Plan to attend an event here in the country.
It’s always a good time to visit our region. With our warmer climate, we can enjoy outdoor activities all year long. From spending the long summer days on the water to enjoying beautiful lake views and sunsets, there are plenty of things to do like festivals, concerts, museums, tournaments, birdwatching excursions and a whole lot more. See what’s happening below.
Upcoming Events to Discover in Summerton, SC
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Nov 5 @ 4:00 PM - Nov 8 @ 10:00 AM EST | Carolina King Retreat
2026 Kayak Fishing Dads (KFD) Retreat
A Lake Marion retreat for kayak anglers who are dads, featuring lakeside cabins, guided fishing, fireside Q&As with top creators, three nights of shared lodging, three dinners,...
Explore eventNov 6 @ 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM EST | Holly Hill Library
First Friday
Holly Hill Library and the Town of Holly Hill present a family night with local food trucks, a screening of The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown, free popcorn, and a holiday bazaar f...
Explore eventNov 7 @ 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST | Downtown Elloree
Elloree Cars & Coffee
Cars & Coffee from 8am-11am in Downtown Elloree on Cleveland Street, Elloree, SC. Category: Car Meet.
Explore eventNov 7 @ 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST | Sumter First Assembly of God
Family Fun Fest + Craft Fair
An indoor/outdoor family event with vendors, food trucks, jump castles, games and door prizes.
Explore eventNov 7 @ 9:00 AM EST | SCWA Wildlife Education Center
Waterfowl Heritage Festival
A family-friendly outdoor heritage festival featuring live music, vendors, food trucks, a vintage gear market, family activities, team games including the Heritage Cup and Duck...
Explore eventNov 7 @ 9:00 AM EST | SCWA Wildlife Education Center
Waterfowl Heritage Festival
A family-friendly outdoor heritage festival featuring live music, vendors, food trucks, a vintage gear market, family activities, team games including the Heritage Cup and Duck...
Explore eventNov 7 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST | Outside Inn Campground
First Saturday Farm Morning
A self-paced, family-friendly morning at Outside Inn Campground and Farm. Explore walking trails, observe farm animals, participate in rotating hands-on farm experiences, play y...
Explore eventNov 7 @ 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM EST | Orangeburg County Fine Arts Center
Sweetgrass Basket Workshop
Join master basket maker Gail Wright for an introduction to the art of sweetgrass baskets. $60 per person.
Explore eventNov 7 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST | Outside Inn Campground
First Saturday Farm Mornings
A public farm experience at Outside Inn Campground where visitors can meet friendly animals, explore the property, and enjoy a relaxed morning outdoors. Admission is listed as $...
Explore eventNov 7 @ 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST | Sumter County Gallery of Art
Candlemaking
Discover the joys of candlemaking. Students will learn about different types of waxes and how to scent and dye personalized candles, experimenting with dipping and pouring techn...
Explore eventNov 7 @ 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST | 5501 Edgehill Road, Sumter, SC 29154
Pop Up shop- Sumter SC
Join us for a family oriented day of shopping, games, food & more . GET YOUR FREE TICKETS NOW . Vendor applications are welcome.
Explore eventNov 7 @ 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM EST | The Ross Centre
6th Annual Blue Gala
A formal cultural gala presented by Thee Blueprint Collective, featuring formal attire and a royal blue, black, and silver color theme. Tickets are available through the organiz...
Explore eventNov 7 @ 5:00 PM - 11:30 PM EST | Private event field
COUNTRY GONE WILD FIELD PARTY
Country Gone Wild Field Party Part 2 is an in-person outdoor field party with line dancing, music, food, and Southern-country entertainment. The event is presented by Tremain Ha...
Explore eventNov 10 @ 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM EST | Holly Hill Library
Teen Night & Manga Club
Free play along with gaming competitions, manga, and other fun activities for ages 11–17. Registration is required.
Explore eventNov 10 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST | Claflin University Student Center
The Promise: Untold Stories of SC’s African American Patriots Dinner Theatre followed by a Revolutionary Conversation
A historically rooted dinner-theater production by the Claflin Theatre Ensemble about six Black South Carolina patriots captured by the British during the American Revolution, f...
