Aiken County Calendar of Events
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Dressage in the Park
Aiken Horse Park 931 Powderhouse Road, Aiken, SC, United StatesDressage In The Park USEF/USDF Level 3 Official Qualifying Competition January 25 - 26, 2025 Free & Open to the Public
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration
USCA Convocation Center 2049 Champion Way, Aiken, SC, United StatesUSC Aiken and Aiken Technical College will host the 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration at 2:30 PM Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025. Aiken Technical College and the University […]
Aiken County Historical Museum Lecture Series
Aiken County Historical Museum 433 Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC, United StatesThe Friends of the Aiken County Historical Museum present the 2025 Winter Lecture Series. Lectures begin at 3pm, Sundays January 26 - February 23. Seating is limited, registration is required. […]
Artist Cheryl Dillinger Art Exhibit
Aiken County Visitors Center 133 Laurens St NW, Aiken, SC, United StatesCome check out the Aiken County Visitors Center Monthly Artists Exhibit displaying a new local artist each month. Make sure you stop and see the talent. Our business hours are […]
Jazz! Art Quilts in Performance Exhibit
The Center for African American History, Art and Culture 120 York Street, NE, Aiken, SC, United StatesThe Center invites you to the gallery exhibition "Jazz! Art Quilts in Performance" featuring the African American Story Quilts of Dr. Marlene O'Bryant-Seabrook. The exhibit, set in the vibrant era […]
2025 Artists of Color Exhibit
Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta 100 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC, United StatesPlease join the Arts & Heritage Center of North Augusta in welcoming the 4th Annual "Artists of Color" Exhibit. In recognition of Black History Month, they are presenting the works […]
Aiken County Farmers Market
Aiken County Farmers Market 115 Williamsburg St NE, Aiken, SC, United StatesListed on the Aiken Historic Register, the Aiken County Farmers Market sells fresh produce including corn, tomatoes, beans, fruit, baked goods, and local meats and cheeses. Goods are displayed on […]
Tuesdays in the Park
Aiken Horse Park 931 Powderhouse Road, Aiken, SC, United StatesThe Winter season gives us the chance to share Bruce's Field with our local equestrian community. Jumper and Hunter rings and a Dressage arena. Our Tuesday schooling days provide an […]
Schooling Dressage – Collection
Stable View 117 Stable Dr., Aiken, South CarolinaJoin Stable View in 2025 for Schooling Dressage - Collection days. __________ January 29 February 26 March 26 June 11 July 9 September 10 October 8 November 12 December 3
Test-N-Tune/Grudge Racing
Carolina Dragway 302 Dragstrip Rd., Aiken, SC, United StatesTest-N-Tune/Grudge Racing Race cars, street cars, bikes and more Drag racing | Great concession food Gates open: 6:30pm Spectators: $20 Kids 12 & Under Free www.facebook.com/thehouseofhook
Aiken Winter Encore
Bruce's Field 931 Powderhouse Rd SE, Aiken, SC, United StatesThe Aiken Winter Premier will be held at the Aiken Horse Park and will take place January 31 - February 2, 2025. USEF National A Rated Level 2 Jumper USHJA […]
Aiken Antique Show Special Show Presentation
Aiken Center For the Arts 122 Laurens St SW Aiken, SC 29801, Aiken, SC, United States"Green Connections: 18th Century Conversation Between Gardeners in England and America" Friday, Jan 31st, 2025 9:30-10:30AM - Kirkland Moore made his love of green things a career, his first job […]
Aiken Antique Show
Aiken Center For the Arts 122 Laurens St SW Aiken, SC 29801, Aiken, SC, United StatesJanuary 31 - February 2, 2025 The Aiken Center for the Arts' Aiken Antique Show is celebrating its 24rd year. Come experience and celebrate one of the Southeast's most distinctive […]
A Night at the Copa Concert
