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About The Main Course

The Main Course, located at 1624 Main Street in downtown Columbia, SC, was a unique eatertainment venue featuring a Main Stage and immersive gaming spaces. While the space has since been repurposed and The Venue on Main operates nearby at 1626 Main St, this page provides a comprehensive guide to the area, how to get around, parking options, and nearby lodging and dining to help you plan a seamless night out in the heart of the City of a Thousand Points.

Whether you’re a local resident or visiting from out of town, securing your plans near the vibrant Main Street District is easy with nearby hotels, convenient transit, and a variety of eateries. We’ve got you with practical details and trusted partner recommendations to make your night effortless.

Key notes: The Main Course historically hosted live music nightly and was part of a bustling entertainment scene in downtown Columbia. The adjacent venue, The Venue on Main, began operating in 2022 and offers its own schedule of performances at 1626 Main St. For current event listings and availability, check official artist pages and partner venue sites. Parking in the Main Street District includes five garages with the first hour free, plus on-street options. Transportation is supported by The COMET and a complimentary Yellow Shirt shuttle, making it easy to enjoy a night out without driving. Explore nearby hotels and affiliate dining options to pair a great show with a memorable meal or drink. We’ve got you covered with practical details to help you plan your visit around Columbia’s thriving downtown scene.

  • Parking: Five garages (PJ Cannon, Washington St, Taylor St, Sumter St, Lady St) with first hour free; on-street parking the best available price per hour; free weekends.
  • Transit: The COMET bus system serves downtown; complimentary Yellow Shirt shuttle within the district.
  • Hotels nearby: Holiday Inn Downtown, Marriott Columbia, Hotel Trundle, Moxy Columbia Downtown, Sheraton Columbia Downtown.
  • Nearby dining: A variety of restaurants and eateries in the Main Street District offering pre/post-show options. We’ll highlight trusted affiliate partners for dining when you’re booking a night out.
  • Note on venue status: The Main Course venue status and calendar should be verified; The Venue on Main operates separately at 1626 Main St with its own calendar. Always confirm current venue details and listings when planning.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1624 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201.
  • Venue type: eatertainment/dining venue with a Main Stage and immersive gaming spaces; hosted live music and events.
  • Capacity: not publicly published; no formal seating chart publicly available.
  • Parking: Main Street District offers five garages (PJ Cannon, Washington St, Taylor St, Sumter St, Lady St) with first hour free; on-street parking $1.50/hour; free weekends.
  • Transit: The Main Street District provides a complimentary Yellow Shirt shuttle and is served by The COMET bus system.
  • Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Downtown, Marriott Columbia, Hotel Trundle, Moxy Columbia Downtown, Sheraton Columbia Downtown.
  • Notable events: live music nightly (examples include The Blue Dogs in July 2022 and The Gaspumpers in August 2022); The Venue on Main opened nearby in 2022 as a separate concept next to The Main Course.
  • Status/rename: The Main Course closed August 29, 2022; the venue space has since been repurposed and the adjacent venue (The Venue on Main) operates separately at 1626 Main St.