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Saturday, May 25, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Uptown Columbus
- 25 West 10th Street, Suite 4
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
Each Saturday, three blocks along Broadway host over 100 local and regional vendors. Visitors can expect to find fresh and organic produce, home goods, jewelry, unique crafts, and delicious baked goods. Market Days is the perfect Saturday activity for family, friends, and visitors. Don’t forget to bring your furry pals to get in on the fun.
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Thursday, May 23, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Ride On Bikes
- 1036 Broadway
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
Ride On Bikes is hosting a Flower Moon Bike Ride!
Join us for our Full Moon Ride, May 23rd! Enjoy an easy, leisure ride with all your new friends in Columbus! We will ride at a conversational pace with just a few miles to our destination! We'll have some great music and will stop to grab a beverage!! Rentals are free, but be sure to call ahead to reserve! Also, don't forget to fill out the waiver and show up about 30-20 mins early for your reservations if you’re renting a bike from us! We will give away your rental at 7:45/50 if no show, and hard shut down at 7:55 so we can roll @8!! We can’t wait to see y’all, call us with any concerns or questions, RIDE ON!!
*16 and under are required to wear a helmet in the state of Georgia!
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Saturday, May 18, 2024, 2:30 PM – 7:30 PM
- Springer Opera House
- 103 10th street
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
Exciting news! Playing for Good is teaming up with Paws Humane Society and The Youth Orchestra of Greater Columbus (YOGC) to present two incredible benefit concerts on May 18, 2024.
“The King is Back” features the renowned Elvis Presley 2021 Ultimate Tribute Artist, Patrick Dunn, gracing The Springer Opera House stage for an electrifying night of rock & roll. Get ready for a sensational experience as Patrick Dunn delivers unforgettable performances of Elvis’ greatest hits, accompanied by stunning orchestral arrangements.
Mark your calendars for this spectacular event that promises to delight music lovers while supporting a noble cause!
Saturday, May 18 | 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM | Springer Opera House
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Saturday, May 18, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Uptown Columbus
- 25 West 10th Street, Suite 4
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
Each Saturday, three blocks along Broadway host over 100 local and regional vendors. Visitors can expect to find fresh and organic produce, home goods, jewelry, unique crafts, and delicious baked goods. Market Days is the perfect Saturday activity for family, friends, and visitors. Don’t forget to bring your furry pals to get in on the fun.
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Saturday, May 18, 2024, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Woodruff Park
- 1000 Bay Ave
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
The Lupus Foundation is hosting Lacing up for Lupus 5K Fun Run
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Thursday, May 16, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- The Bo Bartlett
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
The Bo Bartlett is hosting the Home Is Where The Art Is Annual Art Exhibition on Thursday May 16th at King Gallery. Refreshments will be provided.
“Home Is Where The Art Is” (HIWTAI) is an outreach program in Columbus, Georgia. Its purpose is focused on the shared passion for art and a shared belief in its ability to change lives. HIWTAI began as a venue in which local artists and volunteers could provide assistance to individuals in the homeless community with creating their own artworks.
The proceeds from artwork sales will support the program participants and the art supplies for Home is Where the Art is at Safe House. Please come and show your support for this program!
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Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- RiverCenter
- 900 Broadway
- Columbus, GA, 31901
- United States
The RiverCenter presents Pretty Women: The Musical!
Pretty Women: The Musical, based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all
time, springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award®-winning director
and choreographer Jerry Mitchell, an original score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance, and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall and screenwriter J. F. Lawton. PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL will lift your spirits and light up your heart. Are you ready to fall in love all over again?
Tickets: $69-$79
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Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM
- Big Dog Fleet Feet
- 12 W 11th St
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
Big Dog Fleet Feet host Blitz45 Workout with Buddy!
We're back at it again! Come enjoy a 45 minute, full body workout with Buddy from Blitz45 Fitness on Tuesday, May 14th at 6:15pm!
At Blitz 45, they focus on functional fitness, which includes workouts that help strengthen our bodies for everyday life.
We'll clear the floor and have enough room for 20 people to complete a full body workout.
Registration is open, and is first come, first serve. The first 20 people to sign up will receive an email with some details about the event. We will also update via social media (Facebook and instagram) about availability of spots, especially when we get closer to the date of the workout.
