Springtime is one of those times you will look forward to in Columbia. The warmer weather, brighter days, and opportunities for several activities and events are the perks of this season.
The Spring becomes more enjoyable for aging adults looking to engage in fun activities during their retirement. Irrespective of the number of days you plan to stay in Columbia, you will have a lot of fun during Spring. Whether you are in for fun alone or with your family, you can enjoy a range of activities. These are some of the ways to enjoy your spring in Columbia, SC:
Explore the City on a Blue Bike
You can move around Columbia using a Blue Bike. You can easily rent the bike online, register on the website, pick up the bike and enjoy your ride on two wheels. When you are done with the bike, you can drop it off at any station closer to you. It does not have to be where you picked it up.
Go Hiking
Your spring is not complete without including hiking as part of your activity. There are several trails (more than 15) closer to Columbia. These trails include the easier and the challenging ones; as an aging adult, you can choose the easier ones. Irrespective of what you decide, there is a trail that everyone can enjoy.
Soda City Market
Soda City will interest you if you enjoy visiting the farmer’s market. It is open on Saturdays (9 am to 1 pm) throughout the year. During this event, different blocks of Main Street are closed off to enable people to move freely on the road and the sidewalks.
In Soda City, you have a lot of options, as there are more than 150 vendors. These vendors have several products like fruits, veggies, clothing, homemade bread, and flowers. This event offers almost everything you want, as paintings, food, coffee trucks, and musicians are available.
Annual Chili Cook-Off
Pallidum Society hosts this event every year, and the aim is to promote historic Columbia. If you love chili, music, spices, and vibrant spirits, this is something you must never miss. The event takes place annually, so ensure you don’t miss it. If you stay in an independent living community, you can check their calendar of scheduled activities and outings to check if it’s included.
St. Pat’s in Five Points
This is another interesting event you don’t want to miss. It takes place in Five Points, one of the most popular spots in Columbia. This event happens during St Patrick’s day; other events are the kids’ zone, St. Pats Parade, and Get to the Green road races. You can also enjoy live music and dark beer.
Enjoy Some Ice Cream
Spring is a perfect time for some ice cream. You don’t want to miss this spot if you want to enjoy the spring with your family. There are different places to enjoy the ice cream; you can visit Rosewood Dairy Bar or The Baked Bear. Irrespective of your choice, you will never go wrong with ice cream in Columbia.
