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Aiken Events to Get Exicited About

Beyond the gates, events to get excited about!

REOCCURING EVENTS

Aiken Bluegrass Festival at Stable View

Enjoy an evening of live bluegrass music featuring nationally recognized musicians in a relaxed outdoor setting at Stable View.

The Aiken Bluegrass Festival returns with performances by Aubrey Eisenman & The Clydes, Reedy River String Band, Songs From The Road Band, and Grammy-winning bassist Charles Humphrey III.

Concerts are held outdoors beside the Pavilion, but in the event of inclement weather, performances will move indoors where seating will be provided. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for outdoor performances.

Families, couples, and groups of friends are all welcome. Enjoy food from The Bistro at Stable View, along with beer and wine available for purchase at Ollie’s Inn. Children 12 and under are admitted free.

When:
Saturday, August 22, 2026
5:00–9:00 PM (Doors open at 5:00 PM)

Additional concert date:
Saturday, October 24, 2026
5:00–9:00 PM

Where:
Stable View
149 Stable Drive
Aiken, SC 29801

Admission:
$30 per person
Children 12 and under: Free

Bring a chair or blanket, relax under the open sky, and enjoy an evening of outstanding bluegrass music.

Click here to learn more!

Aiken Symphony Orchestra

Enjoy performances from Aiken’s full professional symphonic orchestra throughout the year.

Click here to view the show schedule! 

Yoga in Hopelands

Find your flow in one of Aiken’s most beautiful settings. 

Join us for FREE Yoga in Hopelands Gardens—held every 4th Wednesday, March–October (Except May 27) at 9:00 AM. Adults only; no registration required.

When:
Every 4th Wednesday, March–October (Except May 27)
9:00 AM (EDT)

Where:
Hopelands Gardens
Amphitheater across from the Hopelands Gardens Stage
215 Dupree Pl SW, Aiken, SC 29801

Grab your mat, bring a friend, and start your morning grounded and refreshed!

Click here for more details!

Southern Pickleball Academy Presents: Pizza and Pickleball 

Pizza Hut supplies the pizza—you supply the fun! Loaner paddles available; all levels welcome.

When: Every First Friday

Where: Virginia Acres Outdoor Pickleball Courts, 1745 Two Notch Rd, Aiken, SC

Hours:

  • October–April: 5:30–7:30 PM

  • May–September: 6–8 PM

JULY EVENTS

Aiken Community Theatre presents: Ken Ludwig’s “Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood”

When: July 10–18
Where: 126 Newberry Street, Aiken, SC

Packed with thrills, romance, and laughter, this production tells the enduring story of the hero of the people who takes on the ruthless powers that be.

Tickets (starting June 8): aikencommunitytheater.org

Click here to buy your tickets.

Tomato Pie Festival – Presented by Boondock Farms

When: July 11 | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Where: 755 Foreman Street, Jackson, SC

All things tomato! Join in the family-friendly fun featuring live music, local farmers, vendors, and great food.

Click here to learn more about the festival.

Lunchbox Lecture Series – Presented by Aiken Master Gardener Association

When: July 17 | 12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Where: Millbrook Baptist Church, Aiken, SC

“All About Citrus” featuring Darren Sheriff, “The Citrus Guy”

Free to the public.

AUGUST EVENTS

Silver Bluff Gridiron Gold Tournament

When: August 1 | 2:00 PM
Where: Cedar Creek Golf Club, 255 Club Drive, Aiken, SC

Hosted by Kevin Johnson, this golf tournament brings together players and supporters for an afternoon on the course. Contact the organizers for additional information and registration details.

For more information: (803) 648-4206

Spanish Romance featuring Andrew Blanch and Maria Eugenia Nieva

When: August 11 | 7:00 PM
Where: The Great Hall, Sacred Heart Cultural Centre, 1301 Greene Street, Augusta, GA 30901

Experience the passion and poetry of the Spanish guitar with award-winning Australian guitarist Andrew Blanch in a captivating performance that journeys from Bach to the sounds of Andalusian Spain, the tangos of Argentina, and the beloved waltzes of Venezuela.

In a breathtaking finale, Blanch is joined by acclaimed Argentinian mezzo-soprano Maria Eugenia Nieva for a powerful program of Latin American masterpieces, including selections such as Piel Canela, Gracias a la Vida, and Alma Llanera.

Tickets are available now.

Click here to purchase tickets.

50 Years of Vince Gill

When: August 14 | 7:30 PM
Where: Township Auditorium, 1703 Taylor Street, Columbia, SC

Celebrate 50 years of music with country music legend Vince Gill as he performs an evening of his greatest hits and fan favorites.

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Song Sessions: Maia Sharp with John Alagia and Fancy Hagood

When: August 21–22
Where: The Mockingbird, Peace Concert Hall, 300 S Main Street, Greenville, SC

Part of the Singer-Songwriter Concert Series, this intimate performance features stories and songs from acclaimed artists Maia Sharp, John Alagia, and Fancy Hagood. Enjoy a unique behind-the-music experience in a relaxed concert setting.

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SEPTEMBER EVENTS

Fall Boutique Consignment Sale

When: September 9–12
Where: 403 Chapin Road, Chapin, SC 29036

Shop one of the Midlands’ premier boutique consignment sales featuring more than 20,000 quality items for women and children, including clothing, shoes, accessories, toys, and more.

Click here to learn more about the sale.

James Taylor and His All-Star Band

When: September 11 | 7:30 PM
Where: Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln Street, Columbia, SC

Legendary singer-songwriter James Taylor returns to South Carolina with his All-Star Band for an evening featuring timeless classics and fan favorites.

Click here to purchase tickets.

Lunchbox Lecture Series – Presented by Aiken Master Gardener Association

When: September 18 | 12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Where: Millbrook Baptist Church, 223 South Aiken Boulevard SE, Aiken, SC

Bring your lunch and enjoy an informative gardening presentation as part of the 2026 Aiken Master Gardener Association Lunchbox Lecture Series.

Free and open to the public.

Buttermilk Barn Sale

When: September 25–26 | 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Where: 3481 Bay Branch Road, Sylvania, GA 30467

Browse antiques, handmade goods, vintage treasures, and “good old junk” from more than 200 vendors. Enjoy live music beginning at 11:00 AM, bring a chair, and grab a bite from one of the food trucks.

Click here to learn more about the event.

Peace Broadway presents: Maybe Happy Ending

When: September 29–October 4
Where: Peace Concert Hall, 300 S Main Street, Greenville, SC

Called one of the best new musicals in years, Maybe Happy Ending is a heartwarming and original Broadway adventure filled with humor, emotion, and unforgettable music.

Click here to purchase tickets.