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10/14/2026

🌿 Take a Walk on Aiken’s Wild Side! 🌳

Adventure is closer than you think in Aiken, SC! From peaceful gardens and scenic trails to wildlife-filled wetlands, there's plenty of natural beauty waiting to be explored.

🥾 Wander the 70 miles of trails at Hitchcock Woods.

🌸 Stroll beneath majestic live oaks at Hopelands Gardens.

🦋 Discover the unique wetlands of Carolina Bay Nature Preserve.

🦅 Enjoy birdwatching at Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary.

🛶 Hike, fish or paddle at Aiken State Park.

Whether you're looking for outdoor adventure or a peaceful escape, Aiken is naturally beautiful!

📍 Plan your next outdoor adventure in Aiken, SC!
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10/13/2026

🍂 October Fun is in Full Swing in Aiken! 🎃

From fall festivals and live entertainment to thrilling fair rides, spooky performances, and community celebrations, there's plenty to see and do in Aiken this October!

Whether you're looking for family-friendly fun, a night out, or a reason to explore something new, Aiken has something for everyone!

🍁 Check out our October Activities & Events Calendar and start planning your next adventure!

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10/12/2026

Halloween Fun at the Aiken Fall Steeplechase! 🐾🎃

Get your costumes ready for the Dog Halloween Contests at the Aiken Fall Steeplechase! 🏇🍂

Costume Categories:
🐾 Kids (12 & Under) & Dogs
🐾 Senior Dogs (Age 8+)
🐾 Owner & Dog Theme Costume

Bring your best Halloween look and join us for some fun before the races! 🐶👻🏇

10/12/2026

🌮 New on Aiken’s Southside! 🎉

Say hello to Totopos, a new Mexican restaurant bringing authentic flavors and a festive atmosphere to Aiken!

Located at 510 Silver Bluff Road, Totopos serves up fresh, made-from-scratch Mexican dishes, including handmade tortillas, house-made chorizo, flavorful mole and spicy salsas. With colorful décor and a lively atmosphere, every visit feels like a fiesta!

📍 510 Silver Bluff Road, Aiken, SC

Come hungry and give Aiken’s newest Mexican restaurant a try!

10/11/2026

🌿🦋 THIS SUNDAY: NATURE ROCKS! 🦋🌿

The wait is almost over! ⏰🎉 In just 4 DAYS, Hopelands Gardens will come alive for the 4th Annual Nature Rocks! 🌳🐝🌱

📅 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2026
⏰ 2:00–5:00 PM
📍 HOPELANDS GARDENS
🎟️ FREE COMMUNITY EVENT!

Come spend the afternoon exploring, creating, learning, and having fun with the whole family! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦💚

🌱 Get creative with nature crafts
🔎 Take on a scavenger hunt
🐝 Enjoy interactive demonstrations
📖 Join Mother Goose for Story Time
🎨 Get your face painted
🌳 Take a guided history walk through the gardens
✨ And SO much more!

Whether you’re a nature lover, a curious explorer, or just looking for a fun way to spend your Sunday — Nature Rocks is the place to be! 🌿🦋

💚 Presented by Friends of Hopelands & Rye Patch, Inc. in collaboration with the City of Aiken Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Department.

🌿 THIS SUNDAY. 2–5 PM. HOPELANDS GARDENS. FREE FUN FOR EVERYONE! 🌿

👉 Tag your family and friends and make plans to join us! We’ll see you Sunday! 🐝🌳🦋

10/10/2026

10/09/2026

🎄✨ A Wonderland of Handmade Gifts Awaits! ✨🎄

The 56th Annual Christmas Craft Show is coming to the Odell Weeks Activities Center! Make this Aiken holiday tradition your first stop for one-of-a-kind gifts and festive finds. 🎁

📅 Friday, December 4 & Saturday, December 5
⏰ 9 AM–5 PM
📍 Odell Weeks Activities Center | 1700 Wh***ey Road, Aiken
🎟️ FREE Admission

Shop talented crafters from across the Southeast and discover an incredible variety of handmade treasures, including:
🎨 Paintings & artwork
💍 Jewelry
🎄 Holiday ornaments & décor
🏺 Pottery & ceramics
🧵 Needlepoint creations
👗 Clothing & accessories
🪵 Wood furniture & décor
🚪 Door hangers
🎁 And so much more!

And don't forget the treats! Local food vendors will be on-site with delicious goodies to enjoy while you shop. 😋

🌟 SATURDAY ONLY: Be sure to visit our Young Entrepreneurs, featuring talented local youth showcasing their creativity and unique products. Come support the next generation of makers and small business owners!

Whether you're searching for the perfect gift, something special for your home, or a little treat for yourself, you're sure to find something at the Christmas Craft Show. ❤️

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10/07/2026

🌳✨Walk our trails in Aiken, SC! Explore Hitchcock Woods, one of the nation’s largest urban forests with more than 70 miles of scenic trails. Stroll through the formal beauty of Hopelands Gardens, or wander Aiken’s historic 176 boulevard parkways, designed in the 1830s.

10/06/2026

An autumn evening at THE WILLCOX, served one course at a time. 🍷🍂

On Wednesday, October 21, settle in for Autumn in Five Courses, an evening featuring five thoughtfully prepared courses paired with carefully selected wines. From chestnut and fennel velouté to grilled octopus, Berkshire pork tenderloin and pumpkin maple cheesecake, the menu celebrates the flavors of the season from start to finish.

Make it a memorable fall evening in Aiken!

📅 Wednesday, October 21
📍 The Willcox
💲 $150 per person, excluding tax and gratuity

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10/05/2026

🎤 A special voice is coming to the Aiken Fall Steeplechase!

South Carolina singer Chloe Lauren will perform the National Anthem at the 2026 Aiken Fall Steeplechase on Saturday, October 31.

A pop and soul singer from Warrenville, SC, Chloe captured national attention on Season 24 of American Idol, where her powerful voice and heartfelt performances took her to the Top 30.

Now, she’s bringing that talent home to Aiken for one of the community’s favorite fall traditions. Join us for an exciting day of racing, tradition and Southern hospitality—and hear Chloe Lauren kick off the festivities with the National Anthem.

🏇 Saturday, October 31, 2026
📍 Aiken Steeplechase Racecourse

Make plans to experience fall in Aiken and enjoy a day at the races!