Not many people enjoy cold weather, however it’s safe to say most people enjoy the winter season. With all of the holidays, snuggling weather, comfort foods and sometimes even snow you can’t help but to appreciate the winter. Let’s talk about our 5 favorite activities to enjoy in the winter!
Movie Theaters
Catch a movie at theAMC Columbia 14,The Regal Snowden SquareorRegal Laurel Towne Centrein Laurel, MD. Laurel is just under a 20 minute drive from Columbia so no need to worry if theaters are sold out in Columbia.
Going to the movies is a great activity to do with the family or for date night. Visit the movie theaters’ website or Fandango to purchase tickets and view showtimes.
Indoor Games
It’s important to stay active in the winter and Columbia has some cool places where you can stay active and have fun!
Visit theMain Eventin Columbia to enjoy several activities like bowling, laser tag, virtual reality and more. Main Event is great for groups, they offer activity packages for birthday parties, work events, field trips and more. There is also food and a bar to to relax and eat while you enjoy activities
Hours of Operation:
Monday: 11am-1am
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday: 11am-12am
Friday: 11am-2am
Saturday: 9am-2am
Arts and Crafts
Interested in visual arts? Visit theColumbia Art Center! Right in Columbia this art center offers classes and programs, art exhibits, studio rentals and more throughout the year.
The gallery also sells students’ and teachers’ artwork at an affordable price and even free gift wrapping
Hours of Operation:
Monday and Wednesday: 10am -2pm; 4:30pm-7:30pm
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 10am-2pm
Saturday: Varies
Sunday: Closed
Escape Rooms
Are you up for the challenge? Escape rooms are a great way to get your mind stimulated and work on team building.
Race against the clock to escape the room! Whether you come for birthday parties, corporate events or just having a fun night out with friends you have one hour to find clues, solve puzzles and escape!
Put on your thinking cap and visitA Game of Roomsin Columbia; open 7 days a week from 10am -8:30pm by appointment only.
Nature Center
Robinson Nature Centeris another great indoor activity center that’s sure to keep you stimulated. The nature center offers all sorts of activities and programs throughout the year. Robinson Nature Center seeks to entertain and inform people on situations surrounding environmental awareness. They make learning fun by connecting people of all ages with nature.
Some of their amenities include: Indoor exhibits, a children’s discovery room, outdoor trails, natural play area, planetarium, gift shop, rental spaces and more. Visit the nature center from Wednesday to Saturday from 9am-5pm and Sunday from 12pm- 5pm.
