Things to do in Lexington County.
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Stutman Hollow Haunted Attraction
Among the many local places to look for scares in October is the Stutman Hollow Haunted Trail (213 Stutman Rd. in Leesville). “Nestled in the dark woods of Stutman Hollow is a fear of the unknown. A family moved out to Stutman Road where their son had always wanted to do a haunted trail. Little did he know that something was a little different about this special place that he chose to build his haunted trail.” Admission is $15. Open select dates through Oct. 28. Visit stutmanhollow.com for more information.
Deceased Farm
If you’re ready for Halloween thrills, then head to Clinton Sease Farm (382 Olde Farm Rd.) for the Deceased Farm haunted attraction. Take a self-guided spooky tour of 6 terrifying buildings, three outdoor zones and creepy corn fields. This event is for adults and for children over 12. General admission tickets are $25, but there is a fast-past option available for $40 and VIP admission is $65. Open select dates through Oct. 31. Visit deceasedfarm.com for more information.
Hall of Horrors
In the mood for a bit of pre-Halloween fright? Head over to 1153 Walter Price Rd. in Cayce for the Hall of Horrors. Have some fun chills and scares from some of the best fright-night performers around, and contribute to a good cause as all proceeds from the Hall of Horrors go to local charities, notably the SC Jaycee Camp Hope, a camp experience designed for children and adults with learning disabilities and special needs. Open select dates through Oct. 31. Admission is $15. Visit hallofhorrors.org for more information.
Lower Saluda Craft Beer & Winefest
If you’re a beer or wine fan, or if you just want to have a good time at a fun festival, then head to Saluda Shoals Park (5605 Bush River Rd. in Columbia) for the Lower Saluda Craft Beer & Winefest. Taste more than 25 craft beers from a variety of breweries, enjoy live music from the Flat Out Strangers, and take home a commemorative tasting glass. Food trucks will be on site. The event is for ages 21 and up only. Admission is $40 in advance and $45 on the day of the event. The festival runs from 6 to 9 p.m. Visit icrc.net for more information.
“Confessions Of A Good Man 2: The Truth About Lying” (play)
WOW Productions and the Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (7300 College St. in Irmo) present “Confessions Of A Good Man 2: The Truth About Lying”: “The Roberts men are back with more secrets, more lies, and more jaw dropping drama, as they fight through depression, blackmail, sickness, and greed. After 10 years and facing their deepest fears. Are confessions still good for the soul, or will Junior, Malcolm, Warren, and Dre find out that telling the truth may NOT be worth the risk?” Showtime is 7:30 p.m., and tickets cost between $30 and $40. Visit harbisontheatre.org for more information.
Steelin’ Peaches (concert)
The Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) hosts a performance by Steelin’ Peaches: An Allman Brothers Revue. For this show, Steelin’ Peaches takes a look back at The Allman Brothers Band’s legendary early 1970s performance at the “Summer Jam” at Watkins Glen with the Grateful Dead. Showtime is 6 p.m., and admission is $15. Visit icehouseamphitheater.com for more information.
One Irish Rover (concert)
The Greater Cayce West Columbia Chamber of Commerce kicks off this year’s three-week October run of its fall and spring concert series Rhythm on the River at the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater (121 Alexander Rd. in West Columbia), highlighting various community performers in addition to each week’s musical headliner. The first concert features Van Morrison tribute One Irish Rover along with intermission performances from the Airport High Marching Band and the Capital City Cloggers. Various family activities, food trucks and libations will also be available at the free event, which runs 6-9 p.m. Find more info at facebook.com/rhythmontheriversc.
McKoy Brothers (concert)
Bill’s Music Shop & Pickin’ Parlor (710 Meeting St. in West Columbia) hosts a performance by The McKoy Brothers. Enjoy some old-time gospel and bluegrass from this veteran acoustic group. Showtime is 7 p.m., and admission is a $10 donation. Visit billsmusicshop.com for more information.
Corn Maze
Bring the kids to Clinton Sease Farm (382 Ole Farm Rd.) for some corn maze fun. Your $15 admission price includes all mazes, unlimited hayrides, an obstacle course, all playground activities and a visit to the pumpkin patch. Clinton Sease Farm is open from 2 to 7 p.m., and admission is $15. The maze is open Friday-Saturday through Nov. 5. Visit clintonseasefarm.com for more information.
Harvest Day Crafters Market
Flora & Fauna Marketplace (4773 Sunset Blvd.) hosts its second annual Harvest Day Crafters Market. Enjoy the Pumpkin King’s Pumpkin Patch, the Harvest Fairy’s mum garden, S.C.-grown produce, handcrafted harvest gifts and decor, vendors, photo ops, food, live music and more. The market runs noon-4 p.m. and is free to attend, though individual vendors might require purchases. Visit floraandfaunasc.com for more information.
Oktoberfest
WECO Bottle & Biergarten (626 Meeting St. in West Columbia) presents its Oktoberfest celebration. In addition to special German beers, there will be food trucks on site, including The Wurst Wagon, Los Chicanos and Hott Mess. Oktoberfest at WECO runs 11 a.m.-10 p.m. and is free to attend, though individual vendors might charge for their items. Visit facebook.com/WECOBIERGARTEN for more information.
Monday — Oct. 16
Book Club: Scary Story Society
The Cayce-West Columbia Library Branch (1500 Augusta Rd. in West Columbia) for a creepy Halloween-themed Book Club meeting. The Scary Story Society meets at 6 p.m., and you’ll dig into interesting and chilling tales. This event is free to attend. Visit lexcolibrary.com/programs for more information.
Hen’s Night Out
The FARM 1780 (1127 Corley Mill Rd.) hosts a perfect night out for the girls with its Hen’s Night Out – Pumpkin Paint & Pour event. Enjoy one of the final Hen’s Night Out events of the year and wines that could be a good addition to your upcoming holiday festivities. In addition to being able to feed the hens and visit with all of the chickens on the property, you’ll also get to paint a pumpkin to take home with you. The event begins at 7:30 p.m., and tickets are $49. Visit thefarm1780.com for more information.
The Pumpkin Patch Farm Festival
Sylvan Farm (182 Ridge Spring Hwy. in Saluda) hosts The Pumpkin Patch Farm Festival on Oct. 13. The festival features rides, games, food and drink and, most importantly, lots of pumpkins. Horse/wagon rides are $15 (includes pumpkin) and tractor/haywagon rides are $12 (includes pumpkin). Children under 2 are free (does not include pumpkin). Event runs from 5 to 9 p.m., and admission costs between $12 and $15. Visit sylvanfarm.org for more information.
Newberry Harvest Festival
The Enoree River Winery (1650 Dusty Rd.) hosts the 10th annual Newbery Harvest Festival. Enjoy adult beverages from two different wineries, music from two live bands, food trucks and local food vendors, wine slushies and more. This event is for ages 21 and up only and admission costs between $10 and $40. The Harvest Festival runs from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Visit enoreeriverwinery.com for more information.
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