Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Oct. 17

By Vincent Harris
Posted 10/11/24

FRIDAY, OCT. 18

Resurrection: A Journey Tribute (concert) The Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) brings back classic ’80s rock hits with Resurrection: A Journey Tribute. Expect to …

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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County events for the week of Oct. 17

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FRIDAY, OCT. 18

Resurrection: A Journey Tribute (concert)
The Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) brings back classic ’80s rock hits with Resurrection: A Journey Tribute. Expect to hear iconic tracks like “Anyway You Want It,” “Send Her My Love,” “Open Arms,” “Faithfully” and, of course, “Don’t Stop Believin’.” Showtime is 6 p.m. Tickets are $27. Visit icehouseamphitheater.com for more information.

Chapin Fall Night Out
The Town of Chapin and the Chapin Police Department once again come together for Chapin Fall Night Out. Bring the whole family for food, games, local vendors and a chance to meet the local officers who serve the Chapin community. This event runs from 6 to 8 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit chapinsc.com for more information.

Rhythm on the River: Curve (concert)
The West Columbia Riverwalk Park & Amphitheatre (109 Alexander Rd.) continues its Rhythm on the River fall concert series. This week, enjoy a set from Curve, who play a mix of funk, jazz and soul. A food truck from Carolina Cookin’ will be on-site, and the Goins Dancing troupe will entertain during intermission. The show runs from 6 to 9 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit cwcchamber.com for more information.

SATURDAY, OCT. 19

Halloween at Saluda Shoals Park
Bring the kids to Saluda Shoals Park East (6071 St. Andrews Rd.) for an early celebration of spooky season. Halloween at Saluda Shoals Park features the famous Trick-or-Treat Trail at Leo’s Landing Playground, where costumed kids 12 and under can enjoy a morning of festive trick-or-treating. This event runs from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Admission is $5 in advance and $7 at the gate (depending on available space). Visit icrc.net for more information.

David Glymph (concert)
Chayz Lounge (607 Meeting St.) and saxophonist David Glymph invite you to experience “The Sounds of Soul Jazz.” Backed by Chayz regulars Rod Foster & Company, Glymph dives into the catalogs of Janet Jackson, Teena Marie, Brandy, Sade and Bobby Brown, blended with smooth jazz grooves by David Sanborn, Grover Washington Jr., Boney James, Kirk Whalum and more. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; showtime is 8 p.m. Admission is $30. Dressy attire is required. Visit chayzlounge.com for more information.

Corn Maze
Clinton Sease Farm (382 Olde Farm Rd.) invites families to run through its corn maze. Admission includes access to all playground activities, an obstacle course, unlimited wagon rides and a spin through the pumpkin patch. Visit the farm from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. but remember that ticket sales end one hour before closing. Admission is $16 online and $18 at the door for ages 3 and older. Children 2 and under get in free. Visit clintonseasefarm.com for more information.

SUNDAY, OCT. 20

Boo at the Zoo
Riverbanks Zoo & Garden (500 Wildlife Pkwy.) invites families to one of its best-known annual traditions, Boo at the Zoo. This spooktacular event offers trick-or-treating and other family-friendly Halloween-themed activities throughout the park. Boo at the Zoo runs from 6 to 9 p.m., and admission costs between $15 and $18. Visit riverbanks.org for more information.

Sam & Illia (concert)
Steel Hands Brewing (2350 Foreman St.) hosts a performance from the local voice-and-guitar duo Sam & Illia. Enjoy their mix of rock, jazz, R&B, blues and pop from 1 to 4 p.m. and try one of Steel Hands’ special brews. This event is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/steelhandsbrewing for more information.

MONDAY, OCT. 21

Movie Night
Savage Craft Ale Works (430 Center St.) brings classic movies to you with its weekly Movie Night. This week’s film is the 1984 comedy-horror classic Ghostbusters, the original movie that (eventually) began an entire cinematic universe. If you ain’t afraid of no ghosts, the movie starts at 8 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/savagecraftaleworks for more information.

THURSDAY, OCT. 24

Haunted History
The Lexington County Museum transforms into something spookier with its Haunted History tour. Ghoulish guides lead a spooky but not too scary journey through the museum, sharing ghostly stories and exploring unusual events in Lexington County’s history. The 45-minute tours run from 7 to 10 p.m. Admission is $6 for adults and $3 for children under 12. Visit lexingtoncountymuseum.org for more information.

Hall of Horrors
The Hall of Horrors Haunted Attraction (1153 Walter Price Rd.) has risen from the grave once again to give you a fright. Set on the abandoned Blackwell family farm, the Hall is long avoided by locals due to the legend of Agnes Blackwell. “Locals warn that her ghost roams the cemetery on moonlit nights, a chilling reminder of the consequences of betrayal and the power of a vengeful spirit.” The Hall of Horrors Haunted Attraction runs from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Admission is $15. Visit hallofhorrors.org for more information.

Across the county line

The SC State Museum (310 Gervais St.) invites you to a spooky history lesson with its Dark History tour on Friday, Oct. 18. Discover the true story of Columbia’s catacombs, a series of mysterious tunnels built to hide anything from politicians to Confederate gold. Hear stories from Gullah Geechee folklore and learn about the path General Sherman took during his march through Columbia. The museum runs these tours from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., included in museum admission. Visit scmuseum.org for more information.

The Colonial Life Arena (801 Lincoln St.) hosts WWE Friday Night Smackdown on Friday, Oct. 18. Cheer for babyfaces like L.A. Knight and Cody Rhodes, and boo evil factions like The Bloodline. Showtime is 6:45 p.m.; tickets cost between $28 and $237. Visit coloniallifearena.com for more information.

The Township Auditorium (1703 Taylor St.) is home to the blues on Saturday, Oct. 19, thanks to the second annual Capital City Blues Festival. Enjoy sets from King George, Tucka, Pokey Bear, Lenny Williams and FPJ & J-Wonn. Showtime is 6 p.m.; tickets cost between $57 and $177. Visit thetownship.org for more information.

If you’ve ever dreamed of hearing your name followed by “Come on down,” head to the Koger Center for the Arts (1051 Greene St.) for “The Price Is Right-Live!” on Saturday, Oct. 19. Play classic games from Plinko to Cliffhangers to The Big Wheel and enjoy a non-televised version of everyone’s favorite game show. Showtime is 7:30 p.m.; tickets cost between $29 and $49. Visit kogercenterforthearts.com for more information.

The Enoree River Winery (1650 Dusty Rd.) invites you to another edition of its “Unpack the Porch” concert series on Sunday, Oct. 20. Enjoy a solo acoustic performance from Midlands singer-songwriter Jim LeBlanc and grab a snack from the Suzie’s Snack Stand food truck. This family-friendly event is free to attend and runs from 2 to 6 p.m. Visit enoreeriverwinery.com for more information.

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