Have an entertaining summer weekend in West Columbia

Terry Ward
Posted 7/9/21

There is a lot to do in West Columbia when the summer weekend begins.

First thing Saturday morning, the City of West Columbia invites everyone to visit the Meeting Street Artisan Market. It’s …

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Have an entertaining summer weekend in West Columbia

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There is a lot to do in West Columbia when the summer weekend begins.

First thing Saturday morning, the City of West Columbia invites everyone to visit the Meeting Street Artisan Market. It’s from 9:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. in the Interactive Art Park, 425 Meeting Street, West Columbia.

The Artisan Market offers a chance to get outside on a beautiful summer morning and enjoy a slice of the community.
Get a bite to eat, shop with local vendors selling handmade goods, art, collectibles and produce.

Click here for a link to information about Meeting Street Artisan Market.  

After you visit the market, the picturesque storefronts of Meeting and State Streets invites visitors to take a stroll to check out the locally-owned shops, the brewery at Savage Craft Ale Works, the WECO Biergarten, and many other restaurants.

The Hideout is open during the day on Saturday, so is Cafe Strudel. Both restaurants are on State Street. And if you want to get a haircut,check out Gentleman’s Quarters, open on the ground floor of the Brookland development in the 100 block of State Street.

A favorite Saturday pastime is the act of “antiquing.” West Columbia the premier location for a concentration of antique stores in one place.

Here is a list of some: The Warehouse SC – 312 State St., Old Mill Antique Mall, 310 State St., Three Rivers Antiques, 615 Meeting St.; 763 Meeting Street Antiques, 763 Meeting St., Meeting Street Interiors, 614 Meeting St.; Attic Fanatic, 251 Charleston Hwy., ADD VINTAGE, 1217 Augusta Rd.; Parks Furniture Antiques Ltd, 3131 Sunset Blvd. and The Elephant Trunk,  2931 Platt Springs Rd.  State Street Trading Co., 134 State St.; will be closed Saturday, but will reopen on Tuesday.

As the morning moves into mid-day, consider a cool refreshing dip in the Congaree River.

Palmetto Outdoor conducts tubing trips all day Saturday and Sunday, and every day of the week. Palmetto Outdoor shuttles run every hour. Show up at the West Columbia Riverwalk to catch the shuttle.
Click here for a link to Palmetto Outdoor

Once the evening approaches Chayz Lounge is definitely a venue to consider. At 626 Meeting St., Chayz Lounge is a top site for high-quality live jazz and rhythm and blues. Chayz Lounge is located in a warm, elegant atmosphere with an intimate setting. Enjoy a light meal, a glass of wine, or a signature cocktail while you listen to the beat.

We have some great acts performing this weekend said Chaye Alexander, Chayz Lounge owner. Friday (July 9) singer Ja’Nissa is playing, she said. On Saturday Deon Yates is making his way from Detroit for two  shows, at 6 p.m. And 9 p.m. Click here for a link to the shows

On Saturday (July 10) there is more live music on the outdoor stage in the perfectly green courtyard at Savage Craft Ale Works, 430 Center St.

Girl Interrupted plays from 7 p.m. Until 10 p.m. On Sunday, beginning at 8 p.m., Prettier Than Matt takes the stage at Savage Craft Ale Works.

Also on Sunday, be sure to visit some of the finest restaurants around for brunch.

Black Rooster in the Brookland development opens at 10:30 a.m. Sunday.

Cafe Strudel at 300 State St. opens at 8 a.m. Sunday. It attracts crowds for its made-to-order breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a relaxed, casual atmosphere.

Savage Craft Ale Works is another opportunity for Sunday Brunch. It opens at 10:30 a.m.

state street, West Columbia's Meeting Street Artisan Market, Savage Craft Ale Works

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