Are you ready for fall festivals in Columbia, SC?
State fairs, farm days, Halloween celebrations, and pumpkin spice everything added to a backdrop of color-changing leaves make the season so special. These events are a wonderful way to mingle with the community while making memories with your family. Check out our list of fall festivals near Columbia that celebrate all the wonderful things the season has to offer!
Information about individual events is subject to change. Please check the festival’s website or social media page for updates regarding ticket pricing, rescheduling due to weather, changes to scheduled events, and more.
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Fall Festivals In and Near Columbia, SC
Fall Arts and Crafts Market
September 13th – 14th, 2025 from 9 am to 4 pm on Saturday and 12 pm to 4 pm on Sunday
State Farmers Market, 3483 Charleston Highway, Columbia SC
Features art, food trucks, woodworking, lawn & garden, clothing boutiques, crafts, and so much more
Free parking and admission
Jubilee: Festival of Black History and Culture
September 20th, 2025 from 11 am to 6 pm hosted by Historic Columbia!
Come join a spectacular day filled with music, art, dance, and captivating stories, all set against the backdrop of the Mann-Simons Site. Jubilee is a celebration everyone can enjoy and features live music and entertainment, artist demonstrations, and marketplace vendors selling a variety of wares, products, and art. Come hungry, because there will also be vendors selling food. The Kids Zone will be available with educational and family-friendly activities.
Irmo Okra Strutt
September 26th and 27th, 2025
Irmo Community Park, 7507 Eastview Dr. Irmo, South Carolina 29063.
Live music, Saturday morning parade, crafts, art, amusement rides, and lots of food!
Free admission
Cayce Fall Fest
Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Granby Gardens Park, 1800 12th Street, Cayce SC
Featuring live music, food, drinks, a children’s area, and more.
Free admission
South Carolina State Fair
October 8th – October 19th, 2025
1200 Rosewood Drive, Columbia, SC 29201
Major attractions, carnival rides, food, entertainment, animals, crafts, art, stage shows, and much more!
Ticket sales begin September 9th online – Early bird ticket pricing is $10; Prices during the fair are $20 for ages 6 – 54 and $15 for 55+.
Here’s everything you need to know about the SC State Fair from a local mom.
Oktoberfest Columbia
October 11th – October 12th, 2025, from 11 am to 10 pm on October 11th and from 12 pm to 6 pm on October 12th
Incarnation Lutheran Church, 3005 Devine Street, Columbia
Celebration of German culture with authentic food, drinks, dancing, and more.
There will be a kid’s area with face painting, balloon art, a playground, and activities.
Free admission
Fall Fido Festival 2025
October 12th, 2025 from 1 pm to 4 pm
Melvin Park, 370-A Eptings Camp Road, Chapin SC
Grab your furry friends and have some family fun with games, vendors, food trucks, adoptions, raffles, and much more
Early bird special -$5, however pets and children under 12 are free; Price increases to $10 starting July 1st. Last minute tickets are $15 and run from September 29th – October 12th @ 8 am. Day-of tickets will be available at the event.
Boo at the Zoo
October 17th – October 30th , 2025
500 Wildlife Parkway, Columbia, SC
Trick or Treat through the Riverbank Zoo!
See our Mom Review of Boo at the Zoo
Hidden Creek Stables – Fall Festival
October 18th, 2025 – 11 am to 4 pm
Hidden Creek Stables, 1122 Rawl Road, Lexington, SC
Inflatables, food, hay rides, and more.
$5 per car
Fall Festival
October 18th, 2025 11 am to 3 pm
2520 Augusta Highway, Lexington, SC
A great event complete with crafts/vendors. Fun for the whole family!
Fall Jam – Big Red Barn Retreat 2025
November 8th, 2025 doors open at 6 pm
1703 Taylor St, Columbia, SC
Fun fall concert with country music singer Rodney Atkins
Tickets on sale now, prices vary
Do you have a favorite fall festival in Columbia, SC that you just can not miss? Let us know in the comments!
You’ve been reading our list of don’t miss fall festivals in Columbia, SC, but there’s lots more where that came from! ⬇️