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    Nickelodeon Theatre

    4.9 (52 reviews)

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    Rick T.

    We like this local independent theater so much ch we became members this year. It's something to look into if you enjoy the independent films. I've found the popcorn to still taste better than any other theater that comes to my mind. Only wish more earlier times for the movies would become available in the future as some market goers on Saturday have expressed this opinion to me personally , but mainly it's me wanting to see a film without having to drive back downtown and to find parking. Still the best theatre in Columbia hands down !

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    Trey R.

    The theatre scene in Columbia can be pretty poor at times but it that's probably an effect of the pandemic. In trying to find some new theaters, I came across the Nickelodeon which seemed to have lots of history and culture around the theatre. The options shown at the theatre seem to be pretty limited to independent or smaller showings but I heard great things about "Everything, Everywhere, All at Once" and figured this was true perfect time to try out the theatre. The admission was about $9 for the matinee. The entire place was very sanitary, including the bathrooms. My whole experience was delightful here and I definitely recommend this theatre as a must go for a calm outing.

    Robert U.

    I saw an Olivier Assayas film here and absolutely loved the art house ambience it has. Recommended to anyone who loves real films instead of soulless tent pole piles of s...well you know what I'm saying. Saw Booksmart here as well. Great movie and loved having one of their craft beers too. Enjoy!

    Cheryl H.

    What a great theater! It's the only totally non-profit Independent Art theatre in South Carolina and what a gem. Love the extremely comfortable seating and the available wine and beer for purchase is a bonus. We admired the location on Main Street in Columbia, lots of eating places nearby, beautiful architecture. We plan to return later this month.

    Chelsea H.

    Nickelodeon is such a great spot in Columbia. It plays a wide variety of movies from newer, less mainstream to older classics! I've seen Swiss Army Man and Eternal Sunshine for the Spotless Mind here. I wish I had time to go more! It's really affordable and they have a great concession bar with alcohol and yummy snacks! And they're always having really neat events or little craft stations or trivia games. It's perfect for date night (or even catching an eclectic film on your own!)

    Jeff M.

    My wife and I live in Aiken. We wanted a "cultured date," so we went to Columbia for a visit to the museum, dinner at an Ethiopian restaurant, and a movie at the Nick. I am used to the art house theaters in Atlanta and Asheville (where I've lived in the past), so I had high expectations. I was definitely pleased with my experience. The Nick is at a great location downtown. The building definitely has the retro theater feel (I especially love the sign out front). The staff was polite. The concessions were cheap (I got a Blenheim's Ginger Ale and small popcorn for around $5-6). The Nick is non-profit. They show lesser known, critically acclaim films and documentaries. They host film festivals such as Blaktastic and Indie Grits. They even offer classes! I loved everything about my experience at the Nick. I just hate that it is over an hour away from my house!

    Ind R.

    All of the foreign and independent films that you could want! OK, it takes a while for films to hit "The Nick," but that just means that you'll have plenty of time to read reviews beforehand. And you'll have to do your homework, because a different movie shows every few days. A lot of character is packed into this one room theater, if not a lot of glamour. Sure, the guy selling tickets is usually the same guy who turns on the projector. Sure, the sound quality is on par with your old television. But you'll feel right at home. You can even have a beer, or glass of wine. Run by the non-profit "Columbia Film Society," The Nick offers memberships that include mailed schedules, and discounted tickets. Rumor has it that they're moving to a new location in the near future.

    Kathia V.

    I have been a member for a few years and have never been disappointed. In its new location in the heart of Main St Columbia, the Nick will bring an array of independent films and great movies. You can relax with wine or beer while enjoying your film. If you become a member you can get tickets discounts, or free popcorn on certain days of the week. As a perk if you show your student ID you get a big discount off the membership. The staff is super friendly and attentive. I'm a huge fan of supporting local and this is my number 1.

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    The best movie theatre in Columbia!! Great atmosphere, great food, wonderfully kind staff.

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    Awesome, it's everything you would expect, and then some. The service was great, with clean and comfortable theaters

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    Date night! Dinner at Pearlz, movie with wine/beers at the Nickelodeon, and a room at the Hotel Trundle!

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    Great flicks! Comfy seats, awesome sound, tasty snacks, cold brew & wine and a real bargain at the box office! Go see for yourself.

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    AMC Harbison 14

    3.1(74 reviews)
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    Everything was wonderful with the exception of the online purchase. It kept getting stalled and…read moresaving the seats every time it stalled. The cashier couldn't get it resolved, but at least he did try! Nice to see a young person care about customer service! Then the manager tried many times to resolve it!! For whatever reason, she couldn't. I went ahead and got our popcorn and drinks. When I got back with those, my sister had told the manager that this was my birthday present, my big sister 63, took me to Wicked for my birthday 60!! She was a sweetheart and comped our tickets and said she hoped we had a happy birthday and enjoy the show!! When we went back to her house, she told her husband that's what she wanted for her birthday in December was to take her to the movies! They've been married for 41 years!! The comfort level of the seats were amazing and a full bar is there!! I wish we had one like this in Mt. Pleasant!! Ours is nasty !! Thank you to the staff, we enjoyed our mutual sisters birthday date!

    Very ill prepared. My first time here (Stranger Things Finale). Very few of the advertised…read moreconcession items were available (no nachos, no pretzel bites, No chicken tenders, no cheese sticks, no caramel gourmet popcorn), no bar tender to provide the advertised "stranger things" drink. And there is a SINGLE soft drink machine for the entire theater. When we left the line had probably 50 people waiting to fill one cup at a time. Definitely not a choice in the future.

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    South Carolina State Museum

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    We took advantage of the CoolPASS offered by Experience Columbia, SC getting us access to the South…read moreCarolina State Museum, EdVenture Children's Museum, and the Riverbanks Zoo & Gardens and thoroughly enjoyed the weekend! Great dollar value if you're interested in all locations mentioned. The museum was easy to find and offered plenty of parking in a lot shared with the EdVenture Children's Museum. They had many exhibits that our 7 & 12 year old enjoyed but they thoroughly enjoyed the second floor galleries with the dinosaur exhibit and the habitat exhibits. Staff was very friendly and helpful when fielding our questions. They also enjoyed seeing the the history of SC through the years represented through artifacts and the changes from the colony, war, and industrialization of the city with mills and the railroad. They also have a planetarium and a 4D shows offered throughout the day. Highly recommend adding this to your itinerary if you are in the Columbia area! The selection of exhibits were fun to see and educational.

    My family had such a wonderful time at the museum. We loved the mix of science and history. We…read morereally enjoyed the natural history and telescope exhibits. My son really enjoyed an old theater where you could see vintage cartoons. And one area you could see a picture of what the building looked like when it was a factory. They have a nice gift shop and a café. If you do not want to leave to eat lunch. We left and came back for lunch and there was still plenty of parking. We would definitely come back to the museum and see the war part that we didn't get a chance to see.

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