Explore eventNov 11 @ 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST | Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Veterans Day Orangeburg District American Revolution Tour
A free, reservation-only bus tour of Revolutionary War sites in the Orangeburg District, including the Battle of Orangeburg, the Battle of Eutaw Springs, and the Battle of Fort...
Explore eventNov 11 @ 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM EST | Old Santee Canal Park, 950 Stony Landing Rd, Moncks Corner, SC 29461-2944, United States
Time for Tots- Thanksgiving
Come enjoy some special time with your child(ren) ages 2 - 5 as we do a wide variety of things. We may read a book, watch a movie, or do some Thanksgiving arts and crafts! Time:...
Explore eventNov 11 @ 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EST | John McCants Veterans Park
Veteran's Day Ceremony
Join the City as we salute our Veterans at John McCants Veterans Park in Goose Creek.
Explore eventNov 11 @ 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM EST | Eutaw Springs Battlefield
Veterans Day Oyster Roast / Lowcountry Boil at Eutaw Springs
A free, public Veterans Day gathering at the Battle of Eutaw Springs featuring historical context, fellowship, oysters and/or lowcountry boil, and beverages. RSVP is required by...
Explore eventNov 12 @ 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM EST | The Market Pavilion- 418 East Main Street- The Market Pavilion is inside The Moncks Corner Regional Recreation Complex. We are directly behind Delta Pharmacy.
Moncks Corner Farmers Market
Come shop at the Moncks Corner Farmers Market every Thursday from April 2nd to November 12th from 3- 7pm. We are located at The Market Pavilion. Each week we will have a variety...
Explore eventNov 12 @ 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM EST | La Piazza / Rafters at Quixote Hospitality
Pours and Pairings
Join us for Pours and Pairings this November! Taste the wines of the season. Your ticket includes 6 exclusive wine tastings and 2 light bites, with an opportunity to purchase fa...
Explore eventNov 13 @ 12:00 AM - Nov 14 @ 12:00 AM EST | Moncks Corner Regional Recreation Complex
SBN Invitational Barbecue Championship
An invitation-only South Carolina-style barbecue championship featuring the Moncks Corner Rice Ruckus, Kids Que, pork, chicken, ribs, a brisket throwdown, and a sweet pie throwd...
Explore eventNov 13 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST | Michael J. Heitzler Recreation Complex
Gingerbread Cookies Event
A hands-on gingerbread cookie event. Additional event information was not yet published by the organizer.
Explore eventNov 13 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST | Goose Creek Recreation Complex
Cookies with Santa
A holiday family event at the Goose Creek Recreation Complex.
Explore eventMultiple Dates | Carolina King Retreat
Santee Monster Kayak Anglers Tournament of Champions
A two-day kayak-fishing tournament held on Lake Moultrie on November 14, 2026, and Lake Marion on November 15, 2026. The champion award ceremony will take place at Carolina King...
Explore eventNov 14 @ 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST | Fair Memorial Building
16th Annual Silver Bells Craft Show
A free arts and craft show featuring handmade pottery, jewelry, woodworking, textiles, and other handcrafted goods from local and regional artisans. Free admission and parking.
Explore eventNov 14 @ 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST | Cypress Gardens
Berkeley County Residence Free Day and Fall Plant Sale
Berkeley County residents receive free admission with proof of residency. The event includes a fall plant sale at Cypress Gardens.
Explore eventNov 14 @ 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST | Unity Park and Main Street
Fall Pickin in the Corner
The Town of Moncks Corner has partnered with Collectors Corner Antiques to bring the 4th Annual Fall Pickin in the Corner to Main Street. This event brings together antiques, vi...
Explore eventNov 14 @ 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST | Cypress Gardens
From the Declaration to Direct Action: How Revolutionary Ideals Shaped Later Freedom Movements
A public Berkeley 250 history program at Cypress Gardens’ Heritage Room examining how Revolutionary ideals shaped later freedom movements.
Explore eventMultiple Dates | Millford Historic Site
Millford Historic Site Guided Tour
Advance-reservation guided tours of Millford Historic Site, a historic Greek Revival house and landscape in Pinewood. Admission is $20 to support the Richard Hampton Jenrette Fo...
Explore eventNov 14 @ 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM EST | 2 S Main St, Sumter, SC 29150
Blue Crabs & Beer Feast - Sumter Original Brewery
Please join us for the Blue Crabs & Beer Feast on Saturday, November 14th at Sumter Original Brewery.
