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Dave & Buster's
EntertainmentRound up the crew for Dave & Buster's, where you can crush High-Tech Darts and Social Shuffle, dive into The Arena with up to seven…
Dave & Buster's
EntertainmentFort Jackson Golf Club
EntertainmentTwo championship layouts, serious practice space, and a roomy clubhouse with a pro shop, snack bar, and lounge make Fort Jackson Golf Club…
Fort Jackson Golf Club
EntertainmentCharwood Golf Club
EntertainmentPublic golf course featuring a pro shop and a grill, as well as a driving range.
Charwood Golf Club
EntertainmentSpotlight Cinemas Capital 8
EntertainmentFamily-friendly cinema offering free refills at the concession stand and comfortable seating, as well as clean facilities.
Spotlight Cinemas Capital 8
EntertainmentWaterfall Junction
EntertainmentWater park featuring a splash pad, playground, tree house, and dinosaur fossil-themed play area, plus a snack bar.
Waterfall Junction
EntertainmentFrankie's of Columbia
EntertainmentLively outpost of a family-friendly chain with sprawling go-kart tracks, arcades & other amusements.
Frankie's of Columbia
EntertainmentThe Spur at Northwoods Golf Club
EntertainmentGolf club featuring a driving range, and an 18-hole course with fast greens.
The Spur at Northwoods Golf Club
EntertainmentRiverbanks Zoo & Garden
EntertainmentZoo with African & Australian animals, reptile galleries, a bird house, a farm & botanical gardens.
Riverbanks Zoo & Garden
EntertainmentLinrick Golf Course
EntertainmentEstablished in 1972, this 18-hole public golf course features a challenging layout.
Linrick Golf Course
EntertainmentSummit Adventure West Columbia
EntertainmentTrampoline-filled indoor park for kids and adults, featuring dodgeball and wipeout zones.
Summit Adventure West Columbia
EntertainmentThree Fountains Skating Rink
EntertainmentRoller skating rink with an arcade and mini golf, plus music, and adult nights.
Three Fountains Skating Rink
EntertainmentEscapology Escape Rooms Columbia (Vista)
EntertainmentEscape room outfit with multiple themed rooms, some offering private experiences.
Escapology Escape Rooms Columbia (Vista)
EntertainmentSurge Adventure Park
EntertainmentWall-to-wall trampoline park also offering rock climbing and ninja warrior courses.
Surge Adventure Park
EntertainmentPalmetto Falls Water Park
EntertainmentSprawling pool with slides & islands set on a military base (background check required for entry).
Palmetto Falls Water Park
EntertainmentPar Tee Golf Center
EntertainmentGolf facility featuring a driving range plus a par 3 course, mini golf and more, as well as a pro shop.
Par Tee Golf Center
EntertainmentThe Game Show Challenge - Columbia
EntertainmentPopular interactive experience simulating the excitement of being on a game show.
The Game Show Challenge - Columbia
EntertainmentNickelodeon Theater
EntertainmentPatrons sip beer & wine while watching independent & foreign films at this small nonprofit cinema.
Nickelodeon Theater
EntertainmentValhalla Woods Golf Club
EntertainmentGolf course where people praise the greens and wings, as well as the space available for events.
Valhalla Woods Golf Club
EntertainmentSpring Valley Country Club
EntertainmentWedding venue, golf club and country club hosting events such as birthday parties and reunions.
Spring Valley Country Club
EntertainmentOak Hills Golf Club
EntertainmentGolf club featuring a course that's in good shape and a restaurant.
Oak Hills Golf Club
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