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Inaugural Songbird Festival at Finlay Park Set for May 30th & May 31st

A new music festival is taking flight in the heart of downtown Columbia. The inaugural Songbird Festival 26 will debut Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, at Finlay Park, bringing a two-day lineup of nationally touring artists, regional favorites, and local acts across two stages.

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Celebrate National Bike Month with the City of Columbia

Join us in various activities and education efforts to celebrate National Bike Month in Columbia! There are plenty of opportunities to explore Columbia on two wheels.

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Celebrate Historic Preservation Month with the City of Columbia

Each May, the City of Columbia's preservation planners help facilitate and promote a number of activities and events that focus on the history and architecture of Columbia. Join in the fun and learn about Columbia's rich history!

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Public Engagement Survey for Congaree Riverfront District

What would YOU like to see in the Congaree Riverfront District? Your input is vital to ensuring this project serves the City of Columbia for generations to come.

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City of Columbia Launches Public Survey for Sharing the Road Safety Action Plan

The Sharing the Road project team has developed draft program, policy, and project recommendations aimed at making our roadways safer. We hope you’ll take a look and provide your thoughts via our online survey at this critical phase in the planning process

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The partnership between the City of Columbia, Columbia Police Department, and HRTHUDL is a coalition dedicated to protecting our Columbia community.

It costs $2,000 to equip one CPD frontline vehicle with a life-saving AED. Join us in the effort to equip 300 vehicles!

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Inaugural Songbird Festival at Finlay Park Set for May 30th & May 31st

A new music festival is taking flight in the heart of downtown Columbia. The inaugural Songbird Festival 26 will debut Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, at Finlay Park, bringing a two-day lineup of nationally touring artists, regional favorites, and local acts across two stages.

Learn More
 
 

Celebrate National Bike Month with the City of Columbia

Join us in various activities and education efforts to celebrate National Bike Month in Columbia! There are plenty of opportunities to explore Columbia on two wheels.

View the Calendar of Events
Learn More
 
 

Celebrate Historic Preservation Month with the City of Columbia

Each May, the City of Columbia's preservation planners help facilitate and promote a number of activities and events that focus on the history and architecture of Columbia. Join in the fun and learn about Columbia's rich history!

View the Calendar of Events
Learn More
 
 

Public Engagement Survey for Congaree Riverfront District

What would YOU like to see in the Congaree Riverfront District? Your input is vital to ensuring this project serves the City of Columbia for generations to come.

Learn More
Take the Survey
 
 

City of Columbia Launches Public Survey for Sharing the Road Safety Action Plan

The Sharing the Road project team has developed draft program, policy, and project recommendations aimed at making our roadways safer. We hope you’ll take a look and provide your thoughts via our online survey at this critical phase in the planning process

Learn More
Take the Survey
 
 

The partnership between the City of Columbia, Columbia Police Department, and HRTHUDL is a coalition dedicated to protecting our Columbia community.

It costs $2,000 to equip one CPD frontline vehicle with a life-saving AED. Join us in the effort to equip 300 vehicles!

Learn More
Donate Here
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    The Historic Preservation Design Review meeting is live streaming now!View Now

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Welcome to the official website of the City of Columbia! I hope that it is helpful to you, as we offer many services and attractions here in our beautiful capital city!

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Tina N. Herbert

Mayor Pro Tem, District I

Term: 01/05/2026 - 12/31/2029
Phone: 803-814-7207

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Peter M. Brown

District IV

Term: 01/05/2026 - 12/31/2029
Phone: 803-360-3971

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Will Brennan

District III

Term: 01/03/2024 - 12/31/2027
Phone: 803-876-4919

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Sam P. Johnson

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Term: 01/05/2026 - 12/31/2029
Phone: 803-719-6158

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Edward H. McDowell, Jr.

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Term: 01/02/2024 - 12/31/2027
Phone: 803-545-3061

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Tyler D. Bailey

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Term: 01/03/2024 - 12/31/2027
Phone: 803-908-6830

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Meet Teresa Wilson, an energetic City Manager at the forefront of transforming Columbia into the best-kept secret turned ultimate place to live, work, and play.

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ImageCity HeadlinesPress Releases2026 City of Columbia Touch-A-Truck Event is Back for the Fourth Year at Soda City
May 4, 2026

2026 City of Columbia Touch-A-Truck Event is Back for the Fourth Year at Soda City

WHO: City of Columbia Public Works Department, Columbia Police Department, Columbia-Richland Fire Department, City of Columbia Parks & Recreation, Columbia Water, City of Columbia Fleet Services, City of Columbia Parking…
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ImageCity HeadlinesPress ReleasesCity of Columbia to Begin Structural Repairs at Sumter Street Parking Deck on Monday, June 1, 2026
May 4, 2026

City of Columbia to Begin Structural Repairs at Sumter Street Parking Deck on Monday, June 1, 2026

Phase 1 of Capital Improvement Plan to Enhance City-Owned Parking Decks (Columbia, SC) - The City of Columbia will begin structural repairs at the Sumter Street Parking Deck, located at…
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ImageCity HeadlinesCity of Columbia Launches Public Engagement Phase for Congaree Riverfront District Project
March 18, 2026

City of Columbia Launches Public Engagement Phase for Congaree Riverfront District Project

The City of Columbia is inviting residents to shape the future of its riverfront as the Congaree Riverfront District Project enters its first phase of community engagement. Following City Council’s…
Madison Rivers
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ImageCity HeadlinesCity of Columbia, Columbia Police Department, HRTHUDL and Prisma Health Unite to Strengthen Cardiac Emergency Response Across Columbia
March 18, 2026

City of Columbia, Columbia Police Department, HRTHUDL and Prisma Health Unite to Strengthen Cardiac Emergency Response Across Columbia

The City of Columbia and the Columbia Police Department, in partnership with HRTHUDL and Prisma Health, announced a new life saving initiative during the City of Columbia Go Red Columbia…
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Press Releases

Press ReleasesNo Name Deli Ribbon Cutting
May 21, 2026

No Name Deli Ribbon Cutting

 Beloved Columbia deli officially celebrates its relocated downtown home while continuing the same fast, familiar service customers know and love — same menu, same staff, new address. WHO: Mayor Daniel…
Megan Thomas
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Press ReleasesCity Council Highlights | May 19, 2026
May 20, 2026

City Council Highlights | May 19, 2026

(Columbia, SC) – The City of Columbia held its third City Council Budget Workshop of the year on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, which is essential to the planning, developing and…
Megan Thomas
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Press ReleasesCity of Columbia Launches Public Survey for Sharing the Road Safety Action Plan
May 20, 2026

City of Columbia Launches Public Survey for Sharing the Road Safety Action Plan

The Sharing the Road project team has developed draft program, policy, and project recommendations aimed at making our roadways safer. We hope you’ll take a look and provide your thoughts…
Megan Thomas
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Press ReleasesNo Name Deli Ribbon Cutting
May 20, 2026

No Name Deli Ribbon Cutting

Beloved Columbia deli officially celebrates its relocated downtown home while continuing the same fast, familiar service customers know and love — same menu, same staff, new address. WHO: Mayor Daniel…
Megan Thomas
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