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10 Minute Play Festival
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October 29 – November 1, 2026
10 Minute Play Festival, Written and Directed by USC Students, Benson Theatre,
Enjoy a fast-paced evening of laughter, heartbreak and everything in between as we present a collection of short plays, each written and directed by USC students. Included are the plays: • The Shores of Memory by Meagan AuBuchon • The Bad Canary by Asher Thompson • Lamb Play by Emily Lackey, • Dreamers and (Un)Doers by Mark Garvin • It's Just a Kiss by Luke Shelton • Planet Fart by Morgan Passley.
Admission Cost: $10.
Saturday, October 31, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Benson 214.
10 Minute Play Festival
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October 29 – November 1, 2026
10 Minute Play Festival, Written and Directed by USC Students, Benson Theatre,
Enjoy a fast-paced evening of laughter, heartbreak and everything in between as we present a collection of short plays, each written and directed by USC students. Included are the plays: • The Shores of Memory by Meagan AuBuchon • The Bad Canary by Asher Thompson • Lamb Play by Emily Lackey, • Dreamers and (Un)Doers by Mark Garvin • It's Just a Kiss by Luke Shelton • Planet Fart by Morgan Passley.
Admission Cost: $10.
Sunday, November 1, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Benson 214.
Terra String Quartet Concert
As part of its fall residency at USC, the Terra String Quartet presents a free, family-friendly concert in the Darla Moore School of Business’s Hootie Johnson Performance Hall. Celebrated for its compelling storytelling, artistic excellence, and versatile approach to repertoire, the quartet creates performances that inspire conversation and foster meaningful human connection. Through both its concerts and educational work, Terra String Quartet seeks to engage audiences with music that is vibrant, thoughtful, and deeply communicative.
Admission Cost: Free.
Sunday, November 1, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Darla Moore School of Business 101 - Johnson Performance Hall.
David Sedaris
David Sedaris is the bestselling author of the books Calypso, Theft By Finding, Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls, Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk, When You Are Engulfed in Flames, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Holidays on Ice, Naked, and Barrel Fever. He is a regular contributor to The New Yorker and BBC Radio 4.
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at 803-251-2222 or online.
Buy Tickets.
Admission Cost: Tickets: $54-$66.
Monday, November 2, 2026, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, November 2, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
HRSM Alumni Metro Diner Meet-up
Please join the HRSM Alumni Society for monthly Metro Diner Meet-ups!
Metro Diner,
106 Percival Rd. Suite 400,
Columbia, SC 29206.
Admission Cost: No admission cost.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
See event description for more details.
M.S. in Biostatistics Information Session
Learn about the M.S. in Biostatistics program at USC, gain insights, ask questions and meet program faculty. Please register for the information session. , We look forward to seeing you!
Admission Cost: 0.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
See event description for more details.
Hip Hop Wednesday
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
RHUU Greene Street.
Palmetto Pans Fall Performance
Enjoy the music native to Trinidad and Tobago, along with popular music, in the Koger Black Box!
Admission Cost: Free performance.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Koger Center Large Rehearsal Room 128, See Description for Event Location.
HUB at Columbia with Garnet Media Group 2
Live The Hub Lifestyle By Core — Hub On Campus Apartments Are Made For All Aspects Of Life. Follow What Moves You. Spacious Floor Plans For Every Lifestyle. Schedule A Tour Today.
Admission Cost: 0.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
RHUU Davis Circle Space 01.
Charles Clary: Rewind Be Kind! Reception
Rewind Be Kind!
A McMaster Gallery Visiting Artist Exhibition Charles Clary, November 2-December 11, 2026, McMaster Gallery
Reception: November 5, 2026,
Artist Bio: Charles Clary, he/him, was born in 1980 in Morristown, Tennessee. He received his BFA in painting with honors from Middle Tennessee State University and his MFA in painting from the Savannah College of Art and Design. He has shown in exhibitions at Galerie EvolutionPierre Cardin in Paris, France, The Netherlands’ CODA Museum Paper Biennial in 2021, The Shanghai Paper Biennial in 2021, Art of Paper Fair in New York City, and many other international, national, and regional juried, group, solo, and museum exhibitions. Clary won Top Prize at the 2016 ArtFields Competition in Lake City, SC, and in 2019 he won both People’s Choice Award for 2D and the Merit Prize at ArtFields. He has also been named the South Arts 2024 South Carolina State Fellow and the South Carolina Arts Commission Fellow in Visual Arts for 2026. He recently sold three…
Admission Cost: Free and open to the public!
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
McMaster College.
Volunteer Lab - Public Heritage Lab
Join USC students in washing and analyzing artifacts excavated on USC's Historic Horseshoe.
Email archaeology@mailbox.sc.edu to reserve your spot.
sites.google.com/view/publicheritagelab.
Admission Cost: N/A.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Hamilton College 143.
Betsy Blackmon Dance Company Fall Concert
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November 5-6, 2026, Betsy Blackmon Dance Company Fall Concert, Koger Center for the Arts,
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Join us as we kick off the 50th Season of Dance at USC with a special performance of the classic ballet Pas de Quatre, a work performed at the very first USC dance concert in 1976 being restaged by Professor Stephanie Milling. Also scheduled is original choreography by Distinguished Artist-in-Residence Kathryn Morgan (New York City Ballet), a reprise of José Limón's A Choreographic Offering (a work set on the Betsy Blackmon Dance Company by Limón Dance Company artist Savannah Spratt in April 2026), plus more choreographic surprises!
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
See event description for more details.
Betsy Blackmon Dance Company: Fall Concert
Join us as we kick off the 50th Season of Dance at USC with a special performance of the classic ballet Pas de Quatre, a work performed at the very first USC dance concert in 1976 being restaged by Professor Stephanie Milling. Also scheduled is original choreography by Distinguished Artist-in-Residence Kathryn Morgan (New York City Ballet), a reprise of José Limón’s A Choreographic Offering (a work set on the Betsy Blackmon Dance Company by Limón Dance Company artist Savannah Spratt in April 2026), plus more choreographic surprises!
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at 803-251-2222 or online.
Buy Tickets.
Admission Cost: $22-$32.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
Forever to Thee with the CIC
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Forever to Thee with the CIC Homecoming Celebration: USC225 Edition,
Date: Friday, November 6, Time: 5–7 p.m. Location: School of Journalism and Mass Communications, 800 Sumter St. Columbia, SC 29208,
Join the College of Information and Communications for our Forever to Thee Homecoming Celebration! Reconnect with fellow alumni, faculty, staff and friends during an evening of community, conversation, and Gamecock spirit. Enjoy food, drinks, and interactive activities as we celebrate Homecoming together in the SJMC.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Friday, November 6, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Homecoming on the Horseshoe
Kick off Homecoming Weekend with an unforgettable night in the heart of campus for Homecoming on the Horseshoe. Reconnect with fellow Gamecocks under the oaks while enjoying Southern-inspired bites, drinks and live music from the Jebb Mac Band. Wear your garnet and black, bring your Gamecock spirit, and get ready to celebrate where it all began.
Link: https://uscalumni.com/horseshoe25/ .
Admission Cost: TBD.
