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Columbus, Mississippi is the perfect destination for anyone who appreciates classic Southern architecture, good food, and a friendly atmosphere.
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Columbus, Mississippi is a town that thrives on its rich heritage and Southern charm. With 676 historic properties and 23 National Register properties, more than 125 restaurants, 950 hotel rooms, 45 bed and breakfast rooms, 10 shopping districts, and a vibrant Main Street, it is the perfect destination for anyone who appreciates classic Southern architecture, good food, a friendly atmosphere, or j

ust a down-home way of living. Founded in 1821 on the banks of the Tombigbee River, Columbus’ history dates back nearly 200 years. It was the place where flowers healed a nation during the Civil War, the inspiration for Pulitzer Prize winners Eudora Welty and Tennessee Williams, and the home to America’s first state-funded public university for women – Mississippi University for Women. Columbus is also home to Columbus Air Force Base, the largest Air Force pilot training base in the nation. We invite you to explore all we have to offer. We're here to help you plan a visit to our friendly city! Visit our website at http://visitcolumbusms.org/

08/08/2024

Happening today! Check out Plymouth Bluff Environmental Center Grand Re-Opening!

08/05/2024

Visit Columbus is excited to be a part of Possumtown Book Festival on Saturday, August 24th! The day is packed with great authors! Hope you can come!

08/05/2024

Did you know America's most prolific playwright Tennessee Williams was born in Columbus? Each September the Tennessee Williams Tribute takes place with a weekend full of events.

08/02/2024

Don't forget The Hitching Lot Farmers' Market is open in the morning 7:00-10:00! Lots of fresh produce, beautiful flowers, delicious homemade goods, and wonderful art and crafts! See you there!

08/02/2024

Looking for a great weekend festival? Check out Artesia Days!

07/26/2024

Check out the Golden Triangle Ultimate Frisbee Tournament! Saturday and Sunday at the Roger Short Soccer Complex. First game is 9AM on Saturday!

07/23/2024

Possumtown Book Festival will be Saturday, August 24th!

A new festival celebrating readers, writers and the stories they share is on its way to Columbus.

07/18/2024

Looking for Friday night plans? Come Flamingle Downtown Columbus!

🦩Don't forget to MARK YOUR CALENDARS for Let's Flamingle Downtown!
Friday, July 19th, 5:00-8:00pm
In Downtown Columbus, MS!

🦩Shop with our local downtown businesses and search for small hidden flamingos inside their stores! Collect 8 or more to be eligible to win the GRAND DOOR PRIZE!

JOIN US IN THE SUMMER FUN!! BRING YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS!
More FUN details coming soon!!!

🦩A Partnership between Main Street Columbus & The Columbus Arts Council.
Sponsored by Q103.1.

07/15/2024

Artesia Days Festival is August 1st - 3rd!

07/11/2024

Stop by the Columbus Arts Council for the July Gallery Opening with Adam Void and Nason Stephens tonight 5:30 until 7:30!

07/11/2024

Sounds of Summer wraps up tonight! Don't miss The Shane Tubbs Band from 6:30 - 8:30PM at the Roger Short Soccer Complex! 🎷🎶

07/10/2024

Get your tickets for John Mohead performing Friday night!

07/10/2024

Always a fun game....Where's Waldo (in Columbus)?!?

07/10/2024

Crawford Days starts Thursday!! Come out to the Kick Off Event!!

07/08/2024

Come out Thursday for the final Sounds of Summer!!

THIS THURSDAY!
Join us at the final Sounds of Summer of the year!
Thursday, July 11th from 6:30-8:30pm
@ The Roger Short Soccer Complex

The Shane Tubbs Band will be performing LIVE!
Come out and enjoy this FREE concert with your community.
Food and Drinks will be available for purchase.

We hope to see you there!

07/08/2024

Visit Columbus is looking forward to the Golden Triangle Ultimate Frisbee Tournament on July 26-28! Check out this article for ALL the details!

LCR is thrilled to be partnering with Golden Triangle Ultimate Frisbee to bring the sport at a competitive level to the area and host a big tournament at the end of July. ALL local businesses please note we have teams from New Orleans, Little Rock, Nashville, Huntsville and many more cities coming to Columbus! Thank you to the The Commercial Dispatch for a great article about the event!https://cdispatch.com/sports/golden-triangle-ultimate-lowndes-recreation-team-up-to-host-southeast-regional-tournament/

07/08/2024

Put it on your August calendar! Possumtown Book Fest August 24!

07/05/2024

Always a good time! Come out this weekend to Southside Blues Festival!

07/04/2024

Wishing everyone a happy and safe Fourth of July!

07/03/2024

Celebrating our nation's birthday all weekend! Family fun in New Hope on Saturday, July 6th, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the New Hope Community Center!

07/03/2024

Join the town of Caledonia for a Fourth of July Parade!

07/03/2024

Come see us in Columbus!

