John Lakin

  <h2>Guide to Live Events in Columbia: Concerts, Sports and Shows Near You</h2>
<p>Columbia, SC is a vibrant destination for live events, offering everything from concerts and theater performances to college sports and music festivals. Whether you’re looking to cheer on your favorite team or catch a chart-topping artist live, Vivid Seats has you covered.</p>
        
<h2>Things to Do in Columbia This Week</h2> 
        
<p>Kick off the weekend with <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/emo-night-karaoke-tickets/performer/124288">Emo Night Karaoke</a> at The Senate, a high-energy singalong for emo and pop-punk fans. Then cheer on <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/south-carolina-gamecocks-mens-basketball-tickets--sports-ncaa-basketball/performer/3313">South Carolina Gamecocks Mens Basketball</a> at Colonial Life Arena as the home team takes the court in front of a roaring Columbia crowd.</p>        
<h2>Things to Do in Columbia Next Week</h2> 
        
<p>Next week in Columbia, rock legend <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/pat-benatar-tickets/performer/644">Pat Benatar</a> kicks off the fun at Township Auditorium on Tuesday, and on Thursday <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/kamala-harris-tickets--theater-public-speaking/performer/98664">Kamala Harris</a> takes the same stage for an evening of remarks.</p><p>Saturday is stacked: cheer the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/south-carolina-gamecocks-mens-basketball-tickets--sports-ncaa-basketball/performer/3313">South Carolina Gamecocks Mens Basketball</a> at Colonial Life Arena in the afternoon, then catch country riser <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/sam-barber-tickets/performer/165238">Sam Barber</a> at Township Auditorium and keep the night going with <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/noche-de-reggaeton-tickets/performer/441574">Noche de Reggaeton</a> at The Senate. Close out Sunday with the powerhouse <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/south-carolina-gamecocks-womens-basketball-tickets--sports-ncaa-basketball/performer/3314">South Carolina Gamecocks Womens Basketball</a> back at Colonial Life Arena.</p>

<h2>Upcoming Concerts in Columbia: Live Music & Tour Dates Near You</h2>

<p>Columbia offers a vibrant live music scene, welcoming touring headliners and rising stars to stages big and small. From major tour stops at premier venues to intimate club sets, you can always find a show to catch in Columbia—and Vivid Seats is here to help you discover your next unforgettable night out.</p>
<h2>Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Concert Tickets</h2>

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<p>This week in Columbia, catch Emo Night Karaoke, a rock-themed karaoke night at The Senate on January 30 at 9:00 PM. Sing along to emo anthems with fellow fans in the intimate 1,200-capacity venue at 1022 Senate St for a high-energy, nostalgic night out.</p>      </p>
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<p>Next week in Columbia, rock icon <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/pat-benatar-tickets/performer/644">Pat Benatar</a> plays the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/pat-benatar-tickets-columbia-township-auditorium-2-3-2026--concerts-rock/production/6249817">Township Auditorium</a> while country artist <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/sam-barber-tickets/performer/165238">Sam Barber</a> also appears at the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/sam-barber-tickets-columbia-township-auditorium-2-7-2026--concerts-country-and-folk/production/6177436">Township Auditorium</a>.</p><p>If you prefer Latin rhythms, <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/noche-de-reggaeton-tickets/performer/441574">Noche de Reggaeton</a> takes over <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/noche-de-reggaeton-tickets-columbia-the-senate-2-7-2026--concerts-latin-music/production/6415800">The Senate</a> for a high-energy night.</p>      </p>
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      <p itemprop="text">Finding upcoming concerts in Columbia is easy on Vivid Seats. At the top of this page, you’ll find a search and discovery tool highlighting the most popular concerts and upcoming events in the city. You can browse by artist, venue, genre, or date to explore shows happening this week and beyond, all with real-time ticket availability and seating options.</p>
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    <h3 itemprop="name">Can I get last-minute concert tickets in Columbia?</h3>
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        <p>Yes, you can often find last-minute concert tickets in Columbia on Vivid Seats. Whether you’re planning ahead or making a spontaneous decision, Vivid Seats makes it easy to secure verified tickets right up until showtime.</p>
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    <h3 itemprop="name">Is Vivid Seats legit for concert tickets in Columbia?</h3>
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      <p itemprop="text">Yes! Vivid Seats is a trusted ticket marketplace used by over 100 million fans. When you buy Columbia concert tickets on Vivid Seats, every order is backed by our 100% Buyer Guarantee. That means your purchase is safe, your tickets will arrive before the event, and they'll be valid or your money back.</p>
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    <h3 itemprop="name">Are tickets guaranteed on Vivid Seats?</h3>
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        <p>Absolutely. Every Columbia concert ticket sold on Vivid Seats comes with our 100% Buyer Guarantee, which ensures:</p>
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          <li>Your tickets will be delivered before your event.</li>
          <li>Your tickets will be valid and authentic or your money back.</li>
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        <p>Our mission is to make buying concert tickets stress-free, so you can focus on enjoying your event.</p>
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    <h3 itemprop="name">Are fees included in the price I see on Vivid Seats?</h3>
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        <p>Vivid Seats uses All-In Pricing, so you'll see the full cost of a concert ticket in Columbia, including fees, upfront as you shop. No surprises at checkout.</p>
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    <h3 itemprop="name">What happens if my Columbia concert is canceled or postponed?</h3>
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        <p>If your event is canceled, you'll receive a full refund. If an event has been postponed or rescheduled, rest assured that your tickets will be valid for the rescheduled date. For some rescheduled events, the primary source of the tickets will reissue all previously purchased tickets with new bar codes. If this occurs, the seller will notify us, and we will deliver new tickets to you and remind you to discard your old tickets.</p>
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    <h3 itemprop="name">Does Vivid Seats have a rewards program?</h3>
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        <p>Yes! Vivid Seats offers a leading ticket loyalty program: Vivid Seats Rewards. Fans earn credit on every purchase, which can be redeemed for future tickets. The more events you attend, the more perks you can unlock:</p>
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          <li>A free 11th ticket after 10 purchases</li>
          <li>Birthday rewards</li>
          <li>Seat upgrades and VIP parties</li>
          <li>Exclusive experiences like on-ice or on-field passes to your favorite team</li>
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<h2>Upcoming Sports in Columbia: Games, Teams & Matchups Near You</h2>

