City of Aiken, South Carolina Parks, Recreation and Tourism

City of Aiken, South Carolina Parks, Recreation and Tourism Welcome to the official City of Aiken Parks, Recreation and Tourism page. Vision: Experience a community connected through people, parks and programs.

Mission: To enhance the lives of our residents and guests by providing meaningful parks, recreation, and tourism opportunities.

🎶🍂 TWO WEEKS AWAY! 🍂🎶Get ready to experience Hopelands Gardens in a whole new season! 🌿🎵The Inaugural Fall Hopelands Con...
09/07/2026

🎶🍂 TWO WEEKS AWAY! 🍂🎶

Get ready to experience Hopelands Gardens in a whole new season! 🌿🎵

The Inaugural Fall Hopelands Concert Series begins Monday, September 21 at 6:30 PM on the Roland H. Windham Performing Arts Stage!

We're kicking off this brand-new fall tradition with the Keith Clark Band, bringing an energetic mix of classic rock, country, pop, alternative, and party favorites. 🎸🤠

And that's just the beginning! Join us for four FREE evenings of live music:

📅 September 21 — Keith Clark Band
📅 September 28 — Brooke Lundy & John Vaughn
📅 October 5 — The Dusty Angels
📅 October 12 — Lost Dog

📍 Hopelands Gardens
⏰ All concerts begin at 6:30 PM
🎟️ FREE & open to the public!

Bring your lawn chair or blanket, pack a picnic, and settle in for an evening of live music surrounded by the beauty of Hopelands Gardens. 🌳🧺

🚫 Please note: Alcohol is strictly prohibited.

🚗 Event parking is available at the Green Boundary Club, 780 Wh***ey Road. Handicap parking is available at Hopelands Gardens and Rye Patch.

Mark your calendars, invite your friends and family, and get ready for a new fall tradition in Aiken!

🎶 We'll see you in two weeks!

🌿 4Ls Series: Living • Loving • Lifelong • Learning 🌿Ready to learn, connect, and enjoy something new? Join us for the 4...
09/07/2026

🌿 4Ls Series: Living • Loving • Lifelong • Learning 🌿

Ready to learn, connect, and enjoy something new? Join us for the 4Ls Series, designed for adults 50+ with engaging topics, meaningful connections, lunch, and a little fun along the way! 💚

📅 First Session: September 15, 2026
🩺 Diabetes: Care Without Stress or Confusion
🕚 11 AM–1 PM
📍 Lessie B. Price Aiken Senior & Youth Center
841 Edgefield Ave. NW

💰 $5 per session
🍽️ Lunch provided
🎁 Door prizes!
👥 Ages 50+

Registration is required!

Register online at coa.page/pfaa or scan the QR code. You can also register in person at:
• Lessie B. Price Aiken Senior & Youth Center
• Smith-Hazel Recreation Center
• Odell Weeks Activities Center

📞 Questions? Call (803) 642-7600, press 3.

Come learn something new, meet new people, and make the most of every stage of life! 🌟

⏱️ ONE WEEK LEFT TO REGISTER!!!⏱️🍂🍂Register for Fall Day Camp! Spaces are Limited!🍂🍂Join us at Odell Weeks Activities Ce...
09/07/2026

⏱️ ONE WEEK LEFT TO REGISTER!!!⏱️
🍂🍂Register for Fall Day Camp! Spaces are Limited!🍂🍂

Join us at Odell Weeks Activities Center for two weeks of games, crafts, and nonstop fun for kids in Kindergarten through 5th grade!

Fall Camp is where the fun happens!

🗓️ Session 1: Sept 28–Oct 2
🗓️ Session 2: Oct 5–Oct 9
🕗 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (early drop-off & late pick-up available)
💵 $100/session | Sign up in person or online at coa.page/pfaa

🏀🎉Youth Basketball Registration is ONE MONTH AWAY! 🏀🎉Get ready to hit the court! Youth Basketball registration is Octobe...
09/06/2026

🏀🎉Youth Basketball Registration is ONE MONTH AWAY! 🏀🎉

Get ready to hit the court! Youth Basketball registration is October 6–22, 2026 for boys and girls ages 5–18 as of December 1, 2026.

⛹️ COED & GIRLS LEAGUES AVAILABLE!
💰 Cost: $85
🎓 Scholarships Available

First-Time Participant?
Register in person at Odell Weeks Activities Center, 1700 Wh***ey Rd. Please bring your child’s birth certificate.

Returning Participant?
Scan the QR code to register online!

🏀 Don’t miss your chance to be part of the team! Register October 6–22!

🎃👻 TRUNKERS NEEDED! 👻🎃Help create smiles and make this Halloween special for Aiken's youngest by being a Trunker for Tr...
09/06/2026

🎃👻 TRUNKERS NEEDED! 👻🎃

Help create smiles and make this Halloween special for Aiken's youngest by being a Trunker for Trunk-or-Treat at Citizens Park!

