Visit Lake City, SC

09/04/2026

🤠 YEEHAW, IT’S GIVEAWAY TIME! 🍻

Ready to round up your crew for MFBG Beer Fest 2026: Western Theme? We’re giving one lucky winner 2 FREE TICKETS to the wildest beer fest in the P*e Dee! 🎟️🍺

HOW TO ENTER:

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2️⃣ SHARE this post to your story 📲
3️⃣ TAG 3 friends you’re bringing along 🤠

That’s it! Saddle up and get ready for an afternoon of live music, great food, local vendors, beer tastings, games & MORE at Moore Farms Botanical Garden! 🌵🍻

📅 Saturday, September 12 | 1–5 PM
📍 Moore Farms Botanical Garden

🏆 Winner announced Tuesday, September 8!

🔴 Must be 21+ to enter and win.

Good luck, cowboys & cowgirls! 🤠🌵🍻

Learn more about Beer Fest at https://www.visitlakecitysc.com/festivals-events/mfbg-beer-fest-2026.

08/31/2026

🚨 NEW IN DOWNTOWN LAKE CITY! 🚨

The wait is over! 🎉 Holt Grill & Co. opens TODAY! 🍔🍽️

Starting at 11AM, you can stop by and check out one of the newest additions to Lake City’s downtown dining scene.

📍 118 E. Main Street
🕚 Open today from 11AM–9PM

So grab your lunch crew, make plans for dinner, or simply come show some love to a brand-new local business! ❤️

Welcome to downtown, Holt Grill & Co.! We’re excited to have you here! 👏

Tomorrow is the day. ❤️

Holt Grill & Co. officially opens its doors tomorrow, August 31!

There are so many emotions wrapped up in this moment: excitement, nerves, gratitude, and a whole lot of pride. What started as an idea has become something we’ve poured countless hours, late nights, and so much heart into, and we cannot believe it’s finally time to welcome you inside.

We are incredibly grateful for every person who has encouraged us, supported our businesses, shared our posts, asked when we were opening, and cheered us on along the way. We truly could not have made it to this moment without the support of our community.

Holt Grill & Co. was created to be a place where you can gather around the table with family and friends, enjoy a good meal, and feel right at home.

Tomorrow, we finally get to serve you. We can’t wait. ❤️

📍 118 E. Main St. Lake City, SC 29560
🗓️ Grand Opening: August 31
⏰ 11am-9pm

08/28/2026

THIS WEEKEND IN LAKE CITY!

The end of August brings a great lineup of art, music and good times in downtown Lake City! Whether you're catching a final look at summer exhibitions or settling in for some live music, there's plenty to enjoy. 👇

📅 FRIDAY, AUGUST 28
🎨 Artist Reception: Frances Gootman | 5–8PM
📍 Acline Studios | 132 N. Acline St.
Meet the artist and enjoy an evening celebrating her work!

🖼️ ArtFields Summer Exhibitions: One More Look | 5–8PM
📍 Jones-Carter Gallery & TRAX Visual Art Center
Celebrate these summer exhibitions before they close!

🎤 Karaoke Friday Plus One w/DJTHATSMYDJ | 6PM
📍 The Culinary Commons | 225 Kelley St.
Grab your friends and get ready to sing!

📅 SATURDAY, AUGUST 29
🔥 LAST CHANCE: "Burn Bright" by Dennis McNett | 11AM–5PM (pictured)
📍 TRAX Visual Art Center | 122 Sauls St.

✨ LAST CHANCE: "Intrinsic Duality" by Lauren Alyssa Howard | 11AM–5PM
📍 Jones-Carter Gallery | 105 Henry St.

🎶 Live Music: Dark Dama Band | 8PM
📍 Jarrito's Family Mexican Restaurant | 114 W. Main St.

Don't miss your LAST CHANCE to experience two incredible summer exhibitions before they close! Spend the day exploring Lake City's galleries, grab a bite, enjoy some music and make a weekend of it. ❤️

PLAY. DINE. SHOP. STAY.
📍 Lake City, SC

08/21/2026

☀️ This Weekend in Lake City! 🎨🌿🧺

Looking for a reason to get out and explore Lake City this weekend? We’ve got art, gardening, and local shopping on the calendar!

🎨 Community Studio Hours: Frances Gootman
📅 August 19–27 | 🕚 11 AM–5 PM
📍 Acline Studios | 132 N. Acline St.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at ArtFields Artist-in-Residence Frances Gootman’s creative process during her community studio hours!

🌱 Lawn Care Basics: Growing Better Turf
📅 Friday, August 21 | 🕐 1–3:30 PM
📍 Moore Farms Botanical Garden | 100 New Zion Rd.
Learn how to grow healthier, better-looking turf with practical lawn care tips from the experts at Moore Farms.

🧺 Lake City Farmers Market
📅 Friday, August 21 | 🕒 3–7 PM
📍 The Culinary Commons | 225 Kelley St.
Shop local and stock up on fresh finds, handmade goods, and more!

✨ Make a day of it—explore downtown, shop local, grab a bite, and enjoy all the small-town charm Lake City has to offer!

08/20/2026

🐝 Get in the know with The Hive! 🐝

Want to know what’s happening in Lake City? The Hive is your weekly buzz on the latest events, activities, and things to do around town! 🎨🎶🛍️🍴

From live music and art to festivals, workshops, family fun, and more, we’ll help you stay up-to-date so you never miss what’s happening in Lake City, SC.

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08/18/2026

"Lake City: The Southeast’s Hidden Art Capital – Tucked in South Carolina’s P*e Dee region, Lake City blends small-town charm with bold artistic energy. From stunning murals and vibrant festivals to tranquil gardens and local eats, this hidden gem offers something for every traveler, no matter the season."

South Carolina's many art galleries and museums tell the story of an intriguing past and a flourishing cultural present.

08/13/2026

☀️🎶 This Weekend in Lake City! 🎶☀️

The weekend may be short on events, but it’s definitely not short on ways to have a good time! Gather your friends, grab a bite, and head downtown for live music and a little karaoke fun. 💚

📅 THURSDAY, AUGUST 13
🎸 Live Music: Sean Smith
📍 Lake City Bistro

📅 FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
🎤 Karaoke with DJTHATSMYDJ
🕕 6 PM
📍 The Culinary Commons
Take the mic, sing your favorite song, and kick off the weekend with some fun!

🎶 Live Music: Soul Candy
📍 Lake City Bistro
Enjoy dinner, drinks, and live music to round out your Friday night.

✨ Make a night of it in Lake City! Shop local, dine local, enjoy live entertainment, and soak up some small-town summer vibes.

PLAY. DINE. SHOP. STAY. 💚

08/12/2026