Festivals & Events in Lake City, SC

We host many different events throughout the year that are family-friendly and all are culture-filled. These events include: Easter Eggstravaganza, MFBG Beerfest, MFBG Wine Stroll, Hometown Holidays, Artfields, Rhythm & Q's Live Music and BBQ Competition, and much more.

Jun

18

Lake City Farmers Market

The Bean Market

Join us at the National Bean Market each Thursday, May-November, 12PM-6PM for our Lake City Farmers Market! Come out for fresh produce, local craftsmen, and fun activities!

Jun

18

Paint Like Picasso

Olio Studio

Students learn the basics of painting with acrylic paint. They learn how to properly use a variety of brushes and different painting techniques.

Jun

23

Kids Storytime Art

Olio Studio

Kids Storytime Art: Every Tuesday, we will read a different book and then your child will create a project inspired by the book. The times are 1:00PM-2:30PM.

Jun

23

Muddy Buddies

Olio Studio

Bring your littles to Olio Studio on Tuesdays from 3:00pm-4:30pm for Muddy Buddies. We will help introduce them to ceramics! Hope to see you there!

Sep

19

MFBG BEER FEST

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Travel to breweries across the Southeast without ever leaving Moore Farms Botanical Garden’s scenic grounds during the 7th annual MFBG Beer Fest.

Jun

19

The Blood Connection Blood Drive

East Main

Are you wanting to give back to your community? Join us in our partnership with The Blood Connection in donating blood and get Antibody Testing for free!

Jun

19

Men's Sock Giveaway

The Greater Lake City Community Resource Center

We are inviting the men of greater Lake City to the Greater Lake City Community Resource Center on Friday, June 19, 2020. It will be from 10AM-12PM! Join us!

Jun

13

Garden Open - It's Summertime

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

We can definitely promise garden fragrances and a blanket of color in June when you visit the garden. We hope to see you there on June 13th from 8AM-1PM!

Jun

3

Spring Fling Clothing Giveaway

The Greater Lake City Community Resource Center

Are you in legitimate need of clothing? Join us for a FREE clothing giveaway for men, women, boys and girls of all sizes! You must bring your own bag!

May

30

Life After Lockdown with Lyn Avenue

The Stables

Lyn Avenue will be providing live entertainment! The group you loved that kicked off Rhythm & Q's is back in Lake City! Come see them at The Courtyard on May 30th!

May

20

Diaper Day

The Greater Lake City Community Resource Center

Do you know a guardian in sincere need of diapers for their baby? Invite them to our Diaper Day! We will distribute FREE size 3 and size 5 diapers to those who make an appointment.

May

16

Garden Open: May Day

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Come walk our beautiful 65-acre garden for free, and let us bring a sense of normalcy back into your life. There's plenty in bloom to enjoy! Bring a picnic lunch if you so desire

Apr

1

ColorMe 5K Run/Walk

ACL Building

ArtFields 5K Walk/Run is a splash fest in which you become the canvas! The race in downtown Lake City begins and ends with a splash of color- on you

Apr

1

Inside The Circle

Marshall's Marine

A new event being piloted by the Canadian Broadcasting Company and SC ETV that transforms rural workplaces into concert spaces, encouraging audiences to see their community in a new light!

Mar

28

Plant ID: Bulbs and Annuals

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

When flowers bloom, you’re probably not thinking much about the part of the plant that’s underground: the bulb, rhizome, tuber or corm. This class will take place both indoors and out.

Mar

26

Nutrition Workshop

BioSpine Health & Wellness, LLC

Making Chiropractic and Wellness care accessible for Practice Members in our community! Join us for our Nutrition Workshop on March 26th at 6pm!

Mar

26

Close Encounters of the Insect Kind

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Have you ever wondered if the insects spotted in your garden are harmful or beneficial? This class will cover how you can tell. Learn to recognize pest damage.