We are still accepting Trunkers https://bit.ly/COATOT
📞 For more information, call (803) 642-7600, press 3.

And everyone get ready for an afternoon of candy, carnival games, music, food and FUN! 🍬🎶🎪🌭

Join the City of Aiken for our annual Trunk-or-Treat!

Other ways to help make the event special:

We are accepting candy donations August 31 – October 14, 2026, at the following locations:
• Odell Weeks Activities Center
• Smith-Hazel Recreation Center
• H. Odell Weeks Tennis Center
• Lessie B. Price Aiken Senior & Youth Center
• Aiken Visitor Center and Train Museum
• The Center for African American History, Art and Culture

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 3–6 PM
📍 Citizens Park 1
1060 Banks Mill Rd.
👧🧒 Ages 12 & Under
🎟️ $1 per person
💵 Cash is preferred for entrance & food purchases

🎃 What’s waiting for you?
🍬 Trunk-or-Treating
🎶 DJ
🎪 Carnival Games
🍔 Food Vendors

🚫🐾 Sorry, NO PETS ALLOWED.

📞 For more information, call (803) 642-7600, press 3.

📅 Happening This Week 🌳🎉September 7-13, 2026There's something for everyone with the City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & To...
09/06/2026

📅 Happening This Week 🌳🎉
September 7-13, 2026

There's something for everyone with the City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department! Check out what's coming up this week and make plans to join the fun.

Whether you're looking to stay active, learn something new, or spend quality time with family and friends, we've got an activity for you.

We can't wait to see you this week!

Get ready to honk, climb, and explore—Touch‑A‑Truck is one week out!🐰🐐NEW this year—a Petting Zoo! 🐐🐰Stop by and meet so...
09/05/2026

Get ready to honk, climb, and explore—Touch‑A‑Truck is one week out!

🐰🐐NEW this year—a Petting Zoo! 🐐🐰
Stop by and meet some adorable new friends!

📅 September 12, 2026
📍 Odell Weeks Activities Center Soccer Field
🚛 Touch-A-Truck | 10 AM–1 PM
🧠 Sensory Hour | 9–10 AM

We would also like to thank our sponsor, Generac! Your support helps keep the engines roaring, the wheels turning, and the community racing toward fun! 🏁⚡

LEVEL UP YOUR PICKLEBALL GAME!JOIN US AT PICKLEBALL BOOTCAMP!Ready to play smarter, move better, and compete with more c...
09/05/2026

LEVEL UP YOUR PICKLEBALL GAME!
JOIN US AT PICKLEBALL BOOTCAMP!

Ready to play smarter, move better, and compete with more confidence? Join certified instructors Shonne Webb-Bey and Jodey Oliveira for Level 3 Court Mastery Pickleball Bootcamp!

Designed for players with a 3.0–3.8 DUPR rating, this high-energy, 4-hour session will focus on smarter shot selection, improved footwork, stronger court positioning, and winning strategies.

October 10 | 9 AM | Odell Weeks Activities Center

💲 $200 per person
👤 Ages 18+

Register at Odell Weeks Activities Center or online at coa.page/pfaa.
📞 803-642-7600, press 3

Join us and level up your game!

🀄 NEVER PLAYED MAHJONG? NOW’S YOUR CHANCE!No experience necessary! Chinese Mahjong is coming to Smith-Hazel, and all ski...
09/05/2026

🀄 NEVER PLAYED MAHJONG? NOW’S YOUR CHANCE!

No experience necessary! Chinese Mahjong is coming to Smith-Hazel, and all skill levels are welcome.

Learn the basics, sharpen your strategy, or simply enjoy an afternoon of friendly games and great company. Whether you’re picking up a Mahjong tile for the first time or you’re an experienced player, there’s a seat at the table for you!

📅 Tuesdays beginning September 15
⏰ 12–3 p.m.
📍 Smith-Hazel Recreation Center
👥 Ages 40+
💲 FREE

Bring your game face and join the fun! 🀄

📞 803-642-7600, press 3
🌐 coa.page/pfaa

🌿 Reminder: Fresh After 5 is back on Tuesday! 🌿Join us Tuesday evening for Fresh After 5 at the Aiken County Farmers Mar...
09/05/2026

🌿 Reminder: Fresh After 5 is back on Tuesday! 🌿

Join us Tuesday evening for Fresh After 5 at the Aiken County Farmers Market! Come shop local, grab some great produce, and enjoy a fun evening with our vendors!

📅 Tuesday | 5–7:30 p.m.
📍 Aiken County Farmers Market

Address

1072 Banks Mill Road
Aiken, SC
29801

Telephone

(803)6427600

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