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March 2026 Events in Columbia, SC

The Complete Local Guide to Festivals, Concerts & Things to Do


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Looking for things to do in Columbia, SC in March 2026?

Spring kicks off in the Midlands with major festivals, concerts, art shows, cultural celebrations, and weekly markets. Whether you live in Columbia, Lexington, Irmo, Blythewood, or Chapin this guide covers the biggest public events happening throughout March.

Quick Navigation

  • March 1 – Joyfest at Colonial Life Arena

  • March 6–8 – Spring Classic Art & Craft Festival

  • March 6 – GET THE LED OUT Concert

  • March 14 – St. Pat’s in Five Points

  • March 21–22 – Columbia Spring Gun & Knife Show

  • March 22 – Historic Columbia Walking Tour

  • March 27–28 – Tartan Day South

  • March 28 – Anne Wilson Concert

  • Every Saturday – Soda City Market


Sunday, March 1, 2026

The Sound of Freedom Joyfest

📍 Colonial Life Arena🕓 Doors 4:00 PM | Show 5:00 PMA large-scale gospel and inspirational music festival featuring nationally touring artists.


March 6–8, 2026

Craftsmen’s Spring Classic Art & Craft Festival

📍 South Carolina State Fairgrounds

Hundreds of professional artists and craftsmen display handmade decor, fine art, home goods, specialty foods, and unique gifts. One of Columbia’s largest indoor craft events.


Friday, March 6, 2026

GET THE LED OUT – Led Zeppelin Celebration

📍 The Township Auditorium

A nationally touring tribute performance recreating classic Led Zeppelin live music.

🔗 Concert schedule:https://thetownship.org/events/


Saturday, March 14, 2026

St. Pat’s in Five Points

📍 Five Points District, Columbia🕓 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM

One of the largest St. Patrick’s Day festivals in the Southeast featuring:

  • 5K & 10K runs

  • Multiple live music stages

  • Food & beverage vendors

  • Family-friendly activities

🔗 Official site:https://stpatscolumbia.com/


March 21–22, 2026

Columbia Spring Gun & Knife Show

📍 SC State Fairgrounds

Vendor-based exhibition event featuring collectors and specialty exhibitors.

🔗 Fairgrounds event calendar:https://www.scstatefair.org/events/


Sunday, March 22, 2026

Historic Columbia Main Street Walking Tour

📍 Downtown Columbia🕓 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Guided educational walking tour highlighting Columbia’s historic architecture and city history.


March 27–28, 2026

Tartan Day South & Celtic Festival

📍 Historic Columbia Speedway (Cayce/Lexington area)

A two-day Celtic cultural festival with:

  • Live music

  • Scottish heritage events

  • Food vendors

  • Family activities


Saturday, March 28, 2026

Anne Wilson – The Stars Tour

📍 The Township Auditorium

Contemporary Christian music tour stop in Columbia.


Weekly March Event

Soda City Market (Every Saturday)

📍 Main Street, Columbia🕘 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Columbia’s premier weekly open-air market featuring:

  • Local food vendors

  • Artisan makers

  • Live music

  • Small businesses

🔗 Official site:https://sodacitysc.com/


Why March Is One of the Best Months in Columbia, SC

March marks the beginning of:

  • Outdoor festival season

  • Spring weather activities

  • Cultural celebrations

  • Downtown foot traffic growth

  • Tourism increases in the Midlands

If you're searching for:

  • “Columbia SC March festivals”

  • “Columbia SC weekend events”

  • “St Patrick’s Day Columbia SC”

  • “Concerts in Columbia SC March”

  • “Things to do near Lake Murray in March”

This guide covers the major public events currently scheduled.

Related Searches People Also Ask

What festivals happen in Columbia SC in March? St. Pat’s in Five Points, Tartan Day South, Spring Classic Craft Festival.

Are there concerts in Columbia SC in March 2026? Yes Joyfest, GET THE LED OUT, Anne Wilson and other Township Auditorium performances.

What is there to do downtown Columbia in March? Soda City Market weekly, Historic Columbia Walking Tours, Five Points St. Patrick’s Festival.


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So you can enjoy everything happening in the Midlands without coming home to a mess.



 
 
 

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