The Colonial Center Schedule

Newberry Opera House Schedule

Columbia Museum of Art

Columbia Inferno

Village Square Theatre

Jan.- Feb. 2008
FREE FRIDAYS - Free admission to Riverbanks Zoo & Botanical Gardens

March, 200*
BASS FISHING TOURNAMENT ON LAKE MURRAY - Call Lake Murray Tourism at (800) 951-4008

March, 2008
The 12th Annual Lexington Passion Play at Lexington Baptist Church -- Contact Dan Williams at 803-359-4146 ext. 228.

March, 2008
A TASTE OF LAKE MURRAY - Enjoy an evening of local food from area restaurants while bidding on silent and live auction items, stopping only long enough to dance to live entertainment. Call (803) 781-5940 for information.

April 11-27, 2008
LITTLE WOMEN, THE MUSICAL at Village Square Theatre. For show times and ticket information call (803) 359-1436.

April 11-12, 2008
CONGAREE WESTERN WEEKEND - Congaree Western Parade will be on Saturday April 12, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. & Festival. This is a two-day rodeo and festival. There are many festivities to enjoy including, a parade, a car show, great live entertainment, carnival rides, and much more. For information call -- (803) 755-1345 / (803) 755-2512 or visit http://www.congareewesternweekend.com

April 19, 2008
City of West Columbia 2nd Annual Riverwalk Music & Arts Festival by the Gervais Street Bridge. 2-9 p.m.  -- Lounge at the amphitheater and relish the sounds of Columbia's finest musicians. Stop by the Artists' Courtyard to shop and view the works of 25 talented local artists. Enjoy the sites and sounds as you stroll through West Columbia's scenic Riverwalk. Bring a picnic lunch or dine at New Orleans Riverfront Restaurant. Either way this event is sure to please as admission and parking are Free!!

April 19, 2008
Grand Opening for Hammock Bay starting at 12 noon--Giving away Boat at 7:45 PM -- Prize Machine with B-106 from 4:00—7:00 PM -- Call Edwin for details at 609-7653.

April 21, 2008
The Carroll A. Campbell, Jr. Memorial Golf Classic - Benefiting the Alzheimer's Association. at The Windermmer Club. For more information contact Kate Sweeten at 803-791-3430.

April 25, 2008
CONCERT at Mt. Horeb United Methodist Church -- Phillips, Craig and Dean at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $18 each.

April 26, 2008
KID'S DAY IN LEXINGTON - Sponsored by Palmetto Chiropractic Office provide kids with ID kits, fire safety tips, dental screenings, spinal screenings, environmental improvement tips, gun safety and appearances from Cocky, McGruff, MyMo, Piggly Wiggly Pig, Chick-Fil-A Cow,Air Fun and lots more! Benefactors are Nancy K. Perry Shelter & Dickerson Center for children. If you would like to help sponsor, please call 356-8554 for details.

May, 2008
Lake Murray Rally formerly known as LAKE MURRAY POKER RUN – A fundraiser card game where boaters visit 5 out of 10 designated marinas and landings on Lake Murray from 9am-3pm. Contact The Lake Murray News, PO Box 175, Irmo, South Carolina 29063. Call (803) 772-5584.

May 17, 2008
10th Annual Pontoon TOUR OF HOMES - Lake Murray residents open up their homes and gardens for tours by pontoon boats leaving from a designated marina. Launching from Lighthouse Marina Contact: The Lake Murray Association, PO Box 495, Ballentine, South Carolina 29002. Phone: (803) 359-2880.

May 10-12, 2008
SC POULTRY FESTIVAL - Come join us in the fun & celebration at the South Carolina Poultry Festival. For additional information call (803) 532-3866 or visit us at www.batesburg-leesville.org/poultry

May 22 & 24, 2008
Lexington County Master Gardners 7th Annual Garden Tour from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. -- Featuring 6 different gardens and a church garden. Tickets are $20. Call Mildred Hedgepath at 772-3762.

May 24, 2008
EdVenture Children’s Museum will host Foodplay, the Emmy-award winning theater group, on Saturday, May 24.  The group’s colorful cast of characters will promote the benefits of nutrition through juggling, music, magic and fun. 

June 13-22, 2008
DISNEY'S ALADDIN JR. at Village Square Theatre. Call (803) 359-1436.

June -August, 2008
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES - Live entertainment comes to Finlay Park every Saturday evening. Performances begin at 7 p.m. and are free to the public. Contact: Columbia Action Council, 722 Blanding Street, Columbia, South Carolina 29201. Phone: (803) 343-8750.