Explore eventNov 14 @ 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM EST | Central Creek Park
Cultures in the Creek
The third annual Cultures in the Creek event celebrates diversity in Goose Creek.
Explore eventNov 15 @ 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST | Belmont Luxury Barn
Derby Sunday
A Southern-hospitality event at Belmont Luxury Barn inviting guests to come dressed in their Derby best and enjoy a social gathering with Southern charm.
Explore eventNov 15 @ 12:00 PM EST | Orangeburg Municipal Airport
South Carolina Breakfast Club - KOGB
Every other Sunday since 1938, pilots and aviation enthusiasts have met for breakfast at an airport somewhere in South Carolina and a few surrounding states missing only events...
Explore eventNov 15 @ 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST | Crosswind Farm
Crosswind Farm turns 10 years old
Crosswind Farm anniversary celebration with farm entry, animal viewing, optional animal-experience packages, feeding, snow cones, stuffy making, baby kangaroo holding, capybara...
Explore eventNov 15 @ 3:00 PM EST | Carolina Dance Academy
Trunks, Treats, and Holiday Beats!
Holiday-themed community event presented by Carolina Dance Academy.
Explore eventNov 16 @ 12:00 AM - Nov 21 @ 12:00 AM EST | Mepkin Abbey St. Francis Retreat Center
2026 Crèche Festival
Seasonal visual-arts and cultural festival at Mepkin Abbey featuring nativity displays from around the world. Advance reservations are required.
Explore eventNov 16 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST | Sumter County Gallery of Art
Adult Pottery II
Learn the basics of hand building and wheel throwing ceramic pieces, producing projects completed with glazed finishes. Led by instructor Zoë Monnier.
Explore eventNov 17 @ 11:30 AM EST | Orangeburg County Library Art Studio
11:30 Get Art, Get Smart: Alberto Giacometti
A children’s art-history and hands-on art class exploring Alberto Giacometti. Art supplies are provided. Children must be at least 4 years old; children under 12 must be accompa...
Explore eventNov 19 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST | Sumter Museum
28th Annual Backcountry Oyster Roast
Annual Sumter Museum oyster roast with all-you-can-eat oysters, additional food, beer, wine, and live music by Chappell Court Band. Member and non-member ticket options are list...
Explore eventMultiple Dates | South Carolina Motorplex
Germanaire Drag Day and Social
A visitor-oriented motorsports weekend featuring drag racing, a Show & Shine car show, swap meet, vendors, music, food, and activities open to VWs and other cars. Friday include...
Explore eventNov 20 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST | Sumter County Gallery of Art
Ceramic Christmas Trees
Using clay, students will sculpt three pine trees for winter décor. Pieces will be glaze fired by gallery staff and available for pickup one to two weeks after the class.
Explore eventMultiple Dates | Manning Municipal Parking Lot
Smokin Fur A Cause (SCBA)
Two-day South Carolina Barbeque Association competition and community fundraiser benefiting A Second Chance Animal Shelter. Friday features an “Anything Butt” tasting competitio...
Explore eventNov 21 @ 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST | Berkeley County Farmers & Artisans Market
Berkeley County Holiday Festival #BCHF2026
A holiday festival featuring local artisans, crafters, small businesses, specialty foods, food trucks, entertainment, and more. Visitors are invited to shop local for holiday gi...
Explore eventNov 21 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST | Orangeburg County Fairgrounds
The Market at the Orangeburg Fairgrounds
Free holiday-shopping vendor market featuring crafters, artists and artisans selling vintage, antique, homemade and unique goods.
Explore eventNov 21 @ 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST | Watermark Bar & Grill
Carolina Cruizin Monthly Cruise-in
A free, public monthly cruise-in at Watermark Bar & Grill featuring fellow car enthusiasts, games, interactive activities, and recognition prizes for standout vehicles. Carolina...
Explore eventNov 21 @ 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST | 34 South Artillery Drive, Sumter, SC 29150
Tri-County Vettes Thanksgiving Gala
Get ready for a fun night of good food, great company, and Corvette vibes at the Tri-County Vettes Thanksgiving Gala!