<p>Live sports thrive in Columbia, where fans pack venues across town all season long. From sold-out rivalry games to weekday matchups, the city’s sports venues deliver big moments for every kind of fan. Browse schedules by sport, date, or venue to find the perfect game to attend near you. Whether it’s a marquee showdown or a spontaneous night out, you can find seats on Vivid Seats.</p>
<h2>Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Sports Tickets</h2>

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<div class="event-summary">South Carolina Gamecocks men's basketball hosts an NCAA Basketball game at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia on January 31, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The game will be played at Colonial Life Arena (801 Lincoln St), an 18,000-seat venue in Columbia, SC. Expect a lively college basketball atmosphere as the Gamecocks take the court.</div>      </p>
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<p>The <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/south-carolina-gamecocks-mens-basketball-tickets--sports-ncaa-basketball/performer/3313">South Carolina Gamecocks Mens Basketball</a> host an opponent to be announced at the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/south-carolina-gamecocks-mens-basketball-tickets-colonial-life-arena-10-20-2025--sports-ncaa-basketball/production/5828742">Colonial Life Arena</a> in Columbia, offering a high-energy NCAA basketball matchup next week. The <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/south-carolina-gamecocks-womens-basketball-tickets--sports-ncaa-basketball/performer/3314">South Carolina Gamecocks Womens Basketball</a> follow with their own game at the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/south-carolina-gamecocks-womens-basketball-tickets-colonial-life-arena-10-8-2025--sports-ncaa-womens-basketball/production/5825966">Colonial Life Arena</a>, promising another must-see night of NCAA women's basketball for Columbia fans.</p>      </p>
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      <p itemprop="text">Finding upcoming sports events in Columbia is easy on Vivid Seats. At the top of this page, you’ll find a discovery tool featuring the most popular teams, matchups, and games across every league. You can browse by sport, venue, or date to explore events happening this week and beyond, all with real-time ticket availability and seating options.</p>
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        <p>Yes, you can often find last-minute sports tickets in Columbia on Vivid Seats. Whether you're planning ahead or deciding to catch a game on the fly, Vivid Seats updates listings in real time, so fans can secure verified tickets right up until kickoff, first pitch, or tipoff.</p>
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    <h3 itemprop="name">Is Vivid Seats legit for sports tickets in Columbia?</h3>
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      <p itemprop="text">Yes! Vivid Seats is a trusted ticket marketplace used by over 100 million fans. When you buy Columbia sports tickets on Vivid Seats, every order is backed by our 100% Buyer Guarantee. That means your purchase is safe, your tickets will arrive before the event, and they'll be valid or your money back.</p>
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    <h3 itemprop="name">Are sports tickets guaranteed on Vivid Seats?</h3>
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        <p>Absolutely. Every Columbia sports ticket sold on Vivid Seats comes with our 100% Buyer Guarantee, which ensures:</p>
        <ul>
          <li>Your transaction will be secure.</li>
          <li>Your tickets will be delivered before your event.</li>
          <li>Your tickets will be valid and authentic or your money back.</li>
        </ul>
        <p>Our mission is to make buying sports tickets stress-free, so you can focus on enjoying the game.</p>
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        <p>Vivid Seats uses All-In Pricing, so you'll see the full cost of a sports ticket in Columbia, including fees, upfront as you shop. No surprises at checkout.</p>
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        <p>If your game is canceled, you'll receive a full refund. If an event has been postponed or rescheduled, rest assured that your tickets will be valid for the new date. For some rescheduled games, the primary source of the tickets will reissue all previously purchased tickets with new bar codes. If this occurs, the seller will notify us, and we’ll deliver new tickets and remind you to discard your old ones.</p>
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        <p>Yes! Vivid Seats offers a leading ticket loyalty program: Vivid Seats Rewards. Fans earn credit on every purchase, which can be redeemed for future tickets. The more events you attend, the more perks you can unlock:</p>
        <ul>
          <li>A free 11th ticket after 10 purchases</li>
          <li>Birthday rewards</li>
          <li>Seat upgrades and VIP experiences</li>
          <li>Exclusive access to pregame or on-field events with select teams</li>
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<h2>Upcoming Theater & Comedy Shows in Columbia: Plays, Musicals & Stand-Up Near You</h2>