Dearest Readers, we know it's been a few weeks since the Bridgerton Netflix Part 2 release, but we're still not over it. 🫖

Recognized both by the Registry of Historic Places and by the United States National Landmark, Riverview is among the finest surviving examples of Greek Revival architecture in the South. Such grandeur is a rarity indeed.

This majestic structure in📍Columbus, MS is certainly worth a visit! ✨

07/01/2024

Saturday, July 20th at Columbus Place

Don't forget to join us on July 20th from 12pm - 3pm, for a groovy event filled with activities, local organizations, great deals and more to help you get ready for the first day of school. 🏫🎒

Meet with Columbus-Lowndes Public Library System, Columbus Fire and Rescue, and many other organizations. Plus, enjoy a performance by Best's Academy of Martial Arts!

It's not too late to register to have a booth at this event, register here: https://www.ourmallevents.com/movingroovin

07/01/2024

Southside Blues Festival 2024 is this weekend! Lots of great entertainment, delicious food and FUN!!

06/29/2024

Set your alarm for the Hitching Lot Farmers Market! Tomorrow morning 7:00 to 10:00 a.m. Fresh produce, homemade goodies, beautiful flowers!

06/28/2024

Looking for a way to start your Saturday....

Join us for a guided mediation with Anna Pantano this Saturday morning in the Meeting Room of the downtown branch of the Columbus-Lowndes Public Library System. If you've never participated in guided meditation before, this is a great place for beginners!

06/26/2024

Hope to see you at Sounds of Summer tomorrow!! 🎤💥🎼🕶

☀Don't miss out on the fun at SOUNDS OF SUMMER!☀
This Thursday, June 27th
Featuring music from The Silver Eagle Band!
This is a FREE concert OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

📍Where? The Roger Short Soccer Complex, 301 Third Street North.
When? Thursday, June 27th, 6:30-8:30pm.

Remember to bring your lawn chairs!
Cold drinks and food will be available for purchase!

Please do not bring any pets or coolers.

"Sometimes the best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the music." - Unknown.

🕶Powered by Main Street Columbus and The Columbus-Lowndes Chamber of Commerce.

Presenting Sponsor - C Spire
Stage Sponsors - Steel Dynamics, Bob's Paint and Auto Boday, and International Paper.
Special thanks to all of our wonderful sponsors! We could not do this without your support!
Citizens National Bank, Kenneth Montgomery, EXP Realty Debbie Rodgers Realtor, 99.9 The Fox, Lowndes County, BTM Solutions, Inc., Edward Jones Josh Read, Michelli Weighing and Measurement, City of Columbus, PACCAR Engines, BankFirst, & Neel-Schaffer.

06/21/2024

Looking for something fun to do tonight?!? Saddle up for a Full Moon Trail Ride!

06/19/2024

Open Casting Call for Tennessee Williams' "A Lovely Sunday for Creve Coeur".

05/01/2024

Congratulations to the winners of last weekend's Mississippi Bass Federation State Fishing Tournament!

Address

117 3rd Street S
Columbus, MS
39701

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm
Saturday	8:30am - 5pm

Website

http://www.visitcolumbusms.org/

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Catfish in the Alley 2024 is a wrap! Thank you to all who came out and supported this year's festival! Bye! Bye! See you Later (2025)!

Coffee with a Cop - Thursday, 9/21 at 7:30am

Join your friends and neighbors and our community police officers for free coffee and conversation! No agenda or speeches - just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in your city. Thursday, September 21st at 7:30am Events Off 5th in Downtown Columbus.

The beautiful Mississippi University for Women campus. ☀️ Founded in 1884, MUW was the first public college for women in America.

Start your holiday shopping at the Tennessee Williams Home and Welcome Center Gift Shop! We have a wide variety of unique gift items for everyone on your list! #VisitColumbusMS

Visit Columbus, Mississippi

An international journalist came to visit us in Columbus, Mississippi to explore all the historic town has to offer. Watch the video to see the places she visited, and why you should put Columbus on your must-visit list, too! http://www.visittheusa.com/experience/columbus-culture-cuisine-and-southern-charm

Looking for a unique gift for someone special? Check out the wonderful selection at the Tennessee Williams Home and Welcome Center Gift Shop! Stop by and shop with us today! Open Monday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

In honor of #NationalChocolateChipCookieDay, Visit Columbus is giving away some sweet prizes today. Post your favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe and/or photos on our page for chances to win!

Columbus Spring Pilgrimage

Watch our latest video about the 76th Annual Spring Pilgrimage in Columbus, coming up March 28 - April 9! We can't wait for you to enjoy this 13-day celebration of Southern history, architecture, culture, food and FUN.

WCBI-Main Street Columbus Bridal Showcase

The 23rd Annual WCBI News-Main Street Columbus Bridal Showcase is Saturday, Jan. 23rd at the Trotter Convention Center. This is such a fun event - you don't want to miss it!

Flowers Through the Ages in Columbus, MS

TV host and author P. Allen Smith is headed to Columbus on November 5-7 for the "Flowers Through the Ages" event! Watch his short video clip and mark your calendars to be there, too.