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12 years ago
One of my favorite places to dance. It's a converted synagogue and has a majestic aura to it. Palmetto swing dance association uses this space for special dances and if you know one is happening, go! You won't be disappointed! read more
1000 Hampton St
Columbia, SC 29201
Downtown
(803) 252-1770
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M Space
(13 reviews)
First time here came up to Columbia to help celebrate my cousin 1st bday. Very spacious.read more
My experience with this venue was extremely unprofessional and uncomfortable. I booked the M Space…read morefor a semi-formal dance, we've used it before, and I assumed it would be a good choice. I was wrong. At first, Michelle communicated well. She explained that a woman living above the venue is very sensitive to noise and that music could not exceed 80 decibels. I told her we would have a DJ with his own speakers and sound system, and we discussed this multiple times both in text and in person. His contact information was included in the contract, and I sent it to her directly so she could explain the noise policy to him. Everything seemed fine until the event. Within the first 15 minutes, a random woman walked in asking for the venue keys. She was decorating for an event the next day, and Michelle had told her she could come by, yet she never informed me of this. About 30 minutes into the event, Michelle texted saying the upstairs neighbor was complaining about the music and that someone from the HOA was outside taking pictures of us. She then tried to claim I never told her about the DJ or his equipment even though I had proof we had discussed it and she had already been communicating with him. After I showed her the messages, she stopped responding. We had to turn the music down so low it was barely audible over guests talking. On top of that, what I thought was a homeless man kept walking around outside and looking through the windows, making everyone uncomfortable. Around 9:30 PM, this man entered the venue through the back door. My boyfriend and I told him to leave because it was a private event. He insisted he was "supposed to be there," and only after I threatened to call the police did he explain that he worked for the venue and wanted to begin setting up for the next day's wedding reception. Even though my event wasn't scheduled to end until 10 PM, he continued insisting he needed to be there. I was never told that this man would be at the venue, let alone walking into my event in the middle of it. Everyone was so freaked out and guests began leaving because they were so unsettled. By the end, I was overwhelmed, scared, and in tears trying to clean up. Michelle and her staff were completely unprofessional from start to finish. I strongly recommend not booking this venue if you want your event to be enjoyable and stress-free.
Stone River
(7 reviews)
Stone River is a fantastic event location on the Congaree River that n Columbia, SC!! We were here…read morefor an association casual dinner event. Great location on the River with indoor and outdoor seating. Fantastic Bar set up inside! Very impressed with the full bar set up. Oh and the food was delicious. Highly recommend this spot for anyone wanting to rent Event Space in Columbia, SC, easy 5 Stars !!
I had event there about a a month ago it was absolutely fantastic and exactly how I wanted it to…read morebe and absolutely beautiful and Christina and Valerie are extremely respectful, and they are always available to help.
Senate's End
(4 reviews)
We just had our wedding reception there 2 days ago. We can not compliment The Hall enough. Ansley…read morewas very easy to work with and accommodating from the beginning of the planning process all the way through the end of the reception. The staff was amazing and treated our guests with a professionalism seen in 5 star restaurants. The building itself is beautiful as is the entire property. DuPre catering is the owner of the property so they are the exclusive caterer for events held there. Most of our guests were from out of state and they raved about everything. We made sure to have a taste of South Carolina with the shrimp and grits bar. Even the northerners (which there were a lot of) couldn't stop eating this dish. In my opinion, this should be your first and only choice if you need to host/throw a party! Thank you DuPre catering, Ansley Michael and The Hall at Senate's End for helping to make our wedding extra special!!!
Dupre catered my father's celebration of life. Could not have asked for more amazing food and…read moreservice. Highly recommend!!!
Lucky Strike Cayce
We came here for a birthday party and I actually had a great time. They had us on the far left side…read moreand we had 3 lanes which was perfect for our girls and they dedicated space for the food and tables for girls to sit. Everything was laid out very cute, they had signs for drinks and one that said "eat" for the pizza and fries. I got a mango margarita to enjoy and it was so good, not too strong and not too too sweet. Can definitely taste the mango flavor from the syrup. I also got some buffalo wings. They were actually juicy and a pretty good size. They had a good crisp although I wish they were slightly bit crispier. Overall was really solid. My daughter loved the arcade area and they have a decent size bar. I love how they displayed the tvs across the alleys and they played the football games. I will definitely come back here with my kids and even just to have a good time with friends.
