Aiken County Calendar of Events

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Music on the Green

Woodside Plantation Country Club 1000 Woodside Plantation Drive, Aiken, SC, United States

Join the Aiken Symphony Orchestra for "Music on the Green" on Wednesday, October 4th from 6 - 8pm at Woodside Country Club. This event will require a reservation and is […]

Event Series NHRA Bracket Finals

NHRA Bracket Finals

Carolina Dragway 302 Dragstrip Rd., Aiken, SC, United States

Come out to Carolina Dragway for the NHRA Summit Series Bracket Finals, October 5 - 8, 2023. www.facebook.com/thehouseofhook

Event Series 2023 T.I.P. Championships

2023 T.I.P. Championships

Stable View 117 Stable Dr., Aiken, South Carolina

T.I.P. Championships at Stable View October 5-8, 2023 Aiken Championships include divisions in Combined Test, Dressage, English Pleasure, English In-Hand, Hunters, Jumpers. In 2023, The Jockey Club Thoroughbred Incentive Program […]

Event Series 2nd Annual Art Fire Sale

2nd Annual Art Fire Sale

Arts & Heritage Center of North Augusta 100 Georgia Ave, North Augusta, SC, United States

Please join the Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta for the 2nd Annual Art Fire Sale. Everything Under $200. Thursday, October 5th, 10am - 7pm Friday, October 6th, 10am […]

Event Series Experimental Relief

Experimental Relief

The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United States

Experimental Relief is an evening of student-written and directed plays. The five 10-minute plays cover a wide variety of topics and theatrical styles

Embracing 50 Years of Hip-Hop

SRP Park 187 Railroad Ave., North Augusta, SC, United States

"Embracing 50 Years of Hip-Hop: A Spectacular Celebration" Get ready to groove to the rhythms of history as we embark on a remarkable journey through five decades of Hip-Hop culture. […]

Steeplechase Movie Night

Aiken Steeplechase Racecourse 2020 Richland Avenue East, Aiken, SC, United States

Get ready for movies under the stars at the Aiken Steeplechase Racecourse. During the months of August, September and October, come and enjoy a fun-filled evening with family and friends. […]

Charity Triathlon

The Aiken Golf Club 555 Highlands Park Dr., SW., Aiken, SC, United States

Rock the day with three events while you support pickleball in Aiken County Schools. This four-person event in Aiken, SC, starts with a Captain's Choice golf game, followed by a […]

Fire Fest 2023

Daniel's Feed and Seed 1564 Old Ninety Six Indian Trail, Batesburg, United States

Our local Community Fire Departments, along side with other 9/11 communities, are happy to announce the return of our annual Fire Fest. This will be a day of remembering those […]

Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

Aiken Steeplechase Racecourse 2020 Richland Avenue East, Aiken, SC, United States

Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and […]

Run For Freedom 5K

Odell Weeks Activity Center 1700 Whiskey Rd., Aiken, SC, United States

This 2nd Annual "Fun Run"- Run For Freedom 5K is to raise awareness to help with the fight against human trafficking. The Bridge 2 Home is a safehouse for girls […]

Sassafras Festival

3187 Augusta Rd Warrenville, SC, United States

The Annual Sassafras Festival is a full day of family-fun including food and craft vendors, a parade and live entertainment including country singer Cody Webb.

Cold Creek Fall Festival

Cold Creek Nurseries 398 Hitchcock Pkwy, Aiken, SC, United States

Join Cold Creek Nurseries for a Fall Festival Saturday, October 7th from 10am to 2pm. Live music, food trucks, fun and games.

