Saturday, September 20th
11 a.m. — 6 p.m.
Jubilee: Festival of Black History and Culture
Mann-Simons Site : 1403 Richland Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Experience the vibrant spirit of history and culture at the 47th annual Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture, hosted by Historic Columbia! Join us on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for a spectacular day filled with music, art, dance, and captivating stories, all set against the backdrop of the Mann-Simons Site.
Jubilee is a FREE celebration everyone can enjoy and features live music and entertainment, artist demonstrations, and marketplace vendors selling a variety of wares, products, and art. Come hungry, because there will also be vendors selling food, non-alcoholic beverages, and beer and wine. The Kids Zone will be available with educational and family-friendly activities. We can't wait to see you at Jubilee – a celebration that transcends generations and invites everyone to share in the joy of Black history and culture. See you there!
Jubilee 2024 by the Numbers
6,700+ visitors
56 marketplace vendors
41 event sponsors
35 volunteers
17 food and beverage vendors
13 main stage performers
8 Kids Zone performers
7 demonstration artists
3 bus tours of nearby prominent sites
2 historical house museums open to tour
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Kids Zone
The Jubilee Kids Zone is presented by the Columbia (SC) Chapter of the Links, Incorporated. Historic Columbia appreciates their generous support of volunteer power and sponsorship for Jubilee!
Vendors and performers interested in joining the fun in the Kids Zone should email Carmen Sangster, Education Manager.
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