Local Events: July/August
FEATURED EVENT
THURSDAY, JULY 4
64th Lexington County Peach Festival
Gilbert Community Park, 110 Rikard Circle, Gilbert, 9am-11pm
This free family-friendly festival is an event for all ages! Patriotic festivities will celebrate the community, Independence Day, and the “Queen” of all fruits, the peach! Enjoy live entertainment, fresh peach treats, arts and crafts, a parade and car show, fireworks, beauty pageants, and so much more!
SUNDAY, JULY 7
Purple Martin Cruise
The Spirit of Lake Murray, 1005 Carl Shealy Rd., Irmo, 7pm-9:30pm
Don’t miss this 2-1/2 hour relaxing cruise and the phenomenal blanketing of the sky as thousands of swallows return to Bomb Island to roost. Full menu for purchase while onboard; cruise tickets are $59 for adults and $50 for children under 10. SpiritofLakeMurray.com
MONDAY, JULY 8
Australian Wine Dinner
Chophouse of Chapin, 105 A Ellett Rd., Ste. 104, Chapin, 6pm
This elegant event will feature 5 wines and a 5-course meal, including shrimp, leg of lamb, and kangaroo. Tickets are $150 each and will sell out fast! ChophouseofChapin.com
THURSDAY, JULY 11 
Zoso The Ultimate Led Zepplin Experience
Icehouse Amphitheater, 107 W. Main St., Lexington, 7pm-10pm
With over 4500 performances since ZOSO came together as a premier Led Zepplin tribute band, this is a live performance for all ages that you don’t want to miss! EventBrite.com
SATURDAY, JULY 13 
Strength Haven Foundation’s First Annual Car Show
White Knoll High School, 5643 Platt Springs Rd., Lexington, 1pm
Bring the family to this landmark event filled with food, trucks, cars, motorcycles, jeeps and other classics to raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention.
SATURDAY, JULY 13, SATURDAY, AUGUST 10
Coffee with a Cop at the Market
Icehouse Amphitheater, 107 W. Main St., Lexington, 9am-1pm
Take a few minutes to greet local officers, enjoy a cup of coffee and talk about what’s happening in your community.
SATURDAY, JULY 13-SUNDAY, JULY 14
Christmas in July Shopping Extravaganza
Columbia Metro Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln St., Columbia, 10am
Beat the heat and browse over 100 vendors and interactive booths during this INDOOR event! The first 100 customers receive goodie bags! $5 admission, children 12 and under are free; free parking.
SUNDAY, JULY 14
Gibson Pond Micro RC Crawler Competition
Gibson Pond Park, 241 Gibson Rd., Lexington, 8am
Drivers are allowed 2 RC rigs total ($15 entry fee per rig) in this fun event hosted by the Midlands Micros Group! Stay after the competition for a 1/10th scale crawl.
MONDAY, JULY 15-THURSDAY, JULY 18
Afternoon Summer Camp-The Sports Series
AR Workshop, 602 E. Main St., Suite F, Lexington, 1:30pm-4pm
Young artists ages 7-14 can combine their love for sports with the exciting world of mixed-media craft projects. Registration closes July 11.
MONDAY, JULY 15-THURSDAY, JULY 18 
Circus Adventure Week 2024
Decided Church, 2101 Kennerly Rd., Irmo, 6pm-8pm
This is a fun, interactive, educational experience for kids ages K-3 through 5th grade and their families! Pre-register your kids online today!
TUESDAY, JULY 16
Historically Speaking Presentation
Lexington County Museum, 5440 Augusta Rd., Lexington, 6:30pm
Grab the kids and spend some time learning about Lexington County with this free, intriguing monthly series.
SATURDAY, JULY 27
31st Annual Lexington Community Fun Day
131 Duffie Drive, Lexington, 3pm-8pm
Enjoy live music and entertainment, employment opportunities, food, games and activities, and free back-to-school items while they last. In the case of rain, this event will be held August 3.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 2
Sell Out Live Performance
Rusty Anchor/Catfish 
Johnny’s Lake Murray, 1925 Johnson Marina Rd., Chapin, 7pm
Indulge in delicious food and cocktails as you enjoy live, dockside entertainment from the Sell Out band!
SUNDAY, AUGUST 4
First Sunday S.C. State Museum $1 Admission
S.C. State Museum, 301 Gervais Street, Columbia, 12pm-5pm
General admission is $1 on the first Sunday of each month!
TUESDAY, AUGUST 6
National Night Out with the Lexington Police Department
Icehouse Amphitheater, 107 W. Main St., Lexington, 5pm-8pm
Connect with local law enforcement and first responders to discuss crime prevention and enjoy free laser tag, face painting, inflatables, food, and live music. Get your tickets now! LexingtonSC.org
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16
REV ON The Foreigner Experience 
Icehouse Amphitheater, 107 W. Main St., Lexington, 6pm
This show will have you singing along with every word of Foreigner’s classic hits! Tickets are $20 and will sell out fast!
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30
Taylor Nation Performance
Icehouse Amphitheater, 107 Main St., Lexington, 6pm
Prepare to embark on a thrilling musical odyssey that spans the entire spectrum of Taylor Swift’s illustrious career and momentous musical evolution; tickets are $26.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 31-MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
“New Frontiers” Chapin Labor Day Festival and Parade 
It’s time for the largest Labor Day celebration in South Carolina with over 100 vendors, food trucks, live music, dozens of floats, and western-themed activities hosted by the Town of Chapin through Monday morning. Register now as a sponsor, vendor, volunteer, or parade participant. ChapinSC.com