Local Living: Several live shows in Columbia, Black History Parade and Festival

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– In today’s look at Local Living, there will be several live shows in Columbia this week.

Katt Williams is bringing his “Dark Matter Comedy Tour” to the Colonial Life Arena on Friday, Feb. 23 at 8 p.m.

And the legendary singer Gladys Knight will perform at the Township Auditorium on Friday at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets to both shows are available on Ticketmaster.

This is the last week to enjoy a free Friday at Riverbanks Zoo.

Every Friday since January, Richland and Lexington County residents could enjoy a free daytime admission to the zoo.

You just need a proof of residency such as a driver’s license or a property tax statement.

The 19th annual Black History Parade and Festival is taking place this weekend.

The parade will begin at the corner of Hampton and Harden streets while the festival will be at MLK Park.

You can enjoy some family fun and a performance by southern soul artist “Mr.David”.

The event is on Saturday, Feb. 24 from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m.