Events in Columbia, SC: Don’t Miss a Thing
Looking for the best kid-friendly Columbia, SC events? You’re in the right place. The Kidding Around Columbia Events Page is your go-to guide for family-friendly events in Columbia, SC, including events this weekend and upcoming favorites.
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Wednesday, October 28
Fellowship Baptist Church Lexington is hosting a FREE Community Trunk or Treat on October 28 from 6:00–7:30 p.m. Come out for lots of candy and games — all are welcome!
🎟️ Cost: Free.
📍 Location: Fellowship Baptist Church, 4238 Augusta Rd, Lexington, SC 29073
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Bring the whole family for an evening of food, fun, fellowship, and plenty of candy. There is something for children and families of all ages to enjoy!
📍 Location: Red Bank Baptist Church, 1357 S. Lake Drive, Lexington, SC
Airport High School Student Council hosts a free community Trick or Treat Lane with trick-or-treating, games, and family fun!
🎟️ Cost: Free
📍 Location: Airport High School, 1315 Boston Avenue, West Columbia, SC 29170
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Thursday, October 29
Celebrate spooky season in your kookiest or creepiest costume with treats, games and Halloween fun. (families with children).
📍 Location: Gaston Branch Library, 214 S Main St, Gaston, SC 29053
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🧒 Ages: Families with children
Celebrate Bat Week by learning about these magnificent creatures and why they’re so important, with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources.
Their annual Halloween celebration is sure to bring out all the ghouls and boys. Wear your costume, trick-or-treat and explore their spooky stacks. (families with children).
📍 Location: Cayce-West Columbia Branch, 1500 Augusta Road, Cayce, SC 29169
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🧒 Ages: Families with children
Bring the whole family in costume for a not-so-scary carnival of fun: games galore, video games, snow cones, Fall BINGO, design-your-own boo cookies, trinket trading, and more. A limited number of headphones are available to check out.
Categories include: Funniest, Scariest, Cutest, Hero, Princess, Original, Villain, Homemade, Movie/Book Character. Contest open to ages 10 and under.
Join Lexington Baptist Church for their beloved fall favorite! Enjoy trunk-or-treat, a live DJ, inflatables, rides, food trucks, and more. Bring the whole family and dress the kids in their favorite costumes. Admission and attractions are free; food available for purchase.
🎟️ Cost: Free admission (food available for purchase)
📍 Location: Lexington Baptist Church (LBC), 308 East Main Street, Lexington, SC
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Providence Lutheran Church’s preschool invites the community to their Annual Trunk or Treat! This event is open to the public — everyone is welcome to join in for fun, games, and lots of candy.
Lexington Church of God hosts their annual Treat N Tell — a fall experience that goes way beyond a typical trunk or treat! Enjoy bouncy houses, games, hay rides, food and cotton candy, a HUGE whale you have to see to believe, an ark with real animals, and live Bible story experiences where families can walk through and watch stories from scripture come to life. There’s something for everyone at Treat N Tell!
Friday, October 30
Embrace the history and culture of Día de los Muertos. Decorate your own sugar skull, taste traditional ofrenda foods and learn about the holiday.
★ Featured🎃 EdVenture’s Halloween Hoopla
Dress up. Dream big. Discover more!
Get ready for a Halloween EdVenture you don’t want to miss! Step into a night of make-believe, discovery, and after-hours fun at EdVenture’s annual Halloween Hoopla.
Kids can come dressed as their favorite characters, heroes, or dreamers—whether they’re pretending to be a firefighter, doctor, scientist, chef, farmer, pilot, or anything in between—and explore the museum in a whole new way.
Throughout the evening, families can enjoy hands-on crafts and activities, festive games, creative play, and interactive experiences throughout the museum. Stop by community partner activity stations to play and explore while collecting stickers for your event map. Then, once you’ve visited all your stops, bring your completed map to the Treat Station for a sweet stash of Halloween candy to take home!
With exclusive after-hours access to the museum, costumes, creativity, hands-on fun, and plenty of treats, Halloween Hoopla is the ultimate Halloween celebration for the whole family!
🎃 Costumes • 🍬 Candy • 🎨 Crafts • ✨ Activities • 🦖 Exclusive Museum Fun!
Friday, October 30, 2026
5:30–7:30 p.m.
Space is limited, so grab your tickets and get ready for a Halloween night full of curiosity, creativity, and fun!
Tickets: Members $5 / Non-Members $20
A big Thank You to our event sponsors
Presenting Sponsor – Publix
Treat Station Experience Sponsor – Prisma Health
Candy and treats available while supplies last.
We encourage kid-friendly costumes for children only. Masks are not permitted.
The Town of Irmo invites families to BOOGRASS in the Park — a Halloween Eve bluegrass concert at Prisma Health Amphitheater in Moore Park. Grab your lawn chairs and blankets for a night of live music under the stars with Willie Wells and the Blue Ridge Mountain Grass with Mitchell Lee. A trunk-or-treat starts at 6 p.m., and music kicks off at 7 p.m., with food and beverage vendors on site. Admission is free and open to the public. Costumes are welcome!
