Events in Columbus today

Enjoy a free outdoor yoga session at Daisy Park, hosted by Highside Market and Club Pilates. Designed for adults of all ages, the class welcomes both beginners and experienced practitioners. Expect a calming flow that encourages stretching, relaxation, and community connection in a scenic park setting. There is no cost to attend. Please bring your own yoga mat or a towel. Reservations are recommended.

The Loft becomes a showcase of Southern sound each week, blending blues, country, and Southern rock into a live experience made for singing along. Hosted by Jesse Shelby and Jason Ezzell, the evening brings plenty of heart and high energy. Admission is free, so enjoy a drink, lend your voice, and take in beloved favorites that land best on stage.

Expecting a baby? Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown offers a free maternity tour that introduces families to the care and services available from the very beginning. Guided visits highlight the High-Risk Antepartum Unit, the 24/7 Obstetrics Emergency Department, Labor and Delivery, and the Mother Baby unit, and they include a Q&A with details on visitation policies. Each expectant parent may bring one guest, and children are not permitted. Space is limited and advance registration is required. The Midtown campus also provides additional women and children’s services, including a NICU, OB/GYN hospitalists, midwifery, maternal fetal medicine, and pediatric care at the Bill and Olivia Amos Children’s Hospital.

Prepare to serve as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for children in foster care through a pre-service training that blends weekly in-person classes with independent online coursework. The series is led by CASA staff who provide guidance and support throughout the process. The program begins with an orientation followed by five consecutive weeks of instruction. Participation is dependent on completing the volunteer application, interview, and screening requirements.

At The Bibb Mill, Sit + Stay Social offers an evening in support of Paws Humane Society. The program includes a cocktail hour, dinner, live music, and recognition of honorees Jenifer Amos and Chief Salvatore J. Scarpa for exemplary commitment and leadership in the community. Attendees can connect with one another and take part in a silent auction benefiting the lifesaving efforts of Paws Humane Society. Business casual attire is suggested. Tickets are available.

Joe Gransden’s Big Band salutes Tony Bennett with a program that celebrates a hundred years of style, swinging rhythms, and song. A full 22-piece orchestra with a powerful brass section brings favorites from his catalog to life, including The Good Life and I Left My Heart in San Francisco. Timeless and refined, joyful and uplifting, this celebration showcases why these standards never fade.

Returning under the Sapphire Affairs banner, this Luxe Petals, balloons, and draping masterclass offers an immersive, intimate learning experience at Echo Event Center in Columbus, GA. Geared toward aspiring creatives, it blends live demos with hands-on buildouts, planning and budgeting guidance, and direct access to instructors. Shenece Oriuwa lends her signature style as participants collaborate to transform a space into a memorable, one-of-a-kind showcase. Expect a clear, repeatable process for designing rooms worth 500k, along with practical ways to adapt that impact for everyday clients. Travel is straightforward, with Columbus about 90 minutes from Atlanta or accessible by flight into the city. A detailed schedule, instructor roster, and guest speaker information will be announced, with appreciation noted for the guidance of Preston Bailey.

A COMU docent leads a one-hour tour that shines a light on The Columbus Museum’s permanent collection. Participants explore American art and the region’s history while viewing standout pieces from the galleries. The program is free, and no advance registration is needed.