City of West Columbia’s Award-Winning 3rd Annual Meeting Street Music Festival Returns April 17–18

West Columbia, SC 02/09/2026 – The City of West Columbia is excited to announce the return of the award-winning 3rd Annual Meeting Street Music Festival, a free, two-day celebration of live music, food, and community, happening Friday and Saturday, April 17–18, 2026, on Meeting Street in West Columbia.

The festival features 11 incredible bands across multiple stages, showcasing a wide range of genres, from bluegrass and jazz to pop, rock, and country. With nationally recognized headliner Sugar Ray closing out Saturday night, the 2026 festival promises unforgettable performances, exciting street energy, and fun for all ages.

Festival Schedule & Locations

Friday, April 17 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Waterfront Warm-Up

• Location: West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater

• 109 Alexander Road, West Columbia, SC

• Highlights: Live music, food trucks, and beer/wine available for purchase

Friday Music Lineup

• West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater

• Ryan Trotti | 6:00 – 8:00 PM

• Savage Craft Ale Works (430 Center Street)

• Band announcement coming soon | 7:00 – 9:00 PM

• Chayz Lounge Stage (607 Meeting Street)

• Friday Evening Jazz

• Doors open at 5:00 PM | Jazz begins at 7:00 PM

• Reservations required

Saturday, April 18 | 3:00 – 9:00 PM

Location: 900–1200 blocks of Meeting Street

Free parking and shuttle service available; designated Uber/Lyft zones provided.

Saturday Music Lineup

Main Stage (Meeting Street & Charleston Highway)

• HEADLINER – Sugar Ray | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

• The Ramblers | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

• Brittany Turnipseed | 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

• Carolina Bluegrass Style | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Paul Mitchell Stage (1008 Meeting Street)

• Reggie Graves & Jazz Theory | 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM

• Knights of Flannel | 4:45 PM – 6:00 PM

• Hampton Hook | 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM

9^th & Meeting Stage (Meeting and Ninth Streets)

• Guardians of the Jukebox | 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM

• Flatland Express Bluegrass Band | 5:00 PM – 6:15 PM

• Katie DeMartini | 3:15 PM – 4:30 PM

Savage Craft Ale Works (430 Center Street)

• Interstate Exiles | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

WECO Bottle & Biergarten After Party

• 626 Meeting Street | 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM

More Than Music

In addition to live performances, festival-goers can enjoy:

• Meeting Street Artisan Market

• Pet Zone

• Food trucks & designated dining areas

• Beer, wine, and specialty drinks for purchase

• Free water stations

• Selfie Station

• Bill’s Pickin’ Parlor dance lessons

• (Shag, Country Two-Step, Line & Social Dancing)

• Restrooms

• Trolley service from free parking locations

Mark your calendars and bring your friends and family for two days of great music, local flavor, and unforgettable fun in the heart of West Columbia.