Open House: Couchton Fire Rescue

Couchton Fire Rescue 3227 Wagener Rd, Aiken

Open House Couchton Fire Rescue 3227 Wagener Rd., Aiken, SC 29801 Food Trucks: Hometown Grounds All the Fix'ns ISC Foods Lobster Dogs Schedule of Events: 11:30am: Tour of the New […]

Suthern Klass Annual Car & Bike Show

211 Pine Hill Ave. 211 Pine Hill Ave., New Ellenton, sou, United States

Suthern Klass CC in association with the City of New Ellenton Atomic City Festival presents the 4th Annual Car & Bike Show on Saturday, October 7th, from 12 to 5pm. […]

Aiken Oktoberfest

Newberry Festival Center Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC, United States

Join the Aiken Downtown Development Association for the Annual Aiken Oktoberfest. You're encouraged to wear your most festive German attire. There will be authentic German beer, German food, and live […]

Family Fall Fest

Mercy Church 2700 Whiskey Rd., Aiken, United States

October 7 6pm-8pm Free Event Inflatables, rock wall, hayride and more Come take a stroll with us down Ark Avenue, cross over to Redemption Road, and enjoy a free meal […]

CNTA Oyster Roast & Low Country Boil

Palmetto Golf Club 275 Berrie Rd. SW, Aiken, SC, United States

The Citizens for Nuclear Technology Awareness 5th Annual Oyster Roast & Low Country Boil will be on Saturday, October 7th from 6:30-9pm at Palmetto Golf Club. Enjoy oysters & a […]

Event Series In My Backyard

In My Backyard

DuPont Planetarium 471 University Parkway, Aiken, SC, United States

What can you see from your backyard? Join acclaimed family entertainer Fred Penner as he helps answer this question in an interactive program with three original songs (from his ninth […]

Event Series Defying Gravity

Defying Gravity

DuPont Planetarium 471 University Parkway, Aiken, SC, United States

Join host Apollo Aurora and her science reporters as they explore the science behind rocket power, gravity on other planets, and even monstrous black holes! Robot experts Apple 1-6-8-6 and […]

Event Series Two Small Pieces of Glass

Two Small Pieces of Glass

DuPont Planetarium 471 University Parkway, Aiken, SC, United States

Celebrate the work of those who used telescopes during the past 400 years. The largest observatories in the world use these instruments to explore the mysteries of the universe. Join […]

Wild West Fall Fest at New Bridge Polo

New Bridge Polo & Country Club 862 New Bridge Rd.,, Aiken, SC, United States

Dust off your boots for a great cause and make plans to join us for the Wild West Fall Fest at New Bridge Polo Club. USPA Northrup Knox Cup 8 […]

Wags, Wine and Whiskers

The SPCA Albrecht Center is delighted to host their fall gala event to raise money for the homeless animals in their care. The event is "Wags, Wine, and Whiskers", a […]

Event Series Aiken in the Alley

Aiken in the Alley

USC Aiken-Alley Location 141 Newberry St., SW, Aiken, United States

The University of South Carolina Aiken presents a new community series, "Aiken in the Alley". Sponsored by the university's College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, the Aiken in the […]

Book Signing & Recipe Tasting: Vera Stewart

Arts & Heritage Center of North Augusta 100 Georgia Ave, North Augusta, SC, United States

The Arts & Heritage Center of North Augusta invites you to attend a cookbook signing and recipe tasting event with Vera Stewart on Thursday, October 12th from 5 - 7pm. […]

Western Carolina State Fair

Western Carolina State Fairgrounds 561 May Royal Dr., Aiken, SC, United States

The Western Carolina State Fair October 13-22 The Western Carolina State Fair is full of family fun. Entertainment includes ground acts, competitive exhibits, competitions, rodeo, and a demolition derby. Don't […]

Hopelands Gardens: Trees are our Friends

Hopelands Gardens 135 Dupree Pl, Aiken, SC, United States

Walk through Hopelands Gardens with Aaron Campbell, City of Aiken Horticulturist and Arborist. View and learn about the extensive collection of trees, many planted by Hope Goddard Iselin in the […]

Spooktacular Drive-Thru

Aiken County Recreation Center 917 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Graniteville, SC, United States

Drive through, stop at each station and fill your bag with goodies! October 13th 6pm-8pm (until supplies last)

