August 2025: Things to Do in SC

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Our August 2025 festivals and events calendar includes tons of fun things to do in South Carolina. We list non-commercial events free of charge. Events must be of statewide interest — i.e., things people would be willing to travel for. Add your event here!

DATE EVENT CITY TYPE
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Aug
7
National Lighthouse Day
Recognizing the lights that guided countless sailors to safety
Coastal
Holiday
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Aug
16
Run2overcome
10K, 5K run/walk, kids fun run dash + virtual option - benefits the Julie Valentine Center's work to stop sexual violence and child abuse
Greenville
Sports
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Aug
23
Race for The ARK
5K run/walk and 1 mile fun run, youth challenge, corporate challenge - benefits services for families dealing with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia
Charleston
Summerville
Sports
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Dates TBD
24 Hour Musical
Theater artists and volunteers to produce a full-scale, Broadway-style musical production - benefits a local charity
Anderson
Arts
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Dates TBD
803 Day
Celebrate all things 803 with a festival with live music and food trucks, a citywide scavenger hunt, 5K run/walk, group photo op at the state house
Columbia
Various Locations
Festival
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Dates TBD
803 Day 5K
5K run and walk with awards ceremony to follow - benefits Cola Rose Shower's mission to promote awareness of feminine care issues
Columbia
Forest Acres
Sports
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Dates TBD
Brew at the Zoo
Evening of craft and local beer, live music, and wildlife - 21+ only event - benefits Riverbanks' conservation and education efforts
Columbia
Culinary
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Dates TBD
Dacusville Farm Show
Farm heritage family fun with parade, exhibitors showcasing tractors, steam engines, cars, trucks, craft and food vendors, kids play area
Clemson
Dacusville
Festival
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Dates TBD
Dog Day Afternoon
Celebrate the dog days of summer with man's best friend at the waterparks and pool after they have closed for the season
Charleston
Mt Pleasant James Island
Misc
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Dates TBD
Edisto Beach Shag Festival
Live music, Shag performances and plenty of dancing, arts and crafts vendors, food trucks
Charleston
Edisto Beach
Festival
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Dates TBD
Flight of the Dove
Cycling event - choose from 4 distances of metric century (62 miles), 50 mile, 30 mile, 14 mile - benefits the Hospice of Laurens County
Laurens
Clinton
Sports
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Dates TBD
Freedom Festival International
Showcasing 65+ independent films by filmmakers from around the world - hosted by Carolina Film Network
Columbia
Arts
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Dates TBD
Greenville Jewish Film Festival SummerFest
SC film premier of "Call Me Dancer," master dance class workshop, reception - hosted by the Greenville Jewish Film Federation
Greenville
Arts
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Dates TBD
Half Rubber Tournament
3 and 4 person teams - a City of Isle of Palms event
Charleston
Isle of Palms
Sports
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Dates TBD
Hot Summer's Night
5K run/walk evening road race and 1/4 non-competitive ice cream youth run
Columbia
Sports
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Dates TBD
Inclusive Prom
Retro disco-themed evening where people of all abilities, alongside their families and friends, are welcomed to enjoy music and refreshments
Charleston
Mount Pleasant
Misc
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Dates TBD
Indie Craft Parade
A celebration of all things handcrafted with 100+ makers, craft stations, local food vendors - hosted by The Makers Collective
Greenville
Travelers Rest
Arts
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Dates TBD
Jailbreak Escape Urban Challenge Run
3.1 mile run with obstacles and CrossFit-style exercises - benefits the Lexington County Sheriff's Foundation
Columbia
Lexington
Sports
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Dates TBD
Japanese Bon Dance Cultural Festival
Demonstrations, performances, activities, food, bento boxes, raffles, and games - hosted by the Japan-America Association of SC
Greenville
Festival
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Dates TBD
Little Mountain Reunion
5K road races, kids' rides, food and craft vendors, live music, cornhole tournament, classic cars, parade
Newberry
Little Mountain
Festival
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Dates TBD
Lowcountry Jazz Festival
Enjoy live performances by acclaimed jazz artists, kicking off with Friday night's All White Party - benefits Closing The Gap in Health Care
Charleston
Concert
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Dates TBD
Main Street Latin Festival
Showcasing the Latin culture through food, art, dance and music in a fun, family-oriented environment
Columbia
Festival
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Dates TBD
Olde South Timeline Ball
Period formal attire from 1700-1899 or modest modern formal-wear - formal dinner and dancing, bazaar, portion benefits Cavalry Home for Children
Spartanburg
Gala
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Dates TBD
Pinwheel Gala
Live entertainment, dinner, silent auction - cocktail attire - benefits Dorchester Children's Advocacy Center
Charleston
Summerville
Gala
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Dates TBD
SC Black Pride Week
8-day event includes Cultural Arts & Wellness Festival, Unity Block Party, Family Fun Night, Job Fair and more
Columbia
Festival
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Dates TBD
SC New Play Festival
4-day event at various locations features a wide range of musicals, plays, town halls, and an outdoor variety stage
Greenville
Arts
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Dates TBD
Senior League World Series Baseball
8-day baseball tournament for players ages 13-16 with teams from Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Australia, Canada, and USA
Clemson
Easley
Sports
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Dates TBD
Sync for Survivors
Local cancer survivors, Upstate 'celebrities,' community leaders and members participate in lip syncing competition - benefits Cancer Survivors Park
Greenville
Misc
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Dates TBD
Tribute Fest
Featuring two country music tribute bands plus local talent will perform, 20+ food and beverage vendors - hosted by the Town of Fort Mill
Rock Hill
Fort Mill
Concert
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Dates TBD
Upper South Carolina State Fair
Midway with games and rides, live entertainment, agricultural exhibitions
Clemson
Easley
Fair
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Dates TBD
Upstate Food Truck Festival
Bring your lawn chairs and tents to enjoy the local bands and food trucks offering a variety of food and drinks
Greenville
Simpsonville
Festival
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Dates TBD
Waves of Praise Gospel Fest
2-day event with lots of live music, vendors - bring your lawn chair
Myrtle Beach
Festival
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Dates TBD
Williamston Spring Water Festival
2-day event includes live music, kids' activities, amusement rides, arts and crafts, antique car show, vendors
Anderson
Williamston
Festival
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Dates TBD
York Summerfest
Live music, food trucks, kids zone, car show, arts and crafts vendors
Rock Hill
York
Festival



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