October 30
Rodney Carrington
CCPAC
The comedian, actor and singer performs his Live 2026 tour at 7:30 p.m. For mature audiences only. thecenterofcc.com

October 31
FireK 5K
North Augusta Greeneway
Run benefits firefighters and their family members who are battling cancer. Includes 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Run. Post-race activities include live music, a children’s Fun Zone with bouncy houses, face painting, displays of firefighting equipment, a fire safety house, refreshments and more. 9 a.m. firekfivek.com

Aiken Fall Steeplechase
Multiple Gates
Tailgate at one of the National Steeplechase Association’s final races of the season. Railside, second row and general admission tickets available. Includes parade of hounds, carriage parade, hat contest, crazy pants contest, Bloody Mary bar and live music in the Village of Shops. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. aikensteeplechase.com

November 3, 17
Tuesday’s Music Live
Saint Paul’s Church
Featured performers are the Bloom Funkhouser Duo performing A Miles Davis Celebration (11/3) and Savannah River Brass (11/17). Noon. Free. tuesdaysmusiclive.com

November 5
Art Now Arist Talk
Morris Museum of Art
Artist Philip Juras, inspired by naturalist William Bartram, presents new artwork and discusses his processes for painting landscapes. 6-7 p.m. Free for members; $10 for nonmembers. themorris.org

Oysters on Telfair
Ware’s Folly Gardens
Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art fundraiser includes Cajun cuisine, full open bar, live music, raffle and silent auction of works from regional artists. 7-10 p.m. ghia.org

November 5, 15
Columbia County Fair
Columbia County Fairgrounds
Presented by the Merchants Association of Columbia County, the fair features midway rides, demolition derbies, petting zoo, attractions, nightly concerts and more. Admission $7-$15; ages 6 and under admitted free with an adult. Unlimited rides $18-$30. To celebrate America’s 250th, the first 250 at the gate get in free on 11/5. After 7 p.m., ages 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent. Proper attire is required; dress code online. Parking is free. columbiacountyfair.net

November 6
Films on Friday
Morris Museum of Art
Featured film is Places in the Heart (1984), starring Sally Field, Danny Glover, John Malkovich and Ed Harris. Noon-2:30 p.m. Free. themorris.org

Jackson Dean
Evans Towne Center Park
The country music artist performs at the Columbia County Music Series. 7 p.m. Bring chairs or blankets. General admission $29; VIP $100. thecenterofcc.com

Augusta Symphony – American Fanfare
Miller Theater
The orchestra performs a salute to American masterpieces with selections that include John Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine, Gershwin’s Second Rhapsody and I Got Rhythm and Aaron Copland’s Symphony No. 3 with “Fanfare for the Common Man.” 7:30 p.m. millertheateraugusta.com

Belle Meade Hunt Opening Meet
Thomson
Ride a Tally-ho wagon and follow hunters and hounds on a simulated fox hunt at one of the world’s largest opening day meets. Bring snacks and beverages to share with friends, plus small carrots or apples for horses. A stadium blanket and seat cushion also are recommended. Advance tickets required. bellemeadehunt.org

November 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

November 8
’Til Death Do Us Part: Late Nite Catechism 3
Miller Theater
One-woman interactive comedy show features a sharp-witted sister who teaches hilarious lessons on the Sacraments of Marriage and the Last Rites, along with a wacky version of the Newlywed Game. 2 p.m. millertheateraugusta.com

November 10-11
Kicks 99 Guitar Pull
Bell Auditorium
Two nights of acoustic performances from five artists each night. Includes Chase Matthew, Jacob Hackworth, George Birge and more. 7:30 p.m. kicks99.com

November 12
Baseball Historian Book Signing & Discussion
Downtown Augusta Library, Georgia Room
Local baseball historian Lamar Garrard discusses and signs his new book, Augusta Baseball History, which covers professional baseball in the city from 1884 through the Augusta GreenJackets in 2025. 5:30 p.m. arcpls.org/locations/main-hq

Augusta Symphony with Michael Cavanaugh
Miller Theater
The musician joins the orchestra to perform The Great American Singer-Songwriters concert with chart-topping songs like “Your Smiling Face,” “The Sound of Silence,” “Sweet Caroline” and more. 7:30 p.m. millertheateraugusta.com

November 13
Food Truck Friday
Eubank Blanchard 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

Zach Williams
CCPAC
The contemporary Christian music artist performs his Revival Night Tour with special guests Cochren & Co. and Christian Hohn. 7 p.m. thecenterofcc.com

Who’s Live Anyway?
Miller Theater
Cast members Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, Ryan Stiles and Joel Murray perform improv comedy and song based on audience suggestions. 7:30 p.m. millertheateraugusta.com

November 15
Music at the Morris
Morris Museum of Art
Savannah River Stringband performs a spirited jam of traditional music played on fiddles, guitars, mandolins, bouzoukis and bass. 2-3 p.m. Free. SRP Auditorium. themorris.org

