Lexington County

Thursday, Jan. 22

The Dick Goodwin Big Band at Chayz Lounge
On Thursday at Chayz Lounge, located at 607 Meeting St. in West Columbia, is The Dick Goodwin Big Band performance, in which doors open at 6 p.m. and showtime is at 7 p.m. Tickets, priced at $25, are required for this event. “Join Dick Goodwin for this unforgettable concert experience with his 12-piece band, including a talented brass section and the amazing vocalist Kristi Kirk Hood,” according to the Chayz Lounge website. “You'll enjoy popular songs from iconic artists like The Beatles, Earth Wind & Fire, Chick Corea, Stevie Wonder, Dionne Warwick, and more.” Buy tickets and learn more at www.chayzlounge.com/events.

Friday, Jan. 23

Singer and Keyboardist William Green at Chayz Lounge
On Friday at Chayz Lounge, located at 607 Meeting St. in West Columbia, singer and keyboardist William Green performs. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and showtime is at 7:30 p.m. Tickets, priced at $35, are required for this event. “Spend the evening with William Green as he shares music from his new album Good To Go and delivers smooth jazz and soul classics by artists like Stevie Wonder, Gregory Porter, Roy Ayers, Cameo, and more,” according to the Chayz Lounge website. Buy tickets and learn more at www.chayzlounge.com/events.

“12 Angry Jurors” at Village Square Theatre
From Jan. 23 to Feb. 1, “12 Angry Jurors” is showing at Village Square Theatre on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, located at 105 Caughman Rd. in Lexington. “A seemingly open-and-shut murder case unravels as twelve jurors must confront their own biases and doubts in this powerful courtroom drama about justice, prejudice, and the importance of reasonable doubt,” according to the theater’s website. “Based on the television movie, 12 Angry Men.” Friday and Saturday showings are at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday showings are at 3 p.m. Adult tickets are $20, senior, military and college student tickets are $18, and tickets for viewers 17 and under cost $15. There is a $2 fee for all tickets purchased with a credit card. Learn more and buy tickets at www.villagesquaretheatre.com/tickets/. 

Saturday, Jan. 24

Lake Murray History Cruise on The Spirit of Lake Murray
On Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., you can hop on The Spirit of Lake Murray boat and learn about local history. The cost is $39.99; buy tickets at spiritoflakemurray.com/charters/. “Embark on a 2-hour scenic history cruise exploring Lake Murray’s hidden stories and landmarks,” according to Capital City Lake Murray. “Discover the history of Bomb Island and its famous Purple Martins, learn the legend of The Spirit of Lake Murray, and see landmarks often missed from shore. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from Spirits Bar & Grill during the cruise.” 

Lexington Munching on Main Tour with Two Gals and a Fork
On Saturday from 3 to 5:30 p.m. in downtown Lexington, you can eat at five top local restaurants and learn local history from JR Fennel of the Lexington County Museum with Two Gals and a Fork Food Tours. The event costs $55. “​If you are seeking a cultural and culinary experience, then you've come to the right place. We want to share Columbia, Newberry, and Lexington with you...one step, one bite, one morsel of history at a time,” according to twogalsfoodtours.com. “Our historical walking food tours are an entertaining and educational way to introduce these wonderful destinations to your friends, families, association members, or corporate clients. Let Two Gals and a Fork Food Tours show you the best that ‘famously hot’ Columbia, ‘quaint and friendly’ Newberry, and ‘charming and revitalized’ Lexington have to offer.” Learn more and buy tickets at twogalsfoodtours.com.

Singer Jamie Wright at Chayz Lounge
On Saturday at Chayz Lounge, located at 607 Meeting St. in West Columbia, singer Jamie Wright performs. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and showtime is at 8 p.m. Tickets, priced at $45, are required for this event. “Spend the evening with songstress Jamie Wright and Rod Foster & Company as they deliver an unforgettable night of soul grooves,” according to the Chayz Lounge website. “They'll have you grooving to the music of Chaka Khan, The Whispers, Anita Baker & more.” Buy tickets and learn more at www.chayzlounge.com/events.

Richland County

Friday, Jan. 23

Free Fridays at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden 
“Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will once again offer complimentary admission to taxpaying residents of Lexington and Richland Counties every Friday during January and February,” according to the zoo’s website. “Valid proof of residency is required. Please present a property tax statement, vehicle registration, South Carolina driver’s license, or photo ID at any ticket window for free entry to the park.” The zoo is located at 500 Wildlife Pkwy. in Columbia, and Friday hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn more at riverbanks.org. 

Áróra at the SC State Museum
On Friday, at 1:30 p.m., at the SC State Museum, located at 301 Gervais St. in Columbia, you can experience a simulation of the northern lights in South Carolina. Tickets range from $15-18 and the show is family friendly. “Explore the beauty of the Northern Lights in the digital dome planetarium experience, ‘Áróra!’ This immersive cinematic journey takes guests across remote Icelandic landscapes and into space to find and understand these mystical, eerie lights,” according to the museum’s website. “During this award-winning show created by some of Iceland’s best-known scientists, writers, photographers and musicians, you will not only witness the beauty of the aurora above Earth, but also explore how these stunning displays of colors have also been seen on other planets and moons throughout our galaxy.” There are additional showings on other days. The show lasts 21 minutes. Visit scmuseum.org/explore/astronomy/planetarium/arora to learn more and buy tickets.