Things to do this weekend in South Carolina - 03-06-2023

Looking for an adventurous and fun-filled weekend getaway in South Carolina? South Caroline offers a wide range of activities that cater to all interests. Whether you're planning a family weekend or a romantic escape, you'll find plenty of options to create lasting memories. Here are some exciting activities you can enjoy this weekend in South Carolina.

Midlands Clay Arts Society Spring Sale

Local ceramic artists will showcase their sculptural, functional, and whimsical wheel thrown and hand built ceramic art at the Midlands Clay Arts Society Spring Sale. The sale is located at Stormwater Studios on Friday, June 2 (11AM-7PM) & Saturday, June 3 (10AM-6PM), and is free and open to the public.

For more information visit –https://www.facebook.com/events/931589391622079/931589401622078/?active_tab=about

Outfest Columbia 2023

Outfest Columbia focuses on the LGBT community of Columbia, SC, showcasing our local talent, vendors, and businesses— all celebrated during national Pride month!

We’re kicking off the first week of Pride Month with Outfest Columbia 2023!

Outfest is Columbia’s Pride Month Festival held on the 1200 Block of Park Street in Columbia, South Carolina.

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Come party with us in The Vista! Enjoy the Outfest Pageant! Meet vendors and other LGBTQIA+ people from around the city!

For more information visit - https://scpride.org/outfest/

Meeting Street Artisan Market

Experience the vibrant Meeting Street Artisan Market in South Carolina, a haven for local artisans and their unique creations. Discover handcrafted jewellery, ceramics, paintings, and more. Engage with passionate artists and find one-of-a-kind treasures. Immerse yourself in the artistic atmosphere and support the thriving creative community. Don't miss this remarkable gathering of talent in the heart of South Carolina.

For more information visit - https://www.facebook.com/MeetingStreetArtisanMarket/

Much Ado About Nothing

The South Carolina Shakespeare Company presents William Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing" for 6 nights.

Don't be fooled by the title! A LOT happens in this play: many wonderful, happy, tragic, and funny "somethings" happen on the grounds of Leonato's villa where Don Pedro and his comrades have returned from war.

Director Lina Khoury has chosen a talented cast for this production. Join the South Carolina Shakespeare Company for exuberant excitement and hilarious action in Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing.

For more information visit - http://icehouseamphitheater.com/events/?event_id=1342

Make Some Noise: The Science of Sound

Make Some Noise: The Science of Sound / Haz un poco de ruido: La ciencia del sonido is a bilingual exhibition, presented in English and Spanish, at the South Carolina State Museum. Guests are invited to explore the way sound travels, discover how humans and animals hear sound, examine the psychology behind how sound can affect our emotions and evoke nostalgia, learn about the process of making instruments and more.

The museum is excited to showcase a collaborative project with the University of South Carolina, featuring student-created animations set to original musical compositions that demonstrate the powerful effect sounds can have on our emotions. Guests can also experiment with sound through a variety of interactives, which will encourage visitors to Make Some Noise of their own.

Exhibition highlights include: Chladni plate interactive, Edison Amberola Phonograph, c. 1908, Natural History specimens, Music and animation created by University of South Carolina students, Spectrogram interactive and more.

This exhibition is free with museum general admission or membership.

For more information visit - https://scmuseum.org/explore/exhibitions/make-some-noise-science-sound