Friday, November 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Betsy Blackmon Dance Company Fall Concert
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November 5-6, 2026, Betsy Blackmon Dance Company Fall Concert, Koger Center for the Arts,
, Get Tickets,
Join us as we kick off the 50th Season of Dance at USC with a special performance of the classic ballet Pas de Quatre, a work performed at the very first USC dance concert in 1976 being restaged by Professor Stephanie Milling. Also scheduled is original choreography by Distinguished Artist-in-Residence Kathryn Morgan (New York City Ballet), a reprise of José Limón's A Choreographic Offering (a work set on the Betsy Blackmon Dance Company by Limón Dance Company artist Savannah Spratt in April 2026), plus more choreographic surprises!
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Friday, November 6, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
See event description for more details.
Betsy Blackmon Dance Company: Fall Concert
Join us as we kick off the 50th Season of Dance at USC with a special performance of the classic ballet Pas de Quatre, a work performed at the very first USC dance concert in 1976 being restaged by Professor Stephanie Milling. Also scheduled is original choreography by Distinguished Artist-in-Residence Kathryn Morgan (New York City Ballet), a reprise of José Limón’s A Choreographic Offering (a work set on the Betsy Blackmon Dance Company by Limón Dance Company artist Savannah Spratt in April 2026), plus more choreographic surprises!
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at 803-251-2222 or online.
Buy Tickets.
Admission Cost: $22-$32.
Friday, November 6, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
Opera at USC presents Alcina
Opera at USC invites audiences into a world of magic, passion and transformation. George Frideric Handel’s Alcina tells the story of a powerful sorceress who lures men to her enchanted island, only to transform them into animals or objects when their romance fades.
Purchase tickets online or at the door. Please note that online sales end at 3:00 p.m. on opening day. Tickets are available at the door one hour before the show. No refunds. Adults: $25; Seniors, USC Faculty & Staff, Military: $20; Students with ID: $10,
Drayton Hall Theatre.
Admission Cost: Adults: $25; Seniors, USC Faculty & Staff, Military: $20; Students with ID: $10.
Friday, November 6, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
See Description for Event Location.
Opera at USC presents Alcina
Opera at USC invites audiences into a world of magic, passion and transformation. George Frideric Handel’s Alcina tells the story of a powerful sorceress who lures men to her enchanted island, only to transform them into animals or objects when their romance fades.
Purchase tickets online or at the door. Please note that online sales end at 3:00 p.m. on opening day. Tickets are available at the door one hour before the show. No refunds. Adults: $25; Seniors, USC Faculty & Staff, Military: $20; Students with ID: $10,
Drayton Hall Theatre.
Admission Cost: Adults: $25; Seniors, USC Faculty & Staff, Military: $20; Students with ID: $10.
Saturday, November 7, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
See Description for Event Location.
Opera at USC presents Alcina
Opera at USC invites audiences into a world of magic, passion and transformation. George Frideric Handel’s Alcina tells the story of a powerful sorceress who lures men to her enchanted island, only to transform them into animals or objects when their romance fades.
Purchase tickets online or at the door. Please note that online sales end at 3:00 p.m. on opening day. Tickets are available at the door one hour before the show. No refunds. Adults: $25; Seniors, USC Faculty & Staff, Military: $20; Students with ID: $10,
Drayton Hall Theatre.
Admission Cost: Adults: $25; Seniors, USC Faculty & Staff, Military: $20; Students with ID: $10.
Sunday, November 8, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
See Description for Event Location.
Symphonic Winds: Visions 250
Jay Jacobs, conductor, Grant King, guest conductor,
Celebrating the United States Semi quincentennial, the USC Symphonic Winds presents a concert of American visions. Marie Douglas celebrates the vision of African American women band directors and conductor through Ascension. Experience the view of America through the lens of Ansel Adams in the music and accompanying film from composer Steve Danyew. The shaped-note tradition of 19th century hymns in America inspires Donald Grantham’s Star Spangled Heavens, and classic works by Aaron Copland and John Wiliams round out our concert and inspirational salute to 250 years.
Program: Douglas, Ascension, Copland, An Outdoor Overture, Danyew, This World Alive, Grantham, Star Spangled Heavens, Williams, The Cowboys.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Monday, November 9, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium, See Description for Event Location.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, November 9, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
HRSM Spur Summitt 2026
HRSM Innovation Week 2026 is an inaugural four-day event hosted by the University of South Carolina College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management. The week convenes industry leaders, faculty researchers, and students across artificial intelligence, hospitality, retail, tourism, and sport event management — sparking ideas, forging connections, and advancing innovation in practice.
HRSM Innovation Week 2026 - College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management | University of South Carolina, Complimentary tickets for the Nov. 10 and 11 events are available for students and faculty/staff. Registration Link: https://secure.touchnet.net/C21544_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=8270 .
Admission Cost: Complimentary tickets for the Nov. 10 and 11 events are available for students and faculty/staff.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Our Columbia: The Photographs of Richard Samuel Roberts Roundtable
Throughout the 1920s, talented photographer Richard Samuel Roberts captured Black Columbians as they wanted to be remembered. Now, over 5,000 of Roberts' glass plate negatives have been digitized and are freely available to the public for the first time. Join University of South Carolina Libraries, the Center for Civil Rights History and Research at the University of South Carolina, and the University South Caroliniana Society for a panel discussion about Roberts, his remarkable photos, which have received significant national attention, and their lasting legacy. Get an up-close and personal look at some of the glass plate negatives and how they went from the crawlspace of the family home to being individually scanned and preserved.
, We will hear from: - Dr. Bobby Donaldson, Director of the Center for Civil Rights History and Research, - Phil Dunn former professor of Photography at USC and Co-Editor of A True Likeness: The Black South of Richard Samuel Roberts, 1920 - 1936, - Judge Michelle Manigault…
Admission Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Capstone 101 - Campus Room.
Baldwin Lecture Series: The Business Behind the Athlete: Representation, Brand and Influence
Join the School of Journalism and Mass Communications for the Baldwin Lecture Series: “The Business Behind the Athlete: Representation, Brand and Influence.” Featuring Jade-Li English, Head of Women’s Basketball at Klutch Sports Group, and Aaron Henderson, NFL Agent at Klutch Sports Group, the discussion will explore athlete representation, personal branding and influence in today’s sports industry.
Register here,
Tuesday, Nov. 6,
6:30-8 p.m.
Karen J. Williams Courtroom 103,
Joseph F. Rice School of Law,
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Admission Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Joseph F. Rice School of Law 103 - Judge Karen J. Williams Courtroom, Joseph F. Rice School of Law 101 Perrin Family Event Space.
Humanities Collaborative Distinguished Lecture featuring andré carrington
Humanities Collaborative Distinguished Lecture featuring andré carrington,
This lecture explores the sound and performance of Black science fiction radio drama adaptations from writers such as Samuel Delany, Octavia Butler, and Toni Morrison. Free to the public with signing and reception to follow.
Link to Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/audiofuturism-with-prof-andre-carrington-at-university-of-south-carolina-tickets-2003660422260,
Close-Hipp Building, 8th Floor, Lumpkin Auditorium,
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Admission Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
HRSM Spur Summitt 2026
HRSM Innovation Week 2026 is an inaugural four-day event hosted by the University of South Carolina College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management. The week convenes industry leaders, faculty researchers, and students across artificial intelligence, hospitality, retail, tourism, and sport event management — sparking ideas, forging connections, and advancing innovation in practice.