🎟️ Cost: Free.
📍 Location: Prisma Health Amphitheater in Moore Park, 7473 Church St., Irmo, SC 29063
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Lexington Church of God hosts their annual Treat N Tell — a fall experience that goes way beyond a typical trunk or treat! Enjoy bouncy houses, games, hay rides, food and cotton candy, a HUGE whale you have to see to believe, an ark with real animals, and live Bible story experiences where families can walk through and watch stories from scripture come to life. There’s something for everyone at Treat N Tell!
Burn Boot Camp Lexington’s annual Trunk or Treat is open to the community! Family fun, candy, and costumes, plus a trunk contest (Kid’s Choice, Most Spooktacular, and Most Creative).
📍 Location: Burn Boot Camp Lexington, 217 Saluda Springs Rd, Suite C, Lexington, SC
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Saturday, October 31
Come enjoy Soda City, a weekly farmers market that is open rain or shine! The Soda City Market features over 150 vendors each week, with items including produce, maker’s goods, food, and so much more!
Open every Saturday from 9 am – 1 pm
*Note: some holidays may interfere with market hours. Check the Soda City Farmers Market Facebook for updates.
Check out our extensive list of Farmer’s Markets Near Columbia, SC for more weekend shopping throughout the year!
Gather round the “campfire” to enjoy s’mores, songs and your favorite scary or not-so-scary stories. (families with children)
On Halloween evening, guests are promised an unforgettable evening filled with costumes, candy, mystery, and books. Solve the case using evidence at the crime scene, alongside guests and staff dressed as witches, ghosts, and superheroes.
📍 Location: Richland Library Eastover, 608 Main Street, Eastover, SC 29044
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Lexington Church of God hosts their annual Treat N Tell — a fall experience that goes way beyond a typical trunk or treat! Enjoy bouncy houses, games, hay rides, food and cotton candy, a HUGE whale you have to see to believe, an ark with real animals, and live Bible story experiences where families can walk through and watch stories from scripture come to life. There’s something for everyone at Treat N Tell!
Sunday, November 1
On the first Sunday of every month, guests can enjoy general admission for just $1.
🔗Link to the SC State Museum website
Tickets for blockbuster exhibits, the planetarium, and the 4D theater are available for an additional cost.
SC State Museum
Saturday, November 7
On November 7, 2026, AND November 8, 2026, The South Carolina State Farmers Market in conjunction with The Midlands Crafters Association will host a FREE family event for the community. This event will host over 150 vendors, crafters, and local businesses from all over the Midlands. This event is always FREE Admission, FREE Parking and Pet Friendly; everyone is welcome.
Event Hours:
Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 9AM until 4PM
Sunday, November 8, 2026, from 12PM until 4PM
FREE ADMISSION! FREE PARKING! PET FRIENDLY!
Where: South Carolina State Farmers Market – 3483 Charleston Highway (South Farmers Shed)
Head to ANY Home Depot on the first Saturday of each month for a free, in-person kids workshop. All supplies are provided, but may run out.
Registration not required, but highly encouraged!
🔗Click HERE for more detailed information about Home Depot Kids Workshops, plus which themed kit you’ll build each month!
Come enjoy Soda City, a weekly farmers market that is open rain or shine! The Soda City Market features over 150 vendors each week, with items including produce, maker’s goods, food, and so much more!
Open every Saturday from 9 am – 1 pm
*Note: some holidays may interfere with market hours. Check the Soda City Farmers Market Facebook for updates.
Check out our extensive list of Farmer’s Markets Near Columbia, SC for more weekend shopping throughout the year!
Saturday, November 14
The South Carolina State Museum invites individuals, families, and groups to Accessibility Mornings (the second Saturday of each month)—a free, sensory-friendly museum experience designed for guests who are neurodiverse or have other disabilities. The morning offers a calmer environment with optional activities, open gallery exploration, accessibility supports including ASL interpretation, sensory-friendly shows, and a dedicated sensory room. Activities are free, with limited space for shows, and guests are welcome to explore at their own pace.
👉Click here to learn more information and register
2026 Characters
- January 10, 2026: The Pigeon from The Pigeon Books
- February 14, 2026: The Red Crayon from The Crayon Books
- March 14, 2026: Disability Celebration Day!
- April 11, 2026: Cookie Mouse from “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie”
- May 9, 2026: Pete the Cat
- June 13, 2026: Rainbow Fish
- July 11, 2026: Penelope the Dinosaur
- August 8, 2026: Elephant and Piggy
- September 12, 2026: Taco Dragon from “Dragons Love Tacos”
- October 10, 2026: Jasper Rabbit
- November 14, 2026: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
- December 12, 2026: Clifford the Big Red Dog
About the Kidding Around Columbia calendar
✨Our Calendar Includes:
- Events for all ages
- Weekend events in Columbia, SC
- Family-friendly festivals
- Theatre shows and performances
- Seasonal and holiday events
We do our best to keep details accurate, but always check the event’s website for current pricing, times, and weather-related updates. Details may change!