Welcome to The Senate at Tin Roof, a premier live-music venue in downtown Columbia, South Carolina. With a 1,200-person capacity, a flexible 5,400 sq ft space, and multiple bars, this venue offers a dynamic setting for concerts, showcases, and events. Rebranded from Music Farm Columbia in 2018, The Senate is part of Tin Roof’s live-music block and has hosted a diverse lineup from J. Cole to Morgan Wallen and Third Eye Blind. Whether you’re here for an intimate experience at VIP tables or the energy of general admission standing, we’ve got you covered with up-to-date parking, transit options, and nearby hotel recommendations to make your trip simple and enjoyable.

Located at 1022B Senate Street (also listed as 1022 Senate Street), The Senate sits in The Vista district, a hub of dining, nightlife, and culture. Our page provides practical details on seating, parking, transportation, and nearby accommodations to help you secure your seats with ease.

Plan ahead for your visit with reliable logistics: limited on-site parking plus nearby garages at 1007 Park St and 851 Park St. The COMET bus network services the area via the Soda Cap Connector, and The Vista is walkable to several transit options. For a comfortable stay, consider nearby hotels such as Hilton Columbia Center, Hampton Inn Downtown Historic District, Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista, and Aloft Columbia Downtown. These partner picks offer convenient access to The Senate and often special rates for event guests. Remember, events vary—check the date and seating availability for each show. Secure your tickets and your stay through our trusted connections, and enjoy a smooth, no-fuss experience at The Senate.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Capacity: 1,200
Address: 1022B Senate Street, Columbia, SC 29201 (also listed as 1022 Senate Street in plan materials)
Venue type: Concert and event center; 5,400 sq ft space with multiple bars and flexible floor plans
Seating/chart: Primarily general admission standing; VIP tables and occasional seating; outdoor patio available for some events
Parking: On-site lot with limited spaces; nearby garages at 1007 Park St and 851 Park St
Transit: Located in The Vista; served by The COMET bus network (Soda Cap Connector) with nearby stops; walking distance to several transit options
Nearby hotels: Hilton Columbia Center (924 Senate St), Hampton Inn Downtown Historic District (822 Gervais St), Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista (819 Gervais St), Aloft Columbia Downtown (823 Lady St), among others
Notable events: Has hosted acts such as J. Cole, Morgan Wallen, Third Eye Blind, Diplo, Luke Combs, Lauv, Rainbow Kitten Surprise
Renaming/history: Rebranded from Music Farm Columbia to The Senate in 2018; part of Tin Roof’s live-music block in downtown Columbia