Events to get excited about!
REOCCURRING EVENTS
Fresh After 5
Stroll the market under lights, shop fresh produce, local goods, and the vibrant community vibes!
Event Details: Tuesday nights, September 9th – November 25th, from 5 – 8 PM at the Aiken County Farmers Market located at: 115 Williamsburg St. SE, Aiken, SC
Aiken Symphony Orchestra
The Aiken Symphony Orchestra is a fully professional symphonic orchestra comprised of musicians throughout South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia.
Show seasons run at various times throughout the year.
Yoga at Hopelands
Join instructor Kristie Whitley at Hopelands for a FREE traditional yoga session.
SEPTEMBER
Aiken Symphony presents “The Chamber Series, From Aiken To Vienna and Back
Featuring Daniel Adam Maltz, fortepiano playing Mozart-Beethoven-Hayden.
Wine Women and Shoes benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Augusta
Wine tasting, Designer Pop Up Shops, Charming Shoe Guys, Glamorous Fashion Shoe, seated dinner, silent and live auction, plus more!
Downtown North Augusta and The Grove Gourmet Market presents The Oktoberfest Mustard Crawl
Get ready to cut the mustard at North August’s first Mustard Crawl. Participating merchants will serve up mustard themed treats and deals from classic pretzels with mustard, corn dogs to potato salad. Tangy tastings and mustard colored merch! It’s a festive, flavorful stroll though downtown North Augusta. Come hungry, leave happy!
Event details: September 20, 2025, at 12:00 PM, located at 602 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC
Roadhouse Band at Tailgate Tavern
Classic rock, country music, great food, your favorite beverage, dancing, and fun!
OCTOBER
Tap Into Nature – Aiken Land Conservancy
Join us for a lively fall evening in support of local land conservation! Tap into Nature will feature live music by Band of Ages, craft beer and wine, and a delicious lineup of food from Good Girl Brewing Company. Whether you’re new to Aiken or just new to the Aiken Land Conservancy, this is the perfect way to connect with like-minded folks who care about the outdoors.
Rain Date: Monday, October 13, 2025
Dr Neil Degrasse Tyson: An Astrophysicist Goes To The Movies
An entertaining and enlightening review of the science that our movies got wrong.
The Peace Center presents: “The Witcher” in concert
Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the acclaimed The Witches 3: Wild Hunt
A timeless score brought to life with a live orchestra featuring special appearances by Polish Folk Metal band Perceval, the original composers of the soundtrack.
This cinematic experience combines breathtaking in visuals with live music.
2025 Swamp Soirée presented by: Phinizy Swamp Nature Park
Start your weekend early with Phinizy Center for Water Sciences fundraiser.
Enjoy a delicious dinner with cocktails while supporting Phinizy Center’s mission- to provide leadership for substantial watersheds and economic vitality.
Aiken Symphony Masterworks series presents: Tchaikovsky & Sibelius featuring Isabel Ong, violin
Event details: October 17, 2025, at 7:30 PM, located at 340 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC
Georgia Horror Fest
Horror Fest show is fun for the whole family, free!
NOVEMBER
46th Annual Whiskey Race
Runners from all over the CSRA and South Carolina participate in this annual 10 or 5 k fundraiser to provide services to victims of domestic and sexual abuse.
Event details: November 1, 2025, at 8:30 AM, located at Odell Weeks 170 Whiskey Rd, Aiken, SC
Aiken Symphony Chamber Series: Schubert Octet
Event details: November 2, 2025, at 3:00 PM, located at 126 Newberry Street SW, Aiken, SC
November at Bruce’s Field | USEF National A Rated Level 3 Jumper
The most fun you will ever had at a horse show!
Event details: November 6th – 9th, 2025, located at 931 Powderhouse Road, Aiken, SC
The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
After mesmerising audiences across Europe and the UK, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is set to electrify the USA once again. Prepare for a spellbinding 90-minute spectacle that infuses iconic Rock & Metal anthems with a hauntingly beautiful energy.
In ethereal candlelit settings, this band of 14 classical musicians unleash effortlessly enchanting melodies alongside powerful walls of distortion. Witness the unexpected union of Classical music and Metal.
Savannah River Brewing Company presents: SRBC’s Chili Cook Off
Spice up your day at Savannah River Brewing Company and the 3rd annual Chili Cook Off. Taste and judge a variety of chili’s or enter the competition with your best Chili!
2025 Aiken Fall Steeplechase
Wear your most festive attire for the 32nd annual running of the Aiken Fall Steeplechase.