Things to do in Columbia South Carolina May 1 - May 7, 2009
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Through Sunday, May 3. Disney on Ice. Rev up for non-stop fun with four of your favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's CARS race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and experience the 'Circle of Life' with The Lion King. Then enter into the magical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and all her fairy friends as they make their world premiere on ice! From wheels to waves, Pride Lands to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories. Visit the Colonial Life Arena for more information.
Friday, May 1. McDaniels Golf Classic. In 2008, the McDaniels Golf Classic received contributions of more than $169,000. Over the last 18 years, this tournament has raised more than $2 million for cancer treatment and research. Last year, there were 60 sponsors and more than 75 volunteers who supported this event. There was also a Survivor Team sponsor who hosted a round of golf for four cancer survivors who were treated at Palmetto Health. The event includes a VIP reception and a silent and live auction the evening before as well as lunch and dinner at Fort Jackson Golf Club on the day of the tournament. Ft. Jackson Golf Club Columbia, SC. Visit Palmetto Health Foundation for more information.
Friday, May 1. Friday Night Out! Bring the kids this week to Plex Indoor Sports-Sandhills for Friday Night Out while you grab a nice dinner sans kids. The theme is Mother's Day and they'll be creating gifts in appreciation for our moms! Sign up before Friday to receive $5 off! On Thursday, May 7 head to Plex-Irmo Ice's Grand Opening! Come help celebrate the Grand Opening of the NEW Turf Field addition! We're grilling hot dogs for everyone plus there will be FREE ice skating from 3-8 pm and inflatables! Visit Plex Indoor Sports for more information.
Friday, May 1. First Friday. Joe Wilkes, local wrought iron artisan, will be honored at the Fairfield County Arts Council Friend of the Arts 2009, with a presentation at Red Tree Gallery at 7 pm., musical entertainment by local students at Gazebo Park, special artist displays at Red Tree Gallery (143 S Congress St) plus local shops & restaurants will be open late. This free event is sponsored by the Town of Winnsboro, Fairfield County Arts Council and Fairfield County Chamber of Commerce. Call 803 635-3333 x 106 or visit one of the sponsors for more information.
Friday, May 1 - Sunday, May 3. Days of Thunder: 3rd Anniversary! Thunder Tower's Anniversary event is packed full of music and entertainment for all! There will be a Thunder Tower Motorclothes TENT SALE with H-D merchandise up to 70% off! Come see the new items that are going quickly & get a bargain on the tent sale items too! Also, there will be a TTH-D SpokesModel Search, Prizes and so much more! You won't want to miss it! Visit Thunder Tower Harley-Davidson for more information.
Saturday, May 2. Rosewood Crawfish Festival. From 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., lovers of all things Creole and Cajun are invited to adorn Rosewood Drive and take part in one of the city's favorite celebrations, featuring 5,000 pounds of fresh Louisiana grown crawfish. If crawfish aren't your thing, a large assortment of other options will be available for your dining pleasure along with live music on two stages and fun for the whole family, featuring a street vaulting competition and the Community Event Expo area. Music From N'awlins native Better Than Ezra to Columbia's own Tootie and the Jones, The Reason Your Listening, and Pixie's tribute band So Hush Hush, this year's festival line-up is sure to please a wide array of musical palates. Admission Tickets to the Rosewood Crawfish Festival are $10 at the gate. Children 12 and under are free. Fast pass the lines with advance tickets available at www.etix.com, Art Shack, Dano's Pizza, California Chicken Grill, Rosewood Market, Graphitti Tees, Lane Law Firm, Utopia, Manifest and 5th Avenue Deli.
Saturday, May 2 - Sunday, May 3. The Battle for Columbia. The Battle for Columbia is an educational living-history event for the entire family. Come and experience a part of our great American history. Go back in time with Union and Confederate soldiers. Feel and see the boom of mighty field artillery, the rattle of musketry, and the thunder of horses hooves. Visit the encampments of both armies. There'll be picnic foods, souvenirs and lots of fun for everyone! In Sandy Run at No. 125 on I-26, Only 10 minutes from the airport. Just follow the big signs! Visit Wade Hampton Camp for more information.
Thursday, May 7. Urban Tour. Urban Tour is a free event for the whole family, showcasing all that Columbia's downtown has to offer. The self-guided walking tour includes special offers and giveaways from retailers, live entertainment, a glimpse into downtown living and the stories behind some of our historic buildings as well as plenty of FREE food and drinks including beer with valid ID. Businesses along the tour will keep their doors open late for the event. Free shuttle and horse carriage rides are available from 5 to 9 p.m. to assist pedestrians. The event will take place rain or shine with the entertainment adaptable to street performances or inside designated buildings throughout the tour. Come see why downtown is the new place for shopping, living and entertainment after 5! 5-8:30 pm. For more information, please visit the City Center Partnership.
Thursday, May 7. Rhythm and Blooms. Music and flowers after hours-you won't experience a night like this anywhere else in Columbia! Guests can enjoy live entertainment, local artists and wine sampling in the Botanical Garden every Thursday night in May. Cash bar and tapas will be available for purchase at the event. Picnic dinners will be available for those who pre-order at www.riverbanks.org. 6pm to 9pm. Rain or shine. $5 members, $7 general public. For more information, visit Riverbanks Zoo & Garden or call 803.779.8717.
Through Saturday, May 23. Elephant's Graveyard. The circus comes to Trustus as George Brant's new and exciting play, ELEPHANT'S GRAVEYARD brings the Big Top to the mainstage. When a struggling circus comes to a small town in Tennessee, things are shaping up to be a normal stop for the show. The train arrives, the animals and performers settle in, and the tent is constructed. Finally the ever popular parade ensues, but Mary, the circus' prize elephant, panics and causes a catastrophe. Events careen towards a climax you won't believe as the townspeople seek revenge on Mary. Set in September of 1916, the play combines historical fact and legend, exposing the deep-seated American craving for spectacle, violence and revenge. Visit Trustus Theatre for show times and more information.
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