Visit Columbus

Visit Columbus Columbus, Mississippi is the perfect destination for anyone who appreciates classic Southern architecture, good food, and a friendly atmosphere.

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/

Join the Columbus Arts Council for the Black Excellence Exhibition on Thursday, February 6th at 5:30 p.m. Hope to see yo...
02/06/2025

Join the Columbus Arts Council for the Black Excellence Exhibition on Thursday, February 6th at 5:30 p.m. Hope to see you there!

Come out and support the Ultimate Frisbee Tournament Saturday & Sunday! It’s a lot of fun to watch! Catch You in Columbu...
02/05/2025

Come out and support the Ultimate Frisbee Tournament Saturday & Sunday! It’s a lot of fun to watch! Catch You in Columbus for ultimate frisbee!

Get excited! Columbus and LCR in partnership with MSU Ultimate will host the largest collegiate ultimate frisbee tournament yet! Over 250 players plus their supporters will arrive Friday night in Columbus, with 14 of the teams coming from out of state! Hotels and restaurants get ready! Come on down to the RSSC starting at 9 am on Saturday to show your support and join in the fun!

Friendly City Fights will be Saturday, February 15 at the Trotter Convention Center.
02/04/2025

Friendly City Fights will be Saturday, February 15 at the Trotter Convention Center.

Galentine's Day Cupid Crawl is this Thursday in Downtown Columbus!
02/03/2025

Galentine's Day Cupid Crawl is this Thursday in Downtown Columbus!

The 2nd Annual Henry Armstrong Boxing Classic will be Saturday, February 15th at the Trotter Convention Center!
01/22/2025

The 2nd Annual Henry Armstrong Boxing Classic will be Saturday, February 15th at the Trotter Convention Center!

Catch You in Columbus for Ultimate Frisbee!! Columbus will host over seventeen collegiate teams on February 8th and 9th ...
01/22/2025

Catch You in Columbus for Ultimate Frisbee!! Columbus will host over seventeen collegiate teams on February 8th and 9th at the Roger Short Soccer Complex.

Stop by the Rosenzweig Art Center and enjoy! Columbus Arts Council features not one, not two, but THREE amazing artist f...
01/18/2025

Stop by the Rosenzweig Art Center and enjoy! Columbus Arts Council features not one, not two, but THREE amazing artist for January!

The city of Columbus will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 20th at 9:00 a.m. at the Municipal Co...
01/17/2025

The city of Columbus will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 20th at 9:00 a.m. at the Municipal Complex and conclude with a prayer breakfast at City Hall.

This Friday at the Columbus Arts Council "Roots-Rock Swagger" featuring Pi Jacobs! Hope to see you there!
01/16/2025

This Friday at the Columbus Arts Council "Roots-Rock Swagger" featuring Pi Jacobs! Hope to see you there!

Lowndes County Sports Hall of Fame announced the inaugural class this morning!
01/10/2025

Lowndes County Sports Hall of Fame announced the inaugural class this morning!

Plans to honor the sports legacy of Lowndes County take another step forward.

Turn on the Rose Bowl Parade and look for the Visit Mississippi float, Chapel Hart, AND the Sonic Boom!!
01/01/2025

Turn on the Rose Bowl Parade and look for the Visit Mississippi float, Chapel Hart, AND the Sonic Boom!!

Be sure to watch…..
12/28/2024

Be sure to watch…..

After our December Board meeting, we had a surprise visit from Santa Claus! Visit Columbus thanks our wonderful Board fo...
12/20/2024

After our December Board meeting, we had a surprise visit from Santa Claus! Visit Columbus thanks our wonderful Board for their service and commitment to tourism in Columbus and Lowndes County! Pictured: Matt Bogue, Rissa Lawrence, Board Chair Liz Terry, Whirllie Byrd, Santa Claus (Sidney Runnels), Melodie Cunningham, Richard Morgan, and Jay Patel.

Don't forget the Community Benefit Committee and Lowndes County Sheriff's Office ends Friday, December 13th. Please brin...
12/12/2024

Don't forget the Community Benefit Committee and Lowndes County Sheriff's Office ends Friday, December 13th. Please bring new toys or gift cards to the Sheriff's Office!

The Rowdy Foundation's Sensory Santa is Friday, December 13th 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at 521 Main Street.
12/11/2024

The Rowdy Foundation's Sensory Santa is Friday, December 13th 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at 521 Main Street.

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117 3rd Street S
Columbus, MS
39701

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

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