HRSM Innovation Week 2026 - College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management | University of South Carolina, Complimentary tickets for the Nov. 10 and 11 events are available for students and faculty/staff. Registration Link: https://secure.touchnet.net/C21544_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=8270 .
Admission Cost: Complimentary tickets for the Nov. 10 and 11 events are available for students and faculty/staff.
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Realities of Academic Data Sharing (RADS) Site Visit
The Realities of Academic Data Sharing (RADS) study is a collaborative research project funded by IMLS and undertaken by 12 universities across the US. This study focuses on understanding the costs and practices associated with providing research data management and sharing infrastructure. Now in its third phase, RADS builds on earlier work to identify strategic areas for institutional investment in data management and sharing.
This day-long event will share the outcomes of RADS Phase 2 with a wide range of campus stakeholders, including those who may not have been directly involved in the research project, contextualize the university's institutional data report, facilitate or enhance cross-unit connection, spark future planning conversations, and build momentum for ongoing engagement.
Admission Cost: 0.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Hollings Special Collections Library Program Room.
The Good, the Bad & the Naked of USC History: Historic Horseshoe History Tour
Have you ever been strolling along the Historic Horseshoe bricks and found yourself wondering about the history of Carolina and its traditions? Well, you're in luck! Meet University Archivist Elizabeth West in front of the Caroliniana for a Horseshoe history tour. Learn the origins of the Tiger Burn and what national record Gamecock students set in 1974! Free and open to the public.
Admission Cost: Free.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
South Caroliniana Library 910 Sumter Street.
28th Annual Robert Smalls Lecture
Keynote speaker: Dr. Jarvis McInnis from Duke University
"From Tuskegee to the Black World: Charting a New Genealogy of Black Liberatory Agriculture in Slavery’s Aftermath.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Lumpkin Auditorium, Close-Hipp 830B Reception, Close-Hipp 830C Reception, Close-Hipp 830D Reception, Close-Hipp 830E Reception.
Veterans Day Breakfast
Admission Cost: FREE.
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:00 AM – 9:30 AM.
Russell House University Union 200 Lobby - Special Event.
First-Generation Celebration Week Tailgate & Connections Fair
Celebrate National First-Generation week on Greene Street with the First-Generation Center and campus partners!
Admission Cost: Free.
Friday, November 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
South Carolina Philharmonic: The Masters of Melody
Mozart: “Paris” Symphony, Torke: South, Respighi: The Birds, Prokofiev: Classical Symphony, , Description:
From the elegance of Mozart to the wit of Prokofiev, this vibrant program is a journey through style, color, and imagination. Along the way, music takes flight, landscapes come to life, and tradition is reinvented with playful brilliance. Light, energetic, and full of surprises, this is a concert that rewards curiosity and delights at every turn.
Subscribe today on the South Carolina Philharmonic website, or join the Koger Center newsletter to find out when individual shows go on sale!
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at 803-251-2222 or online.
Buy Tickets.
Admission Cost: Tickets: $23-$74.
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
Southern Exposure: Palmetto Saxophone Quartet
The Palmetto Saxophone Quartet will present a compelling program showcasing the remarkable breadth and vitality of contemporary music for saxophone quartet. Reflecting the ensemble’s commitment to championing new repertoire and innovative artistic voices, the concert features works by eight living composers, including the world premiere of a new composition by David Garner. Audiences will experience a rich variety of compositional styles, from introspective lyricism and expressive textures to exhilarating rhythmic energy and virtuosic interplay. Through this diverse program, the Palmetto Saxophone Quartet highlights the saxophone quartet’s extraordinary versatility and expressive potential as a dynamic medium for contemporary artistic expression.
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All Southern Exposure concerts are FREE, but patrons may reserve seats and support the Southeast’s most adventurous music series! A gift of $175 secures a seat for the entire 2026-27 season. To donate online, click here or contact Audra Vaz at…
Admission Cost: FREE.
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs
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November 13-20, 2026,
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs, By Ana Caro, Translated by UCLA's Diversifying the Classics Project, Directed by Jesse Jou, Longstreet Theatre,
One of only two surviving plays from one of Spain’s most revered female playwrights, The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs is a subversive 17th century comedy whose sharp social critiques still resonate today. When Doña Leonor is suddenly cast aside after being seduced by the faithless Don Juan, she concocts a daring plan to disguise herself as a cunning swordsman (Leonardo), restore her honor, and bring her former lover to justice. Filled with wit, romance and intrigue, this modern translation of Ana Caro’s pioneering masterpiece is a fast-paced theatrical romp about a woman reclaiming her agency in a world designed to deny it.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Longstreet Theatre 219.
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs
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November 13-20, 2026,
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs, By Ana Caro, Translated by UCLA's Diversifying the Classics Project, Directed by Jesse Jou, Longstreet Theatre,
One of only two surviving plays from one of Spain’s most revered female playwrights, The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs is a subversive 17th century comedy whose sharp social critiques still resonate today. When Doña Leonor is suddenly cast aside after being seduced by the faithless Don Juan, she concocts a daring plan to disguise herself as a cunning swordsman (Leonardo), restore her honor, and bring her former lover to justice. Filled with wit, romance and intrigue, this modern translation of Ana Caro’s pioneering masterpiece is a fast-paced theatrical romp about a woman reclaiming her agency in a world designed to deny it.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Longstreet Theatre 219.
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs
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November 13-20, 2026,
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs, By Ana Caro, Translated by UCLA's Diversifying the Classics Project, Directed by Jesse Jou, Longstreet Theatre,
One of only two surviving plays from one of Spain’s most revered female playwrights, The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs is a subversive 17th century comedy whose sharp social critiques still resonate today. When Doña Leonor is suddenly cast aside after being seduced by the faithless Don Juan, she concocts a daring plan to disguise herself as a cunning swordsman (Leonardo), restore her honor, and bring her former lover to justice. Filled with wit, romance and intrigue, this modern translation of Ana Caro’s pioneering masterpiece is a fast-paced theatrical romp about a woman reclaiming her agency in a world designed to deny it.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Longstreet Theatre 219.
Belser Arboretum Monthly Open House
W. Gordon Belser Arboretum Monthly Open House,
Third Sunday of every month from 1 - 4 p.m. 4080 Bloomwood Rd. Columbia, SC 29206,
Take a nature break and bring a friend to USC's wildlife preserve in the heart of Columbia. The open house is the third Sunday of every month with ecology-themed presentations from faculty and regional experts twice each semester. ,
Nature walks every month. Meet at 1:30 in the Outdoor Classroom.
Find all our events and Book Club dates here.
Open Hours: Wednesdays & Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 12 pm, Thursdays 4 - 6 p.m. (Winter 3 - 5 p.m.).
Volunteers welcome! Contact us at arboretum@sc.edu to let us know you're coming. ---, Visit the botanic garden horseshoe, pollinator display gardens, and walk through 10 biomes of South Carolina along a 1/3 mile trail. Special stops are at the longleaf pines atop a bluff of fossilized sand dunes, the boardwalk overlooking a bald cypress swamp, a grove of Atlantic white cypress in the central wetland, and the allee of ancient…
Admission Cost: Free.
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Freeman Parker Chamber Music Concert Series
The USC School of Music’s renowned music faculty performs fresh and vibrant chamber music programs that pair canonic masterpieces alongside brand new works.
Admission Cost: $25 adults. Free for USC School of Music students, faculty and staff.
