FRIDAY, MAY 9

Art On State
Whether you’re an art collector or an aspiring artist, State Street in West Columbia has the event for you. The Seventh Annual Art On State festival brings together art, live music and local vendors in one place, for free. Enjoy live music from Seven Til Sunrise and the High Society Band, check out a live mural drawing or grab a bite from one of the food trucks on site. This event is free to attend and runs from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Visit facebook.com/WestColaSC for more information.

90210 Radio (concert)
Moore Park (7507 Eastview Dr.) hosts the final edition of the Irmo Town Limits Spring concert series. Enjoy a stripped-down duo set from the popular variety group Hijacked before 90210 Radio takes the stage for a night of tubular ‘80s classics. Food and drinks are available from Kona Ice, Roy’s Grille, Cox Family BBQ and KW Beverage with Craft and Draft. Showtime is 6 p.m. and admission is $20. Visit irmoamp.com for more information.
 
Guitar Stories (concert)
Guitarist and bandleader Terence Young presents an evening dedicated to the six-string at Harbison Theater at Midlands Technical College (7300 College Blvd.). Young and his band, The Terence Young Experience, present “Guitar Stories,” a show that combines music and dance. The show is a celebration of music and movement, gliding from smooth melodies to electrifying rhythms. Showtime is 8 p.m. and tickets cost between $40 and $50. Visit harbisontheatre.org for more information.

SATURDAY, MAY 10

Mother’s Day Market
Moore Park (7507 Eastview Dr.) continues their busy weekend with a Mother’s Day Market. Shop local with artists and crafters, listen to live music, grab a bite from Noukie’s Kitchen or Limitless Lila food trucks and find the perfect gift for Mom. This event is free to attend and runs from noon to 4 p.m. Visit  facebook.com/marysmobilemarket for more information.

Willie Walker & Conversation Piece (concert)
Chayz Lounge (607 Meeting St.) and bandleader Willie Walker invite you to enjoy “A Night of Jazzy Grooves.” Walker and his band Conversation Piece play hits and classics by Tevin Campbell, Beyoncé, Chuck Brown, Stevie Wonder, Gregory Porter, The Crusaders, Roy Hargrove, Kem, Kirk Whalum and more. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and showtime is 8 p.m. Admission is $30.Dressy attire is required. Visit chayzlounge.com for more information.

Lexington Wine Walk
Get ready to stroll through downtown Lexington with a little spring in your step thanks to the annual Lexington Wine Walk. This evening of elegance, flavor and live music in the heart of downtown Lexington. Enjoy expertly curated wine samples poured by professional bartenders, delicious hors d’oeuvres and the live sounds of the Reggie Sullivan Band. This event runs from 4 to 7 p.m., and your $80 admission includes a souvenir wine glass, a reusable tote for take-home items, a tasting portfolio to guide the wine experience, a selection of premium wine samples and hors d’oeuvres perfectly paired with the featured wines. Visit lexingtonsc.org/community-event/lexington-wine-walk for more information.

SUNDAY, MAY 11

Mother’s Day Farm Festival  
The Berquist Family Freedom Farm (299 Patriot Way) hosts a Mother’s Day Farm Festival. Come visit the farm’s baby goats and sheep, hear live music from Shiloh Woods, enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or champagne and maybe even walk one of the mini-donkeys. This event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and admission is $35. Visit theberquistfamilyfreedomfarm.godaddysites.com for more information.

Ron Rodgers (concert)
Savage Craft Ale Works (430 Center St.) invites you to a unique show. One-man-band Ron Rodgers presents an evening of surprises and fun, handling all the instruments and playing a wide variety of tunes. Think of it as an offbeat Mother’s Day experience. Showtime is 4 p.m., and this event is free to attend. Visit  facebook.com/savagecraftaleworks for more information.

MONDAY, MAY 12

Lego Club
The Swansea Branch Library (199 N. Lawrence Ave.) hosts their weekly Lego Club meeting. Bring your grade K-5 kids to the club to tackle an engineering challenge or let their imaginations run wild as they explore what they can build with Lego bricks. This event is free to attend and runs from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Visit lexcolibrary.com for more information.

THURSDAY, MAY 15

Prettier Than Matt (concert)
Popular local rockers Prettier Than Matt are back at Steel Hands Brewing (2350 Foreman St.). The band plays a melodic mix of covers and originals starting at 5 p.m. This show is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/steelhandsbrewing for more information.

Hijacked (concert)
The Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) hosts another edition of the Icehouse Live! concert series, presented by the Lexington Medical Center. This week’s group is the popular variety band Hijacked, who play high-energy 80s rock, 70s funk and today’s dance hits starting at 6:30 p.m. This show is free to attend, and food, beer, wine, soft drinks and water are available for purchase. Visit icehouseamphitheater.com for more information.

Across the county line

The SCEMSA Pro Rodeo hits the SC State Fairgrounds (1200 Rosewood Dr.) on Friday, May 9. Watch some brave cowpokes demonstrate their skills in bareback riding, bull riding, calf roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing and more. Gates open at 6 p.m., and the rodeo begins at 7 p.m. General admission is $20, and SCEMSA members get in for $15. Children under five are free. Visit scemsa.org for more information.

You may not have been able to see Taylor Swift on the Eras tour, but you can experience the next best thing at The Senate (1022 Senate St.) on Friday, May 9. Love Story-A Taylor Swift Tribute Band pulls out all the stops to recreate Swift’s biggest hits, from her early country smashes to her iconic pop megahits. Doors open at 7 p.m. and showtime is 8 p.m. Admission is $15, and The Senate is a cash-free venue. Visit thesenatecolumbia.com for more information.

The SC State Museum (301 Gervais St.) hosts their monthly Accessibility Morning on Saturday, May 10. Guests who are neurodiverse or have other disabilities are welcome to explore the museum exhibition galleries at their own pace. An American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter, sponsored by Colonial Life, is available during the morning. Accessibility Morning runs from 9 to 11 a.m., and museum admission is free during that time. Visit scmuseum.org/visit/accessibility-mornings for more information.

Congaree National Park (100 National Park Rd.) invites you to their weekly Nature Discovery Walk on Saturday, May 10. Join a volunteer park naturalist from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. for a guided hike on the park’s boardwalk trail to learn about the wide range of flora and fauna that call Congaree National Park home. This event is free to attend and is limited to 25 participants. Visit nps.gov for more information.

The Enoree River Winery (1650 Dusty Rd.) hosts their weekly Unpack the Porch event on Sunday, May 11. Enjoy scenic outdoor views, hear live music from Trip Hamby and grab some grub from Sarah’s Rockin’ Dogs food truck. Snacks are available for purchase​ in the winery building; no outside food or drink is allowed. This event runs from 2 to 6 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit enoreeriverwinery.com for more information.