More than 50 vendors, food trucks and visits with Santa planned The Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission (LCRAC) will host its annual Christmas Craft Show Nov. 13-14 at the Tri-City Leisure Center in West Columbia. The event will feature more than 50 local crafters and vendors, along with foodContinue Reading

Lake Murray Country event will feature local vendors, holiday gifts and shopping specials. COLUMBIA – Capital City/Lake Murray Country will kick off the holiday shopping season with its annual Holiday Open House & Gift Shop Sale on Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lake Murray CountryContinue Reading

The Main Event will celebrate multicultural beauty, barbering, education and entrepreneurship. COLUMBIA – South Carolina’s beauty, barbering and creative communities will gather Nov. 7 for The Main Event Hair & Beauty Expo 2026 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Beginning at noon during USC Homecoming Weekend, the expo will celebrateContinue Reading

Youth orchestra and Dreher High School singers will perform a free outdoor concert to support music education. COLUMBIA – Members of the South Carolina Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (SCPYO) will perform a free pops concert from the front porch of a Shandon home Nov. 8, bringing neighbors together for an eveningContinue Reading

Haunted History tours set for Oct. 22-23; walking tour planned for Nov. 13 LEXINGTON — The Lexington County Museum will host two events this fall exploring the area’s history through ghost stories, local mysteries and tales of murder. The 19th annual Haunted History Halloween program will be held Oct. 22-23,Continue Reading

Guided river excursion will explore autumn colors and local wildlife Saluda Shoals Park will host a guided fall foliage paddle Saturday, Oct. 25, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants will enjoy autumn colors along the river while learning about the area’s natural history, exploring a river island and observingContinue Reading

Free Oct. 31 event will offer games, treats and family resources The City of Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is inviting local organizations, businesses and service providers to participate in its Halloween Day Party on Oct. 31 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Dutch Square Mall, 421 Bush River Road.Continue Reading