Columbia, S.C. – Barbecue fans, mark your calendars! The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) has announced that world-renowned barbecue expert Steven Raichlen will serve as the official emcee for the 2026 Southeastern BBQ Showdown. Raichlen, a Barbecue Hall of Fame inductee and author of the bestselling Barbecue!Continue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – Thousands of classic car fans packed Moore Park on Sunday, June 29, as the world-famous 2025 Hemmings Great Race, presented by Coker Tire, made its grand finale right in the heart of Irmo. The nine-day, 2,300-mile rally began in St. Paul, Minnesota, and finished in spectacular styleContinue Reading
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board has welcomed Annie Clark as its new Special Events Manager. Clark brings years of experience in event planning, communications, and marketing. Before joining the tourism board, she served as the Event Manager at Columbia College, where she oversaw everything from institutional eventsContinue Reading
Hundreds of Classic Cars and Thousands of Visitors Expected at Moore Park IRMO – Get ready for the rumble of engines and a blast from the past as Irmo prepares to host the Grand Finish of the 2025 Hemmings Motor News Great Race on Sunday, June 29, at Moore Park.Continue Reading
Lake Murray, SC — Get ready for a patriotic weekend like no other! Lake Murray’s Independence Day Celebration 2025 will light up the sky on Saturday, June 28, with its iconic fireworks display launched from Spence and Dreher Islands. The show begins at dark (around 9:15 PM) and is synchronizedContinue Reading
Lake Murray, SC — Get ready for a weekend of high-octane excitement and incredible nautical craftsmanship as The Dam Boat Run returns to Lake Murray! This thrilling powerboating event will showcase some of the most impressive and beautifully engineered boats in the country. Boating enthusiasts from across the U.S. willContinue Reading
Lake Murray has won the title of “Best Lake for Water Sports” in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2025. Photo by John BoozerLake Murray The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board has announced Lake Murray has been named the #1 Best Lake for Water Sports by the USAContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – The town of Irmo is set to welcome the thrilling conclusion of the Hemmings Motor News Great Race on June 29 at Moore Park, marking the Grand Finish of the iconic 2,300-mile, cross-country rally. Hosted by Capital City/Lake Murray Country, the event is more than just aContinue Reading
CAYCE, S.C. – Local angler Andy Wicker brought home a major victory last week, winning the 2024 American Fishing Tour (AFT) National Championship on Lake Murray and earning the prestigious title of Angler of the Year. Wicker, a Cayce native, topped a field of skilled weekend anglers from 20 statesContinue Reading
Columbia, S.C. – Lake Murray has once again earned national recognition, receiving a nomination for Best Lake for Water Sports in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards — marking the second consecutive year the lake has been honored. After securing 2nd place in the 2024 awards, trailing only Lake Erie,Continue Reading
Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week in style at the Spring Porch Party and Gift Shop Sale hosted by the Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) Visitor’s Center on Wednesday, May 8, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The event will be held at the Lake Murray Country Visitors Center, locatedContinue Reading