Went on a Saturday night. Parking is TIGHT and expect a lot of families. But there's a decent mix…read moreof people. Stayed at the bar and the Bartenders (Kayla, Lexi) were AMAZING. These staff here genuinely cared about their work. For example, one of the servers named Graceyn was EVERYWHERE the entire evening. Again, the workers are super attentive and it was an overall amazing time. The fries are superb as well. Oh! And don't be surprised it a robot delivers your food
Capital City Club Columbia
(17 reviews)
The Capital City Club is as good as it gets in Columbia. Gorgeous views and excellent for rehearsal…read moredinners, wedding receptions, and corporate events. I love coming here for various events, especially in the evening. It's all about the views and the food here. With a membership, you can come and dine in their central dining room for lunch or dinner. This is located in a tall office building. Parking is in the adjacent garage, which is free after 6PM. Highly recommend for an upscale occasion. Coat and tie required.
So the review is mixed and should be higher but for the last paragraph…read more This is located on the top floor of the building and the views are amazing. Your greeted right away upon exiting the elevator but from their things broke down a bit. I had called to changed the reservation from 8 to 6 and had that confirmed by email, but they never received it. We had some of our party without a sport coat, so we were not allowed to eat in the main dining room, and they quickly set us up in the lounge. I get it and we should overall the service was pretty good, she was nervous and unsure but the rest of the staff supported her well. The appetizers were amazing and as good as they look in our images At the end of the night, we walked out and poked our head in the main dining room, only to find it with almost no one in there, and the guest that were DID NOT HAVE SPORT COATS I immediately went back to the host who would not seat us and she promptly handed me a business card and said call the manager
The Laundry
(1 review)
Attended an event here as part of the Columbia Food and Wine festival. It's a beautiful venue, very…read moreclean and plenty of space to host all types of events.
City Art
(10 reviews)
Great service Always have what I need in art supplies and…read moreanswer all my questions Great framing service
We were looking for a venue to get married at. We wanted a space that was LGBT friendly and didn't…read morerequire a lot of work to decorate. I knew the minute I walked in, it was meant to be. Wendy met us with spunk and enthusiasm and didn't flinch when we said "we" were getting married. We had a date picked already so for a Monday we were winning with the cost. It came with all the tables, chairs and space we needed. The lighting was perfect.
Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista
(53 reviews)
$$$
wonderful experience never traveling to Columbia SC Everyone…read moreat the Hyatt Place downtown were very friendly and welcoming.
This hotel is very conveniently placed between downtown Columbia and the Riverwalk. We were able…read moreto walk to almost every place we wanted to see. Breakfast was included and the selection of food was very nice. The room was comfortable and spacious. Please note you will be charged daily to park your car in their parking lot.
The Venue
(33 reviews)
If I hadn't expected to be able to order dinner maybe I wouldn't have been so disappointed…read more Fried mediocre everything. As a vegetarian- a complete waste unless you can eat fried pimento pretzel knots again for dinner. My wine was from a bottle opened days ago. For a refill, I requested anything that would be opened new. Waitress came back and said that all bottles were open. I feel sad for this place, especially being so prominent downtown. Dueling pianos works so it's too bad for the artists playing that the house isn't steppin up.
We really enjoyed their Valentine's Day Dinner event! All of the food was exceptional, and the live…read morepianist was a nice addition. The interior is nice and feels very upscale. The only downside was that it went an hour past the planned time, so it ended up lasting 3 hours instead of 2 and had some longer than expected wait times between courses.
Southern Flair
(2 reviews)
The folks who run this place are tacky and unprofessional. You cannot make ghetto look…read morespectacular. Classy looking joint in pictures but tacky gifts and low quality food. New York flavor- think not!! Southern elegance- far from it!! Don't waste your money.
Management has no flair and needs to be more refined. They seem overly pretentious, pushy and not…read morecustomer oriented. If your guests are not worth impressing, then take them here. Otherwise, there are way better options
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This is a great place for Cheerleading and Tumbling. It's a really nice size gym! Coach Angie does…read morea good job with the children. They have 2 Competition Cheerleading Teams that compete locally in the SE states. It's a lot of fun and good exercise for children. It's also a great way for children to learn teamwork and being held accountable. Highly recommend!
I attended a day long conference at the Cooperative Conference Center and it was very well done…read more The facility is easy to access from the interstate with ample parking. The set up was modern comfortable and clean. In previous years this meeting was held at a nearby hotel, but this conference center provided a more intimate and peaceful environment. The food and food setup were also ample and excellent (we had chicken Marsala, mixed vegetables, and scalloped potatoes for lunch with a tossed salad cookies and a slice of cake)
Spent the day here for the SC Special Olympics conference. The facilities were beautiful, easy to…read moremove around and easy to get in and out of the building. Internet service was consistent and had nice signal. The food served was delicious, hot and allowed for everyone to have seconds.
I love me a good venue spot!! Ive been here several times in the past. This time I went to a…read morevolunteer luncheon for HC. This place has been restored and well kept, it huge with lots rooms to rent out. They have plenty of parking. Also very clean inside and out. I love the huge old timey doors. Any event here is gonna be a awesome one! I will most def keep them in mind if I need a event spot in the future.