Jan

31

The Depth of Wire

TRAX Visual Art Center

This show will feature his very first wire sculptures and all of his favorite wire creations whose making paved the way for his most recent, and perhaps most meaning filled sculptures.

Mar

12

Sister Act

Lake City Community Theatre

The Lake City Community Theater will present the musical comedy Sister Act! This production will be going on for 4 days, March 12th-15th, 2020.

Jan

31

Formicarium

Formicarium

The objects and environments that he created are fueled by encounters with natural forces, both real and imagined. His intent is to remind us of our relationships to forces of nature.

Mar

14

Garden Tea Party

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Join us for a delightfully refined, full-service Garden Tea Party at Moore Farms Botanical Garden! You'll spend the afternoon in our beautifully landscaped garden!

Mar

13

9th Annual Pioneers of Lake City

Inn at the Crossroads

The Lake City Boys & Girls Club is excited to once again host the Pioneers of Lake City Celebration, honoring citizens of Lake City in the areas of Community Service, Education, and Entrepreneurship.

Mar

11

Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration

Lake City Public Library

The Lake City Public Library will be presenting storytime to pre-schoolers, ages 2-5 years old on March 11th. Parents are encouraged to bring their children to this weekly

Mar

7

Orchid-ology: Growing Indoors

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

The golden rule for orchid success indoors is to duplicate the plant’s natural conditions as closely as possible. Each attendee will pot their own orchid to take home.

Mar

5

Volunteer Kick-Off

The Bean Market

Volunteers will be the engine that drives this 9-day celebration of art, music & much more. ArtFields is seeking enthusiastic people to join our volunteer team!

Mar

5

Starting Seeds Indoors

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

MFBG is going to give you a leg-up on the growing season with this class. When you start growing seeds indoors, it gives you a few extra weeks of growing time.

Feb

29

Knife Skills 101

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Get the hang of using your knife properly, and you’ll be saved from lots of frustration and time (and possibly injuries!). So, come learn how to show your knife who’s boss.

Feb

28

Blue & White Door Hanger Workshop

Olio Studio

Come paint a door hanger inspired by the Blue and White patterns from Delft Pottery! Choose from any of the Door Hanger shapes below: A -Letter B -SC Home C -Ginger Jar D -Custom Shape

Feb

25

History Fields

Ron McNair Life History Center

This event has the discussion on the development of Lake City as well as the local history of the town. We invite everyone to come and join in the learning of Lake City history!

Feb

22

3rd Annual "Repack the Backpack" Jamboree

The ROB

It's a school jam fest and you're invited! Healthy Blue has got you covered with games and gifts to get you excited for school season at no cost to you!

Feb

20

Love The Arts

The Stables

Local artists headline an evening of music, wine, and dessert. Don't miss the silent auction! All proceeds go to arts education in our community schools.

Feb

20

Flower Pot Gnome Home

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Every yard can use a whimsical, creative touch, why not add a gnome home? Gnomes are said to be magical protectors of our plants and soil. They have been spotted in many gardens all across the globe!

Feb

8

15th Annual Oyster Roast

The Bean Market

’s that time of year again! Please join the ladies of the Lake City Junior Woman's Club for the 15th Annual Oyster Roast Fundraiser, featuring live music by Jebb Mac Band!

Feb

8

Plant ID: The Nitty Gritty Basics

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Flowers, leaves, stem, fruits. These are the parts of a plant we can see. Morphology is the study of the form, structure and types of these parts of a plant.

Feb

5

Wine Down Wednesday

Visit Lake City SC Visitors Center

This month and next, we will be featuring local artist, Sarah Helen Mishoe. Did we mention complimentary hors d'oeuvres and wine?! We hope to see you there on Wednesday, February 5 from 5PM to 7PM.

Jan

30

Art After Dark: Pick Your Own Valentine's Day Paintings

Olio Studio

Art After Dark: Pick Your Own Valentine's Day Paintings! The choice is yours! Pick any design that you want to paint! Art After Dark takes place on January 30th from 6:30 PM to 9 PM!

