Where is City Club located?

City Club does not currently have a brick-and-mortar space but plans to hold events at a variety of local venues and locations.

Do I have to be a member or former member of the University Club to attend City Club activities?

Currently, City Club has no membership structure. All activities are ticketed events and open to anyone who would like to attend.

How do I find out about City Club events?

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Who We Are

City Club of Columbia welcomes friends throughout the community to enjoy opportunities for social connection, education, life enrichment and memorable experiences. We design events that showcase all the best of what our city has to offer. Please take a moment to learn more about the City Club of Columbia and our upcoming events.

Our History

Three decades ago, the University Club of the University of Missouri began as a social club for alumni and friends of the university. As the former University Club, we hosted a wide variety of events, from retirements to fundraisers to birthdays and anniversaries of members. We were known for elegant and delicious meals, rich conversation, specialty events and memorable experiences.

Today, as the City Club of Columbia, we are expanding our focus to showcase all the unique experiences Columbia has to offer.

Our COLUMBIA, MO Events

Creating Community One Moment at a Time

City Club of Columbia organizes a variety of carefully crafted events and experiences for members of the Columbia community enjoy. We offer interesting speakers, entertaining performers and engaging event hosts that everyone can enjoy at different venues throughout the city. Each event we host is designed to offer one or more of the following:

Education.

We believe that learning is a life-long endeavor. We want attendees to leave each event with a new perspective to help them better appreciate everyday life.

Enjoyment.

Each event is designed to give participants an enjoyable experience that can create lasting memories.

Friendships.

Event attendees will have the opportunity to get to know other residents of Columbia through meaningful interactions. We offer experiences that foster friendships both new and old.

Upcoming Events

February 2025

February 6 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Sager Reeves Gallery Event

Sager Reeves Gallery 1025 East Walnut St., Columbia, MO, United States

Event Gallery

Want to know more about City Club of Columbia events?

Check out our event image gallery below to see snapshots from our latest outings.

Sylvia Ferguson entertained guests with cabaret songs and Christmas favorites

In December, guests of the Holiday Cabaret gathered at the Columbia Country Club for a live performance

Guests visited Sharp End for shopping and a history of Black businesses in Columbia

While in Arrow Rock, the participants visited with the cast of Noises Off!

In August, 2024 a trip to Arrow Rock, Mo, included a viewing of Noises Off at the Lyceum Theatre

February 2024 Wine Tasting at the Country Club of Missouri

Wine Tasting Event at the Country Club of Missouri Led by Matthew Smith

Sylvia Ferguson singing Christmas favorites at A Holiday Happening!

Guests enjoying the vocals of Sylvia Ferguson at A Holiday Happening!

Sylvia Ferguson performing "Divine Divas" at A Holiday Happening at the Columbia Country Club.

Oct 12, 2023 Charter Member Kickoff Event at Orr Street Studios

Friends eating and chatting at the Belly Mixer Event

Julia Norregaard, Bruce Cox, Thorkild Norregaard, and Richard Burns at the Belly Mixer Event

Our Leadership

The City Club of Columbia Board Members

The board members of the City Club of Columbia are all former supporters of the University Club who recognized the benefits of an organization that provided a bridge between “town and gown.” We are dedicated to expanding beyond the offerings of the University to showcase all the unique and authentic opportunities available throughout our city. View our list of current board members below.