Aiken County Calendar of Events
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City of Aiken
Story Time
Rye Patch 100 Berrie Rd., Aiken, SC, United StatesStory Time Tuesdays in September & October 4:00pm on the lawn at Rye Patch 100 Berrie Rd. Free admissions, ages 8 & under 803-642-7650 In case of inclement weather, story time will be held inside Rye Patch
Christmas Craft Show
Odell Weeks Activity Center 1700 Whiskey Rd., Aiken, SC, United StatesThe annual Christmas Craft Show will be back December 3rd & 4th at Odell Weeks. Shop local vendors/crafters for some great holiday gifts!
Polar Express
Aiken Train Depot 406 Park Ave SE, Aiken, SC, United StatesJoin us as we watch "The Polar Express" on the deck at the Depot. Wear your PJs and bring your pillows and blankets. Hot chocolate and popcorn will be available. Reservations must be made in advance, space limited. Movie begins at 6:30pm. All children must be accompanied by an adult. $5 per person.
Christmas in Hopelands
Hopelands Gardens 135 Dupree Pl, Aiken, SC, United StatesThe 30th Annual Christmas in Hopelands event will transform Hopelands Gardens in Aiken, South Carolina December 11-23 from 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Guests can spend time with friends and family as they stroll through Hopelands Gardens, taking in the sights and sounds of the holiday season, while sipping hot cocoa or apple cider. This […]
Festival of Trees
Aiken Train Depot 406 Park Ave SE, Aiken, SC, United StatesJoin us for the 5th annual Festival of Trees at the Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum. Be sure to stop by on Friday, December 3 at 4pm as we light the trees. Vote for your favorite tree until Friday, December 17. The winner will be announced on Sunday, December 19. This is a free […]
Elf on the Shelf
Aiken Train Depot 406 Park Ave SE, Aiken, SC, United StatesMr. Jingles Choo-Choo will be watching from a different diorama each week. Prizes will be given for those who spot him! FREE ADMISSION
CANCELLED Aiken Art Walk
Downtown Aiken Aiken, SC, United StatesMark your calendars for April 5th, during Masters Week, for the 10th Annual Aiken Courses Art Walk (formally known as Horses & Courses). The sidewalks on Laurens St. and Hayne Ave. will be lined with performing artists, visual artists, craft vendors, and a kids zone.
Out of School Into the Pool
Aiken Public Pool 416 Kershaw St., NE, Aiken, SC, United StatesThe City of Aiken Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department is excited to host the first Out of School Into the Pool party! This event will be held at the City of Aiken Public Pool, located at 416 Kershaw Street NE. Come celebrate the start of summer with a live DJ and refreshments! All children must […]
Summer Day Camp
Odell Weeks Activity Center 1700 Whiskey Rd., Aiken, SC, United StatesThe City of Aiken will host Summer Day Camps for children ages 5 – 12 (children must be within this age range at the start of the session). Registration begins Friday, April 1, 2022. Registration is open until sessions are full. Space is limited. Camps will be offered in WEEKLY sessions June 6 – July […]
Equestrain History Exhibit: James Smiley
Aiken Thoroughbred Hall of Fame 135 Dupree Pl., Aiken, SC, United StatesIn celebration of Black History Month, an exhibit about Aiken native, James Smiley is now on display through February 28, 2021. Smiley mainly rode during the 1940s - 1950s for Mrs. Lillian Bostwick Phipps and George H. "Pete" Bostwick. He rode Oedipus, who was owned by Phipps and trained by Bostwick, 13 times with 5 […]
(CANCELED) Touch-A-Truck and Power Wheel Rally Race
Odell Weeks Activity Center 1700 Whiskey Rd., Aiken, SC, United StatesThe City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department will host the 20th annual Touch-A-Truck Event on Saturday, October 1, 2022, from 9 am – 1 pm! This free event is an informal chance for children to climb, sit, and explore various vehicles at the Odell Weeks Center Soccer Field, 1700 Whiskey Road, Aiken, South […]
Downtown Aiken Christmas Tree Lighting
Newberry Festival Center Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC, United StatesJoin us on Newberry Street for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting. The mayor will countdown the lighting and listen to festive music.
Movie Night In The Park
Generations Park 700 Mack Henry Holland Dr., Aiken, SC, United StatesLights, camera, action...it's the City of Aiken's Movie Night in the Park. Come and enjoy a fun filled evening with the family at the beautiful Beverly D. Clyburn Generations Park. Pre-movie activities, games and park play will be available for the early birds. Vendors will be on hand for food to purchase. It's the perfect […]
Earth Day Festival
Newberry Festival Center Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC, United StatesThe City of Aiken’s annual Earth Day Festival returns to the Newberry St. Festival Area and The Alley on Saturday, April 22, 2023 starting at 9 AM and ending at 1 PM. The celebration theme is “Preserving for Tomorrow What We All Enjoy Today.” The goal is to engage the Aiken community in a festive […]
Take-A-Hike
Generations Park 700 Mack Henry Holland Dr., Aiken, SC, United StatesThe City of Aiken Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Department announces the Take-A-Hike event on Saturday, May 13, 2023, from 10:00am - 1:00pm at the Beverly D. Clyburn Generations Park 700 Mack Henry Holland Drive, Aiken, SC 29801. Join us for a guided group hike through one of the City of Aiken's newest parks to learn […]
Movie Night In The Park
Generations Park 700 Mack Henry Holland Dr., Aiken, SC, United StatesLights, camera, action...it's the City of Aiken's Movie Night in the Park. Come and enjoy a fun filled evening with the family at the beautiful Beverly D. Clyburn Generations Park. Pre-movie activities, games and park play will be available for the early birds. Vendors will be on hand for food to purchase. It's the perfect […]
Take-A-Hike
Aiken State Park 1145 State Park Rd., Windsor, United StatesThe City of Aiken Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Department announces the Take-A-Hike event on Saturday, November 11th from 11:30am - 1:30pm at Aiken State Park located at 1145 State Park Rd, Windsor, SC. Join us for a guided group hike at Aiken State Park. Learn new hiking tips & tricks and hear funny and harrowing […]
City of Aiken’s Annual Downtown Tree Lighting
Newberry Festival Center Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC, United StatesThe City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department will host the annual Downtown Tree Lighting on Friday, December 1, 2023, from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. This event will take place on Newberry Street in Historic Downtown Aiken. Join us as we kick off the holiday season with music, refreshments, live performances, and a […]
Historic Trolley Tour
Aiken Train Depot 406 Park Ave SE, Aiken, SC, United StatesOn the tour, you’ll see and hear about... Historic Homes and Churches Equestrian Sites The Civil War’s Battle of Aiken The Live Oak Canopy on South Boundary A guided walk through Hopelands Gardens, the Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame & Museum (weather permitting). And much more... When: Saturdays from 10 am – 12 pm (weather […]
Take-A-Hike
Hitchcock Woods South Boundary Ave, Aiken, South CarolinaJoin us for a guided group hike. Learn new hiking tips & tricks and hear funny and harrowing hiking stories from experienced trail walkers. This event is free, and all ages are welcomed. Adults must accompany children 13 and under. Participants will receive light refreshments and snacks. Sign up now at the Lessie B. Price […]
Story Time In The Gardens
Rye Patch 100 Berrie Rd., Aiken, SC, United StatesThe City of Aiken Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Department is pleased to announce the return of Story Time, a cherished reading program that promotes literacy in our community's youth. The spring season begins on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at 4:00 PM and continues every Tuesday afternoon in March, April, and May. Story Time is free […]