“A Night at the Copa” harkens back to the fabulous fifties when the Mambo Kings, Desi Arnez, Trini Lopez and Dean Martin filled the airwaves with favorites such as Sway, […]
Aiken Antique Show Special Show Presentation
Aiken Center For the Arts 122 Laurens St SW Aiken, SC 29801, Aiken, SC, United States"Southern Interiors: A Celebration of Personal Style" Saturday, February 1st, 2025 9:30-10:30AM - Listen in as author and design editor, Tori Mellott opens the pages of her newly released book, […]
Historic Trolley Tour
City of Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum Park Avenue Southeast 460, Aiken, South Carolina, United StatesExperience Aiken's charm, grace, and elegance during a two-hour tour aboard the Aiken trolley. On the tour, you will learn about... Historic Homes and Churches Equestrian Sites The Civil War […]
Take-A-Hike
Henderson Heritage Preserve Mayfield Road, Aiken, South Carolina, United StatesJoin the City of Aiken Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Department for a guided group hike through one of Aiken's parks to learn about the best places for hikes in and […]
Gaston Livery Stable Guided Tours
Gaston Livery Stable 1315 Richland Avenue East, Aiken, SC, United StatesBuilt in 1893, Gaston Livery Stable is a former full-service livery stable. Significant for its role in the city's turn-of-the-century transportation industry, it is also important to equine and agricultural […]
Black Heritage in Racing Exhibit
The Center for African American History, Art and Culture 120 York Street, NE, Aiken, SC, United StatesBlack Heritage in Racing February 1 - 28, 2025 The Black Heritage in Racing traveling exhibit serves as a companion piece to the Black Heritage in Racing permanent exhibit at […]
Aiken Horsepower Association’s Monthly Cruise-In
Petco 251 Fabian Dr., Aiken, SC, United StatesCome join the Aiken Horsepower Association for their monthly cruise-in next to Petco and Popshelf on Fabian Drive. All rides welcome whether it is fully restored or a work in […]
Jason Sikes as Elvis Presley
The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United StatesSpotlights and stages are familiar territory for Jason Sikes, who has turned heads since 1998 as an Elvis impersonator. Join Jason at 7 pm on Saturday, February 1st at the […]
Gaston Unplugged
Gaston Livery Stable 1315 Richland Avenue East, Aiken, SC, United StatesAiken Music Fest is pleased to present the 2025 Winter Music Series "Gaston Unplugged". Gaston Unplugged is a 3 show series that will feature a new band for each show. […]
Karey Santos Art Exhibit
Aiken County Visitors Center 133 Laurens St NW, Aiken, SC, United StatesCome check out the Aiken County Visitors Center Monthly Artists Exhibit displaying a new local artist each month. Make sure you stop and see the talent. Our business hours are […]
Whiskey Road Foxhounds Hunt Week
Incorporating four hunts and social events every evening, Hunt Week is an annual festival of hunting held during February. Hunt Week 2025 is scheduled for February 5 to February 11. […]
USCA Women’s Basketball Home Game
USCA Convocation Center 2049 Champion Way, Aiken, SC, United StatesBring your Pacer Pride and support the local USCA Women's Basketball team. Go Pacers! Home Game Schedule: Date | Opponent | Time Jan. 25 | Clayton State | 1:30 PM […]
USCA Men’s Basketball Home Game
USC Aiken Convention Center 20 University Pkwy, Aiken, United StatesCome out in support of the University of South Carolina Aiken Men's basketball team. Go Pacers! Home Game Schedule: Date | Opponent | Time Jan. 15 | Georgia Southwestern | […]
2025 Savannah River Site Public Tour (SRS)
SRS Badge Station 46, Aiken, SC, United StatesIn the upcoming year, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) is inviting approximately 900 members of the public to hop on board one of 25 driving tours of the Savannah River […]
Winter Nocturne
The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United StatesThe Winter Nocturne has become a tradition to welcome the New Year with an enchanting evening of brilliant music. "Formidable...dizzying...magical." These words from New York reviewer Harris Goldsmith vividly illustrate […]
