Columbia is frequently ranked as a top place to live, best place to raise a family and a great community in which to retire. The things that make it so livable also make it a great destination to visit. Columbia hosts the fifth largest state games in the United States, the Show-Me-State Games, and is proud to be the home of the University of Missouri (Mizzou) Tigers. From championship sports tournaments and a variety of art galleries to year-round festivals, including First Night Columbia and the famous Roots ‘n’ Blues BBQ Festival, Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big-city amenities and a high-quality of life for all ages and interests.