November 18–January 18
Evans on Ice
Evans Towne Center Park
Outdoor holiday attraction features ice skating, ice skating lessons, food truck, marshmallow roasting and more. Hours vary. $14 weekdays, $17 weekends and holidays; group discounts available. Cost includes skate rentals. evansonice.com

November 19
Holiday Market & Guild Bake Sale
Sacred Heart Cultural Center
Event features Christmas décor and gift ideas from local and regional vendors, homemade baked goods, free gift wrapping and more. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. sacredheartaugusta.org

Mannheim Steamroller
CCPAC
The Grammy-winning group performs Christmas classics in a multi-media presentation. 7:30 p.m. thecenterofcc.com

November 20
NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
Miller Theater
North America’s largest annual touring production of the holiday classic features international ballet dancers, 10-foot-tall puppets and gravity-defying acrobatics. 7 p.m. millertheateraugusta.com

Blackberry Smoke
CCPAC
The Southern rock-blues group performs its 25th Anniversary Tour with special guest Andy Thomas. 7:30 p.m. thecenterofcc.com

November 21
Appling Christmas Festival
Downtown Appling
Festival includes crafters, food vendors, model trains, activities and games for children, petting zoo, Santa and more. The Historical Society will open the old schoolhouse and old jail, and the sheriff’s office will provide Identakid in the jail. Free. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Rain or shine.

Pioneer Day
Lincoln County Historical Park
Lincoln County Historical Society event features old time mountain music, barn dancing, Southern cooking, BBQ, antique car and tractor show, vendors and more. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is free. lincolncountyhistoricalsocietyga.com

The Poncere Show
Miller Theater
The award-winning comedian and licensed therapist interviews comedian and nationally syndicated radio host Rickey Smiley. Special guests include Gigi LeFlair and Tiffiny Moore. 6 p.m. millertheateraugusta.com

November 24
Jersey Boys
CCPAC
Award-winning Broadway production tells the inside story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. 7:30 p.m. thecenterofcc.com

November 27-29
The Nutcracker
Imperial Theatre
The Colton Ballet performs the holiday classic at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on 11/27 and at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. on 11/28 and 11/29. imperialtheatre.com

November 29
Messiah Sing-In/Christmas Concert
Kiokee Baptist Church
Columbia County Orchestra and choir singers from the community perform selections from Handel’s “Messiah.” 6 p.m. Free. columbiacco.org

November 30
The Unauthorized Hallmark(ish) Parody Musical
Miller Theater
Comedy stage show of a big city executive who returns to her quirky small hometown offers a hilarious twist on the classic holiday movies rom-com fans love. 7 p.m. millertheateraugusta.com

December 3
Christmas in Columbia County
Market Pavilion
Evening celebration includes holiday light displays, ice skating, tree lighting ceremony, shopping with local vendors, food trucks and local food booths, photos with Santa and the Grinch and more. 4-9 p.m. Admission is free. columbiacountyga.gov

December 4
The Nutcracker
CCPAC
Augusta Ballet presents the enchanting classic Christmas ballet at 7 p.m. thecenterofcc.com

The Sunkicks – Home for the Holidays
Miller Theater
Broadway-style Christmas musical features precision kickline dancing, popular holiday songs and an original Christmas story. 7:30 p.m. millertheateraugusta.com

Martin Lawrence
Bell Auditorium
The comedian performs his Y’all Still Know What It Is Tour at 8 p.m. augustaentertainmentcomplex.com

December 4-5
Christmas Tour of Homes
North Augusta homes
Annual tour features five decorated homes; proceeds fund scholarships for high school seniors. Fri. 5:30-9:30 p.m. and Sat. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $28 in advance online; $30 day of tour. natourofhomes.org

December 5
ZZ Top Notch – A Sharp-Dressed Night
Miller Theater
The tribute artists perform ZZ Top hits and offer a cash prize in the sharp-dressed man contest. 8 p.m. millertheateraugusta.com

December 6
Columbia County Christmas Parade 
Evans
Parade presented by the Merchants Association of Columbia County features nearly 150 entries and begins in the area around Evans Towne Center. See map on Facebook (Columbia County Christmas Parade) for time and route. columbiacountyfair.net 

December 11
A Charlie Brown Christmas – Live on Stage
CCPAC
Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang produce their own Christmas play and learn the true meaning of the season. 7 p.m. thecenterofcc.com

Matthew West
Bell Auditorium
The contemporary Christian music artist performs his Come Home for Christmas Live on Tour at 7 p.m. augustaentertainmentcomplex.com

Home Alone – Live in Concert
Miller Theater
Watch the Christmas movie on a big screen while Augusta Symphony performs the music live. 7:30 p.m. millertheateraugusta.com

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