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Out in Columbia

LGBTQ+ Events in Columbia

What’s Happening in August 2026

August 2026

Community, Drag, Nightlife and Queer Connection

From game nights and social gatherings to weekly drag shows, there are plenty of ways to connect with Columbia’s LGBTQ+ community this month.

August Events to Know

Whether you are looking to make new friends, enjoy a drag show, play games, or simply spend time in an LGBTQ+ affirming space, these Columbia events are worth adding to your calendar.

This page was updated August 7, 2026. Event details can change, so confirm with the organizer or venue before attending.

Saturday, August 15

Queer Game Night

Time: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Location: Harriet Hancock Center, 1108 Woodrow Street, Columbia, SC 29205

Queer Game Night brings LGBTQ+ adults together for board games, Jackbox, conversation, and community. The gathering is held on the first and third Saturday of each month.

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Friday, August 21

Queer Collective

Time: 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM

Location: Harriet Hancock Center, 1108 Woodrow Street, Columbia, SC 29205

Queer Collective is a social club for LGBTQ+ adults. Monthly activities vary and have included craft nights, movie nights, holiday gatherings, and other opportunities to meet people in the community.

View Queer Collective

Saturday, August 22

The Open Page

Time: 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Ages: 16 to 24

The Open Page is Harriet Hancock Center’s literary arts club for LGBTQ+ young people. Meetings are offered in a hybrid format, alternating between gatherings at the center and online meetings. Check the current calendar to confirm the format for August.

Learn About The Open Page

August Drag Shows at The Capital Club

The Capital Club hosts drag shows every Friday and Saturday night beginning at 11:00 PM.

Friday Drag Shows

August 7, August 14, August 21 and August 28 at 11:00 PM

Saturday Drag Shows

August 8, August 15, August 22 and August 29 at 11:00 PM

Location: The Capital Club, 1002 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201

The Capital Club is open daily from 5:00 PM to 2:00 AM, with happy hour from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

View The Capital Club Schedule

Every Tuesday

Columbia’s Ultimate Free Drag Show

Upcoming Dates: August 11, August 18 and August 25

Time: 9:00 PM

Location: PT’s 1109, 1109 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC

Admission: No cover, ages 18+

Hosted by Patti O’Furniture, Columbia’s Ultimate Free Drag Show is a longstanding Tuesday night tradition at PT’s 1109.

View Drag Show Details Visit PT’s 1109

Looking Ahead

Famously Hot SC Pride Returns in October

Get Lit Nighttime Parade and Street Party: Friday, October 16, 2026

Famously Hot SC Pride Festival: Saturday, October 17, 2026

Columbia’s biggest Pride weekend returns to Main Street this fall. More entertainment and event details are expected as Pride weekend approaches.

Visit Famously Hot SC Pride

Find More LGBTQ+ Community Events

The Harriet Hancock Center maintains a community calendar featuring programs at the center as well as LGBTQ+ affirming events happening throughout the Columbia area.

View the Community Calendar

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Out in Columbia is updated with community gatherings, entertainment, nightlife, Pride celebrations, and other LGBTQ+ happenings around the Midlands.

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