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The Congaree Vista Guild represents member restaurants, clubs, stores, theaters, galleries, services, and residents of the Vista, Columbia's eclectic arts and entertainment district.

09/10/2026

Family Weekend is almost here, and if your family is coming to town, The Vista makes a pretty good home base. 🐔

From places to stay and spots to grab dinner to coffee runs, museums, a little shopping and somewhere to unwind after a full day of Gamecock plans — there’s plenty to do just beyond campus.

Save this one for Sept. 17–20 and send it to the family group chat. ❤️

09/09/2026

Gamecock football is back, so naturally we’re thinking about what to wear. 🐔❤️🖤

Addams Gamecock Gear in The Vista has the Carolina gear covered; from classic game day staples to pieces you’ll want to wear all season long.

Whether you’re headed to Willy-B, watching from your favorite spot in The Vista, or just looking for an excuse to wear garnet on a Saturday, consider this your sign to refresh the game day rotation 😉

09/04/2026

Free live music is back on the Plaza Stage. 🎶

Levitt AMP Columbia kicks off its fall season Sept. 10, bringing three Thursday nights of free music to the Koger Center in September.

🎸 Sept. 10 — Admiral Radio
🎤 Sept. 17 — Black Nerd Mafia
🎶 Sept. 24 — Molly Martin

All shows are free and run from 5–7 PM. Bring a chair, grab some friends and make a Thursday night of it.

📍 Koger Center Plaza Stage

09/03/2026

Game day is back. 🐔🏈

If you’re not heading to Willy-B, there are plenty of spots around The Vista to catch the Gamecocks this season. Grab some food, meet up with your crew, and find your spot before kickoff!

09/01/2026

September is looking pretty good around here. 👀

New month, new reasons to make your way to The Vista — from nights out and live music to local favorites and a few things worth putting on your calendar now.

Here’s what’s coming up around the district this month. Save it for later. 📍

08/31/2026

Heads up, Vista visitors! 🏃‍♀️ The Tunnel to Towers 5K is happening Friday, September 4, and there will be a few road closures around the district that evening.

Here’s what to know:

📍 5 PM: The 1000 & 1100 blocks of Lincoln Street and the 900 block of Senate Street will close for race festivities.

📍 6:45 PM: Gervais Street eastbound between Assembly Street and the Gervais Street Bridge will close. Westbound lanes will remain open during the race.

📍 6:45 PM: Westbound Blossom Street between Blossom Street Bridge and Assembly Street will close. Eastbound lanes will remain open.

Gervais Street is expected to reopen by 7:45 PM, and Blossom Street by 9 PM at the latest.

If you’re heading to The Vista that evening, plan ahead and give yourself a little extra time getting around the district.

08/28/2026

Capital City Kickoff in The Vista starts tomorrow, and we have plenty going on from 1–5 PM. 🎉

Here’s what you’ll find around the district:

🎧 Live DJ, 15% off food with a college ID + giveaways at AURA KITCHEN & BAR

🏛️ FREE general admission at scstatemuseum

🍿 FREE popcorn + treats, door prizes, local shopping discounts + Columbia tips at Experience Columbia SC

🐔 Special discount, refreshments + a Columbia College pop-up at Addams Gamecock Gear

🎨 Student raffle + sale at The Raccoon's Den SC

🔐 20% off Escapology with code USCVISTA20 + a chance to win a free game at Escapology Columbia (Vista)

🎨 Tiny art, games + activities at Small Mart Richland Library

🎧 DJ, $1 off tacos + more at Downtown Beach Bar & Grill

🍔 Free mini shakes, food + drink specials, co****le, jumbo Jenga + a 4:30 PM swag giveaway at Grill Marks

Plenty of reasons to make a few stops around The Vista tomorrow.

📍 The Vista
📅 Saturday, August 29
⏰ 1–5 PM

08/27/2026

The Little Free Art Exchange Box is officially here in The Vista! 🎨

As part of the nationwide Map of Flags project, this new art exchange gives our community a place to share and discover small pieces of art.

Bring a piece to leave behind, take one home that catches your eye, or stop by to see what’s been added by fellow creatives in Columbia.

📍 1300 Lincoln St.

Come check it out in The Vista!

08/26/2026

If you’re heading to Capital City Kickoff next Saturday, save this one. 👀

We’ve rounded up what some of our Vista businesses have planned, from student specials and giveaways to free admission, live music, food and more.

See you around the district on August 29. 🎉

Gamecock Entertainment

UofSC Office of Community Engagement
Allen Univ. Student Activities
Columbia College Students
Benedict College Office of Student Activities
MTC Student Life

08/25/2026

The votes are in, and The Vista has a lot to celebrate. 🏆

From restaurants and bars to arts, entertainment, shopping, and more, plenty of Vista favorites were recognized in the 2026 Best of Columbia awards.

Congrats to all of this year’s winners! We’re proud to have so many of Columbia’s favorites right here in The Vista. 👏

Art Bar
Koger Center for the Arts
Trustus Theatre
Sculpted by WH Aesthetics | Columbia, SC Med Spa
Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe
Motor Supply Co. Bistro
Blue Marlin
finlayparkcola
Addams Gamecock Gear
Village Idiot Pizza
The Hollow

Address

701 Gervais Street, 150/118
Columbia, SC
29201

Telephone

+18032695946

Website

http://www.vistacolumbia.com/

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