FRIDAY, AUG. 16

Ben Chapman & C0. (concert)
The Nashville Nights concert series at Steel Hands Brewing (2350 Foreman St. Cayce) rolls on with a full band performance by Ben Chapman & Co. Chapman’s music mixes rock guitar licks, groove-driven bass lines and Americana twang. A local opener kicks things off at 6 p.m., and singer/songwriter Michael Haney hosts the evening. There will be food and drink specials, including Nashville Hot Chicken and Sweet Tea Ale. This event is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/steelhandsbrewing for more information.

REV On: The Foreigner Experience (concert)
The Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St. Lexington) invites you to enjoy some classic rock with REV On. The group is a Foreigner tribute band, so you can expect to hear favorites like “Hot Blooded,” “Head Games,” “Feels Like The First Time,” “I Want To Know What Love Is” and many more. Bad Company tribute band Schoolboy Johnny opens the show at 6 p.m., and tickets are $20. Visit icehouseamphitheater.com for more information.

Blue Iguanas (concert)
Bill’s Music Shop & Pickin’ Parlor (710 Meeting St. West Columbia) welcomes the Blue Iguanas to their concert stage. The veteran band plays their fascinating mix of rock muscle and bluegrass chops from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is a $10 donation. Visit billsmusicshop.com for more information.

SATURDAY, AUG. 17

Colonial Forts Tour
12,000 History Park (1120 Ft. Congaree Tr. Cayce) hosts its weekly guided tour of South Carolina’s rich history with the Colonial Forts Tour. Walk to the site of Fort Congaree and hear fascinating stories of the struggles of the Deerskin Economy, then travel forward in time to Fort Congaree and Fort Granby. This event begins at 1 p.m. and is free to attend. The walk takes approximately two hours. Visit cayce12000years.com for more information.

Movie In The Park: Dirty Dancing
Doko Meadows Park (171 Langford Rd. Blythewood) hosts its monthly Movie In The Park night. This month’s film is the Patrick Swayze-Jennifer Grey classic “Dirty Dancing,” one of the biggest and most iconic hits of the 1980s. The movie begins at sunset and admission is free. Visit townofblythewoodsc.gov for more information.

Anthony David (concert)
Chayz Lounge (607 Meeting St. West Columbia) and Grammy-award nominated singer, songwriter and guitarist Anthony David present “An Intimate Evening of Songs.” Expect an evening of David’s own chart-topping hits like "Booed Up," "4evermore," "Something About You," "Words," "Love Out Loud," and "Beautiful Problem". Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and showtime is 8:30 p.m. Admission is $45. Dressy attire is required. Visit chayzlounge.com for more information.

SUNDAY, AUG. 18

Civil Remedy (concert)
Popular local band Civil Remedy perform at Catfish Johnny’s (1925 Johnson Marina Rd. Chapin). The group plays their lively mix of Southern rock, 90s alternative and ‘70s funk starting at 5 p.m. and running until 9 p.m. This show is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/CatfishJohnnys for more information.

MONDAY, AUG. 9

Movie Monday: The Way Way Back
Savage Craft Ale Works (430 Center St. West Columbia) hosts their weekly Movie Monday night. This week’s film is The Way Way Back, a 2013 coming-of-age comedy featuring Steve Carell, Allison Janney, Toni Collette and more. The movie starts at 8:30 p.m. and runs until 10 p.m., and there are food and drink specials available. This event is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/savagecraftaleworks for more information.

TUESDAY, AUG. 20

Historically Speaking
The Lexington Main Library (5440 Augusta Rd. Lexington) presents another edition of the “Historically Speaking” lecture series. Each month, museum staff members discuss a different aspect of Lexington County history. This lecture is presented in partnership with the Lexington County Museum and runs from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. Visit lexcolibrary.com for more information.

Music Bingo
Hazelwood Brewing Company (711 E. Main St. Lexington) hosts their weekly Music Bingo night. The game is simple: Your card has 25 squares filled with song titles & artists. The host announces the music round & then starts to play the music. Your job is to listen carefully and cross the songs & artist off your card. Fill out five in a row and that’s bingo. This event is free to attend and runs from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visit facebook.com/hazelwoodbeer for more information.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 21

Tokyo Joe (concert)
One of Columbia’s most popular rock bands continues their Wednesday night residency at O’Hara’s Public House (131 E. Main St. Lexington). Tokyo Joe takes over the O’Hara’s stage for a night of musical fun that runs from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. This show is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/oharasph for more information.

Across The County Line:
Typically, the Enoree River Winery (1650 Dusty Rd. Newberry) presents musical acts for an audience to enjoy as part of their Unpack The Porch series. On Friday, Aug. 16, however, the audience is the star thanks to Enoree River Winery Karaoke. DJ Reggie spins the tunes while you enjoy wine by the glass or bottle and some snacks from the snack bar. This event runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit enoreeriverwinery.com/karaoke for more information.

Bring the kids to the S.C. State Museum (301 Gervais St. Columbia) on Friday, Aug. 16 for its Friday Night Laser Lights display. Enjoy special shows featuring lasers choreographed to iconic music inside the museum’s 55-foot digital dome BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Planetarium. The show begins at 6:30 p.m. with hits by Michael Jackson, followed by songs by Prince and Queen. There’s a cash bar and food from the Cheese & Thank You food truck. Admission costs between $10 and $12. Visit scmuseum.org for more information.

Head over to Ridge Spring Plaza (100 Town Sq. Ridge Spring) hosts the Ridge Spring Farmer’s Market on Saturday, Aug. 17. Support local farmers, get fresh produce as well as plants for freshening up your landscaping, and browse through local arts & crafts. This event is free to attend and runs from 8am to noon. Visit ridgespringsc.com for more information.

Segra Park (1640 Freed St. Columbia) and the Columbia Fireflies baseball team host the first Columbia Taco & Margarita Festival on Saturday, Aug. 17. Not only can fans enjoy some world class tacos and margaritas, but there will also be a live DJ, live pro wrestling and more entertainment during the festival. Gates open at 11 a.m., and food and drink are served until 5 p.m. General admission tickets are $10 in advance and $20 on the day of the festival. Kids under five get in free. Visit milb.com/columbia for more information.

The Koger Center for the Arts (1051 Greene St. Columbia) and the Columbia Repertory Dance Theatre present “How To Fall Down” on Sunday, Aug. 18. Columbia Repertory reprises two audience favorites from June's concert and debuts three new works by Artistic Director and resident choreographer Stephanie Wilkins. This performance also features Jennifer Deckert, Simone Cuttino, Dale Lam and emerging choreographer Kayla Uwagbai. Showtime is 3 p.m. General admission tickets are $35, and student and senior discounts are available using the codes Student24 or Senior24. Visit kogercenterforthearts.com for more information.