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs
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November 13-20, 2026,
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs, By Ana Caro, Translated by UCLA's Diversifying the Classics Project, Directed by Jesse Jou, Longstreet Theatre,
One of only two surviving plays from one of Spain’s most revered female playwrights, The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs is a subversive 17th century comedy whose sharp social critiques still resonate today. When Doña Leonor is suddenly cast aside after being seduced by the faithless Don Juan, she concocts a daring plan to disguise herself as a cunning swordsman (Leonardo), restore her honor, and bring her former lover to justice. Filled with wit, romance and intrigue, this modern translation of Ana Caro’s pioneering masterpiece is a fast-paced theatrical romp about a woman reclaiming her agency in a world designed to deny it.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Longstreet Theatre 219.
Carolina vs Clemson Blood Drive
40th Annual Carolina-Clemson Blood Drive: Rivals for a Cause! For four decades, Gamecocks and Tigers have battled for more than just bragging rights on the field – they’ve teamed up to make a life-saving impact through the annual Carolina-Clemson Blood Drive. This year, join us in celebrating the 41st anniversary of this fierce rivalry with a cause! The Carolina-Clemson Blood Drive is your chance to show your Gamecock pride and support those in need by donating blood. Your donation could make the difference between life and death for people across South Carolina, all while helping USC claim the coveted blood drive trophy from our friends in orange. Whether you’re a veteran donor or giving for the first time, we need you in this epic face-off! Let’s out-give, out-shout and outshine Clemson – one pint at a time!
Make your appointment at go.sc.edu/bloodbattle.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, November 16, 2026, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
SEC Conference Room, Russell House University Union 203, Russell House University Union 205, Russell House University Union 202 Lounge, Russell House University Union 204 Lounge.
Carolina vs Clemson Blood Drive
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, November 16, 2026, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Russell House Ballroom.
Native American Archaeology in South Carolina with Chris Judge
Join the South Caroliniana Library and the University South Caroliniana Society for a talk with Chris Judge, State Archaeologist and Assistant Director of Native American Studies at USC Lancaster, on Native American Archaeology in South Carolina!
This lecture presents archaeological data on Native American cultures since the last Ice Age. From the coast to the mountains, archaeological evidence abounds in our state. This lecture looks at the sites and artifacts that tell the history of the state’s Indigenous peoples prior to the arrival of Europeans and Africans.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, November 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
South Caroliniana Library 910 Sumter Street.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, November 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Carolina vs Clemson Blood Drive
40th Annual Carolina-Clemson Blood Drive: Rivals for a Cause! For four decades, Gamecocks and Tigers have battled for more than just bragging rights on the field – they’ve teamed up to make a life-saving impact through the annual Carolina-Clemson Blood Drive. This year, join us in celebrating the 41st anniversary of this fierce rivalry with a cause! The Carolina-Clemson Blood Drive is your chance to show your Gamecock pride and support those in need by donating blood. Your donation could make the difference between life and death for people across South Carolina, all while helping USC claim the coveted blood drive trophy from our friends in orange. Whether you’re a veteran donor or giving for the first time, we need you in this epic face-off! Let’s out-give, out-shout and outshine Clemson – one pint at a time!
Make your appointment at go.sc.edu/bloodbattle.
Admission Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
SEC Conference Room, Russell House University Union 203, Russell House University Union 205, Russell House University Union 202 Lounge, Russell House University Union 204 Lounge.
Carolina vs Clemson Blood Drive
Admission Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Russell House Ballroom.
Stadium Suites w/ Garnet Media Group
Welcome to Stadium Suites—where comfort, community, and college life collide. Just minutes from campus and within walking distance of Williams-Brice Stadium,
Spacious Floor Plans
ALL inclusive, fully furnished, and newly renovated 3x3 and 4x4 units, https://www.scsuites.com/
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Admission Cost: 0.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
RHUU Davis Circle Space 01.
MPH Information Session
Join USC for an MPH Information Session, hosted by the Arnold School of Public Health. Register online for this meeting: https://sc-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/IZH2gHvxRiiWvlh-rxGSfA#/registration.
Admission Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM.
See event description for more details.
Volunteer Lab - Public Heritage Lab
Join USC students in washing and analyzing artifacts excavated on USC's Historic Horseshoe.
Email archaeology@mailbox.sc.edu to reserve your spot.
sites.google.com/view/publicheritagelab.
Admission Cost: N/A.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Hamilton College 143.
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs
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November 13-20, 2026,
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs, By Ana Caro, Translated by UCLA's Diversifying the Classics Project, Directed by Jesse Jou, Longstreet Theatre,
One of only two surviving plays from one of Spain’s most revered female playwrights, The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs is a subversive 17th century comedy whose sharp social critiques still resonate today. When Doña Leonor is suddenly cast aside after being seduced by the faithless Don Juan, she concocts a daring plan to disguise herself as a cunning swordsman (Leonardo), restore her honor, and bring her former lover to justice. Filled with wit, romance and intrigue, this modern translation of Ana Caro’s pioneering masterpiece is a fast-paced theatrical romp about a woman reclaiming her agency in a world designed to deny it.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Longstreet Theatre 219.
University Band: We
Benjamin Pouncey, conductor, Featuring works by Brittin Chambers, Dello Joio, Thomas, Biedenbender, Sousa and Bernstein,
Join the University of South Carolina University Band for an evening of music in the Koger Center for the Arts. “We” is a celebration of the voices, traditions and musical styles that represent the story of America. Through works that reflect the richness and diversity of the American experience, this concert highlights the power of music to unite, inspire and remind us of the connections we share. From bold and energetic to reflective and heartfelt, the program showcases a vibrant tapestry of American composers and musical influences, offering something for every listener. All are invited to experience an evening that celebrates community, creativity and the enduring spirit of the music that brings us together.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium, See Description for Event Location.
Carolina vs Clemson Blood Drive
Admission Cost: Free.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Russell House Ballroom.
Carolina vs Clemson Blood Drive
40th Annual Carolina-Clemson Blood Drive: Rivals for a Cause! For four decades, Gamecocks and Tigers have battled for more than just bragging rights on the field – they’ve teamed up to make a life-saving impact through the annual Carolina-Clemson Blood Drive. This year, join us in celebrating the 41st anniversary of this fierce rivalry with a cause! The Carolina-Clemson Blood Drive is your chance to show your Gamecock pride and support those in need by donating blood. Your donation could make the difference between life and death for people across South Carolina, all while helping USC claim the coveted blood drive trophy from our friends in orange. Whether you’re a veteran donor or giving for the first time, we need you in this epic face-off! Let’s out-give, out-shout and outshine Clemson – one pint at a time!
Make your appointment at go.sc.edu/bloodbattle.
Admission Cost: Free.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
SEC Conference Room, Russell House University Union 203, Russell House University Union 205, Russell House University Union 202 Lounge, Russell House University Union 204 Lounge.
Music Industry Studies Commercial Music Ensemble
Bring a lawn chair or blanket to the Koger Center Outdoor Stage for an exciting performance by the Music Industry Studies Commercial Music Ensembles. This free concert features original songs and crowd-favorite covers.
In the event of rain, the performance with be moved inside to the Koger Center Black Box.
Admission Cost: Free.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
See Description for Event Location. Koger Center Plaza Stage.