Please bring a workout mat with you. We will have water, but if you'd like to bring a personal water bottle to have with you during the workout, you're more than welcome to bring that as well
Sign up here: https://runsignup.com/.../Columbus/Blitz45WorkoutwithBuddy
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Sunday, May 12, 2024, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Springer Opera Hosue
- 103 10th ST
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
The Springer Opera House presents Beautiful: The Carole King Musical!
Winner of both the Grammy Award and the Tony Award, Beautiful tells the glorious story of the incomparable Carole King’s rise as one of the greatest names in popular music. Carole King wrote hits for Aretha Franklin, The Drifters, James Taylor, the Shirelles, Barbra Streisand, the Beatles,, Little Eva and hundreds of other stars. Beautiful features a song list that includes such timeless hits as, “I Feel the Earth Move,” "So Far Away," "Will You Love Me Tomorrow,” "You've Got a Friend," "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" and many more. The Tapestry of life is the wellspring of Carole Kings genius and precisely what make’s Beautiful a joyous celebration!
Book by Douglas McGrath
Words and Music by Gerry Goffin, Carole King, Barry Mann, and Cynthia Weil
April 26 - May 12, 2024
Mainstage Series - Emily Woodruff Hall
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Saturday, May 11, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- Springer Opera Hosue
- 103 10th ST
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
The Springer Opera House presents Beautiful: The Carole King Musical!
Winner of both the Grammy Award and the Tony Award, Beautiful tells the glorious story of the incomparable Carole King’s rise as one of the greatest names in popular music. Carole King wrote hits for Aretha Franklin, The Drifters, James Taylor, the Shirelles, Barbra Streisand, the Beatles,, Little Eva and hundreds of other stars. Beautiful features a song list that includes such timeless hits as, “I Feel the Earth Move,” "So Far Away," "Will You Love Me Tomorrow,” "You've Got a Friend," "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" and many more. The Tapestry of life is the wellspring of Carole Kings genius and precisely what make’s Beautiful a joyous celebration!
Book by Douglas McGrath
Words and Music by Gerry Goffin, Carole King, Barry Mann, and Cynthia Weil
April 26 - May 12, 2024
Mainstage Series - Emily Woodruff Hall
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Saturday, May 11, 2024, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Woodruff Riverfront Park
- 1000 Bay Ave
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
Prasie Fest 2024 hosted by Griff from “Get Up Morning with Erica Campbell” is on May 11th from 12pm - 4pm.
There will be food, fellowship and prizes! Bring lawn chairs - tent area available. Featuring: Bobbi Lane, Mark Selvie, Latrice Pace, Restine Jaskson, The Brown Boyz, Julius Pearson, The Gospel Chorale of Chicago, Otis Kemp, B Chase Willians & Shabach, Rizen, Higher Calling
This is a free event held in Woodruff Park.
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Saturday, May 11, 2024, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- River Oak Boutique
- 1204 1st Ave, C
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
The River Oak Boutique is hosting Mothers and Friends Events on May 11th, from 11am to 4pm. You don’t want to miss this, it is the perfect way to spend your Mother’s Day Weekend!
The River Oak is teaming up with Street Food Saturdays to bring some amazing food trucks. There will also be vendors, live music, cocktails, and of course lots of shopping! Come join them this Mother’s Day Weekend for a great time with friends and family!
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Saturday, May 11, 2024, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- The Peach Shoppe and Co
- 25 West 10th Street, Suite 4
- 900 Front Avenue Suite 212
- United States
The Peach Shoppe and Co is hosting Make & Take Bday Bash on May 11th , from 11am - 6pm!
This bash will be their first ever makers market, where you get to make all kinds of products with the makers of the peach!
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Saturday, May 11, 2024, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Columbus, Georgia Convention & Trade Center
- 801 Front Ave
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
Columbus, Georgia Convention & Trade Center is hosting a closet cleanout, Saturday, May 11. Spring cleaning of closets allows you to find gently-used clothes in a one-stop shop! Mark your calendars and plan to thrift with us! This event is free to the public!
