Friday, May 21-Thursday, May 27. Time for Some Fun! With the warm weather knocking at our door, it’s time to get out and enjoy it! Head to Frankie’s Fun Park this week to truly experience the wonderful forecast! Visit Frankie’s Fun Park for directions and hours.
Opening, Friday, May 21. The Fantasticks. This timeless fable of love manages to be nostalgic and universal at the same time. Its moving tale of young lovers who become disillusioned, only to discover a more mature, meaningful love is punctuated by a bountiful series of catchy, memorable songs, many of which have become standards. The Fantasticks makes you believe once again in chivalry, dreams and young love. Visit the Aiken Community Playhouse for showtimes and additional information.
Opening Friday, May 21. Imperial Splendor: Renaissance Tapestries from Vienna. The richness and artistic quality of the tapestries make the collection one of the most important tapestry collections in the world and one of the most magnificent of its kind. Each of these eight exquisite tapestries, intricately crafted, measures from 11- to 12-feet high and from 12- to 18-feet long. It is a rare and special opportunity that the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna is lending these magnificent works for a U.S. tour. This exhibition travels to only three cities, including Columbia. On display through September 19. Visit the Columbia Museum of Art for more information.
Friday, May 21. 2010 Main Street Marketplace. The Main Street Marketplace is an open-air market featuring fresh produce, baked goods, specialty gifts, art, handmade crafts, and much more! 10 am – 2 pm. Visit City Center Partnership for more information.
Friday, May 21. Movies in the Park: Monsters vs. Aliens! The 2nd annual series benefiting Harvest Hope Food Bank and A Home In Haiti is here! Enjoy a free movie, free drinks, free popcorn, and free Sno Cones. The Chick-fil-a cows will be around as well as a bounce house and a chance to win great giveaways to area restaurants and attractions. North Springs Park | Gates open at 7:30 p.m. | movie begins at sunset. Visit Awaken Columbia for more information.
Saturday, May 22. Bark in the Park. Treat your furry friends to a morning out and about in Lake Carolina! Enjoy access to our private small and large dog parks that will be filled with fun activities for both you and your pup! Participating pups have the opportunity to parade around the new dog park before taking turns in a splash bath, perfecting doggie art projects and taking pooch portraits. Your furry friend also will be able to compete in contests such as Best Doggie Costume and Loudest Bark. 10 am-12 pm. For more information, contact events@lakecarolina.com, visit Lake Carolina or view the flyer.
Saturday, May 22. 4th Annual Sporting Clays Tournament! New and seasoned shooters are invited to join in the fun at Hermitage Farm Shooting Sports this Saturday. Each participant will have the opportunity to shoot 100 sporting clay targets in a Lewis Class tournament, as well as participate in cash pot side games and a silent auction. Lunch, as well as safety instruction will be available. All proceeds directly benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Columbia, SC. Registration begins at 9am | $125/individual | $500/team of four | Military and Youth pricing available. Contact Alex for more information at alex@rmhcofcolumbia.org or visit RMHC of Columbia.
Saturday, May 22. Mud Mania. Mud Mania is a mud clinging, slip sliding, wet and wild obstacle course! Kids are challenged to climb, crawl, jump and slide their way through seven wet and very mucky obstacles! This FREE event includes: Mud Mania Obstacle Course (ages 7–13); Mini Mud Obstacle Course (ages 6 & under and children with disabilities ages 13 & under); and the sand castle area. Registration starts at 10:00 am | Seven Oaks Park | 10:30am-1:30 pm. Visit the ICRC for additional information.
Saturday, May 22. Blythewood Beach Bash. Come out and have yourself a Beachy-RificTime! The Town of Blythewood and the American Cancer Society are hosting their 2nd Annual Beach Bash in efforts to support cancer research on the grounds of Town Hall. There will be great food, great live music, and lots of dancing! This is a family friendly event, so bring the kids out and enjoy a terrific evening of fun! Tickets are 1/$15, 2/$25, and kids under 12 are free. 6pm-10pm | 171 Langford Road. Visit Blythewood Beach Bash for more information.
Saturday, May 22 & Sunday, May 23. Days of Thunder 4th Anniversary. Thunder Tower is turning 4 years old because of great customers like you! So don’t miss the BIG celebration! We will be Open Extended Hours and have something for everyone to do! So Join Us for all the FUN! There will be lots of vendors, beer, food, prizes, kids activities, live music, a fashion show, tattoo contest, fireworks and more! Visit Thunder Tower for a schedule of events for both days.