July 4, 2008
LEXINGTON COUNTY PEACH FESTIVAL - This Lexington County Peach Festival is a great way to recognize the Lexington County Peach, the peach industry and the birthday of our nation. Held in Gilbert. For more information call (803) 892-5207.

August 7-8, 2008
PELION PEANUT PARTY – This festival features a craft show, parade, bingo, a car show, a home grown Idol competition and Palmetto Amusement rides for the children. Visit our Web site at: www.scpeanutparty.com/ or call Ann Smoak (803) 894-9536.

August 30 - September 1, 2008
CHAPIN LABOR DAY FESTIVAL - Parade, beauty pageants, arts, crafts, carnival rides, live entertainment and kiddie rides to celebrate Labor Day. Contact: Town of Chapin, PO Box 183, Chapin, South Carolina 29036. For more information, please call 803-345-2444, ext. 106.

September 14-15,2008
GASTON COLLARD FESTIVAL - This is a family festival with a live auction, parade, beauty pageants, festival rides and games, and live entertainment located in Gaston. For more information, call (803) 796-7725 or visit us at http://townofgaston.org/festival.html

September 19 & 20, 2008
LEXINGTON FUNFEST- Outdoor festival begins Saturday with the DooDah Parade and includes carnival, food entertainment, crafts and fun for the whole family. Visit us at www.lexingtonfunfest.com or call Beth at (803) 609-4486.

September 26-27, 2008
IRMO OKRA STRUT - The festival is a two day event featuring a street dance, parade, arts and crafts, rides and amusements, petting zoo, and lots of festival food.  Attendance for the celebration is estimated at 55,000 annually. The festival is managed by a board of commissioners appointed by the Irmo Town Council and we are proud to say, "we are the nation's original celebration of Okra." For information contact the festival office at (803) 781-6122.

October 24-25, 2008
CAROLINA Q-CUP - The Carolina Q Cup is designed to bring together in one location all of the very best barbeque cookers in the state and even in the nation.  Only South Carolina with its four major types of barbeque has such a wide diversity of barbeques to offer.  For information contact Lhigh1@sc.rr.com

November, 2008
TOWN OF SWANSEA FALL FESTIVAL - Enjoy a two-day western rodeo along with entertainment, games, carnival rides, food vendors, arts & crafts, an antique & hot rod show and much more.

November, 2008
BATESBURG LEESVILLE COUNTRY CHRISTMAS - Local and regional artists show seasonal handcrafts for purchase. Contact: Batesburg Leesville Leisure Center, 227 Highland, Batesburg, South Carolina 29006. Phone: (803) 532-3810.

November, 2008
COUNTRY CHRISTMAS - Seasonal handcrafts by local and regional artists held in Lexington. Call Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission at (803) 359-4048.

December 13, 2008
LEXINGTON CHRISTMAS SAMPLER - Over the past twenty years, this show has become a tradition for Lexington's last minute holiday shoppers. There's fun for everyone. The Sampler features Santa Claus and Ella the Elf. There will be live entertainment, refreshments, balloons, door prizes and much more. The show's excellent reputation is well known among crafter's and the community. Location - Tri-City Leisure Center. Phone: (803) 359-4048.

December, 2008
LIGHTS BEFORE CHRISTMAS AT RIVERBANKS ZOO - Over 200,000 lights transform the zoo into a winter wonderland from 5:30 to 8:30 PM. Contact: Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, PO Box 1060, Columbia, South Carolina 29202. Phone: (803) 779-8717.

December , 2008
LEXINGTON CHRISTMAS PARADE - Christmas season is welcomed in the town of Lexington with this afternoon parade featuring bands, floats, beauty queens and more. Contact: Tripp Leonard, Lexington Jaycees -- Phone: (803) 359-2504.

December 13, 2008
CHRISTMAS PEDDLER - Due to crafter's demand, this show is held on the same day as Lexington's Christmas Sampler in neighboring West COlumbia. THis show also features Santa Claus and Ella the Elf, live entertainment, refreshments, balloons, door prizes and much more. Over the past fourteen years, this show has experienced tremendous growth and popularity with crafter's and the community. Christmas Crafts at Tri-City Leisure Center, West Columbia. For more information call (803) 939-9311.

December, 2008
CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS- The Cayce Historical Museum decorated in the Yuletide spirit. For information contact Leo Redman at (803) 796-9020.