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Free Events at the Koger Center for the Arts

The Koger Center for the Arts strives to present premier artists in exceptional performances accessible to all members of the public.  Many shows and events are FREE and open to the public, removing the financial barrier for participation.  Please join us throughout the year for the following shows and events: 

Koger Center Galleries 

The Koger Center for the Arts is dedicated to showcasing the best of what South Carolina has to offer in all art forms, including visual art. There is a permanent collection of art spread throughout the building and two gallery spaces: the Gallery at the Koger Center and The Nook, both on the second floor.  The Gallery at the Koger Center is the main exhibition space that averages 5 different art exhibits each year, featuring various artists based in South Carolina. The Nook is a rotating gallery created through a partnership between the Koger Center and The Jasper Project. The Nook hosts monthly exhibits with receptions in conjunction with the Vista Guild’s Third Thursday Art Nights.  The visual art can be viewed for free when the building and Galleries are open to the public. 

Opening Receptions – Koger Center Galleries

  • Kathryn Morganelli (May 20, 5:30 – 7 p.m.)
    • The Nook at the Koger Center, 2nd Floor
  • Ginny Merett and The Koger Center Project Winners’ Exhibition (June 18, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.)
    • The Nook and the Gallery at the Koger Center, 2nd Floor
  • Sonya Diimmler (July 16, 5:30 – 7 p.m.)
    • The Nook at the Koger Center, 2nd Floor
  • Isaac Udogwu (August 20, 5:30 – 7 p.m.)
    • The Nook at the Koger Center, 2nd Floor
  • Patrick Parise (September 17, 5:30 – 7 p.m.)
    • The Nook at the Koger Center
  • Keshoan Johnson (October 15, 5:30 – 7 p.m.)
    • The Nook at the Koger Center
  • K. Wayne Thornley (November 19, 5:30 – 7 p.m.)
    • The Nook at the Koger Center

Koger Center Events 

Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series Concerts – All concerts at 5-7 p.m.

  • SPRING 2026 CONCERTS
    • April 18 – River Shook Duo (Opener: Soda City Brass Band)
    • April 25 – Sunny War (Opener: Death Ray Robin)
    • May 2 – Five Ohm (Opener: Rock n’ Roll MFs)
    • May 9 – Carolyn Wonderland (Opener: Philip Thomas)
  • FALL 2026 CONCERTS
    • September 10 – Admiral Radio (Opener: Angela Easterling)
    • September 17 – Black Nerd Mafia
    • September 24 – Molly Martin (Opener: Homemade Haircuts)
    • October 1 – Küf Knotz & Christine Elise
    • October 8 – Sam Morrow (Opener: She Might Get Loud)
    • October 15 – Making Movies (Opener: Opus & The Frequencies)

Concerts and Other Performances

  • Palmetto Concert Band – Memorial Day Concert (May 24, 4 p.m.)
    • Koger main stage
  • Southeastern Piano Festival – Lunchtime Concert (June 9, 12 p.m.)
    • Koger Orchestra Lobby
  • A Family Concert with Laurie Berkner (June 13, 11 a.m.)
    • Koger main stage