September 27–November 16
Corn Maze – Steed’s Dairy
Have old-fashioned family fun and explore a secret world of twists, turns and dead ends. Admission includes pony cart rides, hayride, petting zoo, cow-milking demonstration, pumpkin patch, games and more. Concessions available. Open Sat. 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun. 1–7 p.m. $10–$14; ages 2 and under free.
steedsdairy.com
October 16
Trick-or-Treat at Evans Towne Center Park – Evans Towne Center Park
Wear your costumes and bring candy buckets for safe trick-or-treating with local businesses. Free admission. 5:30–8 p.m.
columbiacountyga.gov
Candlelight Concert: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics – Sacred Heart Cultural Center
The Listeso String Quartet performs Halloween-inspired music under candlelight including “Thriller” and the Ghostbusters theme. Shows at 6:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. Ages 8+.
sacredheartaugusta.org
October 17
Sensory Spooktacular – Evans Market
Special needs teens and adults ages 16+ enjoy sensory activities, music and dancing. Free, registration required. 6–8 p.m.
Dracula – Ballet with a Bite – CCPAC
A Halloween cult classic with rock/jazz musical score and special effects. PG advised. 7:30 p.m. $34+.
thecenterofcc.com
October 18
Scarecrow Archery – Mistletoe State Park
Ages 8+ learn beginning archery before taking aim at scarecrows. 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. $10; $5 parking. Pre-registration required.
gastateparks.org
October 19
Georgia Horror-Fest – Columbia County Exhibition Center
Comic books, cosplay, horror makeup, industry guests and more. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
georgiahorrorfest.com
October 23
It’s Spooky to Be Hungry · Trick-or-Treat on Main Street · Harlem Halloween Movie Night – Downtown Harlem
Canned food drive with vendors and games 5–7 p.m.; trick-or-treat 6–7 p.m.; free outdoor movie at 7 p.m.
harlemmuseumandwelcomecenter.com
October 25–26
Walk with the Spirits – Saint Paul’s Churchyard
Guided tours featuring historical “spirits” in period costumes. Tours every 20 minutes, lasting 45 min. 2–5 p.m. Reservations required.
historicaugusta.org
October 24
Spooktacular Trunk or Treat – Liberty Park
Old-fashioned Halloween fun with trunk-or-treating, food vendors, music, inflatables and more. 6–9 p.m.
cityofgrovetown.com
October 24–25
Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee – Downtown North Augusta
Family festival with rides, crafts, food and live concerts. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; concerts begin at 6 p.m.
northaugustasc.gov
October 25
It’s Spooky To Be Hungry Drop-Off Day – Golden Harvest Food Bank
Drop off non-perishables 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
itsspookytobehungry.org
October 25–26
Halloween Family Camping – Phinizy Swamp Nature Park
Includes tent-or-treating, hikes, contests, s’mores, movie, hayrides and more. Registration required.
phinizycenter.org
October 26
Artrageous! Family Sunday: Boo Bash – Morris Museum of Art
Free family Halloween activities, mini pumpkin decorating, gallery trick-or-treat and more. 2–4 p.m.
themorris.org
Underwater Pumpkin Carving Contest – Clarks Hill Park
Scuba divers carve pumpkins underwater. Free food afterwards. Starts at noon. Registration required.
neptunediveandski.com
October 28
Spookduckular Halloween – Phinizy Swamp Nature Park
For ages up to 5. Includes costume contest, stories, crafts and activities. 10–11:30 a.m. $16 per child.
October 31
The Magical Music of Harry Potter – Live in Concert – Imperial Theatre
Live orchestra performs iconic Harry Potter music with illusions and special guest. 8 p.m.
