Fall in Columbia, SC (aka COLA) is a favorite of locals + visitors alike. We’ve rounded up some of the best autumn activities to inspire your next road trip itinerary to Columbia, SC (just a ~3.5 hour drive away).
Football 🏈
If you’re in town for a University of South Carolina (UofSC) game, expect to hear “Go Gamecocks” echoing through the city on an autumn Saturday.
Columbia knows how to do a fall football weekend the right way. Take your pick of tailgates + lively sports bars and give some game day traditions a try.
Festivities 🎪
Take advantage of COLA’s crisp autumn air and one of the many fall festivals + events in COLA.
Spend the weekend at the SC State Fair or “prost” at one of many Oktoberfest celebrations. Families can enjoy Halloween parties, haunted farms, and trick-or-treating at the zoo. 🎟
Explore more fun fall finds (+ another activity to add to your must-do list) with Experience Columbia SC.
Flavors
COLA’s fall fare is top notch; you can have your pick from pub grub to farm-to-table. Pro-tip: Pick your own produce at the Soda City Market or grab some BBQ.
And don’t forget seasonal sips from local breweries — they’re perfect for enjoying around a cozy fire or at the tailgate. Try the Pecan Brown Ale from Steel Hands or Russian Imperial Stout from Hazelwood Brewing.
Foliage
Looking to find the perfect fall foliage? Just stroll around UofSC’s campus or a hike along the Congaree National Park boardwalk. 🍁
Explore more fun fall finds (+ another activity to add to your must-do list) with Experience Columbia SC. Ⓟ
