Family Friendly Things to Do on First Thursday’s in Columbia SC
Does your city do a “first” of the month event? Ours is called “First Thursday on Main” and we’re in Columbia SC.
There is free wine at some shops/venues, live music, new feature exhibits, free museum entry, discounts at shops & restaurants, yummy food trucks parked for easy, quick eats and more things to bring the community out.
It’s a really fun time for singles, couples and college students in the area but there are some fun, family friendly things to check out too.
If you want to stop on Main St for First Thursday’s with the whole family, make sure you check out our favorite things to do below!
1. Columbia Museum of Art
Free admission all day! They have different exhibits on the first floor every month and it’s free to get in. Take advantage of that deal with all your kids on First Thursday!
The outdoor courtyard is fun for kids to play/stretch if the weather is nice. If you think young children can’t enjoy the art museum, think again!
Here are some tips to help young children have fun at the art museum.
2. Food Trucks
Conveniently right outside the Columbia Museum of Art for a quick bite to eat. Sit & eat and enjoy the beauty of the courtyard.
3. Mast General Store
Mast general store is local to South Carolina and only has a handful of stores.
It’s a modern day general store with outdoor apparel, shoes & equipment, home goods, some food items, and unique toys and candy. It’s a fun store to check out with the family.
4. Richland Library
Richland library, in my opinion, is the best library in Columbia. Their kid’s center is just top-notch and has so many different things for them to look at and play with.
I’m not sure if they have all the toys/games out because of Covid but if you are downtown with the family for First Thursday, I would highly recommend checking out Richland Library while you’re there.
It’s a stay at home mom‘s dream (especially in the heat of the summer!) and is open till 9pm.
5. Sweet Cream Company
Local ice cream shop! Has classic flavors and custom, in house creations of ice cream and yogurt. Great family friendly kid stop to visit during First Thursday.
We have visited First Thursday on Main in both rain and wonderful weather with our kids. It’s fun either way and they have enjoyed it!
I love just being out with the community and “getting out” at this point, so it’s worth it to me when there’s something going on.
Tag me @valuemindedmama if you go so I know you went because of this post. One of my greatest passions is sharing affordable, family friendly things to do in “your” area. And since we live in Columbia, this is the area we’re sharing.
I do the same thing when we travel. Traveling doesn’t have to break the bank and there are always affordable ways to make memories and explore the area around you.
Check out these affordable family vacation trips we’ve taken in the past.