imperialtheatre.com
June 29
An American Music Concert
Kiokee Baptist Church
Columbia County Orchestra, directed by founding music and executive director Dr. Rob Nordan, will perform American patriotic music and selections by American composers. Open to the public. Free refreshments served at 4:30, free concert begins 5 p.m. columbiacco.org
June 28
SummerJam & Fireworks
Liberty Park
The City of Grovetown’s family friendly event features music, food, beverages and fireworks. Bring chairs and blankets. 5-8 p.m. cityofgrovetown.com
Ninja Kidz Live: Infinite Possibilities
CCPAC
Live-action stage adventure is filled with audience participation, physical challenges, games and epic battles. 3 p.m. thecenterofcc.com
Interstellar Echoes
Miller Theater
The tribute artists present A Tribute to Pink Floyd in the Retro Concert Series. 7:30 p.m. $29-$99. millertheateraugusta.com
June 27
Food Truck Friday
Evans Towne Center Park
Evening features live music and a variety of food and beverage vendors. 6-9 p.m. Admission is free. Bring chairs and blankets. Music begins 7 p.m. columbiacountyga.gov
Pam Tillis and Lorrie Morgan
Miller Theater
The country music artists perform their Grits and Glamour Tour at 7:30 p.m. $39-$109.
millertheateraugusta.com
June 20-22
JoeFest Augusta Toy and Comic Show
Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center
Show features celebrity guests, cosplay, panels and more than 40,000 square feet of toys, comic books and collectibles. joefestusa.com
June 21
Betty’s Bash Paddle Race & Music Festival
Riverside Park
Kayak, canoe and paddleboard event includes 6.2-mile loop, food trucks, music with DJ at 4 p.m. and live bands. Race begins 9 a.m. $30. Festival and concerts are free. 9 a.m.-10 p.m. oariverside.com
Ridge Peach Festival
Downtown Trenton
Festival celebrates all things peach, from pies and cobblers to ice cream, jams and more. Includes live music, food and beverage vendors, arts and crafts, agricultural displays, children’s entertainment and a parade. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. ridgepeachfestival.org
Build the Band
Miller Theater
Area musicians and singers battle it out to be crowned ultimate champion in this musical fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity. 7 p.m. $29-$79. millertheateraugusta.com
June 14, 28
The Dinner Detective
The River Golf Club
Solve a hilarious true crime murder mystery while feasting on appetizer, salad, choice of three entrees and dessert. The culprit is hiding in plain sight in the room. Will you be the prime suspect? Prize package for top sleuth. 6-9 p.m. thedinnerdetective.com
A Brother’s Revival
Miller Theater
Former Allman Brothers Band bassist David “Rook” Goldflies leads the band in performing
Allman Brothers classics. 7:30 p.m. $29-$89. millertheateraugusta.com
June 13
Ian Munsick and Flatland Cavalry
Bell Auditorium
The country music artists perform at 7:30 p.m. $29 and up. augustaentertainmentcomplex.com
June 12
Harlem Movies Under the Stars
Columbia Theatre and Library Plaza
Featured movie is Matilda. Matinee is 5 p.m. in the theater, under the stars showing is 8 p.m. on library plaza (moves inside if it rains). Kids are invited to do movie-related crafts in the theater 2-3:30 p.m. All events are free. harlemmuseumandwelcomecenter.com
June 7, 14, 21, 28
Evans Market
Market Pavilion
Weekly market features local artisans, farmers, producers and vendors. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. columbiacountyga.gov
June 7
Boondock Revival Music Festival
Boondock Farms
Music festival under the stars features dancing and bluegrass jams with Electric Sparrows, Reedy River String Band, Aubrey & The Clydes and Swamptooth. 2:30-11:50 p.m. $60. RV campsite $20. boondockfarms.com
Summer Beach Blast
Evans Towne Center Park
Family friendly event features food vendors, games and activities and live music by The Landsharks, a Jimmy Buffet tribute band. Bring chairs and blankets. 5-10 p.m. Admission is free. Columbia County Parks, Recreation & Events Facebook page
May 31, June 7
Free Fishing Days
Georgia waters
See if fishing is for you. Georgia residents do not need a fishing, trout or wildlife management area license to fish in any public fresh water and saltwater areas on these two days. georgiawildlife.com
May 25-July 3
Art Exhibition
Sacred Heart Cultural Center
Works from artists Rebecca Congleton, Kelly Igo, Jacki Mayo Van Dyke and Cameron Young are displayed in the Art Hall. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. sacredheartaugusta.org
May 3-June 29
Ag + Art Tour
22 counties in SC
Take free weekend self-guided tours of farms and markets to see where food comes from, watch artists in action, listen to musicians and learn more about rural life. Tour is the largest free farm and art tour in the nation. Map and schedule available online. agandarttour.com
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