Aiken Music Fest

Highfields Event Center 118 Gaston Street, Aiken, SC, United States

Aiken Music Fest is a music series from 6-10pm at Highfields Event Center in Aiken, SC. Each event will feature a top local talent followed by a headliner band that […]

EDW Live at The BEC Plex

BEC Plex 5955 Jefferson Davis Hwy, North Augusta, South Carolina

Center Stage Entertainment is bringing Extreme "Dwarfanators" Wrestling to The BEC Plex on October 13, 2023. For tickets and additional information, visit: www.dwarfanators.com

Banksia After Dark: Spooky Tour

Aiken County Historical Museum 433 Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC, United States

On Friday, October 13th, the Aiken County Historical Museum will host their seventh annual Spooky Tours event. This event is a hauntingly good way to learn about local history while […]

Live Music: Aaron Lee Tasjan

Southbound Smokehouse Riverside 1009 Center St., North Augusta, SC, United States

Grammy Nominated Aaron Lee Tasjan will be performing in the beer garden at Southbound Smokehouse in N. Augusta, SC on Friday October 13th, 2023, with special guests Elli Perry and […]

All Out Import VS Muscle Races

Carolina Dragway 302 Dragstrip Rd., Aiken, SC, United States

All Out Import VS Muscle Join us on October 14, 2023 for the second annual Import vs Muscle event at Carolina Dragway. Classes: Index 10, 11, 12 | Stick shift […]

Hopelands Gardens: Be Kind to Snakes

Hopelands Gardens 135 Dupree Pl, Aiken, SC, United States

Snakes are probably the most misunderstood species in the animal world. They have been cast as villains, evil creatures and myths surround them. After the talk, we?ll take a short […]

Made to Win Bully Bash

Generations Park 700 Mack Henry Holland Dr., Aiken, SC, United States

Made to Win Kennels presents Made to Win Bully Bash Live music from Kanela & GSG Band Hardware Chance -Fun Show Categories -Best in Show -King of the Ring -Best […]

Trunk or Treat

Old School/Windsor Rec Center 128 Old School Rd., Windsor, United States

Hosted by Windsor Fire Department & the Town of Windsor October 14th 2pm-4pm We are also looking for participants to set up and decorate their "trunk" and pass out candy […]

Tees Fore Keys Golf Tournament

Cedar Creek Golf Club 2475 Club Dr., Aiken, SC, United States

Aiken County Habitat for Humanity 2nd Annual Tees Fore Keys Golf Tournament The annual golf tournament will take place at Cedar Creek Golf Club October 16, 2023. The proceeds raised […]

Artist Talk: Keith Tolen

Aiken Center For the Arts 122 Laurens St SW Aiken, SC 29801, Aiken, SC, United States

Artist Talk with Keith Tolen: Columbia based studio and teaching artist, Keith Tolen, brings a lifetime of experience to his exhibition where he explores using dots as the dominate paint […]

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Cultural Series: Griffin Theatre Company’s Letters Home

The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United States

Griffin Theatre Company presents Letters Home Letters Home puts the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq front and center by bringing to life letters written by soldiers serving in the Middle […]

Yappy Hour

SPCA Albrecht Center for Animal Welfare 199 Willow Run Road, Aiken, SC, United States

Join SPCA staff, board members & volunteers with your friendly, furry friends for Yappy Hour. This fun outdoor event is full of live music, food, cash bar, raffle prizes & […]

Event Series Art Fields Exhibit

Art Fields Exhibit

Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta 100 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC, United States

Please join the Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta in welcoming "Art Fields: Midlands Regional Traveling Exhibit". "Art Fields: Midlands Regional Traveling Exhibit" will be on display October 19th […]

Event Series Polar Express

Polar Express

Amentum Center for Performing Arts 126 Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC, United States

Enjoy family fun and magic with the holiday classic, “The Polar Express” starring Tom Hanks as the Conductor. “The Polar Express” is a tale about a young boy who travels […]

Lecture & Book Signing: Beth Francis

Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta 100 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC, United States