**Racial Discrimination at 701 Whaley Street Venue Hall After Years of Good Business**…read more I never thought I'd have to make a post like this, but here I am. After years of successfully doing business with 701 Whaley Street, never once having an issue or incident, I am saddened and deeply hurt to share that I have experienced racial discrimination from this venue hall. For years, I've hosted events there with no problems. This year, I was excited to celebrate my 45th birthday with my annual "All White Affair," a tradition that I have always looked forward to. However, this time, I was met with nothing but resistance. Despite my long-standing relationship with the venue, they suddenly told me they don't want to do business with me anymore because of "the amount of people" and "the kind of crowd" I bring. 701 Whaley is a venue hall where people from all walks of life host events, but it became clear to me that their issue wasn't with logistics -- it was with the demographic I represent. To be turned down after years of good business, with no prior problems, simply because of the people I attract, is nothing short of blatant discrimination. I'm sharing my story because this kind of treatment is unacceptable and shouldn't happen to anyone. After years of support and professionalism, it's disheartening to be shut out for reasons that have nothing to do with the quality of my events. We must hold spaces like 701 Whaley accountable for their actions and ensure they are inclusive to everyone, regardless of race or background. #StandAgainstDiscrimination #SupportInclusivity #EqualTreatmentForAll 701 Whaley
I have been her a couple of times for events. What a beautiful building . Lots of room to have…read moredifferent events.
Parking can be a little ways away if you get here late…read more There are several restraunts in the area if you want to eat before going to your event. Some events may require a bit of walking. This was comicon so there was a of walking. Your experience will be different depending upon what event you are attending. Remember, have fun.
Great wedding venue. Historic house with several rooms for different moments (dessert, pictures,…read moregetting ready, ...). Outdoor setting for ceremony. Reception on property with dance floor and outside tent-covered seating. Accommodations best for good weather. Owners live on property and are extremely accommodating.
Boyd Plaza is a great little plaza, situated at the front of the Columbia Art Museum in the Main…read moreStreet District. It has a cool fountain, a few cool pieces of artwork, and some tables and chairs where you can sit down for a few minutes. Boyd Plaza is especially nice on a spring or summer day, when you want to feel the sun on your skin and perhaps take a little break. I'd recommend stopping by for a few minutes if you're looking for a quick change of pace!
This one-air plaza is located in front of - AND IS SEPARATE FROM - the Columbia Museum of Art…read more Shade, landscaping, fountains and lots of seating. The plaza is a great place to relax after you've explored the Museum or if you've been walking through downtown Columbia. Food trucks, outdoor concerts, and even art classes. With a street festival going on, the plaza was really busy today. That was neat to see. [Review 14756 overall, 256 of 2021, number 794 in South Carolina.]
What a 'Beautiful, unique spot! Drove in from Atlanta for a house music day party #chmpsc. Wood…read morefloors!!! Was very surprised with this venue! Enjoyed the drinks and atmosphere! Will definitely be back!
Wavering Place is an amazing place for a venue. It is timeless. I recently had an engagement party…read moreat Wavering place and it was absolutely stunning. The owners of this venue take so much pride on the care and maintenance of the property, not to mention the gardens. It really is a special place tucked away from all of the hustle and bustle. It's a great place for photos too we used Forest Clonts and our pictures turned out amazing. I will definitely be hosting more events here in the future.
A great place with great people. World-class, professional…read moredance instruction for all levels of dancers. Something for everyone; kids, men, women, couples, old and young, novice to pro. Individual private lessons. Wedding dance preparation. Group classes. Dance Parties. An outstanding facility for parties, fundraisers, receptions, etc. The best dance floor in the area.
Whether you are looking for a date night, a choreographed wedding routine, an expansion to your…read moresocial dancing skills, or a break into the ballroom competition world, Elite Ballroom Academy is the place for you. Elite caters to beginners as well as those who've been dancing for years. Elite offers private lessons with award winning teachers, group classes on the basic and advanced levels, and classes for kids. The physical ballroom is an impeccable space that can be rented for various occasions, but also makes you feel like royalty when dancing. Not only does Elite have a great reputation in the dance community, it also gives back to the community by hosting charity events such as Dancing with the Stars, which raises money for the Epworth Children's Home. Grab your dancing shoes and give Elite a go!
I am just still overwhelmed I had my granddaughter baby shower at Exquisite Taste Decor & Design on…read moreAugust 24, 2024. I can't begin to tell you how I felt when I walked in and saw the decorations it my eyes tear up and I was speechless. The creativity and the design was PERFECT. My granddaughter was so happy she said everything was GREAT and loved all of it....Thank you Exquisite Taste Decor & Design for the experience that was fun and enjoyable. We have memories that we will be talking about for a lifetime.... We will be using you again in the future