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs
,
November 13-20, 2026,
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs, By Ana Caro, Translated by UCLA's Diversifying the Classics Project, Directed by Jesse Jou, Longstreet Theatre,
One of only two surviving plays from one of Spain’s most revered female playwrights, The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs is a subversive 17th century comedy whose sharp social critiques still resonate today. When Doña Leonor is suddenly cast aside after being seduced by the faithless Don Juan, she concocts a daring plan to disguise herself as a cunning swordsman (Leonardo), restore her honor, and bring her former lover to justice. Filled with wit, romance and intrigue, this modern translation of Ana Caro’s pioneering masterpiece is a fast-paced theatrical romp about a woman reclaiming her agency in a world designed to deny it.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Longstreet Theatre 219.
Carolina vs Clemson Blood Drive
Admission Cost: Free.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Russell House Ballroom.
Carolina vs Clemson Blood Drive
40th Annual Carolina-Clemson Blood Drive: Rivals for a Cause! For four decades, Gamecocks and Tigers have battled for more than just bragging rights on the field – they’ve teamed up to make a life-saving impact through the annual Carolina-Clemson Blood Drive. This year, join us in celebrating the 41st anniversary of this fierce rivalry with a cause! The Carolina-Clemson Blood Drive is your chance to show your Gamecock pride and support those in need by donating blood. Your donation could make the difference between life and death for people across South Carolina, all while helping USC claim the coveted blood drive trophy from our friends in orange. Whether you’re a veteran donor or giving for the first time, we need you in this epic face-off! Let’s out-give, out-shout and outshine Clemson – one pint at a time!
Make your appointment at go.sc.edu/bloodbattle.
Admission Cost: Free.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
SEC Conference Room, Russell House University Union 203, Russell House University Union 205, Russell House University Union 202 Lounge, Russell House University Union 204 Lounge.
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs
,
November 13-20, 2026,
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs, By Ana Caro, Translated by UCLA's Diversifying the Classics Project, Directed by Jesse Jou, Longstreet Theatre,
One of only two surviving plays from one of Spain’s most revered female playwrights, The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs is a subversive 17th century comedy whose sharp social critiques still resonate today. When Doña Leonor is suddenly cast aside after being seduced by the faithless Don Juan, she concocts a daring plan to disguise herself as a cunning swordsman (Leonardo), restore her honor, and bring her former lover to justice. Filled with wit, romance and intrigue, this modern translation of Ana Caro’s pioneering masterpiece is a fast-paced theatrical romp about a woman reclaiming her agency in a world designed to deny it.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Longstreet Theatre 219.
Wind Ensemble: Rise
Cormac Cannon, conductor, Ryan Gonzales, guest conductor, Philip Bush, piano,
The USC Wind Ensemble takes flight! Emerging composer Noah Hudson-Camack’s exhilarating fanfare is contrasted with the haunting rising intervals of David Biedenbender’s Enigma. Adam Schoenberg’s Rise is a haunting an evocative journey, while Frank Ticheli’s new work Over the Moon is a joyous and imaginative trip into space. Faculty pianist Philip Bush takes center stage in Olivier Messiaen’s groundbreaking Oiseaux exotiques, based on bird calls from around the world.
Hudson-Camack, Fanfare and Flight, Biedenbender, Enigma Schoenberg, Rise Messiaen, Oiseaux exotiques Ticheli, Over the Moon .
Admission Cost: FREE.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
Carolina vs Clemson Blood Drive
40th Annual Carolina-Clemson Blood Drive: Rivals for a Cause! For four decades, Gamecocks and Tigers have battled for more than just bragging rights on the field – they’ve teamed up to make a life-saving impact through the annual Carolina-Clemson Blood Drive. This year, join us in celebrating the 41st anniversary of this fierce rivalry with a cause! The Carolina-Clemson Blood Drive is your chance to show your Gamecock pride and support those in need by donating blood. Your donation could make the difference between life and death for people across South Carolina, all while helping USC claim the coveted blood drive trophy from our friends in orange. Whether you’re a veteran donor or giving for the first time, we need you in this epic face-off! Let’s out-give, out-shout and outshine Clemson – one pint at a time!
Make your appointment at go.sc.edu/bloodbattle.
Admission Cost: Free.
Friday, November 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
SEC Conference Room, Russell House University Union 203, Russell House University Union 205, Russell House University Union 202 Lounge, Russell House University Union 204 Lounge.
Carolina vs Clemson Blood Drive
Admission Cost: Free.
Friday, November 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Russell House Ballroom.
Home Game Happy Hour hosted by HRSM
Please join the HRSM Alumni Society for a Home Game Happy Hour hosted by HRSM at The Graduate Hotel!
Admission Cost: Free.
Friday, November 20, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs
,
November 13-20, 2026,
The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs, By Ana Caro, Translated by UCLA's Diversifying the Classics Project, Directed by Jesse Jou, Longstreet Theatre,
One of only two surviving plays from one of Spain’s most revered female playwrights, The Courage to Right a Woman’s Wrongs is a subversive 17th century comedy whose sharp social critiques still resonate today. When Doña Leonor is suddenly cast aside after being seduced by the faithless Don Juan, she concocts a daring plan to disguise herself as a cunning swordsman (Leonardo), restore her honor, and bring her former lover to justice. Filled with wit, romance and intrigue, this modern translation of Ana Caro’s pioneering masterpiece is a fast-paced theatrical romp about a woman reclaiming her agency in a world designed to deny it.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Friday, November 20, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Longstreet Theatre 219.
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
The holiday tradition continues!
MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday tradition for over 40 years! Grammy Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that features Mannheim Steamroller Christmas classics in the distinctive Mannheim sound. The program includes 15 musicians playing more than 20 instruments against a backdrop of dazzling multimedia effects – capturing the spirit of the season in an immersive yet intimate setting.
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at 803-251-2222 or online.
Buy Tickets.
Admission Cost: Tickets: $24-$93.
Monday, November 23, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, November 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, November 30, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
HRSM Alumni Metro Diner Meet-up
Please join the HRSM Alumni Society for monthly Metro Diner Meet-ups!
Metro Diner,
106 Percival Rd. Suite 400,
Columbia, SC 29206.
Admission Cost: No admission cost.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
See event description for more details.
Volunteer Lab - Public Heritage Lab
Join USC students in washing and analyzing artifacts excavated on USC's Historic Horseshoe.
Email archaeology@mailbox.sc.edu to reserve your spot.
sites.google.com/view/publicheritagelab.
Admission Cost: N/A.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Hamilton College 143.
M.S. in Epidemiology Information Session
Join us to learn more about the M.S. in Epidemiology program at the University of South Carolina. Please register in advance for this information session: https://sc-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/MrkrxMLoRTWV4Kvk7AxLzg, After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the session.
Admission Cost: Free.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
See event description for more details.
Hip Hop Wednesday
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
RHUU Greene Street.
Student Choreography Showcase
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December 2-4, 2026 ,
Student Choreography Showcase, Drayton Hall Theatre,
Prepare to be amazed as our student choreographers take the stage with a dynamic program of bold, original works they have imagined, created, and directed from start to finish. This biannual showcase celebrates the creativity, vision, and innovation of our emerging dance artists and offers a thrilling opportunity to witness the future of dance in action.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Drayton Hall 141.
