Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County Revolutionary War lecture happening this week

More Lexington and Richland county events for the week of July 23

Posted 7/20/26

Lexington County

Thursday, July 23

Lexington County Revolutionary War lecture series As America marks 250 years of independence this year, Lexington County locals have the chance to …

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Stay Here, Play Here: Lexington County Revolutionary War lecture happening this week

More Lexington and Richland county events for the week of July 23

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Lexington County

Thursday, July 23

Lexington County Revolutionary War lecture series
As America marks 250 years of independence this year, Lexington County locals have the chance to celebrate with learning, thanks to a series hosted by the Lexington County Museum. "The Friends of the Lexington County Museum are pleased to announce the first Summer Speaker Series," according to the museum website. "In June, July, and August, the Friends will have three historians speak about different topics related to the American Revolution." Each event in the series will take place at the Town of Lexington Municipal Complex, located at 111 Maiden Ln. in Lexington, at 6:30 p.m. On Thursday, July 23, Sean Gallagher, a history professor at the University of South Carolina, will deliver a lecture based on his research. "Dr. Gallagher is currently finishing a book on enslaved people's resistance to confiscation and public labor in the American Revolution," according to the university's website. "Black women and men survived patriot state ownership and military impressment by crafting multiple identities as prisoners, charges, and refugees. Laboring in Continental Army forts, plantations expropriated from loyalists, and public jails, they forged strategies of refusal that made these public works sites of struggle over the future of slavery." Each event will begin with wine and cheese, and the lectures will begin half an hour later at 7 p.m. Tickets are $40 per lecture. For more information, contact museum@lexingtoncounty.sc.gov or 803-359-8369. There is also a link to purchase tickets on the museum website.

Disney's “Dare to Dream Jr.” playing at Village Square Theatre
Disney's “Dare to Dream Jr.” is playing at Village Square Theatre in Lexington (105 Caughman Rd.) until July 26. Casts “Think,” “Dream,” “Believe” and “Dare” rotate among the performances. Tickets range from $15 to $23 depending on age group and military status. “Disney's Dare to Dream Jr is 60-minute musical adventure that follows an eager group of trainees on their first day at the Walt Disney Imagineering Studio,” according to villagesquaretheatre.com. “As the group sets out to help each other discover their dreams, they work together to explore the power of dreams to unite, inspire, and make anything possible. Drawing from a century of beloved Disney films, Dare to Dream JR. features songs appearing for the first time ever in a Disney stage musical, including fan-favorites from The Princess and the Frog, Coco, Encanto, and Frozen II. This musical revue is a thrilling mix of contemporary songs, timeless classics, and brand-new medleys that are sure to surprise and delight Disney lovers of all ages.” See showtimes and buy tickets on the theater’s website.

Chapin Theatre Company Presents Disney’s “Mary Poppins”
Locals can witness the family-friendly magic of Mary Poppins live at Harbison Theatre (7300 College St. in Irmo), thanks to Chapin Theatre Company, from July 23-26. “The Mary Poppins musical follows the Banks family in Edwardian London, where the children, Jane and Michael, have driven away their previous nanny,” according to harbisontheatre.org. “They get a new nanny, the magical and mysterious Mary Poppins, who arrives by umbrella to take charge. Through a series of magical adventures with her friend Bert, Mary Poppins teaches the children and their parents, George and Winifred Banks, the importance of family, joy, and seeing the wonder in everyday life. The story also includes the return of George's harsh childhood nanny, Miss Andrew, who attempts to take over, but Mary Poppins ultimately helps the family find their way back to each other, leading to a happy conclusion for George and his children.” Buy tickets at www.harbisontheatre.org/events/mary-poppins.