Aiken Classic Series
Highfields Event Center 118 Gaston Street, Aiken, SC, United States2025 USEF Aiken Classic Series January 3-5 Aiken Winter Classic I January 10-12 Aiken Winter Classic II February 7-9 Cupid Classic February 28 - March 2 March Madness I March […]
Hopelands Gardens & Rye Patch History Walk
Hopelands Gardens 135 Dupree Pl, Aiken, SC, United StatesJoin Allen Riddick, Aiken's own local historian, for a walk back in time to Aiken in the age of the Winter Colony. Learn about Hopelands Gardens and Rye Patch, the […]
Pickleball & Pizza
1745 Two Notch Rd, Aiken, SC 1745 Two Notch Rd., AikenPickleball and Pizza is a free event hosted by the Southern Pickleball Academy and open to the public. No sign-ups are needed, just show up ready to play pickleball on […]
CAROLINA Series – The Art and Artistry of Shawn Haynes
The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United StatesJoin us for a Gala Opening Reception and Artist Talk on February 7 at 6:00 PM (ticketed event); enjoy Shawn’s exhibit in our gallery from February 7-March 16, 2025. “As […]
The Bechtel Black Box Series
Aiken Community Theatre 126 Newberry St Sw, Aiken, SC, United StatesJoin the Aiken Community Theatre Friday, February 7th, at 7:00pm in the Bechtel Experimental Theatre for a fun evening of music and entertainment with a Valentine's Cabaret featuring all of […]
Backstretch Experience
Rye Patch 100 Berrie Rd., Aiken, SC, United StatesDiscover the magic of training Thoroughbred racehorses with a behind the scenes tour at the Aiken Training Track. The Aiken Training Track and the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame […]
Aiken County Historical Museum Family Fun Days
Aiken County Historical Museum 433 Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC, United StatesJoin the Aiken County Historical Museum on select Saturdays to learn more about Aiken County's history. Each month is a different theme and activity. This is a free and family-friendly […]
Cultural Series – YAMATO, the Drummers of Japan
The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United StatesYAMATO is a Japanese Taiko drumming group based in Asuka-mura Nara Prefecture which is well known by Japanese people as the hometown of Japanese drumming. Founded in 1993, these amazing […]
Blessing of the Crops Oyster Roast & Fish Fry
The Barn at Hutto Farms 417 Hudgins Rd, Williston, United StatesFebruary 13th, 6 PM - 8 PM Southern Palmetto Regional Chamber is excited to host this 3rd annual event, gathering agricultural producers and supporters large and small to pray for […]
Breeze Day at the Aiken Training Track
Aiken Training Track 538 Two Notch Road, Aiken, SC, United StatesBreeze Days at the Aiken Training Track return in February 2025. The Aiken Training Track and The City of Aiken proudly invite you to join us at the Clockers' Stand […]
A Year with Frog & Toad
Aiken Community Theatre 126 Newberry St Sw, Aiken, SC, United StatesAiken Community Theatre Youth Wing Production Based on Arnold Lobel's well-loved books, this whimsical show follows two great friends - the cheerful, popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad - […]
Aiken County Open Disc Golf Tournament
Boyd Pond Park 340 Boyd Pond Road, Aiken, SC, United StatesAiken County Open - PDGA C Tier February 15 - 16, 2025 Boyd Pond/Langley Pond Will require waiver from PDGA for Boyd Pond layout. Schedule Saturday, February 15, 2025 8:00am […]
Dressage At Bruce’s Field
Aiken Horse Park 931 Powderhouse Road, Aiken, SC, United StatesDressage At Bruce's Field USEF/USDF Level 2 Official Qualifying Competition February 15 - 16, 2025 Free & Open to the Public
Cold Creek Camellia Fest
Cold Creek Nurseries 398 Hitchcock Pkwy, Aiken, SC, United StatesJoin Cold Creek Nurseries for a day devoted to Camellias on February 15th from 10 am to 12 pm. Enjoy live music, grab a cup of coffee and savor complimentary […]
