Friday, Nov. 1

Fall Back Festival

The city of Columbia invites you to the corner of State and Meeting streets for West Columbia’s eighth annual Fall Back Festival. Bring the family to celebrate the fall season with live music, art, food and drinks. Local artists will paint temporary murals on the streets, local vendors will be on-site with arts, crafts and refreshments, and there will be plenty of live music throughout the day. This event runs from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit westcolumbiasc.gov/fall-back-fest for more information.

The War & Treaty (concert)

The Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (7300 College St.) welcomes the fiery Americana-soul duo The War & Treaty. Founded in 2014 by husband and wife Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter, the Grammy-nominated group has emerged as one of the most electrifying new acts in American music. They have been recognized by the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the Grand Ole Opry, and the Americana Music Association, including earning AMA Duo/Group of the Year for the second straight year. Showtime is 7:30 p.m., and tickets cost between $40 and $60. Visit harbisontheatre.org for more information.

Deceased Farm Haunted Attraction

Get in one last scary session as Clinton Sease Farm (382 Olde Farm Road) transforms into something far scarier for Halloween: Deceased Farm. Experience a self-guided tour through six terrifying buildings, three outdoor zones, and creepy cornfields, all inhabited by unspeakable creatures hoping to make you this year’s harvest. The haunted attraction runs from 7 to 10 p.m., and admission costs between $25 and $70. Visit deceasedfarm.com for more information.

Saturday, Nov. 2

Midlands Christmas Arts & Crafts Market

The SC State Farmers Market (3483 Charleston Hwy.) invites you to dive into the holidays with the Midlands Christmas Arts & Crafts Market. Presented by the Midlands Crafters Association, the market features more than 160 vendors and crafters from across the Midlands with dozens of holiday gift and home décor ideas. This event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and both parking and admission are free. Visit midlandcrafters.wixsite.com for more information.

Woofstock

The Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) hosts its annual Woofstock event, benefiting the Humane Society South Carolina. Shop local vendors, enjoy a cold beer, and sample delicious bites from food trucks while listening to live music by The Killer Beez. Bring your pet for the fun or find a new furry friend among the adoptable dogs on-site. You can also enter your pet in the Woofstock pet costume contest and participate in a silent auction with prizes from local businesses. All proceeds support animals in need. This event runs from noon to 4 p.m., and tickets cost between $10 and $30. Visit icehouseamphitheater.com for more information.

Brandon Stevens (concert)

Chayz Lounge (607 Meeting St.) and soulful vocalist Brandon Stevens take you on a trip down memory lane with “Back to the ‘80s.” Expect Stevens’ renditions of hits by Joe, Maxwell, Jodeci, Michael Jackson, Mint Condition and more. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and showtime is 8 p.m. Admission is $30, and dressy attire is required. Visit chayzlounge.com for more information.

Sunday, Nov. 3

Colonial Forts Tour

Take a journey into South Carolina’s revolutionary past at 12,000 History Park (1120 Ft. Congaree Trail) with the Colonial Forts Tour. Visit the site of Fort Congaree and hear its stories, delving into the struggles of the Deerskin Economy, then travel forward to Fort Congaree and Fort Granby. This two-hour walking tour begins at 2 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit cayce12000years.com for more information.

Eugene Williams (concert)

Singer, pianist and guitarist Eugene Williams performs at Savage Craft Ale Works (430 Center St.), playing classic and modern jazz and R&B from 4 to 7 p.m. This show is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/savagecraftaleworks for more information.

Monday, Nov. 4

Book Club: Murder on Mondays

The Batesburg-Leesville branch library (203 Armory St.) adds a little mystery to your Monday with “Murder on Mondays” book club. Read a book of your choice to fit the monthly mystery theme and exchange recommendations. The book club is free to attend and runs from 6 to 7 p.m. Visit lexcolibrary.com for more information.

Tuesday, Nov. 5

Music Bingo

Hazelwood Brewing (711 E. Main St.) hosts weekly Music Bingo. Here’s how it works: The host plays music, and players mark off songs on their bingo cards. The first player to get five songs in a row wins. This event is free to attend and runs from 7 to 9 p.m. Visit facebook.com/hazelwoodbeer for more information.

Wednesday, Nov. 6

Mary’s Mobile Market

Artistic Inspirations (7336 Woodrow St.) is the new host for Mary’s Mobile Market this week. Enjoy live music by Jukebox, delicious bites from the Cheese and Thank You food truck, and creations from local artisans. Kimberly from Artistic Aspirations will lead art and craft activities. This event runs from 5 to 8 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit artistic-aspirations.com for more information.

Across the county line

Colonial Life Arena (803 Lincoln St.) presents cutting-edge hip-hop on Friday, Nov. 1, with The Big HC, Part II tour. The show features performances from platinum-selling rapper Sexyy Red, Jeezy, Bossman Dlow, YTB Fatt, Blacc Zacc and PG Ra. Expect grown-and-sexy hits like “U My Everything” and “Get It Sexyy.” Showtime is 7 p.m., and tickets cost between $58 and $300. Visit coloniallifearena.com for more information.

The USC Department of Theatre and Dance presents the 10-Minute Play Festival at the Booker T. Washington Lab Theatre (1400 Wheat St.) on Friday, Nov. 1. Enjoy a fast-paced evening of laughter, heartbreak, and more, with each play directed by a USC theatre faculty member. Showtime is 7:30 p.m., and admission is $10. Visit sc.edu for more information.

Enoree River Winery (1650 Dusty Road) hosts Unpack the Porch on Sunday, Nov. 3. Enjoy music from Groove Train and grab a snack from the Lobster Dogs food truck on-site. This event runs from 2 to 6 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit enoreeriverwinery.com for more information.

Sesquicentennial State Park (9564 Two Notch Road) hosts an Artisan’s Market on Sunday, Nov. 3. Enjoy art, food, and music in a scenic setting and explore a variety of locally made arts and crafts, including ceramics, jewelry, fine art, photography and more. This family-friendly event is free to attend and runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit southcarolinaparks.com for more information.

The Albany, N.Y., post-hardcore band Drug Church performs at New Brookland Tavern (632 Harden St.) on Wednesday, Nov. 6. The band spotlights material from their new album Prude, which was released Oct. 4. Drug Church is supported by Modern Color, Pony and Soul Blind. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and admission is $23. Visit newbrooklandtavern.com for more information.