The Arts & Heritage Center of North Augusta invites you to attend a lecture and book signing with Beth Self Francis, author of 'Of Planters and Patriots: The Hammonds of […]

Art Fields Exhibit

Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta 100 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC, United States

Please join the Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta in welcoming "Art Fields: Midlands Regional Traveling Exhibit". "Art Fields: Midlands Regional Traveling Exhibit" will be on display October 19th […]

Mane & Shell Oyster Roast Fundraiser

Equine Rescue of Aiken 532 Glenwood Dr., Aiken, SC, United States

Roast, shuck, eat, repeat. The Aiken Equine Rescue 2023 Mane & Shell Oyster Roast and Low Country Boil is coming up on October 19th. All you can eat Oysters, Low […]

Colonial Times: A Day to Remember Dinner

Living History Park 236 W. Spring Grove Ave, North Augusta, SC, United States

The Living History Park's Annual Colonial Times: A Day to Remember weekend will begin with a special, limited seating, dinner at Spring House Tavern on Thursday, October 19th. Beginning at […]

Event Series Wagener Haunted Trails

Wagener Haunted Trails

299 Park Street NE, Wagener 299 Park Street NE, Wagener, SC, United States

October 19th-21st, 26th-28th & 31st. Tours start at 8:00pm Horror Movie Drive-In 20th: Hocus 2 21st: Pet Cemetery 27th: Nightmare before Christmas 28th: IT $5 Address: 299 Park Street NE, […]

Shoot for Gold Charity Golf

Mount Vintage Golf Club 375 Mount Vintage Plantation Dr., North Augusta, SC, United States

Special Olympics Area 15 is excited to announce the 2023 Shoot for Gold Charity Golf Event fundraiser to benefit the best competitors in the world... our Area 15 athletes. This […]

Made in America

The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United States

October 20, 2023 at 7:30pm Scott Weiss, conductor Diana Thompson-Brewer, soprano Copland - Fanfare for the Common Man Copland - Four Dance Episodes from "Rodeo" Barber - Knoxville, Summer of […]

Event Series Misery

Misery

Aiken Community Theatre 126 Newberry St Sw, Aiken, SC, United States

Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his "number one fan," Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. While […]

Schooling S-T Horse Trials

Jumping Branch Farm 179 Fox Pond Rd, AIKEN, SC, United States

Jumping Branch Farm Schooling S-T Horse Trials

Just For Fun Show

Highfields Event Center 118 Gaston Street, Aiken, SC, United States

Name says it all. Classes just for the fun of it. Points don't matter. Need exposure for your young horse? Bringing back an older horse after a lay-up? New rider […]

Fall Festival

Langley Church of God 2444 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Graniteville, United States

Langley Church of God's Annual Fall Festival Join us for a fun filled day on Saturday, October 21st Free hot dogs, popcorn, and drinks Yard Sale Local vendors 9am-2pm Facepainting, […]

Williston Craft & Vendor Event

Join us for the 3rd Annual Williston Craft & Vendor Event - Small town, family-friendly, free event featuring touch-a-truck, crafts, vendors, food, frozen treats and drinks that takes place along […]

WIRE Fall Craft Fair

Aiken Electric Cooperative WIRE 2790 Wagener Rd., Aiken, SC, United States

The Aiken Electric Cooperative is excited to present its second annual Fall Craft Fair on Saturday, October 21st. It is a wonderful opportunity to shop local for a charitable cause, […]

Trunk or Treat

Aiken County Animal Shelter 333 Wire Rd, Aiken, SC, United States

Trunk or Treat at the Aiken County Animal Shelter October 21st   11am-1pm Wear your costume and have some fun FOTAS invites you to join us for candy with adoptable dogs. […]

Shoutfest

Generations Park 700 Mack Henry Holland Dr., Aiken, SC, United States

ShoutFest is the Central Savannah River Area's largest, free outdoor, family-focused gospel festival that boasts national & regional gospel recording artists, a Kidszone, food and merchandise vendors. The annual event […]

