Local Events: August - September Things to do in and around Our Town!

Highlighted Event

EVERY SATURDAY MAY 20- SEPTEMBER 30

The Market at Icehouse Amphitheater

107 West Main St., Lexington, 9am-1pm

Take advantage of this opportunity to shop for fresh, local produce, food, arts, and crafts. A family-fun weekly event that the whole family can enjoy.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 26

Jailbreak Escape Urban Challenge Run

541 Gibson Rd., Lexington, 8am-12pm

SATURDAY, AUGUST 19

30th Annual Back 2 School Bash

131 Duffie Dr., Lexington, 3pm-8pm

Gear up for a great start to the new school year with Lexington Community Fun Day! This free event offers music, entertainment, and family-friendly fun including free school supplies while they last.

Contact Glenda Hiller at 803238-2821 for more details.

Rainout date is August 26.

Over the past 16 years the Jailbreak Race Series has raised over $95,000 to support professional law enforcement services in Lexington County and provide healthy and family-friendly activities for the people of the Midlands. This is a 3.1 mile run with obstacles and crossfit-style exercises designed to challenge participants of all ages and fitness levels.

For registration and information visit TriSignUp.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 26

Lexington Munching on Main Tour

Two Gals and a Fork, c/o Private Property, 220 W. Main St., Lexington, 3pm-5:30pm Brush up on your local history while taking a walking and food tasting tour through downtown Lexington. Enjoy the history lessons of J.R. Fennel with the Lexington County Museum and the fabulous fare of five local restaurants with your guide from Two Gals and a Fork. Find additional dates and tickets for events at twogalsfoodtours.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 26

Ensemble Eclectica!

Presents “Thank you for the Music”

Harbison Theatre, 7300 Midlands College Dr., Irmo, 7:30pm

An immersion into the arts, a fusion of the senses, an evening of live music, dance, media, a unique visual arts exhibit, and more! This event celebrates humanity through a variety of genres and styles from classical staples and vocal standards to contemporary masterpieces. Visit EnsembleEclectica. org for ticket information and a complete schedule of performers.

SATURDAY, AUGUST

26-MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

Chapin Labor Day Parade and Festivities

Town of Chapin, Chapin Rd., Beaufort and Clark Sts., various times

Don’t miss this massive celebration for all ages! Events begin with the Taste of Chapin/Restaurant Week and the Justin K. Pepper 5K, and end with a classic car show and traditional parade on Monday.

For a complete schedule of events visit ChapinSC.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

Tunnel to Towers 5K Run/Walk

Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101

Lincoln St., Columbia, 6pm

Born from the tragedy of 9/11, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation supports our nation’s fallen and injured first responders, military heroes and their families.

Registration, sponsor and

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

“The Frank Mogan Cup” Golf Tournament

Country Club of Lexington, 1066 Barr Rd., Lexington, 11:30am

Looking for a good reason to play golf? Join the members of the Rotary Club of Lexington as they host their 33rd annual golf tournament to benefit Chris Myers’ Children’s Place and Nancy K. Perry Children’s Shelter among other programs. Call 803-359-2515 for more details.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

2023 Midlands Fall Arts & Crafts Market

S.C. State Farmers Market, 3483 Charleston Hwy., West Columbia, 9am-4pm Browse through a huge assortment of pottery, plants, paintings, handcrafted gifts, baskets, and delicious treats. A raffle and silent auction hosted by the Midlands Crafter’s Association will benefit Harvest Hope. Visit MidlandCrafters. wixsite.com for details and schedule.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

Dance and Sing Under the Lights

Icehouse Amphitheater

107 West Main St., Lexington, 6pm-10pm

Rock out with award-winning singer-songwriter Taylor Dayne as she headlines the LRADAC Foundation’s annual fundraiser presented by Dominion Energy. This event offers a fun evening of music and fun that contributes to LRADAC’s recovery and prevention programs. Find links to ticket sales, event details and LRADAC programming at LRADAC.org.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 AND SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER

14-SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

Columbia’s 36th Annual Greek Festival

Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 1931 Sumter St., Columbia, Thursday-Saturday, 10am10pm, Sunday, 12pm-6pm This is your chance to be Greek for a week! Enjoy the live music, food, arts and crafts, and learn a little about Greece at this free, familyfriendly event.

For a festival brochure with schedule, visit ColumbiasGreekFestival.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

Fall Harvest Festival

S.C. State Farmers Market, 3483 Charleston Hwy., West Columbia, Saturday 9am4pm., Sunday. 11am-4pm Bring the whole family to this free, safe and fun event! Craft fair, food trucks, face painting, games, raffle prizes and more.

For details email outlawbeverly@gmail.com or call 803-397-4608.

49th Annual Irmo Okra Strut Festival and Parade Irmo Community Park, 7507 Eastview Dr., Irmo

Live performances, rides and hands-on activities for the kids, a parade, a light show, arts and crafts vendors and, of course, lots of delicious new okra dishes to sample!

For sponsorship information, vendors and event schedule visit OkraStrut.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

The FARM’s 2023 Harvest Festival

The FARM, 1127 Corley Mill Rd., Lexington, 10am-5pm

For some family-friendly fun, load up the car and head to The FARM to experience a day of fun fall activities on an 8thgeneration family farm.

Admission and activity details are found on the Events tab at thefarm1780.com.