Greene Crossing GMG Table Showcase 2
Welcome to Greene Crossing; top-notch off-campus apartments near the University of South Carolina. We offer fully-furnished studios, 1, 2, 3, and 4 bedroom apartments!
Admission Cost: 0.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
RHUU Davis Circle Space 01.
The ROOST w/ Garnet Media Group
Room to Rise. Right Here in Columbia.
Just minutes from USC, The Roost is where student living truly takes flight. With the most spacious floor plans in Columbia, you’ve got space to study, unwind, host, and grow—all at your own pace. https://www.livetheroost.com/.
Admission Cost: 0.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
RHUU Davis Circle Space 02.
Thursday After Dark: Winter Village
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Davis Field I - RHUU Side.
Student Choreography Showcase
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December 2-4, 2026 ,
Student Choreography Showcase, Drayton Hall Theatre,
Prepare to be amazed as our student choreographers take the stage with a dynamic program of bold, original works they have imagined, created, and directed from start to finish. This biannual showcase celebrates the creativity, vision, and innovation of our emerging dance artists and offers a thrilling opportunity to witness the future of dance in action.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Drayton Hall 141.
USC Symphony Orchestra: Bernstein’s Jeremiah Symphony
The USC Symphony Orchestra presents a powerful evening of symphonic masterworks featuring mezzo-soprano Rachel Calloway in Leonard Bernstein’s Symphony No. 1, “Jeremiah.” Blending orchestral brilliance with a deeply moving vocal finale, Bernstein’s first symphony reflects themes of prophecy, loss, and hope.
The program opens with Dora Pejacevic’s Symphony in F-sharp Minor, a richly expressive work by the pioneering Croatian composer whose music is gaining renewed international recognition. Together, these compelling works offer an evening of passion, drama, and profound emotional depth.
Program
Dora Pejacevic – Symphony in F-sharp Minor
Bernstein – Symphony No. 1, “Jeremiah”
Tickets are available in-person at Koger Center Box Office (803-251-2222, Monday–Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or online at KogerCenterForTheArts.com.
Admission Cost: General public - $30
Seniors/military / USC faculty and staff - $25
Children under 18 and non-USC students with ID - $8
USC Students - free with student ID.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts, See Description for Event Location.
Student Choreography Showcase
,
December 2-4, 2026 ,
Student Choreography Showcase, Drayton Hall Theatre,
Prepare to be amazed as our student choreographers take the stage with a dynamic program of bold, original works they have imagined, created, and directed from start to finish. This biannual showcase celebrates the creativity, vision, and innovation of our emerging dance artists and offers a thrilling opportunity to witness the future of dance in action.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Friday, December 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Drayton Hall 141.
The Nutcracker by Columbia Classical Ballet
Join in on Columbia Classical Ballet’s holiday tradition, their fantastic production of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker.”
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at 803-251-2222 or online.
Reserve Your Seats,
OR,
Buy General Admission Tickets.
Admission Cost: Tickets: $22-$49.
Friday, December 4, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
The Nutcracker by Columbia Classical Ballet
Join in on Columbia Classical Ballet’s holiday tradition, their fantastic production of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker.”
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at 803-251-2222 or online.
Reserve Your Seats,
OR,
Buy General Admission Tickets.
Admission Cost: Tickets: $22-$49.
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
The Nutcracker by Columbia Classical Ballet
Join in on Columbia Classical Ballet’s holiday tradition, their fantastic production of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker.”
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at 803-251-2222 or online.
Reserve Your Seats,
OR,
Buy General Admission Tickets.
Admission Cost: Tickets: $22-$49.
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
The Nutcracker by Columbia Classical Ballet
Join in on Columbia Classical Ballet’s holiday tradition, their fantastic production of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker.”
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at 803-251-2222 or online.
Reserve Your Seats,
OR,
Buy General Admission Tickets.
Admission Cost: Tickets: $22-$49.
Sunday, December 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, December 7, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
2026 Economic Outlook Conference
Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. USC Pastides Alumni Center, Get more info and register to attend,
In 2026, South Carolina’s economic momentum has slowed. Despite low unemployment, positive growth in most industrial sectors, and a record high stock market, new economic headwinds have emerged that threaten to stall the Palmetto State’s economic growth heading into 2027. The biggest of these headwinds is a major increase in energy prices, which has caused inflation to rebound. Prices are currently rising faster than wages, eroding the purchasing power of consumers and compounding the affordability challenges already facing South Carolinians – from gas and groceries to housing prices.
South Carolina’s economy continues to be one of the fastest growing in the nation, and is currently ranked 1st in population growth. Yet persistently high inflation could significantly weigh on consumer spending and slow business investment, potentially leading to a period of stagflation in 2027 – a stagnant…
Admission Cost: See event details.
Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
See Description for Event Location.
The Good, the Bad & the Naked of USC History: Historic Horseshoe History Tour
Have you ever been strolling along the Historic Horseshoe bricks and found yourself wondering about the history of Carolina and its traditions? Well, you're in luck! Meet University Archivist Elizabeth West in front of the Caroliniana for a Horseshoe history tour. Learn the origins of the Tiger Burn and what national record Gamecock students set in 1974! Free and open to the public.
Admission Cost: Free.
Thursday, December 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
South Caroliniana Library 910 Sumter Street.
South Carolina Ballet: William Starrett's Nutcracker
Live Orchestra Announced for Every South Carolina Ballet Nutcracker Performance at the Koger Center!
South Carolina Ballet (Columbia City Ballet) has announced that every 2026 performance of William Starrett’s Nutcracker at the Koger Center for the Arts, the company’s hometown stage in Columbia, SC, will feature live music by the South Carolina Ballet Orchestra.
Conducted by Scott Weiss, the orchestra will perform Tchaikovsky’s iconic Nutcracker score live at all six performances on December 12, 13, 19, and 20.
The addition of live orchestral music brings a new dimension to one of Columbia’s most established holiday traditions, pairing the professional dancers of South Carolina Ballet with the full sound of Tchaikovsky’s score at every matinee and evening performance.
Enhance Your Matinee with the Nutcracker Tea Party
Families attending a matinee performance can make their visit to the Koger Center even more memorable with South Carolina Ballet’s signature Nutcracker Tea Party.
Guests will enjoy…
Admission Cost: Tickets: $49-$81.
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
South Carolina Ballet: William Starrett's Nutcracker
Live Orchestra Announced for Every South Carolina Ballet Nutcracker Performance at the Koger Center!
South Carolina Ballet (Columbia City Ballet) has announced that every 2026 performance of William Starrett’s Nutcracker at the Koger Center for the Arts, the company’s hometown stage in Columbia, SC, will feature live music by the South Carolina Ballet Orchestra.
Conducted by Scott Weiss, the orchestra will perform Tchaikovsky’s iconic Nutcracker score live at all six performances on December 12, 13, 19, and 20.
The addition of live orchestral music brings a new dimension to one of Columbia’s most established holiday traditions, pairing the professional dancers of South Carolina Ballet with the full sound of Tchaikovsky’s score at every matinee and evening performance.
Enhance Your Matinee with the Nutcracker Tea Party
Families attending a matinee performance can make their visit to the Koger Center even more memorable with South Carolina Ballet’s signature Nutcracker Tea Party.
Guests will enjoy…
Admission Cost: Tickets: $49-$81.