Gaston Livery Stable Guided Tours
Gaston Livery Stable 1315 Richland Avenue East, Aiken, SC, United StatesBuilt in 1893, Gaston Livery Stable is a former full-service livery stable. Significant for its role in the city's turn-of-the-century transportation industry, it is also important to equine and agricultural […]
Rack & Grill III: 9-Ball Tournament
The Rack & Grill III 522 York St., NE, Aiken, SC, United StatesJoin the Rack & Grill III in Aiken for a 9-Ball Tournament on the third Saturday every month. Diamond Bar Tables Doors open at 10am. Free practice at 12pm. Players […]
Downtown Aiken Mardi Gras
Newberry Festival Center Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC, United StatesThe Aiken Downtown Development Association is bringing Bourbon Street back to Downtown Aiken. Come to the 7th Annual Mardi Gras Celebration and enjoy parades, live music, Creole cuisine, and Authentic […]
Romance at the Symphony
The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United StatesAshley Emerson, soprano Dominic Armstrong, tenor Romantic favorites featuring husband and wife vocalists Ashley Emerson & Dominic Armstrong.
Aiken County Open Disc Golf Tournament
Langley Pond Park Langley Dam Rd., Warrenville, SC, United StatesAiken County Open - PDGA C Tier February 15 - 16, 2025 Boyd Pond/Langley Pond Will require waiver from PDGA for Boyd Pond layout. Schedule Saturday, February 15, 2025 8:00am […]
Vega Harp Duo
Aiken's First Baptist Church 120 Chesterfield St., N, Aiken, United StatesHarpists Vonda Darr and Carolyn Munford enjoy performing together and have done so for about 20 years. Their enthusiasm for the harp has carried over into recitals, teaching projects and […]
Modern Southern Novels on Page and Screen
Aiken County Public Library 314 Chesterfield St S, Aiken, SC, United StatesThe Aiken County Public Library will be presenting an original book and film discussion series titled "Modern Southern Novels on Page and Screen" from September 2024 - March 2025. This […]
Up & Atom
Newberry Hall 117 Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC, United StatesCitizens for Nuclear Technology Awareness periodically sponsors breakfast meetings with speakers on subjects related to nuclear technology and its impacts on society. Newberry Hall RSVP Required
Stable View: Hunter/Jumper Institute
Stable View 117 Stable Dr., Aiken, South CarolinaCome to Stable View for the unique opportunity for horse and rider to school courses in a competition-like atmosphere at the 2025 Hunter/Jumper Institutes. Jumpers pay per round and can […]
2025 Heart Show Benefit
The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United StatesMark you calendars for the 2025 Aiken Women's Heart Board Show. Don't miss out on this special show and your opportunity to support the American Heart Association. The show will […]
Savannah River Smackdown
SRP Park 187 Railroad Ave., North Augusta, SC, United StatesJoin SRP Park for an epic Savannah River Smackdown by the Phoenix Wrestling Experience on Thursday, February 20th from 6:30pm to 9pm. Don't miss out on one of the most […]
Aiken Land Conservancy Public Hike Series
The Aiken Land Conservancy Public Hike Series is up and running again for the 2024/2025 season. Save the dates and watch for additional information to be announced. September 7th October […]
Battle of Aiken
Battle of Aiken 1210 Powell Pond Rd., Aiken, SC, United StatesCome see history come alive with cannons, cavalry horses and living history experts. For two days, reenactors eat, sleep, live and fight in a painfully recreated version of the world […]
Friends of the Edisto Oyster Roast
Join us for some fun on the farm benefitting Friends of the Edisto & Edisto Riverkeeper. Bring your friends and enjoy some local craft beer, yard games & a meet […]
Annual Black History Jazz Concert
Lessie B. Price Aiken Senior & Youth Center 841 Edgefield Ave., NW, Aiken, SC, United StatesJoin us for the 15th annual Black History Concert. Enjoy an evening of lively music performed by local artists as we celebrate Black History Month. The concert will have light […]
