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

The Sharp End Shopping Event

Sharp End Shops 5th and Walnut St., Columbia, MO

The City Club of Columbia will sponsor a shopping event at The Sharp End! The Shops at 5th and Walnut St. Columbia, MO  65201 FREE with refreshments provided by The City […]

A Holiday Cabaret!

Columbia Country Club 2210 N. Country Club Dr., Columbia, MO, United States

Mark your calendar! Join us at the Columbia Country Club to celebrate the holiday season as we entertain you once again with a live vocal performance by Sylvia Ferguson, one […]

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.

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

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

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

Tootie Burns displaying City Club's new banner at the Belly Mixer Event

Geroge Smith dinner celebration.

Guests enjoying dinner with Nobel winner George Smith.

George Smith displaying his Nobel Prize Certificate

Wine Tasting with Matt Smith at Country Club of Missouri - October 20, 2022

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.

Tootie Burns

Bill Costello

Linda Keown

Bruce Cox

Julia Norregaard

Pete Kingma

Karen John

John LaRocca