WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9- SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
Back To The Rack Consignment Sale & Shop
Three Little Chickadees
403 C Chapin Rd., Chapin
Times Vary
With more than 20,000 items to choose from, shop for gently loved women’s and children’s items, featuring stylish finds, great deals, and family treasures at this Midlands’ premier boutique
consignment sale. BackToTheRackSC.com
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11- SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
Foodees Fest
Lifelong Learning Center
101 W. Columbia Ave., Batesburg-Leesville
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Enjoy a weekend of great food, local shopping, and festival fun as food trucks, specialty vendors, and talented artisans come together to offer unique flavors, handcrafted goods, and memorable experiences. Foodeesfest.com
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
Irmo Fire Foundation Yard Sale
Union United Methodist Church
7582 Woodrow St., Irmo
8am
Plan to donate to or shop at the Irmo Fire Foundation’s Third Annual Community Yard Sale. Proceeds help provide Irmo Fire District with specialized training, emergency support, gear
and equipment, and other valuable resources. IrmoFireFoundation.org
THURSDAY,
SEPTEMBER 17
Lighthouse for Life’s Fund the Fight Fundraiser Gala
Riverland Hills Baptist Church
201 Lake Murray Blvd., Irmo
6:30pm-8:45pm
Spend an evening investing in hope for survivors! As guests sample cuisine from nearby restaurants, they will have opportunities to give while learning about the reality of human trafficking within the local community. LighthouseForLife.org
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
Carnival Day
Venture X
1901 Main St., 18th Floor, Columbia
5pm-7pm
A family event to enjoy with magic by John Tudor, Olly the Otter, games, prizes, food, and FUN high above downtown Columbia! All proceeds benefit Kids Day, helping support
children battling cancer and other serious illnesses. Grab your tickets now! Eventbrite.com
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
90’s Fallapalooza
Icehouse Amphitheater
107 West Main St., Lexington
Doors open at 6pm
Celebrate the ultimate 90s throwback with tributes to Radiohead and Pearl Jam, plus High Society’s electrifying mix of hip hop, R&B, and party anthems. Experience an unforgettable night of nostalgia, iconic hits, and nonstop dancing. IcehouseAmphitheater.com
SEPTEMBER 25- SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
Irmo Okra Strut
Moore Park
7473 Church St., Irmo
Times Vary
Celebrate 50+ years of the Okra Strut with a festive parade, live music, family friendly activities, arts and crafts, rides, delicious food, and community spirit while supporting local
charities, schools, and public improvement projects. OkraStrut.com
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1
Wheel of Fortune LIVE
Harbison Theatre
7300 College St., Irmo
6:30pm
Audience members will have the chance to be randomly selected to spin the iconic wheel, solve puzzles, and compete for cash prizes, dream vacations, and more during this exciting interactive stage experience filled with fun and excitement. HarbisonTheatre.org
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10
Dancing with the Stars of Columbia
Lex2 Performing Arts Center
3205 Platt Springs Rd., West Columbia
7:30pm
Dancing with the Stars of Columbia pairs local leaders with professional ballroom dancers for an evening of entertainment and friendly competition while raising funds for Breakthrough T1D to support Type 1 diabetes research. DancingWithTheStarsOfColumbia.org
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10
Harbison MTB Challenge
Harbison State Forest
5600 Broad River Rd., Columbia
Registration begins at 7:30am
Enjoy scenic courses and outdoor adventures by taking on the trails in the Harbison MTB Challenge, a thrilling mountain bike race through Harbison State Forest. Register online to participate in this exciting event. Trans-SylvaniaProductions.com
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15
Irmo Food & Wine Festival
Moore Park
7473 Church St., Irmo
5pm-8pm
Enjoy an unforgettable evening in Irmo featuring live music by The Time Pirates 3, curated wine and craft beer, delicious food, local vendors, and a welcoming community atmosphere perfect for gathering with friends and neighbors. GreaterIrmoChamber.com
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16- FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30
Boo at the Zoo
Riverbanks Zoo & Garden
500 Wildlife Pkwy., Columbia
6pm-9pm
Celebrate Halloween with trick-or-treating, spooky decorations, animal encounters, themed activities, costumes, and plenty of family-friendly fun during this annual fall tradition at the zoo. Riverbanks.org
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25
Hocus Pocus Halloween Market
Flora & Fauna Marketplace
4773 Sunset Blvd., Lexington
11am-4pm
Celebrate the season at the Hocus Pocus Halloween Market vendors, handcrafted goods, food trucks, festive music, themed photo opportunities, costumes, and seasonal fun for the whole family. LakeMurrayCountry.com