<p>Columbia is a great city for live entertainment, with touring musicals, plays, concerts, and stand-up comedy throughout the year. From major theaters and lively clubs to intimate performance spaces, there’s always something on stage in Columbia, and Vivid Seats makes it easy to find tickets for every laugh and standing ovation.</p>
<h2>Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Theater & Comedy Tickets</h2>

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<p>Next week in Columbia, catch top live entertainment with <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/kamala-harris-tickets--theater-public-speaking/performer/98664">Kamala Harris</a> performing at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/kamala-harris-tickets-columbia-township-auditorium-2-5-2026--theater-public-speaking/production/6406024">Township Auditorium</a>. The public speaking event begins at 7:00 PM on February 5 at the 3,099-seat venue on 1703 Taylor Street, making it a must-see night for theater and comedy fans.</p>      </p>
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      <p itemprop="text">Finding upcoming theater and comedy events in Columbia is simple with Vivid Seats. At the top of this page, you'll find a carousel of popular plays, musicals, and comedy shows in the city. Browse by theater and comedy tickets in Columbia under $100, top picks, family-friendly events, venue or date to discover events happening this week and beyond, with real-time ticket availability and seating options.</p>
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        <p>Yes, you can often find last-minute theater and comedy tickets in Columbia on Vivid Seats. Whether it’s a spontaneous night out or a sold-out show you don’t want to miss, Vivid Seats makes it easy to secure verified tickets right up until showtime.</p>
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      <p itemprop="text">Yes! Vivid Seats is a trusted ticket marketplace used by over 100 million fans. When you buy Columbia theater or comedy tickets on Vivid Seats, every order is backed by our 100% Buyer Guarantee. That means your purchase is safe, your tickets will arrive before the event, and they'll be valid or your money back.</p>
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        <p>Absolutely. Every Columbia theater and comedy ticket sold on Vivid Seats comes with our 100% Buyer Guarantee, which ensures:</p>
        <ul>
          <li>Your transaction will be secure.</li>
          <li>Your tickets will be delivered before your event.</li>
          <li>Your tickets will be valid and authentic or your money back.</li>
        </ul>
        <p>Our mission is to make buying tickets stress-free, so you can focus on enjoying the show.</p>
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        <p>Vivid Seats uses All-In Pricing, so you'll see the full cost of a theater or comedy ticket in Columbia, including fees, upfront as you shop. No surprises at checkout.</p>
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        <p>If your show is canceled, you'll receive a full refund. If an event has been postponed or rescheduled, your tickets will remain valid for the new date. For some rescheduled performances, the primary ticket source may reissue tickets with updated barcodes. If this occurs, we’ll deliver your new tickets and remind you to discard any previous versions.</p>
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        <p>Yes! Vivid Seats offers a leading ticket loyalty program: Vivid Seats Rewards. Fans earn credit on every purchase, which can be redeemed for future tickets. The more events you attend, the more perks you can unlock:</p>
        <ul>
          <li>A free 11th ticket after 10 purchases</li>
          <li>Birthday rewards</li>
          <li>Seat upgrades and VIP experiences</li>
          <li>Exclusive access to special events and meet-and-greets</li>
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