FRIDAY, OCT. 10

A Night Under the New Moon (ballet)
The Lexington Two Performing Arts Center (3205 Platt Springs Rd.) and the Palmetto Ballet Theatre invite you to an enchanting program called “A Night Under The New Moon – Forever Twilight.” Created by choreographer Simone Cuttino, this is a hauntingly beautiful ballet that blends gothic romance and heartbreaking drama. This is the premiere of the program. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. and tickets cost between $25 and $35. Visit palmettoballettheatre.com for more information.

Resurrection: A Journey Tribute
The Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) welcomes Resurrection: A Journey Tribute to its Friday night concert stage. Get ready for an evening of classic Journey hits like “Separate Ways,” “Any Way You Want It,” “Open Arms” and of course the iconic “Don’t Stop Believin’,” all delivered in an energetic but precise manner with pitch-perfect Steve Perry-style vocals. Showtime is 7 p.m. and tickets are $27. This is a rain or shine show. Visit icehouseamphitheater.com for more information.

Hall Of Horrors Haunted Attraction
Head over to 1153 Walter Price Road in Cayce, if you dare, for the Hall of Horrors Haunted Attraction. The ghost of Agnes Blackwell haunts the long-abandoned Blackwell family farm. Once beloved, Agnes was accused of witchcraft and put to death under an ancient oak. But her vengeful, restless spirit still haunts the Blackwell Family Farm. Are you brave enough to explore the Hall of Horrors? This event runs from 8 to 11 p.m., and admission costs between $15 and $30. Visit hallofhorrors.org for more information

SATURDAY, OCT. 11

Columbia Winter Stamp & Postcard Show
Are you a philatelist? In other words, do you collect stamps? If so, the Columbia Philatelic Society invites you to the Tri-County Leisure Center (485 Brooks Ave.) for the Winter Stamp and Postcard Show. Vendors from all over the Southeast are on hand to assist you in your search for hard-to-find stamps and postcards, or to appraise collections. And there’s a special table where kids can learn about stamp collecting, too. This event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and both admission and parking are free. Visit columbiascphilately.com for more information.

LeTron Brantley & Friends
Chayz Lounge (607 Meeting St.) and bandleader LeTron Brantley invite you to enjoy “An Evening of Smooth Jazz Grooves.” LeTron and Friends perform hits and classics by Bill Withers, Marvin Gaye, Natalie Cole, Ronnie Laws and more, alongside timeless jazz standards. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and showtime is 8 p.m. Admission is $87 (price includes dinner). Dressy attire is required. Visit chayzlounge.com for more information.

Deceased Farm Haunted Attraction
Get your Halloween thrills early as Clinton Sease Farm (382 Olde Farm Rd.) transforms into the spooky Deceased Farm. Go on a self-guided “haunt” through six different scary buildings, three outdoor zones and the Creepy Cornfields, all full of terrifying creatures seeking to harvest YOU. This attraction is not recommended for children under 12. Admission costs between $25 and $70. This is a cash-only attraction that runs from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Visit deceasedfarm.com for more information.

SUNDAY, OCT. 12

2025 Corn Maze
After transforming from Deceased Farm back into Clinton Sease Farm (382 Olde Farm Rd.), you can bring the kids to the farm’s 2025 Corn Maze adventures. Enjoy finding your way through the maze, let the kids play on the playground, take on the obstacle course or hop on a wagon ride. This family-friendly event also includes vendors selling food and drink, and it runs from 6 to 10 p.m. Admission is $18. Visit clintonseasefarm.com for more information.

Fall Fido Festival
Melvin Park (370 Eptings Camp Rd.) wants you and your furry friend front and center for the Fall Fido Festival. The most anticipated dog-friendly event of the year comes courtesy of Modern Companion dog groomers. It features photo ops, games, vendors, shopping, food trucks, adoptions, raffles, demonstrations and much more. This event runs from 1 to 4 p.m. and admission is $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Visit fallfidofestival.com for more information.

MONDAY, OCT. 13

Lexington Lions Club 16^th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
The Lexington Lions Club hosts their 16^th Annual Charity Golf Tournament, which kicks off at 9 a.m. at the Charwood Country Club (122 Clubhouse Dr.). This family-friendly and fun event exclusively benefits local charities, including Camp Leo and Midlands Special Needs, and after the 9 a.m. shotgun start, you can enjoy putting and closest-to-the-pin competitions, a golf ball-drop raffle, a boxed lunch and more. Admission is $80 per player and $320 per team. Visit lexingtonlions.com for more information.

TUESDAY, OCT. 14

Nature Nook
The Batesburg-Leesville Branch Library (203 Armory St.) invites you and the kids to Nature Nook. Explore the mammals, reptiles and amphibians of the Midlands, and learn how to protect them with a guide from the Lexington Soil & Water Conservation District. This event is for grades K-5 and runs from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. It is free to attend. Visit lexcolibrary.com for more information.

THURSDAY, OCT. 16

Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors (play)
The Chapin Theatre Company invites you to the Chapin Theatre (830 Columbia Ave.) for a wacky twist on the vivacious Vlad himself. In “Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors,” five performers portray over 20 eccentric characters, turning the gothic legend into a chaotic, hilarious romp. Join director George Dinsmore and a talented Midlands cast for an evening of ghoulish giggles. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. and tickets cost between $18 and $22. Visit chapintheatre.org for more information.

Across the county line

Cottle Strawberry Farm (9560 Garners Ferry Rd.) hosts their annual Fall Fest on Friday, Oct. 10. 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 S.C. State Museum (310 Gervais St.) invites you to their Dark History tour on Friday, Oct. 10. On this creepy crawl through the museum, you’ll learn the true story of Columbia’s catacombs, mysterious tunnels that hid everything from politicians to Confederate gold. Hear Gullah folktales that will give you chills and learn about the path General Sherman took during his march through Columbia. Dark History tours run from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Regular museum admission rates apply. Visit scmuseum.org for more information.

Your kids’ favorite cops, PAW Patrol, are returning to Colonial Life Arena on Saturday, Oct. 11. This time, Paw Patrol Live! is on “A Mighty Adventure.” Follow Chase, Marshall, Skye and the pack after they save Adventure City from supervillain scientist Victoria Vance. Watch PAW Patrol save Adventure City using the power of paw-sitivity and teamwork. Showtime is 10 a.m. and VIP tickets are available for $135. Visit coloniallifearena.com for more information.

The Enoree River Winery (1650 Dusty Rd.) hosts the Newberry Harvest Festival on Saturday, Oct. 11. This is a full day of wine, food, music and shopping, featuring performances from Cash Money Experience and Henry Brooks & The Bluegrass Remedy. Enjoy a Cranberry Wine Slushie, grab a bite from the Daddy’s Cookout or American Pies food trucks or browse through arts and crafts by local vendors. This event runs from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and admission is $40. Ages 6-20 are $10, and children under 5 are free. Visit enoreeriverwinery.com for more information.

The Incarnation Lutheran Church (3005 Devine St.) invites you to their annual Oktoberfest Columbia celebration on Sunday, Oct. 12. Enjoy two authentic biergartens with authentic beer, live oompah bands and dancers, homemade German treats, a Kinderzone with face painting, balloon animals and a playground for the kids, and much more. This event runs from noon to 6 p.m. and is free to attend. Food service ends one hour before closing. Last call is 30 minutes before closing. No pets allowed. Visit oktoberfestcolumbia.com for more information.