The South Carolina State Museum will host Artist Homecoming 2025: Vault to Vision, a two-day celebration September 25–26 marking the reopening of the Lipscomb Art Gallery after more than two years of renovations and updates. “Artist Homecoming 2025: Vault to Vision is more than an event—it’s a reunion for SouthContinue Reading
COLUMBIA — Beginning September 14, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will welcome guests to experience Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® Made with LEGO® Bricks, an award-winning, record-breaking exhibition that has captivated audiences in nearly 100 cities worldwide. The larger-than-life sculptures, built from millions of LEGO® pieces, showcase themes of conservation, endangered species,Continue Reading
COLUMBIA – Riverbanks Zoo and Garden officially opened the Saluda Skyride on August 29, marking a major milestone in its Bridge to the Wild vision for the future. The new aerial transport system connects the Zoo and Botanical Garden campuses across the Saluda River, offering visitors a bird’s-eye view ofContinue Reading
Upcoming line-up offers Broadway, jazz, country, comedy, tributes, and even a stunt-pup show. Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College has announced a packed 2025–2026 season that blends Grammy-winning legends, viral sensations, family shows, and timeless theater favorites. “Live performance thrives on the energy of community,” said executive director Kristin Cobb. “And this year’sContinue Reading
COLUMBIA – The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department has announced that the north end of Riverfront Park (4122 River Drive) will reopen on August 23, following improvements to the concrete path along the lower trail. The upgrades are designed to enhance accessibility, safety, and the overall visitor experience.Continue Reading
COLUMBIA – Fans of film and music alike are in for a treat later this month when the South Carolina Philharmonic presents The Music of Studio Ghibli on Saturday, August 23 at 7:30 p.m. in the Koger Center for the Arts. Founded in 1985 by visionary director Hayao Miyazaki andContinue Reading
NEWBERRY, S.C. – The curtain is rising on a brand-new season at the Newberry Opera House, and this year’s lineup promises something for everyone. Now in its 26th season, the historic venue continues to bring world-class entertainment to the Midlands, welcoming chart-topping artists, rising stars, and globally inspired performers toContinue Reading
COLUMBIA – On July 24, regional leaders from the Midlands Business Leadership Group (MBLG) and the River Alliance gathered at the Saluda Riverwalk to unveil 3RVRS, a new brand identity aimed at uniting and elevating the riverfront communities of Lexington and Richland counties, including the cities of Cayce, Columbia, andContinue Reading
The South Carolina State Museum is once again showing its appreciation for those who serve. As part of the Blue Star Museums initiative, active-duty military personnel and their families can enjoy free general admission now through Labor Day, September 1. “We are honored to show our appreciation for those servingContinue Reading
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is keeping the fun rolling into late summer with a fresh lineup of events, new animal residents, and even a chance to make a difference in conservation—all while enjoying one of the Midlands’ favorite destinations. New Faces You’ll Want to Meet Suci the Sumatran TigerSuci (pronouncedContinue Reading
State leaders paddle along river named for one of the four S.C. signers of the Declaration of Independence S.C. Senator Mike Reichenbach and S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) Boardmember Jerry Lee joined Dr. Tom Mullikin, director of SCDNR; on the historic Lynches River in Florence County, S.C., Saturday, JulyContinue Reading