Colonial Life Arena
Columbia, SC
801 Lincoln Street 29201
VENUE GUIDE
Colonial Life Arena
Plan more than your event at Colonial Life Arena. Jump to our Your Opening Act or Your Encore lower on this same venue page.
Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Colonial Life Arena
Make the event easier by staying close to Colonial Life Arena and the surrounding Columbia area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Hilton Columbia Center
0.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (1,659 reviews)
The Lantern Hotel Columbia
0.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 5.0 (40 reviews)
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
0.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (979 reviews)
Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District
0.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (1,054 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Colonial Life Arena & the Area
Colonial Life Arena is an event venue in Columbia, SC. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Colonial Life Arena for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
The Golden Spur Grill
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Colonial Life Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (154 reviews)
Chick-fil-A
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Colonial Life Arena.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (18 reviews)
Crazy Wings - Downtown
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (45 reviews)
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Colonial Life Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (494 reviews)
Thirsty Fellow Pizzeria and Pub
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,536 reviews)
Global Cafe
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (29 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Vista Union
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (222 reviews)
Tin Roof
0.3 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,004 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Roxanne's Market
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
Starbucks Coffee Company
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (340 reviews)
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee near Colonial Life Arena for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (463 reviews)
Dulce Bakery and Cafe
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (157 reviews)
Museums
EdVenture
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (3,697 reviews)
South Carolina State Museum
0.7 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Colonial Life Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (4,202 reviews)
South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum
0.7 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (366 reviews)
The Museum of Reconstruction Era at Woodrow Wilson Family Home
1.1 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (79 reviews)
Robert Mills House and Gardens
1.1 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (286 reviews)
Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens
1.2 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (171 reviews)
Attractions
Craft Axe Throwing
0.3 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Colonial Life Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (1,188 reviews)
South Carolina State Parks
0.4 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Colonial Life Arena.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (15 reviews)
Soda City Tours, LLC
0.4 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Colonial Life Arena.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
Soda City Market
0.6 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Colonial Life Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (2,711 reviews)
Gist Park
0.6 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (465 reviews)
Memorial Park
0.6 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (234 reviews)
Shopping
Parkland Plaza
1.2 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,299 reviews)
Market Place Shopping Center
1.2 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (561 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Colonial Life Arena. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
The Golden Spur Grill
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (154 reviews)
Chick-fil-A
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (18 reviews)
Crazy Wings - Downtown
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Colonial Life Arena.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (45 reviews)
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
0.2 mi from the venue
Food near Colonial Life Arena for after the show or game.
Today: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (494 reviews)
Thirsty Fellow Pizzeria and Pub
0.2 mi from the venue
Food near Colonial Life Arena for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,536 reviews)
Jersey Mike's Subs
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Colonial Life Arena.
Today: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (144 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Vista Union
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (222 reviews)
Tin Roof
0.3 mi from the venue
Drinks near Colonial Life Arena after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,004 reviews)
Getting to Colonial Life Arena
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • The COMET serves Columbia, SC. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Colonial Life Arena.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Colonial Life Arena can have event-specific garage, lot and street-parking restrictions. Prepaid parking, ADA access and garage closing times may vary. Check the venue's official event information before arrival.
TAILGATING
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Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Colonial Life Arena have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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