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
South Carolina Ballet: William Starrett's Nutcracker
Live Orchestra Announced for Every South Carolina Ballet Nutcracker Performance at the Koger Center!
South Carolina Ballet (Columbia City Ballet) has announced that every 2026 performance of William Starrett’s Nutcracker at the Koger Center for the Arts, the company’s hometown stage in Columbia, SC, will feature live music by the South Carolina Ballet Orchestra.
Conducted by Scott Weiss, the orchestra will perform Tchaikovsky’s iconic Nutcracker score live at all six performances on December 12, 13, 19, and 20.
The addition of live orchestral music brings a new dimension to one of Columbia’s most established holiday traditions, pairing the professional dancers of South Carolina Ballet with the full sound of Tchaikovsky’s score at every matinee and evening performance.
Enhance Your Matinee with the Nutcracker Tea Party
Families attending a matinee performance can make their visit to the Koger Center even more memorable with South Carolina Ballet’s signature Nutcracker Tea Party.
Guests will enjoy…
Admission Cost: Tickets: $49-$81.
Sunday, December 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, December 14, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Volunteer Lab - Public Heritage Lab
Join USC students in washing and analyzing artifacts excavated on USC's Historic Horseshoe.
Email archaeology@mailbox.sc.edu to reserve your spot.
sites.google.com/view/publicheritagelab.
Admission Cost: N/A.
Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Eliza: A Chamber Opera
Their market. Their city. Their legacy.
The Jonathan Green Maritime Cultural Center has commissioned an exciting new chamber opera, Eliza, premiering at the Koger Center Columbia on December 16, 2026. We’re bringing the little known story of the African Market Women who ran the Charleston City Market for over 200 years to the stage and their magnificence during the Revolutionary War!
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at 803-251-2222 or online.
Purchase Tickets.
Admission Cost: Tickets: $42-$163.
Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
South Carolina Philharmonic: Home for the Holidays
Make this cherished tradition part of your season. Filled with festive favorites and heartwarming melodies, this concert captures the joy, nostalgia, and togetherness of the holidays. It’s a chance to pause, gather, and celebrate with music that feels like home. With just one performance, tickets become part of the tradition — secure yours early.
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at 803-251-2222 or online.
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Admission Cost: Tickets: $16.50-$69.
Thursday, December 17, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
GUMBO Experience Concert Series: Christmas Edition
The G.U.M.B.O Experience Concert Series: Christmas Edition is coming to the Koger Center on December 18!
NO TICKET PRICE, BUT WE STILL NEED YOU TO REGISTER — YOUR GIVEBACK IS YOUR ADMISSION!
Bring canned goods, nonperishable food items, and/or toys for entry as we come together to bless families in our community this Christmas!
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Reserve your spot for this event via EventBrite.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Friday, December 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
South Carolina Ballet: William Starrett's Nutcracker
Live Orchestra Announced for Every South Carolina Ballet Nutcracker Performance at the Koger Center!
South Carolina Ballet (Columbia City Ballet) has announced that every 2026 performance of William Starrett’s Nutcracker at the Koger Center for the Arts, the company’s hometown stage in Columbia, SC, will feature live music by the South Carolina Ballet Orchestra.
Conducted by Scott Weiss, the orchestra will perform Tchaikovsky’s iconic Nutcracker score live at all six performances on December 12, 13, 19, and 20.
The addition of live orchestral music brings a new dimension to one of Columbia’s most established holiday traditions, pairing the professional dancers of South Carolina Ballet with the full sound of Tchaikovsky’s score at every matinee and evening performance.
Enhance Your Matinee with the Nutcracker Tea Party
Families attending a matinee performance can make their visit to the Koger Center even more memorable with South Carolina Ballet’s signature Nutcracker Tea Party.
Guests will enjoy…
Admission Cost: Tickets: $49-$81.
Saturday, December 19, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
South Carolina Ballet: William Starrett's Nutcracker
Live Orchestra Announced for Every South Carolina Ballet Nutcracker Performance at the Koger Center!
South Carolina Ballet (Columbia City Ballet) has announced that every 2026 performance of William Starrett’s Nutcracker at the Koger Center for the Arts, the company’s hometown stage in Columbia, SC, will feature live music by the South Carolina Ballet Orchestra.
Conducted by Scott Weiss, the orchestra will perform Tchaikovsky’s iconic Nutcracker score live at all six performances on December 12, 13, 19, and 20.
The addition of live orchestral music brings a new dimension to one of Columbia’s most established holiday traditions, pairing the professional dancers of South Carolina Ballet with the full sound of Tchaikovsky’s score at every matinee and evening performance.
Enhance Your Matinee with the Nutcracker Tea Party
Families attending a matinee performance can make their visit to the Koger Center even more memorable with South Carolina Ballet’s signature Nutcracker Tea Party.
Guests will enjoy…
Admission Cost: Tickets: $49-$81.
Saturday, December 19, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
Belser Arboretum Monthly Open House
W. Gordon Belser Arboretum Monthly Open House,
Third Sunday of every month from 1 - 4 p.m. 4080 Bloomwood Rd. Columbia, SC 29206,
Take a nature break and bring a friend to USC's wildlife preserve in the heart of Columbia. The open house is the third Sunday of every month with ecology-themed presentations from faculty and regional experts twice each semester. ,
Nature walks every month. Meet at 1:30 in the Outdoor Classroom.
Find all our events and Book Club dates here.
Open Hours: Wednesdays & Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 12 pm, Thursdays 4 - 6 p.m. (Winter 3 - 5 p.m.).
Volunteers welcome! Contact us at arboretum@sc.edu to let us know you're coming. ---, Visit the botanic garden horseshoe, pollinator display gardens, and walk through 10 biomes of South Carolina along a 1/3 mile trail. Special stops are at the longleaf pines atop a bluff of fossilized sand dunes, the boardwalk overlooking a bald cypress swamp, a grove of Atlantic white cypress in the central wetland, and the allee of ancient…
Admission Cost: Free.
Sunday, December 20, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
South Carolina Ballet: William Starrett's Nutcracker
Live Orchestra Announced for Every South Carolina Ballet Nutcracker Performance at the Koger Center!
South Carolina Ballet (Columbia City Ballet) has announced that every 2026 performance of William Starrett’s Nutcracker at the Koger Center for the Arts, the company’s hometown stage in Columbia, SC, will feature live music by the South Carolina Ballet Orchestra.
Conducted by Scott Weiss, the orchestra will perform Tchaikovsky’s iconic Nutcracker score live at all six performances on December 12, 13, 19, and 20.
The addition of live orchestral music brings a new dimension to one of Columbia’s most established holiday traditions, pairing the professional dancers of South Carolina Ballet with the full sound of Tchaikovsky’s score at every matinee and evening performance.
Enhance Your Matinee with the Nutcracker Tea Party
Families attending a matinee performance can make their visit to the Koger Center even more memorable with South Carolina Ballet’s signature Nutcracker Tea Party.
Guests will enjoy…
Admission Cost: Tickets: $49-$81.
Sunday, December 20, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
Live in the Lobby Jazz: Eve of the Eve
Due to the popularity and demand of our annual holiday show collaboration with ColaJazz, in 2026 we are offering two performances of Eve of the Eve! Join us on either December 22 or 23 to continue (or start) a cherished local holiday tradition!
