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This week truly has something for everybody! I’ve probably said that before, but this week really exemplifies that phrase. Whether you want to buy books or buy guns, sing southern soul or sing gospel, dress as a cowboy or dress as a flapper, this week has you covered. In a city of Columbus’s size, there are always things going on but sometimes it can feel like you’re just hearing about the same types of events over and over again. With that in mind, I purposely tried to keep things eclectic this week. Let me know if I found something you’re excited about!

With that said, let’s get to the good stuff!

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Events

1. 👢 Boots on the Hooch

Saddle up for the largest Dukes and Boots event in West Georgia! Head over to the Columbus Civic Center for a high-energy evening of southern soul, R&B, trail rides, and rodeo-style fun at Boots on the Hooch. Expect live musical acts, DJs, mechanical bull rides, prizes and more. The dress code is “Rodeo-style Dukes & Boots” so make sure to go all out!

• Location: Columbus Civic Center

• Date: Saturday, July 26

• Time: 3:00 PM–9:00 PM

• More Info: Boots on the Hooch

2. 🔫 Gun Show of the South

Whether you're a seasoned collector or just curious, this show brings vendors, enthusiasts, and experts together for a weekend of all things firearm-related. There will be gun vendors, hunting supplies, military surplus and outdoor gear. Kids $4 and adults $12.

• Location: Ironworks Convention and Trade Center

• Dates: July 26–27

• Times: Sat 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

• More Info: Gun Show of the South

3. 📚 Friends of Libraries Big Book Sale

All weekend long, thousands of books will be for sale, with everything priced at $2 or less. Best sellers, paperbacks, children’s books, they’ll have it all. Stock up your personal library while supporting your local public library system. It’s a treasure hunt for readers of all ages.

• Location: Columbus Public Library (3000 Macon Rd)

• Dates: July 25–27

• Times: Fri & Sat 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sun 1:30 PM–5:00 PM

• More Info: Friends of the Library Sale

4. 🕵️‍♀️ Great Gatsby Murder Mystery Party

Step into the roaring '20s for a glamorous night of intrigue, deception, and jazz! Dress in your best Gatsby attire and help solve a thrilling murder while enjoying mocktails, light bites, and immersive fun. Note that you do need tickets to attend. Tickets are available at the link below.

• Location: Columbus Bound Bookshop (1328 13th St, Ste 3)

• Date: Sunday, July 27

• Time: 4:00 PM–6:00 PM

• More Info: Gatsby Murder Mystery

5. 🎵 Parking Lot Praise – Christian Music Festival

This uplifting festival features live worship music, guest speakers, and family-friendly fun. Food trucks and vendors will be on site too!

• Location: Woodruff Park

• Date: Saturday, July 26

• Time: 10:00 AM - parade on Broadway, 12:00 PM - music festival at Woodruff Park

• More Info: Parking Lot Praise

Back-to-School

The back-to-school events kicked off last week, but they’ll continue for another couple weeks until we start to see those yellow school buses dotting the streets again. Speaking of schools, don’t forget that those school zone traffic cameras will turn back on when school starts back!

Back to School Bash at Hannan Magnet Academy 

• Location: Hannan Magnet Academy

• Date: Saturday, July 26

• Time: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

• More Info: Free school supplies and bookbags, free lunch, free groceries to the first 100 families.

Back to School Bash at Pour Decisions Sports Bar

• Location: Pour Decisions Sports Bar

• Date: Saturday, July 26

• Time: 12:00 PM–3:00 PM

• More Info: Free school supplies (while they last), free food and drink, good music

Back to School Bash at Gentian Church

• Location: Gentian Church

• Date: Sunday, July 27

• Time: 4:00 PM–8:00 PM

• More Info: There will be a limited number of free backpacks and school supplies, plus ice cream sundaes, face painting, games and more

👕Music

• Charlie Ray “Big Saxy” at Food Truck Friday - Friday, July 25th, 6:00 PM, at Phenix City Riverfront

• GP38 - Friday, July 25th, 9:00 PM, at The Varsity in Phenix City

• Jackie Straw & The Racket - Friday, July 25th, 9:30 PM, at the Loft

• Dan Adams - Saturday, July 26th, 9:30 PM, at The Loft

Sports

• ⚾️ Clingstones vs Chattanooga Lookouts - There are only a few homestands left so head on over to Synovus Park soon or you’ll be waiting until 2026!

  • Thursday, July 24th, 7:05 PM

    • Trucker Hat Giveaway to the first 1,000 Fans

    • Thirsty Thursday

    • Military Discount

    • Adults Run the Bases

  • Friday, July 25th, 7:05 PM

    • Star Wars Night!

  • Saturday, July 26th, 6:05 PM

    • Austin Riley Realtree Bobblehead Giveaway to the first 1,000 fans

  • Sunday, July 27th, 1:05 PM

    • Fuzzy’s Kids Club

    • Sunday Funday

    • Kids Run the Bases

    • Giving Sundays

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