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.

🎃👻 GET EXCITED! TRUNK-OR-TREAT IS COMING TO CITIZENS PARK! 👻🎃Get ready for an afternoon of candy, carnival games, music,...
08/27/2026

🎃👻 GET EXCITED! TRUNK-OR-TREAT IS COMING TO CITIZENS PARK! 👻🎃

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

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

Help make the event special:

We are still accepting Trunkers https://bit.ly/COATOT

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.

Mark your calendars and start planning those costumes! 👻🎃

📅 Happening This Weekend🌳🎉August 28–30, 2026There's something for everyone with the City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & To...
08/27/2026

📅 Happening This Weekend🌳🎉
August 28–30, 2026

There's something for everyone with the City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department! Check out what's coming up this weekend 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 weekend!

☀️🍉 So Long, Summer! 🍑🌻Summer may be winding down, but there’s still plenty of goodness to find at the Aiken County Farm...
08/27/2026

☀️🍉 So Long, Summer! 🍑🌻

Summer may be winding down, but there’s still plenty of goodness to find at the Aiken County Farmers Market! Come enjoy the last tastes of summer with fresh fruits and vegetables, local meats, farm-fresh eggs, baked goods, flowers, and handmade goodies from our local vendors.

Make the most of these last summer mornings—grab your market bag, bring a friend, and come see what’s fresh!

📅 Saturday | 7:30–11:30 a.m.
📍 Aiken County Farmers Market

08/27/2026

🎄✨APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APPROACHING! ✨🎄

The magic of the holiday season is just around the corner, and applications are SOON CLOSING for the 56th Annual Christmas Craft Show! 🎅🎁

Whether you’re a talented crafter, artist, or maker, this is your chance to be part of one of Aiken’s favorite holiday traditions!

🎨 Showcase your work
🎁 Share your creations
🎄 Be part of the Christmas magic

Don’t miss your chance to join us for this festive Aiken tradition! ❤️💚

🗓 Deadline to apply: August 31
📌 Late fees apply from August 31 – September 6
🚫 No applications accepted after September 6
❗Download your application here: https://coa.page/wb4v

Apply today and join the holiday fun!

For more information, please refer to the application packet or call 803-642-7600, press 3

🍂 REGISTER for Fall Day Camp! Spaces are Limited!Join us at Odell Weeks Activities Center for two weeks of games, crafts...
08/27/2026

🍂 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

🍂 ONE WEEK TO GO! 🍂The wait is almost over… Fresh After 5 returns NEXT TUESDAY, September 1st! 🎉Join us at the Aiken Cou...
08/26/2026

🍂 ONE WEEK TO GO! 🍂

The wait is almost over… Fresh After 5 returns NEXT TUESDAY, September 1st! 🎉

Join us at the Aiken County Farmers Market for the return of our fall season! Come shop local vendors, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy a relaxing Tuesday evening with friends and family.

🗓️ September 1st
🕔 5:00–7:30 p.m.
📍 Aiken County Farmers Market

🏇 Did You Know?Each year, the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum recognizes an outstanding racehorse with...
08/26/2026

🏇 Did You Know?

Each year, the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum recognizes an outstanding racehorse with the Aiken Trained Horse of the Year Award.

Established in 2002, this prestigious honor celebrates Thoroughbreds that trained in Aiken County and achieved an exceptional racing season. To be eligible, a horse must have trained in Aiken County and either:
🏆 Won at least one graded stakes race during the year, or
💰 Surpassed $500,000 in career earnings.

The winner is selected and approved by the Hall of Fame Advisory Board, recognizing the excellence, dedication, and rich equestrian tradition that make Aiken a world-renowned horse community.

From the training track to the winner's circle, Aiken continues to shape champions. 🐎

📅SAVE THE DATE! The Center for African American History, Art & Culture and the Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living Communit...
08/26/2026

📅SAVE THE DATE!

The Center for African American History, Art & Culture and the Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living Community are partnering to present Devine Creations by Curtis, an abstract art exhibition curated by Silver Bluff Grove's Resident Artist, Mr. Curtis.

Representatives from the Lessie B. Price Aiken Senior & Youth Center will also be there to educate seniors about current and future programs. Silver Bluff Grove will provide a free dinner to guests.

Please come out and support our local seniors!

Location: 120 York St. NE, Aiken, SC 29801
Date: September 9, 2026
Time: 6 pm- 8 pm
Admission: FREE

Looking for a peaceful way to stay active? 🌿Join us this morning for a FREE traditional yoga session at Hopelands Garden...
08/26/2026

Looking for a peaceful way to stay active? 🌿
Join us this morning for a FREE traditional yoga session at Hopelands Gardens—open to all ability levels.

🗓 Today (Every 4th Wednesday Through October)
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Amphitheater across from the Hopelands Gardens stage

No registration needed—just show up and stretch it out with us!

🍂🎶 ANNOUNCING: THE INAUGRUAL FALL CONCERT SERIES! 🎶🍂We are excited to announce a brand-new Fall Concert Series at the Ro...
08/25/2026

🍂🎶 ANNOUNCING: THE INAUGRUAL FALL CONCERT SERIES! 🎶🍂

We are excited to announce a brand-new Fall Concert Series at the Roland H. Windham Performing Arts Stage at Hopelands Gardens! 🌳🎵

Join us for four evenings of live music under the beautiful trees of Hopelands Gardens.

📅 September 21 – Keith Clark Band
📅 September 28 – Brooke Lundy & John Vaughn
📅 October 5 – The Dusty Angels
📅 October 12 – Lost Dog
🕘 Concerts begin at 6:30 PM!

🧺 Picnics are welcome!
🚫 Alcohol is prohibited.

📍 Hopelands Gardens
780 Whiskey Road, Aiken, SC
🚗 Event parking is at Green Boundary
♿ Handicap parking is available at Hopelands & Rye Patch

For more information, call (803) 642-7600 and press 3 or visit hopelandsconcertseries.com.

🍁 Bring your blanket, bring your friends, and enjoy an evening of live music in the gardens!

Address

1072 Banks Mill Road
Aiken, SC
29801

Telephone

(803)6427600

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