy post race refreshments. Awards will begin at 10:30AM front and center when the music begins. Participants receive FREE entry to the Rosewood Crawfish Festival and an official t-shirt. Call 803-600-1800 for more information.

Rosewood Crawfish Festival in Columbia SC
May 11, 2013
The Greater Rosewood Merchants Association is gearing up to bring some infamous Creole cuisine to the Midlands! Lovers of all things Creole and Cajun are invited to take part in one of the city's favorite celebrations, featuring over 10,000 pounds of fresh Louisiana grown crawfish. If crawfish aren't your thing, lots of other tasty treats will be available for your dining pleasure. Enjoy live music, games and entertainment, delicious food, and more! Email rosewoodcrawfishinfo@gmail.com for more information.

2013 Lexington Wine Walk
May 11, 2013 from 6PM - 10PM
Exhibitors, Main Street Merchants, and Restaurants will serve wine and hors d'oeuvres. Ticket price includes a complimentary wine glass, hors d'oeuvres, wine tastings, and live music! Must be 21 or older. Email lexingtonwinewalk@gmail.com for more information.

Riverbanks Zoo & Garden Mother's Day Brunch
May 12, 2013 at 11:00AM and 1:00PM
Treat Mom like a queen with a special Mother's Day Brunch at Riverbanks Botanical Garden. Indulge in a bountiful buffet with everything from scrambled eggs, Applewood smoked bacon and fried potato hash to stone ground grits, gourmet waffles made-to-order salads and more!

EdVenture Museum Family Night
May 14, 2013
EdVenture hosts a special Family Night on the second Tuesday of each month. Join us at EdVenture Children's Museum on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 from 5PM - 8PM and receive $1.00 admission!

Danielle Snyder
Columbia SC Events

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