Friday, July 24

Disney's “Dare to Dream Jr.” playing at Village Square Theatre
Disney's “Dare to Dream Jr.” is playing at Village Square Theatre in Lexington (105 Caughman Rd.) until July 26. Casts “Think,” “Dream,” “Believe” and “Dare” rotate among the performances. Tickets range from $15 to $23 depending on age group and military status. “Disney's Dare to Dream Jr is 60-minute musical adventure that follows an eager group of trainees on their first day at the Walt Disney Imagineering Studio,” according to villagesquaretheatre.com. “As the group sets out to help each other discover their dreams, they work together to explore the power of dreams to unite, inspire, and make anything possible. Drawing from a century of beloved Disney films, Dare to Dream JR. features songs appearing for the first time ever in a Disney stage musical, including fan-favorites from The Princess and the Frog, Coco, Encanto, and Frozen II. This musical revue is a thrilling mix of contemporary songs, timeless classics, and brand-new medleys that are sure to surprise and delight Disney lovers of all ages.” See showtimes and buy tickets on the theater’s website.

Steel Hands Brewing Nashville Nights Concert Series
The Nashville Nights Summer Concert Series will feature events at Cayce’s Steel Hands Brewing, located at 2350 Foreman St., this summer. “Experience the excitement of live country music at Nashville Nights, returning for its sixth season of summer entertainment. Hosted by Michael Haney and presented by Jim Hudson Audi, this popular concert series brings the energy and spirit of Music City to the Midlands with an evening of live performances and family-friendly fun,” according to the Capital City Lake Murray Country event listing. “Each Nashville Nights event kicks off with a Local Spotlight opener, showcasing talented regional musicians before the featured band takes the stage. This year’s series celebrates six years of unforgettable performances with six full bands, creating a lively atmosphere for country music fans of all ages.” The schedule is as follows: July 24, Highway Home; July 31, John Hollier & The Reverie; Aug. 7, Adam Chaffins; Aug. 14, Ben Chapman & Co.

Chapin Theatre Company Presents Disney’s “Mary Poppins”
Locals can witness the family-friendly magic of Mary Poppins live at Harbison Theatre (7300 College St. in Irmo), thanks to Chapin Theatre Company, from July 23-26. “The Mary Poppins musical follows the Banks family in Edwardian London, where the children, Jane and Michael, have driven away their previous nanny,” according to harbisontheatre.org. “They get a new nanny, the magical and mysterious Mary Poppins, who arrives by umbrella to take charge.Through a series of magical adventures with her friend Bert, Mary Poppins teaches the children and their parents, George and Winifred Banks, the importance of family, joy, and seeing the wonder in everyday life. The story also includes the return of George's harsh childhood nanny, Miss Andrew, who attempts to take over, but Mary Poppins ultimately helps the family find their way back to each other, leading to a happy conclusion for George and his children.” Buy tickets at www.harbisontheatre.org/events/mary-poppins.

Lexington County Blowfish play at home
The Lexington County Blowfish, a summer collegiate baseball team, will play at home at the Lexington County Baseball Stadium at 474 Ball Park Rd. in Lexington on Friday, July 24. Friday is against Zebulon Devil Dogz. Learn more and buy tickets at goblowfishbaseball.com.

Saturday, July 25

Market at Icehouse
Market at Icehouse Amphitheater in downtown Lexington is on Saturday. Located at 107 W. Main St. in downtown Lexington, the market will be held every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from May 16 through Sept. 26, excluding July 4. “The Market at Icehouse is primarily intended as a farmer/grower and local artisan market, utilizing a community-friendly atmosphere to promote, support and encourage local production while educating residents on the benefits of eating fresh produce and supporting local artists and the Certified SC program,” according to a statement on the town’s website.

Concert at Icehouse Amphitheater
On Saturday, July 25, at 6 p.m., Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience will be performing at Lexington’s Icehouse Amphitheater, located at 107 West Main St. in downtown Lexington. Tickets start at $18.20. “Celebrating 31 years of touring in 2026, Zoso has become one of the most respected and long-running Led Zeppelin tribute acts in the world, performing over 4,900 shows across all 50 states and internationally. Known for their dedication to authenticity, Zoso faithfully recreates the legendary sound, energy, and spirit of Led Zeppelin’s iconic live performances. From timeless hits to deeper cuts, audiences can expect an immersive concert experience that captures the raw power and musicianship that defined a generation,” according to the venue’s website. This event is presented by Cardinal Talent Group. Learn more and buy tickets at icehouseamphitheater.com.