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Saturday, May 11, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Uptown Columbus
- 25 West 10th Street, Suite 4
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
Each Saturday, three blocks along Broadway host over 100 local and regional vendors. Visitors can expect to find fresh and organic produce, home goods, jewelry, unique crafts, and delicious baked goods. Market Days is the perfect Saturday activity for family, friends, and visitors. Don’t forget to bring your furry pals to get in on the fun.
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Friday, May 10, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- Springer Opera Hosue
- 103 10th ST
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
The Springer Opera House presents Beautiful: The Carole King Musical!
Winner of both the Grammy Award and the Tony Award, Beautiful tells the glorious story of the incomparable Carole King’s rise as one of the greatest names in popular music. Carole King wrote hits for Aretha Franklin, The Drifters, James Taylor, the Shirelles, Barbra Streisand, the Beatles,, Little Eva and hundreds of other stars. Beautiful features a song list that includes such timeless hits as, “I Feel the Earth Move,” "So Far Away," "Will You Love Me Tomorrow,” "You've Got a Friend," "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" and many more. The Tapestry of life is the wellspring of Carole Kings genius and precisely what make’s Beautiful a joyous celebration!
Book by Douglas McGrath
Words and Music by Gerry Goffin, Carole King, Barry Mann, and Cynthia Weil
April 26 - May 12, 2024
Mainstage Series - Emily Woodruff Hall
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Thursday, May 9, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- Springer Opera House
- 103 10th ST
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
The Springer Opera House presents Beautiful: The Carole King Musical!
Winner of both the Grammy Award and the Tony Award, Beautiful tells the glorious story of the incomparable Carole King’s rise as one of the greatest names in popular music. Carole King wrote hits for Aretha Franklin, The Drifters, James Taylor, the Shirelles, Barbra Streisand, the Beatles,, Little Eva and hundreds of other stars. Beautiful features a song list that includes such timeless hits as, “I Feel the Earth Move,” "So Far Away," "Will You Love Me Tomorrow,” "You've Got a Friend," "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" and many more. The Tapestry of life is the wellspring of Carole Kings genius and precisely what make’s Beautiful a joyous celebration!
Book by Douglas McGrath
Words and Music by Gerry Goffin, Carole King, Barry Mann, and Cynthia Weil
April 26 - May 12, 2024
Mainstage Series - Emily Woodruff Hall
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Sunday, May 5, 2024, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Springer Opera House
- 103 10th ST
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
The Springer Opera House presents Beautiful: The Carole King Musical!
Winner of both the Grammy Award and the Tony Award, Beautiful tells the glorious story of the incomparable Carole King’s rise as one of the greatest names in popular music. Carole King wrote hits for Aretha Franklin, The Drifters, James Taylor, the Shirelles, Barbra Streisand, the Beatles,, Little Eva and hundreds of other stars. Beautiful features a song list that includes such timeless hits as, “I Feel the Earth Move,” "So Far Away," "Will You Love Me Tomorrow,” "You've Got a Friend," "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" and many more. The Tapestry of life is the wellspring of Carole Kings genius and precisely what make’s Beautiful a joyous celebration!
Book by Douglas McGrath
Words and Music by Gerry Goffin, Carole King, Barry Mann, and Cynthia Weil
April 26 - May 12, 2024
Mainstage Series - Emily Woodruff Hall
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Sunday, May 5, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Springer Opera House
- 103 10th ST
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
The Springer Opera House presents Deep Blue Sea!
This underwater exploration follows Tuttle the Turtle, a nervous sea turtle as she explores the vast ocean around her. As she plays with her new friends, fishermen drop trash in the ocean, injuring Tuttle. She and her friends seek help from Doctopus, a Doctor Octopus whose legendary status is almost as good as her jokes. Will Tuttle remember what to do when something goes wrong? Will she make it home in time? And how will she teach those fishermen to recycle? This adventure will teach young and old about the importance of keeping our oceans clean.
April 27 - May 5, 2024
Actors Arena -Theatre for the Very Young Series
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Sunday, May 5, 2024, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Whitewater Express
- 1000 Bay Avenue
- Columbus, GA, 31901
- United States
Round up the crew, it’s Riverfest weekend and it’s time to go FAST! Represent your business, team, organization, etc by taking part in this epic race. Each raft can have a crew of up to 6 and will be accompanied by a guide.
