Emo Night Karaoke Returns to The Senate

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The Senate in Columbia, South Carolina is hosting an Emo Night Karaoke event on January 30th, 2026. The event will feature a live band playing a setlist of over 100 pop punk and emo songs, allowing attendees to sign up and take the stage as the lead vocalist. The event will have full concert production and visuals to create an immersive emo music experience.

Why it matters

Emo Night events have become increasingly popular in recent years, allowing music fans to come together and celebrate the nostalgic sounds of the emo and pop punk genres from the early 2000s. This event at The Senate provides an opportunity for Columbia residents and visitors to experience the thrill of performing their favorite emo anthems live with a full backing band.

The details

Attendees can sign up on a first-come, first-served basis to take the stage and sing along to a setlist of over 100 emo and pop punk songs. The live band will provide musical accompaniment and can even offer backup vocals if needed. The event will feature full concert production elements like lighting and visuals to create an authentic emo music experience.

• The Emo Night Karaoke event will take place on January 30th, 2026.
• The event will start at 9:00 PM.

What’s next

Attendees can check the event website for the latest updates on the setlist and to sign up for a song slot.