FRIDAY, NOV. 7  

West Columbia Fall Back Fest
Bring the family over to the corners of State and Meeting Street for the City of West Columbia’s Fall Back Fest. Enjoy live local music, food and drinks, and an evening edition of the Meeting Street Artisan Market in Interactive Art Park, where guests can shop for unique handcrafted arts, crafts, jewelry and clothing from community artisans. This event is free to attend and runs from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Visit westcolumbiasc.gov/fall-back-fest/ for more information.

Absolute Queen: A Tribute to Queen (concert)
The “Bohemian Rhapsody” rings out at the Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) when Absolute Queen: A Tribute to Queen takes the stage. Relive the magic of Freddie Mercury and the might of the classic rockers with exciting versions of “Fat Bottomed Girls,” “Killer Queen,” “We Will Rock You,” “We Are the Champions,” “Another One Bites the Dust” and many more. Showtime is 6:30 p.m. and tickets are $27. Visit icehouseamphitheater.com for more information.

Serial Killers w/ Dr. Scott Bonn
The Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (7300 College Blvd.) invites you to take a fascinating dive into the world of true crime with “Serial Killers w/ Dr. Scott Bonn.” Spend an evening with a renowned criminologist and serial killer expert as he takes you inside the minds of the world’s most savage and prolific murderers in a thrilling 90-minute show. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. and tickets cost between $25 and $30. Visit harbisontheatre.org for more information.

Schoolboy Johnny: A Tribute to Bad Company
Savage Craft Ale Works (430 Center St.) wants to know if you’re ready for love, Bad Company style. They welcome Schoolboy Johnny: A Tribute to Bad Company back to the outdoor stage for hard-rocking versions of BadCo classics like “Feel Like Makin’ Love,” “Shooting Star,” “Can’t Get Enough,” “Rock & Roll Fantasy” and many more. Showtime is 7 p.m. and this show is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/savagecraftaleworks/ for more information.

SATURDAY, NOV. 8

Native American Lifeways
Enjoy a historical hike at 12,000 Year History Park (1120 Congaree Tr.) with their “Native American Lifeways” guided walking tour. Meet at the Cayce Tennis Center at 10:30 a.m. for an approximately 2-hour tour through some of the 12 archaeologically significant sites on the property. Learn more about Native American tribes like the Cherokee and the Catawbas and how the historic resources of the park are relevant to their lives and culture. This event is free to attend. Visit cayce12000years.com for more information.

Play That Band (concert)
Chayz Lounge (607 Meeting St.) and the Play That Band invite you to enjoy "A Night of Soul Jazz Grooves.” Expect to hear hits and classics by Lionel Richie, Tears for Fears, El DeBarge, Anita Baker, Stevie Wonder, Earth, Wind & Fire and more. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and showtime is 8 p.m. Admission is $85 (dinner included). Dressy attire is required. Visit chayzlounge.com for more information.

The McKoy Brothers (concert)
Bill’s Music Shop & Pickin’ Parlor (710 Meeting St.) welcomes The McKoy Brothers back to its Saturday night concert stage. The brothers play a set of classic bluegrass and beloved gospel from 8 to 9 p.m.. Admission is a $10 donation, and the snack bar is open. Visit billsmusicshop.com for more information.

SUNDAY, NOV. 9

Community Fall Fest
Our Saviour Lutheran Church (1500 Sunset Blvd.) hosts a family-friendly Community Fall Fest. Bring the kids for balloon animals, a bouncy castle, face painting, pumpkin decorating, seasonal treats and much more. This event is free to attend and runs from 2 to 5 p.m. Visit oursaviour.net for more information.

Bugsy Malone, Jr.
The Village Square Theatre (105 Caughman Rd.) invites you to a mini-mobster epic with a performance of “Bugsy Malone, Jr.” Sit back and enjoy this fanciful story of two gangs in a city populated only by children. One-time boxer Bugsy Malone is a feared gangster who’s the last chance Fat Sam's gang has of surviving. But all Bugsy really wants to do is spend time with his new love, Blousey. Showtime is 3 p.m. Visit villagesquaretheatre.com for ticket information.

MONDAY, NOV. 10

Historically Speaking
The Chapin Branch Library (129 Columbia Ave.) and the Lexington County Museum invite you to another edition of the “Historically Speaking” lecture series. Learn about the history of the Lake Murray area and the impact that its development had on Lexington County. This event runs from 6 to 7 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit lexcolibrary.com for more information.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 12

Outdoor Game Night
The East Bay Deli (108 Sunset Ct.) hosts an Outdoor Game Night. East Bay is busting out the giant lawn games for some oversized outdoor fun. Bring the kids for a little playful competition plus a free kids' meal with the purchase of an adult meal. This event runs from 5 to 7 p.m. Visit eastbaydeli.com for more information.

Across the county line

The Newberry Opera House (1201 McKibben St.) invites you to go back in time on Friday, Nov. 7, with “Twitty & Lynn: A Salute to Conway and Loretta.” Hear great versions of classic Twitty/Lynn duets like "After the Fire Is Gone," "Lead Me On," "Louisiana Woman, Mississippi Man," "As Soon as I Hang Up the Phone" and "Feelins'," all delivered with the emotion (and humor) of the original duo. Showtime is 3 p.m. and tickets cost between $45 and $60. Visit newberryoperahouse.com for more information.

Cottle Strawberry Farm (9560 Garners Ferry Rd.) hosts their annual Fall Fest on Friday, Nov. 7. The Fest doubles as the season kickoff for the brand new Cottle FunPark, which includes a corn maze, wagon rides, climbing wall, family games, photo ops and more. There’s also live music from local acts, a Farm Market with fresh food and pumpkins galore. This event runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and admission costs between $14 and $16. Visit cottlestrawberryfarm.com for more information.

The Longstreet Theatre (1300 College St.) and the University of South Carolina Department of Theatre & Dance invite you to a performance of the classic Oscar Wilde play, “The Importance of Being Earnest” on Saturday, Nov. 8. Step into the world of pithy quips, witty deception and mistaken identity as the play follows Jack Worthing, a well-to-do gentleman living a double life. In the countryside, he’s the sensible, pragmatic “Jack,” but in the city, he masquerades as his mischievous alter ego, “Ernest.” Dustin Whitehead directs this production. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. and tickets cost between $15 and $22. Visit sc.universitytickets.com for more information.

The Township Auditorium (1703 Taylor St.) welcomes country star Rodney Atkins on Saturday, Nov. 8. Atkins performs as part of a fundraiser for The Big Red Barn Retreat, and you can expect to hear platinum country hits like “If You’re Going Through Hell (Before The Devil Even Knows),” “Watching You,” “These Are My People,” “It’s America” and more. Showtime is 7 p.m. and tickets cost between $33 and $78. Visit thetownship.org for more information.

The Koger Center for the Arts (1051 Greene St.) and the SC Philharmonic Orchestra invite you to a program called “Rick Steves’ Europe: A Symphonic Journey with the SC Phil” on Monday, Nov. 10. Travel guru Rick Steves appears live with the orchestra to narrate a program featuring beloved Romantic-era classics by Strauss, Grieg and Verdi. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. and tickets cost between $37 and $69. Visit kogercenterforthearts.com for more information.