Disney's “Dare to Dream Jr.” playing at Village Square Theatre
Disney's “Dare to Dream Jr.” is playing at Village Square Theatre in Lexington (105 Caughman Rd.) until July 26. Casts “Think,” “Dream,” “Believe” and “Dare” rotate among the performances. Tickets range from $15 to $23 depending on age group and military status. “Disney's Dare to Dream Jr is 60-minute musical adventure that follows an eager group of trainees on their first day at the Walt Disney Imagineering Studio,” according to villagesquaretheatre.com. “As the group sets out to help each other discover their dreams, they work together to explore the power of dreams to unite, inspire, and make anything possible. Drawing from a century of beloved Disney films, Dare to Dream JR. features songs appearing for the first time ever in a Disney stage musical, including fan-favorites from The Princess and the Frog, Coco, Encanto, and Frozen II. This musical revue is a thrilling mix of contemporary songs, timeless classics, and brand-new medleys that are sure to surprise and delight Disney lovers of all ages.” See showtimes and buy tickets on the theater’s website.

Chapin Theatre Company Presents Disney’s “Mary Poppins”
Locals can witness the family-friendly magic of Mary Poppins live at Harbison Theatre (7300 College St. in Irmo), thanks to Chapin Theatre Company, from July 23-26. “The Mary Poppins musical follows the Banks family in Edwardian London, where the children, Jane and Michael, have driven away their previous nanny,” according to harbisontheatre.org. “They get a new nanny, the magical and mysterious Mary Poppins, who arrives by umbrella to take charge.Through a series of magical adventures with her friend Bert, Mary Poppins teaches the children and their parents, George and Winifred Banks, the importance of family, joy, and seeing the wonder in everyday life. The story also includes the return of George's harsh childhood nanny, Miss Andrew, who attempts to take over, but Mary Poppins ultimately helps the family find their way back to each other, leading to a happy conclusion for George and his children.” Buy tickets at www.harbisontheatre.org/events/mary-poppins.

Sunday, July 26

Flora & Fauna Marketplace event
Flora & Fauna Marketplace in Lexington (4773 Sunset Blvd.) is hosting The Mermaid Market from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be artisans, food, photo opportunities and more. Learn more at floraandfaunasc.com/events.

12,000 Year History Park tour
You can tour the 12,000 Year History Park on Congaree Creek in Cayce multiple times throughout the year, learning about Native Americans, Sherman’s army and more, depending on the theme of each tour. Tours meet at the entrance to the park just beyond the Cayce Tennis Center. The park is located at 1120 Fort Congaree Trail in Cayce. There is free parking at the dirt lot to the left past the tennis center. Tours are nearly two miles long and mostly take about two hours. Tours are free and sponsored by the City of Cayce. Learn more at cayce12000years.com. There is one on July 26 at 2 p.m.

Disney's “Dare to Dream Jr.” playing at Village Square Theatre
Disney's “Dare to Dream Jr.” is playing at Village Square Theatre in Lexington (105 Caughman Rd.) until July 26. Casts “Think,” “Dream,” “Believe” and “Dare” rotate among the performances. Tickets range from $15 to $23 depending on age group and military status. “Disney's Dare to Dream Jr is 60-minute musical adventure that follows an eager group of trainees on their first day at the Walt Disney Imagineering Studio,” according to villagesquaretheatre.com. “As the group sets out to help each other discover their dreams, they work together to explore the power of dreams to unite, inspire, and make anything possible. Drawing from a century of beloved Disney films, Dare to Dream JR. features songs appearing for the first time ever in a Disney stage musical, including fan-favorites from The Princess and the Frog, Coco, Encanto, and Frozen II. This musical revue is a thrilling mix of contemporary songs, timeless classics, and brand-new medleys that are sure to surprise and delight Disney lovers of all ages.” See showtimes and buy tickets on the theater’s website.