Grab your crew and go head-to-head with local businesses, groups, organizations, etc in the most epic raft race of all time! This race is a Time Trial format in a section spanning from north of 14th Street Bridge to below Waveshaper Island.
Each boat will be a team of up to 6 people, with a Raft guide who will be provided by Whitewater Express.
We will meet at Whitewater Express at 1:30 and the shuttle will leave at 2:00. Competitors will enjoy going down the rapids until reaching the 14th Street Pedestrian Bridge, where we will have a time keeper who will mark to start of the race portion. Once the Time Keeper declares your start, your boat will race through the last two rapids until you reach the bottom of Waveshaper, where an air horn will mark the end of your time.
After teams have finished Waveshaper, they will meet on Waveshaper Island to watch the other teams, and once all teams are through, times will be calculated and we will have an awards ceremony.
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Sunday, May 5, 2024, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- HighSide Makret
- 211 13th Street
- Columbus, GA, 31901
- United States
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo on Sunday, May 5 from 12-4 PM at Highside Market’s Cinco De Mayo Celebration hosted by It’s Tamale Time! Dive into the festivities with a tamale eating contest, tamale-making class, lotería, piñatas, Mexican cuisine and drinks, live entertainment at Daisy Park, and much more!
This event is free to attend and complimentary valet parking is available. Join the fiesta!
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Saturday, May 4, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- RiverCenter
- 900 Broadway
- Columbus, GA, 31901
- United States
The Springer Opera House presents Wings – Silent Film with THE WAVE!
Two young men, one rich, one middle class, who are in love with the same woman, become fighter pilots in World War I. Starring Clara Bow, with Gary Cooper in a small role that launched his Hollywood career. This romantic action-war picture is known for winning the first Academy Award for Best Picture in 1927. Ron Carter returns to RiverCenter to play us through all the action, suspense, and drama of war entwined with romantic rivalry that ends in a shocking turn of fate.
Tickets: $10 (General Admission)
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Saturday, May 4, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- Springer Opera House
- 103 10th ST
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
The Springer Opera House presents Beautiful: The Carole King Musical!
Winner of both the Grammy Award and the Tony Award, Beautiful tells the glorious story of the incomparable Carole King’s rise as one of the greatest names in popular music. Carole King wrote hits for Aretha Franklin, The Drifters, James Taylor, the Shirelles, Barbra Streisand, the Beatles,, Little Eva and hundreds of other stars. Beautiful features a song list that includes such timeless hits as, “I Feel the Earth Move,” "So Far Away," "Will You Love Me Tomorrow,” "You've Got a Friend," "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" and many more. The Tapestry of life is the wellspring of Carole Kings genius and precisely what make’s Beautiful a joyous celebration!
Book by Douglas McGrath
Words and Music by Gerry Goffin, Carole King, Barry Mann, and Cynthia Weil
April 26 - May 12, 2024
Mainstage Series - Emily Woodruff Hall
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Saturday, May 4, 2024, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Woodruff Park
- 1003 Bay Ave
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
Join us for RiverFest 2024 in Columbus, GA, on May 3rd and 4th!
Uptown Columbus invites the community and visitors alike to experience RiverFest 2024, featuring two days of live music, food, kids zone and arts and crafts. The festival will be held along the banks of the Chattahoochee River in Woodruff Park on May 3rd and 4th. The fundraiser is priced starting at $10 on Friday, $15 on Saturday, and $20 for both days. Children 12 and under are admitted free.
Gates open in Woodruff Park Friday, May 3rd at 5:00 P.M. with live music by Holley Rumbarger and the Mississippi Shakedown at 6:00 P.M., followed by D.S.O.S at 8:00 P.M.
The festivities continue as gates open atRanner Fussell at 5:30 P.M. and Jonboy Storey at 8:00 P.M.
RiverFest is more than just an event; it celebrates our natural river setting, the spirit of community, and the vibrant culture that thrives in Uptown Columbus. With an array of music, food, arts, and water activities, this year's festival not only honors the legacy of our river.
Celebrate our vibrant community and support Uptown Columbus Inc. Get your tickets now at www.alwaysuptown.com/riverfest!
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Saturday, May 4, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Springer Opera House
- 103 10th ST
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
The Springer Opera House presents Deep Blue Sea!
