Today
in Columbus
Saturday, November 29th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of November.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Columbus airport reopened Friday with a new concrete runway after nearly four months of renovation, ready to support the busy Christmas travel season—local travelers say the update saves time and money by avoiding the long drive to Atlanta. WTVM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school football playoff games were played Friday, November 28 as teams in east Alabama and west Georgia competed to advance; scores included Reeltown 19—Lanett 35, Thomson 10—Carver 38, Sumter County 39—Carver Atlanta 20 and LaGrange 24—Stephenson 7. WTVM
- ➤ Yesterday, Georgia and Georgia Tech played a rivalry game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the Governor’s Cup—Georgia entered on a seven-year win streak while the Yellow Jackets aimed to break it. Today, Alabama takes on Auburn in the 90th Iron Bowl at Auburn, airing at 7:30 p.m. on ABC—Alabama looks to extend its five-game streak as Auburn seeks to spoil their playoff hopes. WTVM
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A Motown Christmas
7:00 – 8:30 PM — RiverCenter for the Performing Arts — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a festive evening with classic Motown hits and holiday cheer from former Motown legends.
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2025 Precept Columbus Christmas Luncheon
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — The Bibb Mill Event Center — Ticket info available on request — Celebrate the festive season with a Christmas Luncheon hosted by the Columbus Georgia Area Precept.
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Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Columbus River Dragons
7:35-9:05 p.m. — Columbus Civic Center — Admission tickets required — Catch the thrilling ice hockey clash between the Athens Rock Lobsters and the Columbus River Dragons.
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Breakfast with Santa
8-11 a.m. — Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center — Adults $15, Children $25 — Enjoy a festive pancake breakfast while making crafts and capturing memories with Santa.
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Disney's Frozen - The Musical
2-3:30 p.m. — Springer Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Disney's Frozen live on stage.
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The Prophecy Show: A Tribute to Trans-Siberian Orchestra
7:30-9 p.m. — RiverCenter for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying evening of holiday rock music performed by classically trained musicians.
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Disney’s Frozen Musical
7-8:30 p.m. — Springer Opera House — Ticketed event — Experience the musical phenomenon that brings the beloved film's songs to life on stage.
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Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — The Maltitude Bar at Banks — Tickets required — Celebrate the holiday season with a colorful and quirky pub crawl in your best ugly sweater.
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Disney's Frozen - The Musical
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Springer Opera House — Cost Info not provided — Experience the enchanting musical adaptation of the beloved animated film featuring thrilling songs and new music.
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Columbus River Dragons vs. Athens Rock Lobsters
7:35-9:05 p.m. — Columbus Civic Center — Cost info not provided — Catch the thrilling hockey match between the River Dragons and the Rock Lobsters.
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