When you thought of fun things to do in Columbia, Missouri you dreamed of the blissful nights you would spend clamoring around bars or fraternity gatherings in kitten heels, velour body suits and faded denim skirts. You imagined the boys, all unique in their own ways, from the effortless appeal of their Patagonia pullovers to their scuffed leather loafers. In other words, you are looking flawless, and they look, well, downright delicious. This is the dream for some. For others, it is a hellish nightmare to be avoided at all costs.
If you’re the simple kind of girl who knows that there is plenty of time in the future to be spent socializing with spirits and chasing after chaps, you probably spend your free time doing what you are supposed to be doing: studying. What will you do, however, during those occasional breaks from the books?
On the other hand, maybe you do enjoy a good party, but you crave the occasional break from the wild side to do something more relaxed. Here are 10 fun things to do in Columbia that don’t involve drinking.
Columbia has a ton of random parks and conservation areas.
Movies are always fun things to do in Columbia. Catch a rare Indie flick before anyone else sees it.
Thrifted clothes are always in style.
There’s so many to choose from: Rocheport, Williamsburg, Moberly, Booneville, Lake of the Ozark’s, etc. Take an adventure outside of the college town when search of things to do at Columbia.
Some things to do at Columbia include Mizzou After Dark or a sporting event. School pride never hurt anyone.
Just don’t impulsively adopt.
There’s The Canvas on Broadway or Paint the Town. My only advice is to not buy the wine they offer. Painting is still fun without alcoholic beverages involved.
This is a great excuse to invite a crush out on a date.
A girls or guys night with board games and a few appetizers is always fun. Cards Against Humanity, anyone? When you’re looking for fun things to do in Columbia that don’t involve leaving the comfort of your place, game nights are always the answer.
Gather a group of friends together for a family style meal at a local restaurant or in the comfort of your own apartment. You know you’ve been craving Flat Branch this whole time.
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