Aiken County Calendar of Events

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Story Time

Rye Patch 100 Berrie Rd., Aiken, SC, United States

Story 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

Event Series Christmas Craft Show

Christmas Craft Show

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

The annual Christmas Craft Show will be back December 3rd & 4th at Odell Weeks. Shop local vendors/crafters for some great holiday gifts!

Event Series Polar Express

Polar Express

Aiken Train Depot 406 Park Ave SE, Aiken, SC, United States

Join 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.

Event Series Christmas in Hopelands

Christmas in Hopelands

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

The 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 […]

Event Series Festival of Trees

Festival of Trees

Aiken Train Depot 406 Park Ave SE, Aiken, SC, United States

Join 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 […]

Event Series Elf on the Shelf

Elf on the Shelf

Aiken Train Depot 406 Park Ave SE, Aiken, SC, United States

Mr. 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 States

Mark 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 States

The 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 […]

Event Series Summer Day Camp

Summer Day Camp

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

The 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 […]

Event Series Equestrain History Exhibit: James Smiley

Equestrain History Exhibit: James Smiley

Aiken Thoroughbred Hall of Fame 135 Dupree Pl., Aiken, SC, United States

In 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 States

The 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 States

Join 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 States

Lights, 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 States

The 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 States

The 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 States

Lights, 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 States

The 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 States

The 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 […]

Event Series Historic Trolley Tour

Historic Trolley Tour

Aiken Train Depot 406 Park Ave SE, Aiken, SC, United States

On 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 Carolina

Join 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 […]

Event Series Story Time In The Gardens

Story Time In The Gardens

Rye Patch 100 Berrie Rd., Aiken, SC, United States

The 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 […]