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Visiting Colonial Life Arena: what to know before you go

801 Lincoln St, Columbia, SC 29201, United States

Colonial Life Arena is a arena in Columbia, open since 2002, with room for about 18,000 people.

Most dates fall on Saturday.

The busiest month ahead is December 2026, with 13 dates.

2 public transport stops are within walking distance (Train); the nearest is Columbia, S.c., 300 m away.

Colonial Life Arena

Key facts

Type of venue
Arena
Capacity
18,000
Opened
2002
Address
801 Lincoln St, Columbia, SC 29201, United States
Upcoming events
42
Busiest days
Saturday

Colonial Life Arena, month by month

  • November 202611 dates, including Rod Wave: Don't Look Down Tour, Debbie Rogers Cheer Classic and University of South Carolina Gamecocks Women's Basketball vs. Florida Gulf Coast University Womens Basketball
  • December 202613 dates, including Leanne Morgan: THE TIME OF OUR LIVES TOUR, Pentatonix: Christmas in the City Tour and University of South Carolina Gamecocks Women's Basketball vs. Oklahoma State Cowgirls Womens Basketball
  • January 20279 dates, including The Red Clay Strays, University of South Carolina Gamecocks Women's Basketball vs. Arkansas Razorback Womens Basketball and University of South Carolina Gamecocks Women's Basketball vs. Oklahoma Sooners Womens Basketball
  • February 20277 dates, including University of South Carolina Gamecocks Women's Basketball vs. Texas A & M Aggies Womens Basketball, University of South Carolina Gamecocks Women's Basketball vs. LSU Women's Basketball and University of South Carolina Gamecocks Women's Basketball vs. Auburn University Lady Tigers Basketball
  • March 20271 date, including University of South Carolina Gamecocks Mens Basketball vs. Florida Gators Men's Basketball
  • April 20271 date, including Monster Jam Freestyle Mania presented by Spin Master

Coming evenings with more than one show: Saturday, November 28, Sunday, December 6, Saturday, December 12 and Tuesday, December 29.

Ticket prices

What the programme holds: Sports (38), Concerts (3) and Comedy (1).

Arriving by public transport

  • Columbia, S.c.Train300 m
    4 min walk
  • Union Station (Columbia, South Carolina)Train880 m
    11 min walk

Arriving by car

4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 210 m from the venue.

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Colonial Life Arena: practical questions

How many people fit in Colonial Life Arena?

Colonial Life Arena has a capacity of about 18,000; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.

When did Colonial Life Arena open?

Colonial Life Arena opened in 2002.

What is the nearest stop to Colonial Life Arena?

Columbia, S.c. (Train), 300 m away – about 4 min on foot.

Can I park near Colonial Life Arena?

Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 210 m away.

What kind of events does Colonial Life Arena host?

Upcoming dates by category: Sports (38), Concerts (3) and Comedy (1).

Which month has the most events at Colonial Life Arena?

December 2026, with 13 dates, including Leanne Morgan: THE TIME OF OUR LIVES TOUR and Pentatonix: Christmas in the City Tour.

Which other venues are close to Colonial Life Arena?

The Senate (480 m), Township Auditorium (1.8 km), Segra Park (1.6 km) and Carolina Volleyball Center (410 m).

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