Explore eventNov 21 @ 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM EST | Old Santee Canal Park
2026 Tinsel Trot Holiday Fun Run/Walk
Saturday, Nov. 21st LINK TO REGISTER: https://oldsanteecanal.recdesk.com/Community/Program Old Santee Canal Park presents the 14th annual Tinsel Trot Holiday Fun Run/Walk! Every...
Explore eventNov 22 @ 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST | Loring Mill
Megan Woods Concert
Megan Woods brings The Truth Tour to Sumter with special guest Jeremy Rosado. The concert begins at 7:00 PM, with doors opening before the show.
Explore eventNov 23 @ 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM EST | Edisto Memorial Gardens
Children’s Garden Christmas Walk
A free seasonal holiday light display at Edisto Memorial Gardens featuring a drive-through route with more than 60 still and animated displays and an interactive Kids’ Walk with...
Explore eventNov 24 @ 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM EST | Manning Presbyterian Church
Clarendon Pilot Club Bazaar
A holiday food bazaar featuring homemade biscuits, pies, cakes, and candy. Visitors are invited to support the Clarendon Pilot Club in Manning.
Explore eventNov 28 @ 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM EST | Bowman Dragway
The BONFIRE 2026
Thanksgiving-weekend festival at Bowman Dragway with a large bonfire. Guests are invited to bring coolers, chairs and tents; featured guests were to be announced. Age 21 and over.
Explore eventNov 28 @ 6:00 PM EST | Moncks Corner Regional Recreational Complex
Celebrate the Season
Holiday-season community event at 1 Riverwood Drive. Admission is $10 per vehicle or $20 per bus. The event is presented as a holiday lights experience for visitors and local fa...
Explore eventNov 29 @ 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM EST | Weldon Auditorium and downtown Manning parade route
Manning Christmas Parade of Lights
Manning’s annual Christmas parade of lights begins near Weldon Auditorium and travels through downtown Manning, featuring illuminated floats, community participants, Christmas m...
Explore eventDec 1 @ 12:00 AM - Dec 31 @ 11:59 PM EST | Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital and surrounding downtown display areas
Festival of Trees
A community holiday display featuring Christmas trees sponsored by local residents, businesses, and organizations. The 2026 display is scheduled for December 1–31 at Prisma Heal...
Explore eventDec 1 @ 6:00 PM EST | Swan Lake Iris Gardens
Fantasy of Lights
A free holiday light display at Swan Lake Iris Gardens featuring more than one million lights. The 2026 display opens following the December 1 opening ceremony and runs nightly...
Explore eventDec 2 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST | Town Hall Complex
Drive-Through Nativity
Area churches come together to present the Story of Jesus in a drive-through Nativity at the Town Hall Complex.
Explore eventDec 3 @ 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM EST | Berkeley County Library - Moncks Corner
Storytime
Come listen to stories and dance with friends at Storytime at Moncks Corner Library. Storytime is open for all children and incorporates multi-sensory activities.
Explore eventDec 4 @ 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST | Unity Park and Main Street
33rd Annual Tree Lighting in Unity Park
Please join us to celebrate Christmas in The Lowcountry's Hometown. Our 33rd Annual Tree Lighting will have live performances by local school groups, the Mocolotive, vendors and...
Explore eventDec 4 @ 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST | Unity Park
33rd Annual Tree Lighting in Unity Park
Please join us to celebrate Christmas in The Lowcountry's Hometown. Our 33rd Annual Tree Lighting will have live performances by local school groups, the Mocolotive, vendors and...
Explore eventDec 5 @ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST | 309 Avian Pavilion Ln, Ridgeville, SC 29472, 33.128010, -80.311870
Camp Hall Guided Bird Walk
Discover something new in Berkeley County! Join us at Camp Hall—a vibrant, up-and-coming commerce park in the heart of the Lowcountry—for a guided bird walk on Saturday, Decembe...
Explore eventDec 5 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST | Joe Miller Park
Jingle Bell Dash 5K
A festive 5K walk/run in Elloree with live and virtual participation options, holiday costumes, jingle bells for participants, awards, and community fundraising support for the...
Explore eventDec 5 @ 10:00 AM EST | Cypress Gardens
Santa in the Swamp
Cypress Gardens' Christmas event will be a festive celebration filled with holiday cheer, featuring special visits from Santa Claus and the Grinch. Families will enjoy cheerful...
