Each year, Columbia Association (CA) offers a series of free Welcome Events for Columbia residents. These events are not only entertaining, but they also provide a platform for you to relax, meet your neighbors, visit CA facilities and parks, celebrate Columbia’s diversity and learn more about our community’s rich history. Mark your calendar now to take advantage of these FREE offerings throughout the year. For more details about any of these events, visit ColumbiaCalendar.org.
| Dog Day Afternoon |
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Sat, Apr 17 • 11am-2pm • Hopewell Park
Columbia residents and their four-legged friends are invited out to an afternoon of games, treats and entertaining activities.
Keep your pet’s heart healthy and tail wagging at Dog Day Afternoon |
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| BikeAbout |
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Sat, May 8 • Staggered Start 9-10am • Downtown Columbia Lakefront
Enjoy the beauty of Columbia’s paths and discover Columbia history on this free, self-guided, family-friendly bike ride.
Pedal your way through Columbia’s unique history |
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| Lakefront Wednesdays |
Wed, May 19 – Jul 14 • 12-2pm • Downtown Columbia Lakefront
Join the downtown Columbia community for free lunchtime entertainment!
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| Lakefront Festival |
Nightly, Late Jun – Mid Sep • Dusk • Downtown Columbia Lakefront
On summer nights, enjoy free outdoor movies and concerts on the lakefront. On Fridays, come early for Dancin’ Under the People Tree. Schedules are available in June.
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| KidsDay |
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Sat, Jun 26 • 12-3pm • Hopewell Mini-WaterPark
Join us for a free, fun-filled afternoon for the whole family with games, entertainment and water fun.
Splish and splash your day away at KidsDay |
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| International Day |
Sat, Jul 24 • 12-10pm • Downtown Columbia Lakefront
Celebrate Columbia’s diversity by attending an all-day celebration of arts, foods, crafts and music from Columbia’s diverse cultural palette.
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| Día de la Familia |
Sat, Sep 25 • 12-3pm • Columbia SportsPark
Commemorating Hispanic Heritage Month, this free event will offer fun and games for the entire family, including miniature golf, batting cages, a moon-bounce, ethnic music, a salsa dance competition and food.
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