The Columbia area has a lot of fun activities planned for June. If you want to find something interesting for your family, check out these top three events. There is a good chance that one of them will excite you.
Southeastern Piano Festival
The Southeastern Piano Festival brings some of the world’s best pianists to Columbia. Some of this year’s guest artists include Frederic Chiu, Washington Garcia, Vandym Kholodenko, and the Anderson and Roe duo. The festival will also feature some alumni of the University of South Carolina School of Music.
This festival takes place annually, but it always offers something new and exciting for music lovers. Events take place from Sunday, June 18 to Saturday, June 24. In addition to attending concerts, musicians can take master classes from renowned players.
The Southeastern Piano Festival includes so many events that it needs more than one venue. Some of 2017’s venues will include the Kroger Center for the Arts, USC School of Music Recital Hall, and Trinity Cathedral.
Prices vary according to the venue and the artist’s popularity
Many events conducted by the Southeastern Piano Festival sell out, so you should buy your tickets ahead of time to ensure you get a seat.
When: June 18 – 24
Where: Various
Price: Varies by day and artist
Doko Fest Bluegrass Festival
If you don’t care for pianos, maybe you’d prefer to see bands play mandolins, fiddles, and banjos. Bluegrass fans should make plans to attend the Doko Fest Bluegrass Festival in nearby Blythewood.
The Lion’s Club sponsors this festival each year, so you get to enjoy free admission. Just bring your own lawn chair so you will have a comfortable place to sit.
Specifics for the bluegrass festival haven’t been announced yet. Last year’s concert took place on June 11. Check the festival’s Facebook page to learn more as the event develops. Organizers will announce the date and bands before summer.
When: Will announce soon
Where: Doko Meadows Park, Blythewood
Price: Free!
Blythewood Doko Rodeo
This year, Blythewood will present its seventh annual rodeo in Blythewood Community Park. If you haven’t been before, now is the time to reserve your tickets since you can save a couple of dollars by purchasing them in advance.
The Blythewood Doko Rodeo is a professional affair with numerous events. Cowboys and cowgirls from all over the country come to Blythewood to compete for prizes and money. Many of these professionals want to participate in the Blythewood event because it earns them points toward qualifying for the International Finals Rodeo held in Oklahoma. If they do well in Blythewood, then they can secure a spot in the finals.
If you want to watch bucking broncos and lassoing, this is the June event for you.
When: June 2 – 3
Where: Blythewood Community Park
Price: Advanced tickets cost $14 for adults and $7 for kids ages 6 through 12.
Whether you love listening to music or watching cowboys get bucked to the ground, you’ll have a good time this June in the Columbia area.
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