Melodies & Masterpieces
Crown Plaza North Augusta 1060 Center St., North Augusta, SC, United StatesNorth Augusta Forward is excited to announce their second annual Melodies & Masterpieces fundraising event on February 22, 2025, at the Crowne Plaza in Riverside Village, North Augusta. An evening […]
Aiken Classic Series
Highfields Event Center 118 Gaston Street, Aiken, SC, United States2025 USEF Aiken Classic Series January 3-5 Aiken Winter Classic I January 10-12 Aiken Winter Classic II February 7-9 Cupid Classic February 28 - March 2 March Madness I March […]
Grand-Prix Eventing Showcase
Aiken Horse Park 931 Powderhouse Road, Aiken, SC, United StatesIn 2019, The Aiken Horse Park Foundation was pleased to introduce Aiken's first Eventing Showcase. Now in its 7th year, the Grand-Prix Eventing Festival at Bruce's Field has become the […]
University Theatre Players – One Acts
The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United StatesUniversity Theatre 2024-2025 Season University Theatre Players One Acts February 28 - March 1 at 7:00pm and March 2 at 2:00pm Adults: $10.00 / Students: $5.00 Join us for an […]
Annual March Madness
Carolina Dragway 302 Dragstrip Rd., Aiken, SC, United StatesCome out to Carolina Dragway for Hitman Productions / Mike Hill's Annual March Madness Racing. No-Time/Grudge Races $30 Spectator Fee Kids 10 & Under Free Event Schedule: Gates open - […]
Aiken Horsepower Association’s Monthly Cruise-In
Petco 251 Fabian Dr., Aiken, SC, United StatesCome join the Aiken Horsepower Association for their monthly cruise-in next to Petco and Popshelf on Fabian Drive. All rides welcome whether it is fully restored or a work in […]
Mardi Gras Party
The Village Cafe 110 Coach Light Way, Aiken, SC, United StatesLaissez le bon temps rouler! Join The Village Cafe to celebrate the good times with New Orleans-style dishes and cocktails, plus a round of Mardi-Gras-inspired trivia. Follow the event page […]
CAROLINA Series – Lobster Man, by Jonathan Cook
The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United StatesOriginally written as a one-act play, Lobster Man was originally selected for production in the Samuel French Off-Broadway Festival in New York City, in 2023. After its New York premiere, […]
Aiken Classic Series
Highfields Event Center 118 Gaston Street, Aiken, SC, United States2025 USEF Aiken Classic Series January 3-5 Aiken Winter Classic I January 10-12 Aiken Winter Classic II February 7-9 Cupid Classic February 28 - March 2 March Madness I March […]
Joye in Aiken: Funeral Parade
Newberry Festival Center Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC, United StatesWe invite you to the Joye in Aiken Kickoff New Orleans-Style Funeral Parade on March 7th. This is a fun family event with a horse-drawn caisson, a jazz band led […]
Triple Crown Road Race
O'Dell Weeks Activity Center 1700 Whiskey Road, Aiken,The Triple Crown 10 Miler traverses a scenic course through the historic horse district of Aiken South Carolina, starting and ending at the Odell Weeks Activity Center. Flat, fast and […]
Aiken County Historical Museum Family Fun Days
Aiken County Historical Museum 433 Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC, United StatesJoin the Aiken County Historical Museum on select Saturdays to learn more about Aiken County's history. Each month is a different theme and activity. This is a free and family-friendly […]
Joye in Aiken: Cabaret with Peter Dugan & John Brancy
The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United StatesSee the show that brought down the house at New York's famed Cafe Carlyle! Joye in Aiken is proud to present an exclusive performance of this hugely popular cabaret program […]
Joye in Aiken: Swing Dance Party featuring the Mark Rapp Swingtet
The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United StatesPut on your dancing shoes and join us for a truly swinging Swing Dance Party! At 7:00 p.m., take part in swing dance lessons by our professional dance instructors. At […]
