COLUMBIA, S.C. — Hopefully you've gotten through Halloween, the "official" first holiday event of the season, unscathed. Now is not the time to slow down! There's still plenty to do on the weekends -- Homecoming games for Allen and South Carolina, arts & crafts shows, and lots of live music and entertainment are on the schedule.
And if you haven't had enough, there are a few Halloween events lingering.
One more thing -- don't forget to set your clock back an hour Saturday night as Daylight Savings Time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday morning.
Here is a sample of things to do this weekend:
THROUGH OCTOBER 31
HalloScream Laser Lights, 1:30 p.m. weekdays, 2:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; South Carolina State Museum, 301 Gervais St. A family-friendly planetarium experience with laser lights choreographed to Halloween classics such as “Thriller,” “Monster Mash,” “Ghostbusters” and more. $13 adults, $10 children (ages 3-12), $11senior (ages 62+)
THROUGH NOVEMBER 2
Deceased Farm Haunted Attraction, various times, 382 Olde Farm Rd., Lexington. A self-guided haunt through 6 buildings, 3 outdoor areas and creepy corn field mazes. Tickets $30, $45 fast pass, $70 VIP (includes skipping the line to enter, free souvenir lanyard, one midway game ticket, one escape room ticket, and $5 off any regular priced t-shirt or hoodie in the gift shop
THROUGH NOVEMBER 10
Something’s Afoot, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday (no showing on Halloween), Town Theatre, 1012 Sumter St. Ten strangers are trapped in an English mansion during the storm begin to meet an untimely demise, one by one. Can you figure out who dun it?
THROUGH JANUARY 5
French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850-1950, Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St. A showcase of works from the era’s leading artists, including Paul Cézanne, Marc Chagall, Camille Corot, Edgar Degas, Henri Matisse, Claude Monet, Berthe Morisot, and more.
WEDNESDAY, October 30
USC Visitor Center Ghost Tours, 7-9 p.m., McKissick Museum on the University of South Carolina Horseshoe, 945 Bull St. Take a walking tour around the haunted locations around the USC campus. Free, but register online
FRIDAY, November 1
Fall Back Fest, 5:30-9:30 p.m. 100-300 blocks State Street, West Columbia. Welcome Fall with this free event featuring live music by The Big Time Band and Six One Five Collective, art, food and drinks
Sporting Clay Tournament, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Hermitage Sporting Grounds, 2362 Tickle Hill Rd., Camden. A day of raffle prizes, shotgun clay shooting, live auction, BBQ lunch, and more. Proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Paint the Town Garnet & Black Block Party, 6-9 p.m. Five Points Fountain. Come dressed in your best garnet and black to celebrate University of South Carolina Gamecock Homecoming weekend. Food and drink available, live music by The Rood Doctors.
The War and Treaty, 7:30 p.m. Harbison Theatre, 7300 College St., Irmo. This GRAMMY nominated husband-and-wife duo brings their electrifying act to Columbia. Opening act Kentucky Gentlemen
The Big HC Pt. II featuring Sexyy Red, Jeezy, Bossman Dlow, YTB Fatt, Blacc Zacc ,and PG Ra. 8 p.m. Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln St. Celebrate Homecoming season with an evening of hip hop and rap performances.
FRIDAY & SATURDAY, November 1 & 2
Pig on the Ridge, Ridgeway. Friday night is everything BUT pork samples and a street dance; Saturday, festival opens at 9 a.m., BBQ judging starts at 9:30 a.m., BBQ sales start during judging and are available while supplies last. Pro and amateur teams compete for prizes.
Fall Coin Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Medallion Center, 7309 Garners Ferry Road. The Midlands Coin Club’s Fall show features more than 75 tables and over 30 vendors. Coins, currency, tokens, medals, jewelry and more
FRIDAY through SUNDAY, November 1-3
10 Minute Plays, 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. Chapin Theatre Company, 721 Chapin Rd., Chapin. A selection of original work from local playwrights, desserts and drinks available with the show.
SATURDAY, November 2
Soda City Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Main Street Columbia. Come out and check out the vendors and the food along Main Street
Palmetto Luna Arts’ Day of the Dead Celebration, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St. Celebrate the Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) with live music, arts and crafts, folkloric dances, live painting session and other cultural activities.
Little Red Riding Hood, 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Columbia Marionette Theatre, 401 Laurel St. An irreverent take on the classic fairy tale… with puppets!
HOMECOMING: Allen University vs Central State University, 2 p.m. The Yellow Jackets celebrate homecoming against the Marauders at Westwood High School Stadium, 180 Turkey Farm Rd., Blythewood.
HOMECOMING: USC vs Texas A&M, 7:30 p.m. Williams-Brice Stadium. The Gamecocks are back in action after a bye week to take on the visiting Number 10 Aggies. Prognosticators have this as a close game, so come out and root for the home team!
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, November 2-3
2024 Midlands Christmas Arts & Crafts Market, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, noon-4 p.m. Sunday. South Carolina State Farmers Market, 3483 Charleston Hwy., West Columbia. Annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Market presented by Midlands Crafters Association. Over 160 crafters and vendors, silent auction to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank.
SUNDAY, November 3
Live drawing & signing by Marvel Comic artist Jerry DeCaire, noon-5 p.m. Heroes & Dragons, 1807 Bush River Rd. Jerry DeCaire is one of the earlier artists for Wolverine and Deadpool – before Deadpool was cool – and has illustrated Iron Man, Thor and Dr. Strange as week as other independent characters.
First Sunday at the State Museum, noon-5 p.m. South Carolina State Museum, 301 Gervais St. General admission is only $1 for guests on the first Sunday of the month.
Sesqui Artisan’s Market, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sesquicentennial State Park, 9564 Two Notch Rd. Local arts and crafts perfect for collecting and gift-giving include ceramics, jewelry, fine art and more.
Essential Plants for Pollinators, 3-4:30 p.m. Stormwater Studios, 413 Pendleton St. Explore the native plant garden at Stormwater Studios with gardener Karen Murphy. Attendees will also be provided with freshly harvested native plant seeds. Free, but donations accepted.
Lexington County Veteran’s Parade, 3:30 p.m. Main Street, Lexington. Honor the brave men and women how haver served our country
Newberry Opera House Guild Oyster Roast, 4 p.m. Newberry Opera House Courtyard, 1201 McKibben St., Newberry. Enjoy fresh Bowens Island Oysters while supporting the Newberry Opera House! Live music, food and drink
COMING NEXT WEEKEND, November 8-10
SC Underground Film Festival a three-day celebration of all genres of film from around the world at Nickelodeon Theater
Pelion Peanut Party, two days of peanuts, BBQ, music, car shows and more family-friendly fun
