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A Taste of Lake Murray

4th of July Celebration Fundraiser

A Taste of Lake Murray Returns March 2

4th of July Celebration Fundraiser

Tickets are on sale now for The Social Event of the Year, A Taste of Lake Murray, presented by Lexington Medical Center, March 2 at 6 PM at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Columbia. Dance the night away while listening to music from Beach Music favorites The Swingin' Medallions and local duo Prettier Than MattSample flavors from around the region and vote for your favorite chef to join Team Lake Murray Country at the World Food Championship. Bid on the silent auction and have fun at everyone’s favorite “party with a purpose!” Visit LakeMurrayCountry.com or call 803-781-5940 to purchase your tickets today!  

The 2023 Taste of Lake Murray restaurants include: Alodia's Cucina Italiana, Bakon Southern Eatery, Bessie's Bites & Sweet Delights, Big Boys BBQ, Blue Marlin, Cafe Strudel, Chophouse of Chapin, Cinnamon Hill Kitchen, Colombo's, Doko Smoke, Hollow Creek Distillery, Lexington Innovation Center, Moe's Southwest Grill, Nothing Bundt Cakes, O'Hara's Irish Pub, Roy's Grille, Sarah's Rockin' Kitchen, The Bistro, Verde.

“We can’t wait for this year’s Taste of Lake Murray event! The entertainment lineup is amazing and the participating restaurants are some of the best in the region,” said, Vickie Davis, VP of Special Events and Funding with Capital City/Lake Murray Country.

The Taste of Lake Murray is the sole fundraiser for the 4th of July Fireworks event produced by the Capital City/Lake Murray Regional Tourism Board. Save the date: 4th of July Celebration Fireworks is July 1, 2023. Donations for the event are accepted year-round at the Lake Murray Country Visitors Center: 2184 North Lake Drive, Columbia or make a donation at LakeMurrayFireworks.com.

“We are so grateful for the community members that come out and support this event each year helping us raise the funds for Lake Murray’s July 4th Celebration,” said Miriam Atria, President/CEO of Capital City/Lake Murray Country.

The 2023 Taste of Lake Murray sponsors include: Lexington Medical Center, First Community Bank, Dominion Energy, DoubleTree by Hilton, Palm Beach Tan, Tidewater Boats, Whitewater Landing, Michelin, Bentley Pontoons, US FOODS, Centre Realty, Charles Crosby, Dick Dyer & Associates, Independence Solutions, Jan Jernigan – Morgan Stanley, Jumper Carter Sease Architects, Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology, Lake Life Realty-Kaz Burnz, Marine 360, MCEC, NW White, Post and Courier Columbia, Sea Hunt Boats, Solara Hospitality, Trevett’s Print + Mail.

Purchase your tickets now. Included with your ticket purchase is event entry, tasty bites from regional restaurants, beer and wine, and all the fun you can have! Attendees must be 21 and up to attend. To purchase tickets, call (803) 781-5940 x 200, purchase online at TasteofLakeMurray.com or stop by the Lake Murray Country Visitors Center (2184 N. Lake Drive, Columbia). 

CCLMC is the official source for all things Lake Murray Country. Find information on attractions, dining, hotels, outdoor recreation, fishing, golf, and events to plan your next trip. Explore the top southern destinations of Columbia, Lexington, Newberry, and Saluda. For more information about CCLMC visit LakeMurrayCountry.com or call 803-781-5940 | 1-866-SC-Jewel.

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