Experience the sun-soaked outdoor dining scene in our capital, where locals and visitors alike socialize at the table al fresco nearly year-round. Our diverse culinary scene has options ranging from...
Read MoreWhether you are visiting the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center for a meeting, sporting event or social gathering, there are plenty of places to grab a bite to eat nearby. STRICTLY BUSINESS: When...
Read MoreIn the post-COVID-19 era, you may find yourself looking at the spaces you visit and thinking: “how clean are they, really?” At CMCC, we have gone above and beyond to assure our visitors that it doesn...
Read MoreBringing You Safe, Creative Options to Host Your Events We're thrilled to be hosting events at the CMCC again. None of us anticipated the challenges we'd face over the past year, but as experienced...
Read MoreOpen for Events We're excited to be open and safely hosting events. Nothing compares with the real connections, ideas, and engagement that happen when you gather face to face. Since reopening in June...
Read MoreNo one could have imagined as we stepped into 2020 that in just a couple short months, the whole world, and our industry with it, would come to a screeching halt. So many plans, so much preparation...
Read MoreGot a craving for something sweet? We've got just the thing.
Read MoreWant to get a breath of fresh air here in the Capital City? We've got just the place for you to refresh, recharge, and connect with nature.
Read MoreOne of the best things about the convention center is its versatility. It can go from hosting a laid back event like a Comic Con to hosting a black-tie affair with the same rooms and space. The CMCC...
Read MoreThe convention center transformed into a buffet of epic proportions on September 15th, thanks to Touch of Magic Events, who planned the Midlands Food Truck Festival and Marketplace. This is the first...
Read MoreCatching a concert with close friends can be one of the best ways to spend an evening, don’t you think? Sometimes, though, you don’t have the time (or money) in advance to buy a ticket to a big show...
Read MoreYou’ve created a vision for your event, booked a venue, and outlined the agenda. Congrats! Now it’s time to nail down your vendors and marketing tactics. What about an event photographer. It’s a...
Read MoreIf you're looking for some great international cuisine, you don't have look much further than Columbia's backyard. You'll find food options from Jamaican, to Thai, to Japanese and everywhere in between.
Read MoreSoda City Comic Con is Here It's that time of year again! The premier comic con of South Carolina is coming to Columbia. This year it's bringing with it big names like Michael Rooker and Seth Gilliam...
Read MoreNeed a bit of summertime dinner menu inspiration? Look no further than this smorgasbord for the senses, lovingly prepared by our own Chef Tom Kasperski.
Read MoreEveryone's welcome at the Convention Center. Just ask the fine folks from NashiCon, one of South Carolina's largest annual anime conventions, hosted right here in the heart of the Vista.
Read MoreHosting a military ball is no easy feat. Learn more about how the CMCC pulled it off.
Read MoreParking and transportation, Wi-Fi access, attire expectations—communicate early and often about all of these things to ensure your event is a success.
Read MoreBleacher rentals, digital signage, on-call ticket takers - why wouldn't you want to host your sporting event at the CMCC?
Read MoreThe Convention Center is the perfect place to host this important rite of passage.
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