This underwater exploration follows Tuttle the Turtle, a nervous sea turtle as she explores the vast ocean around her. As she plays with her new friends, fishermen drop trash in the ocean, injuring Tuttle. She and her friends seek help from Doctopus, a Doctor Octopus whose legendary status is almost as good as her jokes. Will Tuttle remember what to do when something goes wrong? Will she make it home in time? And how will she teach those fishermen to recycle? This adventure will teach young and old about the importance of keeping our oceans clean.
April 27 - May 5, 2024
Actors Arena -Theatre for the Very Young Series
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Saturday, May 4, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Uptown Columbus
- 25 West 10th Street, Suite 4
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
Each Saturday, three blocks along Broadway host over 100 local and regional vendors. Visitors can expect to find fresh and organic produce, home goods, jewelry, unique crafts, and delicious baked goods. Market Days is the perfect Saturday activity for family, friends, and visitors. Don’t forget to bring your furry pals to get in on the fun.
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Friday, May 3, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- Springer Opera Hosue
- 103 10th ST
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
The Springer Opera House presents Beautiful: The Carole King Musical!
Winner of both the Grammy Award and the Tony Award, Beautiful tells the glorious story of the incomparable Carole King’s rise as one of the greatest names in popular music. Carole King wrote hits for Aretha Franklin, The Drifters, James Taylor, the Shirelles, Barbra Streisand, the Beatles,, Little Eva and hundreds of other stars. Beautiful features a song list that includes such timeless hits as, “I Feel the Earth Move,” "So Far Away," "Will You Love Me Tomorrow,” "You've Got a Friend," "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" and many more. The Tapestry of life is the wellspring of Carole Kings genius and precisely what make’s Beautiful a joyous celebration!
Book by Douglas McGrath
Words and Music by Gerry Goffin, Carole King, Barry Mann, and Cynthia Weil
April 26 - May 12, 2024
Mainstage Series - Emily Woodruff Hall
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Friday, May 3, 2024, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Woodruff Park
- 1003 Bay Ave
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
Join us for RiverFest 2024 in Columbus, GA, on May 3rd and 4th!
Uptown Columbus invites the community and visitors alike to experience RiverFest 2024, featuring two days of live music, food, kids zone and arts and crafts. The festival will be held along the banks of the Chattahoochee River in Woodruff Park on May 3rd and 4th. The fundraiser is priced starting at $10 on Friday, $15 on Saturday, and $20 for both days. Children 12 and under are admitted free.
Gates open in Woodruff Park Friday, May 3rd at 5:00 P.M. with live music by Holley Rumbarger and the Mississippi Shakedown at 6:00 P.M., followed by D.S.O.S at 8:00 P.M.
The festivities continue as gates open at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, May 4th with live music by Skyler Saufley and the 99th Degree at 3:00 P.M., Tanner Fussell at 5:30 P.M. and Jonboy Storey at 8:00 P.M.
RiverFest is more than just an event; it celebrates our natural river setting, the spirit of community, and the vibrant culture that thrives in Uptown Columbus. With an array of music, food, arts, and water activities, this year's festival not only honors the legacy of our river.
Celebrate our vibrant community and support Uptown Columbus Inc. Get your tickets now at www.alwaysuptown.com/riverfest!
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Thursday, May 2, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- Springer Opera House
- 103 10th ST
- Columbus, GA 31901
- United States
The Springer Opera House presents Beautiful: The Carole King Musical!
Winner of both the Grammy Award and the Tony Award, Beautiful tells the glorious story of the incomparable Carole King’s rise as one of the greatest names in popular music. Carole King wrote hits for Aretha Franklin, The Drifters, James Taylor, the Shirelles, Barbra Streisand, the Beatles,, Little Eva and hundreds of other stars. Beautiful features a song list that includes such timeless hits as, “I Feel the Earth Move,” "So Far Away," "Will You Love Me Tomorrow,” "You've Got a Friend," "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" and many more. The Tapestry of life is the wellspring of Carole Kings genius and precisely what make’s Beautiful a joyous celebration!
Book by Douglas McGrath
Words and Music by Gerry Goffin, Carole King, Barry Mann, and Cynthia Weil
April 26 - May 12, 2024
Mainstage Series - Emily Woodruff Hall