Chapin Theatre Company Presents Disney’s “Mary Poppins”
Locals can witness the family-friendly magic of Mary Poppins live at Harbison Theatre (7300 College St. in Irmo), thanks to Chapin Theatre Company, from July 23-26. “The Mary Poppins musical follows the Banks family in Edwardian London, where the children, Jane and Michael, have driven away their previous nanny,” according to harbisontheatre.org. “They get a new nanny, the magical and mysterious Mary Poppins, who arrives by umbrella to take charge.Through a series of magical adventures with her friend Bert, Mary Poppins teaches the children and their parents, George and Winifred Banks, the importance of family, joy, and seeing the wonder in everyday life. The story also includes the return of George's harsh childhood nanny, Miss Andrew, who attempts to take over, but Mary Poppins ultimately helps the family find their way back to each other, leading to a happy conclusion for George and his children.” Buy tickets at www.harbisontheatre.org/events/mary-poppins.

Tuesday, July 28

Savage Craft Trivia Nights
Every Tuesday through Sept. 8, Savage Craft Ale Works in West Columbia will be hosting trivia. Savage Craft Ale Works is located at 430 Center St., and trivia is from 7 to 9 p.m. It is free to participate in trivia, and there are prizes for winners.

Richland County

Thursday, July 23

Columbia Fireflies play at home
The Columbia Fireflies, Columbia’s Minor League baseball team, will play at home against Kannapolis at Segra Park, located at 1640 Freed St. in Columbia, from this Thursday through Sunday. Some nights have a different theme. Thursday is “True Crime Mystery Night,” Friday is “Christmas in July,” Saturday is “Dino Night” and Sunday is “Women in Sports Night.” Buy tickets at mlb.com/milb/columbia.

Trivia
On Thursday at Bierkeller Columbia (600 Canalside, Suite 1009) will be the Palmetto Trivia event. This is a recurring event beginning at 7 p.m. There will be prizes for top winners. This is a free event.

Friday, July 24

Columbia Fireflies play at home
The Columbia Fireflies, Columbia’s Minor League baseball team, will play at home against Kannapolis at Segra Park, located at 1640 Freed St. in Columbia, from this Thursday through Sunday. Some nights have a different theme. Thursday is “True Crime Mystery Night,” Friday is “Christmas in July,” Saturday is “Dino Night” and Sunday is “Women in Sports Night.” Buy tickets at mlb.com/milb/columbia.

Finlay Fridays
On Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Finlay Park, located at 896 Blanding St. in Columbia, is Finlay Friday. “The City of Columbia’s Finlay Park presents Finlay Fridays, a live outdoor concert series happening every Friday evening from February 20 through October 30, 2026,” according to the Capital City Lake Murray event listing. “Open to the public, the series brings live music, food, and drinks to the heart of downtown Columbia — the perfect way to kick off the weekend. Performances take place from 6:00 to 9:00 PM and feature a variety of local and regional artists throughout the season.” July 23 will feature Darby Wilcox & The Peep Show.

Saturday, July 25

Columbia Fireflies play at home
The Columbia Fireflies, Columbia’s Minor League baseball team, will play at home against Kannapolis at Segra Park, located at 1640 Freed St. in Columbia, from this Thursday through Sunday. Some nights have a different theme. Thursday is “True Crime Mystery Night,” Friday is “Christmas in July,” Saturday is “Dino Night” and Sunday is “Women in Sports Night.” Buy tickets at mlb.com/milb/columbia.

Sunday, July 26

Columbia Fireflies play at home
The Columbia Fireflies, Columbia’s Minor League baseball team, will play at home against Kannapolis at Segra Park, located at 1640 Freed St. in Columbia, from this Thursday through Sunday. Some nights have a different theme. Thursday is “True Crime Mystery Night,” Friday is “Christmas in July,” Saturday is “Dino Night” and Sunday is “Women in Sports Night.” Buy tickets at mlb.com/milb/columbia.

Tuesday, July 28

Community Artisans & Farmers Market
Every Tuesday through Oct. 27 is Community Artisans & Farmers Market at North Springs Park in Richland County (1320 Clemson Rd.). From 2 to 6 p.m., you can celebrate regional farmers, artisans and small businesses with your patronage. It is free to attend. There is free produce, baked goods, homemade crafts and more. There are also family-friendly activities. Contact the Community Artisans & Farmers Market at 803-807-3238 or manager@communityafm.org with questions.

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