Governor Brian P. Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), recently announced that calendar year 2022 was record-breaking for the state’s tourism industry, welcoming the largest number of visitors the state has ever seen. Governor Kemp shared that 167.7…
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The Professional Disc Golf Association’s (PDGA) first professional major of the 2023 calendar year tees off on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at the International Disc Golf Center (IDGC) located within Wildwood Park in Columbia County in Appling, Ga. This will be the second running of The PDGA Champions…
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Beginning the week prior to the 87th Masters Tournament, an international field of women will compete in the fourth annual Augusta National Women’s Amateur, March 29- April 1, 2023 with over 54 holes of stroke play. Augusta National Women’s Amateur Schedule The first 36 holes will be contested over…
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When one thinks of the Masters Golf Tournament, iconic images of azaleas, pristine greens, the green jacket and some of the most thrilling golf moments come to mind. While the Masters is synonymous with springtime in Augusta, the weather can be fickle. To help you be better prepared, we have created…
Read MoreLove is in the air!!! Valentine's Day is soon approaching so plan a special date night your Valentine will remember forever. Don't panic! We've done all the research for you. Check out these 5 fun date night ideas in Columbia County! Mastermind Escape Games: Strengthen the lines of communication as…
Read MoreIf you’re looking for fun things to do in and around Columbia County this season, bring the family to one of the best fall fairs in Georgia as the Columbia County Fair kicks off its 10-day run. From Thursday, November 2 through Sunday, November 12, the Grovetown, Georgia attraction will celebrate…
Read MoreCONCORD, N.C. (September 8, 2022) The Columbia County Convention and Visitors Bureau received the Best Marketing Campaign Under $100K award for their Serene18 Paddle Trail at Southeast Tourism Society’s Shining Example Awards held on the evening of September 8th, 2022, at the Embassy Suites by…
Read MoreThe Columbia County Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Directors is pleased to announce the unveiling of the "Love Locks" public art project at Savannah Rapids Park. “The tradition of attaching a Love Lock to the fence of the Canal Headgates bridge has become increasingly popular among citizens…
Read More*Updated on August 31, 2022 Columbia County’s proximity to Clarks Hill Lake creates an abundance of public lands and natural resources full of incredible wildlife. Check out our hunting and fishing guide below for locations to hunt and/or fish and the species you can expect to find in Columbia…
Read MoreA $15 disc, a walk in the park, and some strategic throwing can literally change people's lives. At least that’s what disc golfers say, and they are among the most dedicated players of any sport in the world. The Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA), the sport’s member organization and…
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