Rack & Grill III: 9-Ball Tournament

The Rack & Grill III 522 York St., NE, Aiken, SC, United States

Join 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 […]

Fall Fission Festival

SRS Museum 224 Laurens St SW, Aiken, SC, United States

Fall Fission Festival October 21st  1pm-4pm Free to the public Kids of all ages are welcome! SRS Museum 224 Laurens St., NW, Aiken, SC 29801 803-648-1437 srsheritagemuseum.org

Beginner Paddle Skills

Aiken State Park 1145 State Park Rd., Windsor, United States

Come out and learn the fundamentals of kayaking in a comfortable setting at Aiken State Park. This ranger-led class will teach you basic paddling skills such as water safety and […]

Colonial Times High Tea

Living History Park 236 W. Spring Grove Ave, North Augusta, SC, United States

Treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind afternoon at High Tea with Mrs. Benjamin Franklin on Saturday, October 21st at the Red Barn. The event begins at 2 pm and is hosted […]

YMCA Aiken Haunted Trail

Aiken County YMCA 621 Trolley Line Rd., Graniteville, SC, United States

Join the Aiken County Family YMCA for a night of spooky fun around the YMCA walking trail. Trick or Treat on the Trail, 4pm-6pm Please bring a bag for treats. […]

Trunk or Treat

Riverview Park Activities Center 100 Riverview Park Drive, North Augusta, SC, United States

North Augusta Department of Public Safety Trunk or Treat October 21st 5pm-8pm North Augusta Parks and Recreation Activities Center 100 Riverview Dr. Free Event Walk through trunk or treat with […]

Horse Creek Academy Trunk or Treat

Horse Creek Academy 1200 Toolebeck Rd., Aiken, United States

HCA PTO presents Horse Creek Academy Trunk or Treat Top 3 trunk decorations win prizes Want to host a spot? $10 cash or check to the HCA main office to […]

2023 Annual Fall Hunter Pace

Fox Nation 735 Cedar Branch Rd, Windsor, United States

Part of the Celebration Hunter Pace Series Presented by Aiken Hounds Foundation Sunday, October 22nd 8:30am-11:30am Fox Nation 735 Cedar Branch Rd., Windsor, SC 29856 Please text Tara Dietrich 843-991-3562 […]

Descended from the Promised Land

The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United States

Join us for Unity Weekend! Descended from the Promised Land the Legacy of the Black Wall Street A Documentary screening. Did you know that one of the wealthiest Black communities […]

Descended from the Promised Land: A Documentary Screening

The Etherredge Center 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC, United States

Umoja Village is partnering with the Etherredge Center to present the documentary Descended from the Promised Land: The Legacy of Black Wall Street. This film is about the Tulsa Race […]

Ponies & Pearls

New Bridge Polo & Country Club 862 New Bridge Rd.,, Aiken, SC, United States

Ponies & Pearls A Women's Empowerment Event Hosted by Brooke USA Aiken Regional Advisory Council Sunday, October 22  3:30pm-8:30pm New Bridge Polo Club Women's Polo Finals, VIP Clubhouse Seating, Signature […]

Fall Family Fest

Belvedere Warren Church 421 Edgefield Rd., North Augusta, United States

Join us for a free family event on Sunday, October 22! There will be inflatables, free food, emergency vehicles to explore and more! This event is hosted by Warren Belvedere and […]

Playing Fore the Pets Charity Golf Tournament

The Reserve Club at Woodside Plantation 3000 The Reserve Club Dr., Aiken, SC, United States

Join the Friends of the Animal Shelter for the 8th Annual FOTAS Charity Golf Tournament "Playing Fore the Pets". October 23, 2023 (Rain date October 30) The Reserve Club at […]

Umoja Village Golf Tournament

Houndslake Country Club 901 Houndslake Drive, Aiken, SC, United States

Join Us for a Fun-Filled Day of Charity, Unity & Golf. Our inaugural Umoja Village Golf Tournament will be held Monday, October 23, 2023, at the beautiful and historic Houndslake […]