About ColaJazz
The ColaJazz Foundation is dedicated to growing, supporting and promoting jazz in the Midlands through events, education, recordings, resources and advocacy in order to create a thriving culturally rich community.
We aim to be the driving beat in jazz education, performance and outreach providing opportunities for all from the musician to the student to the audience. We strive to serve our community, create cultural enrichment and make our capital city a premiere jazz destination in the southeast.
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at 803-251-2222 or online.
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Admission Cost: Tickets: $39-$44.
Tuesday, December 22, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
Live in the Lobby Jazz: Eve of the Eve
Due to the popularity and demand of our annual holiday show collaboration with ColaJazz, in 2026 we are offering two performances of Eve of the Eve! Join us on either December 22 or 23 to continue (or start) a cherished local holiday tradition!
About ColaJazz
The ColaJazz Foundation is dedicated to growing, supporting and promoting jazz in the Midlands through events, education, recordings, resources and advocacy in order to create a thriving culturally rich community.
We aim to be the driving beat in jazz education, performance and outreach providing opportunities for all from the musician to the student to the audience. We strive to serve our community, create cultural enrichment and make our capital city a premiere jazz destination in the southeast.
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at 803-251-2222 or online.
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Admission Cost: Tickets: $39-$44.
Wednesday, December 23, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
South Carolina Philharmonic: Beethoven (250) & Blue Jeans
Guest Artist: Zuill Bailey, cello,
Program Overview: Beethoven: Leonore Overture No. 3, Visions of Humanity and Unity (America 250 Consortium), Composers: Chanda Dancy-Morizawa, Mark O’Connor, Avner Dorman, Zhou Tian, Enrico Chapela, Beethoven: Symphony No. 4, Description:
Celebrate Beethoven’s legacy on the 250th anniversary of his death in a program that bridges past and present. From the heroic Leonore Overture No. 3 to his playful Symphony No. 4 – you’ll experience Beethoven’s wide range of musical colors.
At the center of this concert is Visions of Humanity and Unity, a new work by composers Chanda Dancy-Morizawa, Mark O’Connor, Avner Dorman, Zhou Tian, and Enrico Chapela, commissioned for the nationwide America 250 initiative and performed by orchestras throughout the United States.
Subscribe to the South Carolina Philharmonic this season to get tickets, or join the Koger Center’s e-newsletter to receive information about single tickets when they go on sale!
For more information please…
Admission Cost: Tickets: $16-$83.
Saturday, January 9, 2027, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
A Beautiful Noise: The Niel Diamond Musical
Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like “America,” “Forever in Blue Jeans,” and “Sweet Caroline,” an induction into the Songwriters and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame, a Grammy® Lifetime Achievement Award, and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis, Neil Diamond’s story was made to shine on Broadway-and head out on the road across America.
Like Jersey Boys and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical before it, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir, that tells the untold true story of how America’s greatest hitmaker became a star, set to the songs that defined his career.
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at…
Admission Cost: Tickets: $24.50-$83.
Friday, January 15, 2027, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
A Beautiful Noise: The Niel Diamond Musical
Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like “America,” “Forever in Blue Jeans,” and “Sweet Caroline,” an induction into the Songwriters and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame, a Grammy® Lifetime Achievement Award, and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis, Neil Diamond’s story was made to shine on Broadway-and head out on the road across America.
Like Jersey Boys and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical before it, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir, that tells the untold true story of how America’s greatest hitmaker became a star, set to the songs that defined his career.
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at…
Admission Cost: Tickets: $24.50-$83.
Saturday, January 16, 2027, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
A Beautiful Noise: The Niel Diamond Musical
Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like “America,” “Forever in Blue Jeans,” and “Sweet Caroline,” an induction into the Songwriters and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame, a Grammy® Lifetime Achievement Award, and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis, Neil Diamond’s story was made to shine on Broadway-and head out on the road across America.
Like Jersey Boys and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical before it, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir, that tells the untold true story of how America’s greatest hitmaker became a star, set to the songs that defined his career.
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at…
Admission Cost: Tickets: $24.50-$83.
Saturday, January 16, 2027, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
A Beautiful Noise: The Niel Diamond Musical
Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like “America,” “Forever in Blue Jeans,” and “Sweet Caroline,” an induction into the Songwriters and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame, a Grammy® Lifetime Achievement Award, and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis, Neil Diamond’s story was made to shine on Broadway-and head out on the road across America.
Like Jersey Boys and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical before it, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir, that tells the untold true story of how America’s greatest hitmaker became a star, set to the songs that defined his career.
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at…
Admission Cost: Tickets: $24.50-$83.
Sunday, January 17, 2027, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
Belser Arboretum Monthly Open House
W. Gordon Belser Arboretum Monthly Open House,
Third Sunday of every month from 1 - 4 p.m. 4080 Bloomwood Rd. Columbia, SC 29206,
Take a nature break and bring a friend to USC's wildlife preserve in the heart of Columbia. The open house is the third Sunday of every month with ecology-themed presentations from faculty and regional experts twice each semester. ,
Nature walks every month. Meet at 1:30 in the Outdoor Classroom.
Find all our events and Book Club dates here.
Open Hours: Wednesdays & Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 12 pm, Thursdays 4 - 6 p.m. (Winter 3 - 5 p.m.).
Volunteers welcome! Contact us at arboretum@sc.edu to let us know you're coming. ---, Visit the botanic garden horseshoe, pollinator display gardens, and walk through 10 biomes of South Carolina along a 1/3 mile trail. Special stops are at the longleaf pines atop a bluff of fossilized sand dunes, the boardwalk overlooking a bald cypress swamp, a grove of Atlantic white cypress in the central wetland, and the allee of ancient…
Admission Cost: Free.
Sunday, January 17, 2027, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
A Beautiful Noise: The Niel Diamond Musical
Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like “America,” “Forever in Blue Jeans,” and “Sweet Caroline,” an induction into the Songwriters and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame, a Grammy® Lifetime Achievement Award, and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis, Neil Diamond’s story was made to shine on Broadway-and head out on the road across America.
Like Jersey Boys and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical before it, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir, that tells the untold true story of how America’s greatest hitmaker became a star, set to the songs that defined his career.
For more information please call 803-777-7500 or email kogercenter@sc.edu.
Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at…
Admission Cost: Tickets: $24.50-$83.
Sunday, January 17, 2027, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
The Palmetto Opera: Don Giovanni
Join The Palmetto Opera at the Koger Center for a special matinee performance of Mozart’s electrifying masterpiece, Don Giovanni. The Palmetto Opera will present a full-scale production of this legendary opera for one performance only. Featuring Teatro Lirico d’Europa and an internationally renowned cast, this thrilling afternoon of opera brings Mozart’s genius vividly to life.
Set in 17th century Spain, Don Giovanni tells the story of the infamous libertine whose relentless pursuit of pleasure leaves a trail of betrayal, heartbreak, and vengeance. As Don Giovanni’s reckless seductions collide with the forces of justice, the opera races toward a dramatic and unforgettable conclusion. Blending comedy, tragedy, romance, and the supernatural, Don Giovanni is widely regarded as one of the greatest operas ever written.
From lively ensembles and memorable arias to moments of profound moral reckoning, Mozart’s score is endlessly inventive and emotionally powerful. Beloved selections include the champagne aria…
Admission Cost: Tickets: $44-$76.
Sunday, January 24, 2027, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.