Joye in Aiken: Sanctuary Concert with the Claire Bryant String Trio
Aiken First Presbyterian Church 224 Barnwell Ave. NW, Aiken, SC, United StatesBeloved cellist Claire Bryant returns to the Festival in one of her many performances here since her days as a Juilliard student. This time Claire leads her string trio in […]
Americana Women
Amentum Center for Performing Arts 126 Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC, United StatesThe Aiken Performing Arts presents Americana Women. Embark on a magical musical journey celebrating female icons from the roots of American folk to country and rock genres. This group of […]
Joye in Aiken: Jeff Picker & Band
The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United StatesBassist Jeff Picker was last seen here with his now-wife, four-time GRAMMY winner and Americana superstar Sarah Jarosz. Now we are proud to present Jeff in concert with his own […]
Americana Women
Amentum Center for Performing Arts 126 Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC, United StatesThe Aiken Performing Arts presents Americana Women. Embark on a magical musical journey celebrating female icons from the roots of American folk to country and rock genres. This group of […]
Breakfast at the Gallops
Aiken Training Track 538 Two Notch Road, Aiken, SC, United StatesCelebrate Aiken’s racing heritage with a memorable breakfast at the Aiken Training Track on Friday, March 14. This event offers a ringside view of future racing stars as they train, […]
USHJA Hunter Jumpers In & Out Series
Stable View 117 Stable Dr., Aiken, South CarolinaStable View USHJA Hunter Jumpers In & Out Series 2025 Dates __________ January 3 - 5 | Series 1 March 14 - 16 | Series 2 May 30 - June […]
Joye in Aiken: Kings Return
The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United StatesMale acapella group Kings Return shot to stardom by virtue of bare-bones stairwell videos that went viral, amassing over 10 million views. Now the four members of the vocal ensemble […]
Spring Open House
Cold Creek Nurseries 398 Hitchcock Pkwy, Aiken, SC, United StatesJoin Cold Creek Nurseries for an exciting celebration at their upcoming Spring Open House on March 15 from 10 am to 1 pm. Get ready to discover the latest and […]
Take-A-Hike
Boyd Pond Park 340 Boyd Pond Road, Aiken, SC, United States"Take-A-Hike" at Boyd Pond Park Saturday, March 15, 2025 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Join the City of Aiken Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Department for a guided group hike through […]
2025 Aiken Trials
Aiken Training Track 538 Two Notch Road, Aiken, SC, United StatesThe Aiken Trials have become a time-honored tradition as the first leg of Aiken's Triple Crown. This is a fun, family friendly event. Gates Open at 10am | Opening Ceremonies […]
Colonial Times: Under the Crown & Trades Fair
Living History Park 236 W. Spring Grove Ave, North Augusta, SC, United StatesIt is 1780 and the colonies are in rebellion. Charleston is under siege and may have already fallen, the rebel forces were defeated at Savannah last year in 1779. Things […]
Dragon Faire 25
EastWind Castle 527 Johnston Hwy., Trenton, SC, United StatesLadies, Lords, Royals and Peasants! Journey with us back to the past for our annual Dragon Faire. To a realm of knights, magic, monsters and wonder. Saturday March 15 and […]
Rack & Grill III: 9-Ball Tournament
The Rack & Grill III 522 York St., NE, Aiken, SC, United StatesJoin the Rack & Grill III in Aiken for a 9-Ball Tournament on the third Saturday every month. Diamond Bar Tables Doors open at 10am. Free practice at 12pm. Players […]
Aiken Trained Horse of the Year Induction Ceremony
Aiken Thoroughbred Hall of Fame 135 Dupree Pl., Aiken, SC, United StatesThe City of Aiken Parks, Recreation and Tourism is excited to announce that Post Time is the 2024 Aiken Trained Horse of the Year. Post Time won the 2024 Carter […]