Explore eventDec 5 @ 6:00 PM EST | Main Street
Nighttime Christmas Parade
Join us for our Nighttime Christmas Parade. Bring your chairs and find a spot along the route. The parade will begin in front of Delta Pharmacy and travel down Main Street. It w...
Explore eventDec 6 @ 5:00 PM EST | Southern Methodist Church of Summerton
The Christmas Story
Christmas Story presentation and music service through songs, Scripture, and presentation materials.
Explore eventDec 10 @ 7:00 PM EST | Cornerstone Church
The Nutcracker and The Polar Express
Orangeburg Civic Ballet’s holiday dance production combining the traditional story of The Nutcracker with The Polar Express.
Explore eventDec 11 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST | 900 Stony Landing Rd, Moncks Corner, SC, United States, South Carolina 29461, 900 Stony Landing Rd, Moncks Corner, SC 29461-2944, United States
Holiday In The Park - MULTIPLE DATES
Holiday In The Park offers families and friends a place to gather and celebrate the holidays. Enjoy free visits with Santa Claus, crafts, food, and festive activities. Entry is...
Explore eventDec 12 @ 12:00 AM EST | D&G Outdoors
D&G Outdoors Pheasant Tower Hunt — 200 Birds
Bookable pheasant tower hunt at D&G Outdoors’ private farm in Holly Hill. The experience includes a 200-bird pheasant shoot, 14 shooting stations, BBQ lunch, non-alcoholic bever...
Explore eventDec 12 @ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST | Well Watered Ministries
Shop with a HERO
Shop with a HERO
Explore eventDec 12 @ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST | Carolina Backcountry Homestead
BACKCOUNTRY CHRISTMAS
A seasonal event at the Carolina Backcountry Homestead presented by the Sumter Museum.
Explore eventDec 12 @ 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM EST | Town of Santee Municipal Complex
Town of Santee Christmas Parade
The Town of Santee’s annual Christmas Parade celebrating the holiday season with residents, businesses, churches, schools, civic organizations, and community groups.
Explore eventDec 12 @ 5:00 PM - 11:30 PM EST | 700 West Liberty Street, Sumter, SC 29150
Sumter's Southern Soul Christmas Concert
WEST LOVE PERFORMING HER GREATEST HITS LIVE
Explore eventDec 12 @ 6:00 PM EST | Cleveland Street
Elloree Lighted Christmas Parade
Celebrate the season with the Town of Elloree’s Lighted Christmas Parade. Businesses, churches, clubs, and community groups are invited to participate with festive, lighted entr...
Explore eventDec 14 @ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST | Sumter County Library
Family Craft Time — Sumter County Disabilities and Special Needs Board
Family Craft Time — Sumter County Disabilities and Special Needs Board
Explore eventDec 16 @ 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST | Palmetto Goodwill
AARP Smart Driver™: Palmetto Goodwill - Orangeburg
snacks and water provided. Feel free to bring lunch. Bring AARP card and Drivers License. Free CarFit assessment available after the course.
Explore eventDec 17 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST | Orangeburg Fine Arts Center
Holiday Jingle and Mingle
A festive holiday gathering at the Orangeburg Fine Arts Center with music by DJ Donald Ceasar, hosted as a Samaritan House holiday fundraiser.
Explore eventJan 7 @ 12:00 PM - Jan 9 @ 12:00 PM EST | Orangeburg County Fairgrounds
63rd Annual Grand American Coon Hunt
Annual event at the Orangeburg County Fairgrounds featuring two two-hour night hunts and two bench shows. Camping information is available from the fairgrounds.
Explore eventJan 23 @ 5:00 AM EST | Hunter Kinard Tyler School
Scandinavian Relay 2027
A 40-mile relay race through the South Carolina towns of Norway, Denmark, Sweden, and Finland. Teams may consist of 1 to 8 members, with the course divided into eight legs. The...
Explore eventJan 23 @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST | 300 College Avenue, Orangeburg, SC 29117
Copy of Can I Borrow Some Trust?
“Can I Borrow Some Trust” is a phenomenal stage play!
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Year-Round Signature Events
It’s always a good time to visit Santee Cooper County, South Carolina! From spending the long summer days on the water to enjoying beautiful lake views from a cabin in the winter, there are plenty of things to do year-round here in Santee Cooper County. Known as a nature lover’s paradise, Santee Cooper County invites you to visit our little piece of heaven.


