Each week, The Augusta Chronicle will publish a list of options for things to do in the Augusta area. Please note that the events in this list are subject to rescheduling, cancellation, or selling out.
It's time for the Fair!
What: Georgia-Carolina State Fair
When & Where:
Oct. 16-25, Augusta Exchange Club Fairgrounds, 1101 4th St., Augusta. The fair opens at 5 p.m. Monday-Friday and at noon on Saturday and SundayDetails: Fair organizers are promising a bigger, better fair with more rides, a pristine midway, and plenty of agricultural exhibits and competitions. There will be rides, games, entertainment, a petting zoo, pony rides, and pig races, and livestock shows. For more information on rides, exhibits,
entertainment, and tickets, visit www.georgiacarolinastatefair.com. Children 12 and younger and all active duty military and veterans get in free with a valid ID. Anyone 17 and younger must be accompanied by a parent. Visit www.georgiacarolinastatefair.com for more information.
Catch "Casper" movie at The Miller
What: "Capser" is a supernatural fantasy-comedy film loosely based on the classic cartoon "Casper the Friendly Ghost." It's a family-friendly film.
When & Where: 2 p.m. Sunday at The Miller theater at 708 Broad St., Augusta.
Details: Admission is free, but tickets should be reserved in advance at https://allevents.in/augusta/this-weekend.
Halfshells & Hogs
What: An annual fall food event by North Augusta Forward featuring oysters, charcuterie grazing table,football viewing on a big screen, barbecue, drinks, live entertainment from The Dusty Angels, and more.
When & Where: 5-8 p.m. Saturday on Center Street at the Greeneway Tunnel in North Augusta.
Details: Tickets are $50-$65. To order tickets and for more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1351905756572652/ or https://checkout.square.site/merchant/BCS574W36DYSR/checkout/IV5K3G5JJ54HRVRGIFB3BTZB?fbclid=IwY2xjawU95iVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mBWJyaWQRMTcwZWR6eE9pSk9GeGpGdW1zcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe6mz5EpYNN-lelaQw1LZJlLT85id_BiB6Gqw0QuVowaja4lwTg5RoOTWQhQM_aem_kOaj8rgHHz1Knm57g21uYw
Columbia County Fall Thing
What: Abilene Baptist Church is hosting this free event for toddlers through 5th grade children.
When & Where: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at Evans Towne Center Park.
Details: There will be inflatables, amusement rides, balloons, face painting, candy, and more. Local vendor will have food for purchase. There will be a dedicated area for special needs children. To register children or sign up to help with the event, visit https://myabilene.org/fall/.
Irish music at the Morris
What: A performance of traditional Irish music
When & Where: 2-3 p.m. Sunday at the Morris Museum of Art at 1 10th St., Augusta.
Details: Traditional Irish music will be performed by classically educated violinist Bella Issakova and multi-instrumentalist Rand Clepper in the SRP Auditorium. The performance is free.
Jennifer Miller covers food and business for The Augusta Chronicle. She can be reached at jmiller@USATodayco.com.
This article originally appeared on Augusta Chronicle: The fair, some Irish music, and more make a great weekend in Augusta
