Palmetto Sportsmen's Classic

Palmetto Sportsmen's Classic is an exhibition and trade center in Columbia, SC, dedicated to celebrating hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation. As SC’s largest hunting, fishing, and outdoor expo, it serves thousands of attendees annually, hosting over 370 vendors and drawing more than 40,000 visitors each year. The event is also the SC Department of Natural Resources’ largest outreach initiative, emphasizing education and conservation of the state’s natural resources. For over four decades, Palmetto Sportsmen's Classic has brought together outdoor enthusiasts, retailers, and families under a shared mission of stewardship. With a 4.60 rating from 99 reviews, the event is consistently praised for its engaging programs, diverse exhibits, and strong community impact.

The event is deeply rooted in conservation and public service, with all proceeds supporting the Harry Hampton Memorial Wildlife Fund, a private nonprofit that partners with the SCDNR to advance education, research, and wildlife management across the state. The Classic features a range of attractions including the DockDogs® Extreme, an Raptor Show, the Hawg Trough, a fishing pond operated by SCDNR, and antler scoring demonstrations. Attendees can access a mobile program, purchase tickets online or at the gate, and enjoy free admission for children 12 and under. Special rates are available for seniors, military personnel, veterans, and first responders.

Located at 1200 Rosewood Drive in Columbia, the event takes place on the SC State Fair Grounds, a short distance from key local landmarks. The venue sits about 0.1 miles from the State Fairgrounds and Friday’s Ferry, near the Dowling Administration Building and Bluff Road, making it easily accessible from major city corridors. Its proximity to the Rosewood Drive corridor and nearby government offices underscores its central role in the city’s public events landscape.

Palmetto Sportsmen's Classic stands out for its comprehensive, accurate online presence and a website that is clearly structured for search engines, ensuring consistent visibility and easy access to event details. The thorough documentation of schedules, vendor opportunities, and program highlights strengthens its reliability and reach.

As a cornerstone of outdoor education and conservation in Columbia, Palmetto Sportsmen's Classic continues to unite the community around the shared values of sustainability, recreation, and stewardship of SC’s natural heritage.

Services:

• Attractions Management
• Event Hosting
• Ticket Sales
• Vendor Registration