NOTE: Please check all venue websites for updated information.
April 15-July 2
Art Exhibit – And They All Sang Hallelujah
Morris Museum of Art
A visual landscape of the American South, shaped by religion, is presented in works by Howard Finster, Eldridge Bagley, William H. Clarke, Minnie Evans, Clementine Hunter, William Tolliver and more. themorris.org
May 6, 13, 20, 27
Evans Market
The Plaza
Farmers market features local artisans, crafters, farmers and producers in front of the Performing Arts Center. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. experiencecolumbiacounty.com
May 18
An Evening of Irish Traditional Music with Chloë Agnew
Morris Museum of Art
The original member of Celtic Woman performs songs past and present. 7:30 p.m. $20-$25. Reservations required: (706) 267-5416. themorris.org
May 19
Food Truck Friday
Gateway Park
Evening features live music and a variety of food and beverage vendors. 6-9 p.m. Admission is free. Music begins 7 p.m. experiencecolumbiacounty.com
May 20
Thunder Over Evans
Evans Towne Center Park
Armed Forces Day evening celebration features a military salute, live music, food vendors, Braves Country Road Trip and extreme fireworks show. Free admission. 6:15-10 p.m. thunderoverevans.com
May 21
Kroc to Lock Ride
Kroc Augusta
The 10-mile ride starts at Kroc Augusta, goes up the Augusta Canal towpath to the headgates and then heads back to the Kroc green space for a post-ride picnic. Noon-4 p.m. $35. Registration deadline is May 15. bikesignup.com
An American Music Concert
Damascus Baptist Church Fellowship Hall
The Columbia County Orchestra and Suzuki Strings of Augusta present a musical celebration of American composers, as well as a pre-Memorial Day remembrance of our nation’s fallen. 2 p.m. Appling. Free; donations accepted. columbiacco.org
May 23
St. Paul & the Broken Bones
Miller Theater
The eight-piece soul band performs at 7:30 p.m. $38-$124. millertheateraugusta.com
Augusta Choral Society Concert
Sacred Heart Cultural Center
Reflection on Life, Love, and Loss through the Scots/Irish Tradition remembers and honors those who have served, those in service and first responders. Music includes “The Minstrel Boy,” “Danny Boy,” “Loch Lomond,” “My Heart’s in the Highlands,” “Highland Cathedral” and more. 7:30 p.m. $15-$25. augustacs.org
June 1
Outdoor Camping Survival
Mistletoe State Park
Participants learn how to put up a tent, build a shelter, start a fire without a match, build a campfire, cook over a campfire and hike in the woods. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Bring a water bottle. Limited space; reservations required. $25. $5 parking. (706) 541-0321, gastateparks.org
June 3
Boondock Revival Music Festival
Boondock Farms
Bands include Big Sky Revival, the Reedy River String Band, The Mason Jars and more. Begins 2 p.m. and continues into the evening, followed by late-night campfire jam. Food trucks, libations and camping available. $40-$50. boondockfarms.com
Summer Beach Blast
Evans Town Center Park
Event features warm sand, cold beverages, food trucks and beach music by The Catalinas. Bring chairs. 7-10 p.m.; gates open 5 p.m. General admission is free. VIP tickets $50 each. experiencecolumbiacounty.com
June 3, 10, 17, 24
Evans Market
The Plaza
Farmers market features local artisans, crafters, farmers and producers in front of the Performing Arts Center. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. experiencecolumbiacounty.com
June 5, 12
Free Fishing Days
Georgia waters
See if fishing is for you. Georgia residents will not need a fishing, trout or wildlife management area license to fish in fresh water and saltwater areas on these two days. georgiawildlife.org
June 8
Kenny Wayne Shepherd
Miller Theater
The acclaimed blues rock guitarist performs with special guest the Ally Venable Band. 7:30 p.m. $49 and up. millertheateraugusta.com
June 9
Food Truck Friday
Eubanks Blanchard Park
Evening features live music and a variety of food and beverage vendors. 6-9 p.m. Admission is free. Music begins 7 p.m. experiencecolumbiacounty.com
June 9-11
JoeFest Augusta Toy and Comic Show
Augusta Convention Center
Local Comic Com features celebrity guests, cosplay, panels and more than 40,000 square feet of toys, comic books, collectibles. $10 and up; ages 12 and under free with a paid admission. joefestusa.com
June 10
Swamp Saturday Family Guided Hikes
Phinizy Swamp Nature Park
Take a guided 2.5-mile hike through nature park trails and learn about plants and wildlife. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring water to drink. No pets. Limited space; pre-registration required. 9-11 a.m. $5 per person. Group tours available. phinizycenter.org
June 12
REO Speedwagon
Bell Auditorium
The platinum-selling rock band performs at 7:30 p.m. $50 and up. augustaentertainmentcomplex.com
June 13
Art Reception and Opening
Sacred Heart Cultural Center
Artists Sue Porterfield and Terry Smith exhibit their works in the Great Hall. Opening reception 5-7 p.m. Free. Works will be displayed in the Art Hall July 13-Sept.1. sacredheartaugusta.org
June 16
Screen on the Green
Lakeside Park
Bring chairs and blankets to outdoor movie night. Vendors available. 7 p.m. Free. visitcolumbiacountyga.com
June 17
Betty’s Bash Paddle Race & Music Festival
Riverside Park
Kayak, canoe and paddleboard race begins 9 a.m. Free concert with Easily Amused, The Dusty Angels, The Mason Jars and comedian Saseddrick begins 4 p.m. Park admission is free. Details and registration at oariverside.com
Legends of Comedy Tour
Bell Auditorium
Featured comedians are Michael Blackson and Jess Hilarious. 7:30 p.m. $58 and up. augustaentertainmentcomplex.com
June 23
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. Music begins 7 p.m. experiencecolumbiacounty.com
Travis Tritt
Bell Auditorium
The country music singer, songwriter and actor performs with special guest Tyler Reese Tritt. 8 p.m. $39 and up. augustaentertainmentcomplex.com
June 24
Quartet Music Awards
Miller Theater
Show celebrates the heritage and future of quartet music. Features performances by D. Morton & Gifted, The Sonny Brown Experience, The Swanee Quintet and more. 5 p.m. $45 and up. millertheateraugusta.com
June 25
American Music Concert II
Kiokee Baptist Church
Columbia County Orchestra presents a free concert that includes a salute to current and former members of the U. S. military, Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue,” Claude Smith’s “God of Our Fathers,” Ferde Grofe’s “On the Trail” from the Grand Canyon Suite and Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture.” Free refreshments in the church fellowship hall begin at 5:20 p.m., concert begins at 6 p.m. Free; donations accepted. columbiacco.org
Muzika! Festival
Miller Theater
Performance is world premiere Symphony #2: A Plague Journal by composer J.A.C. Redford. 4 p.m. $25- $130. millertheateraugusta.com
June 26-27
Loomis Brothers Circus
James Brown Arena
Circus with a traditional format but modern twist is the only one in North America to feature three rings, exotic animals and live music. $33 adults; $11 ages 2-12; under 2 are free. Various showtimes. augustaentertainmentcomplex.com
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