Jan

30

Plant ID: The Nitty Gritty Basics

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Flowers, leaves, stem, fruits. These are the parts of a plant we can see. Morphology is the study of the form, structure and types of these parts of a plant.

Jan

23

Art After Dark: Vienna Van Goat Painting

Olio Studio

Paint this fun goat painting to brighten your day! Or choose any of the other animal paintings we offer! Art After Dark takes place on Thursday, January 23rd, from 6:30 PM-9 PM!

Jan

21

History Fields

Ron McNair Life Center

This event has the discussion on the development of Lake City as well as the local history of the town. We invite everyone to come and join in the learning of Lake City history!

Nov

8

Nature Nurture

TRAX Visual Art Center and Jones-Carter Gallery

Nature / Nurture highlights the work of seven artists, focusing on pieces that explore – through form, material, subject, and concept – our complicated, interdependent relationship with the natural...

Jan

11

Botanical Candles

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Get your home smelling fresh! Join Rebecca Turk, MFBG Director of Education and Events, for a lovely morning making handmade candles. Featuring beautiful botanicals!

Dec

19

Wreath Wonderland

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Tis’ the season to decorate! Add a fresh evergreen wreath to your home for the perfect festive touch this season. With proper care it can last for months!

Dec

14

Wreath Wonderland

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

A stunning holiday wreath isn’t that hard to make – just gather the right supplies, a few seasonal embellishments and a healthy dose of holiday spirit. Wreath Wonderland

Dec

8

Candlelight Tour of Homes

Historic Lake City

Please join us on the Candlelight Tour of Historic Lake City, SC featuring five beautiful homes decorated for the upcoming Christmas season. You are able to purchase your tickets through a Junior...

Dec

6

Hometown Holidays

The Bean Market

Mark your calendar for the highly anticipated Hometown Holidays Festival, the first weekend in December in downtown Lake City, South Carolina! Plan to spend your weekend shopping & strolling the...

Dec

7

Colorful Winter Garden

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Let’s explore the endless plant options and design practices that ensure a garden has interesting color and texture to rival the beauty of spring, summer, and fall.

Dec

7

Enchanted Fairy Gardens

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Create your own enchanted fairy garden for the holidays! Spend the morning fashioning your magic world using natural materials to build a home fit for a fairy.

Dec

7

Garden Lecture Series: Finding and Promoting Climate Change-Friendly Plants for a Changing Climate

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Finding and Promoting Climate Change-Friendly Plants for a Changing Climate. Join us on Saturday, December 7 from 10:30AM-Noon. The cost is $15 per person.

Dec

4

Wine Down Wednesday

Lake City Visitors Center

Come enjoy some great ART from regional artists - that can also be purchased! This month and next we will feature a dozen artists from Black Creet Arts of Hartsville, SC.

Nov

26

History Fields

Ron McNair Life Center

This event has the discussion on the development of Lake City as well as the local history of the town. We invite everyone to come and join in the learning as well as learn more how much Lake City...

Nov

22

Jingle Bell Market

Florence Center

Join us for the spectacular holiday event of the year featuring handmade crafts, gifts, vintage finds, apparel, monogram items, jewelry, beauty, wellness products and gourmet food treats.

Nov

23

Model Train & Vintage Toy Show

The R.O.B.

Stop by the R.O.B. to board the train to childhood. Multiple vendors with model trains of various gauges for sale, as well as various model train set parts.

Nov

16

Cocktails & Cuisine

The Stables at The Inn at the Crossroads

Cocktails and Cuisine brings together the culinary expertise of Crossroads on Main with Chef Jacques Larson of Wild Olive and Obstinate Daughter for a memorable, multi-course meal

Nov

15

Garden Open: Nature in November

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

There is still plenty to see in the garden despite winter’s approach. Snapdragons, pansies, chrysanthemums and marigolds have just been planted. Did you know November’s birth

Nov

16

Dog Daze

Moore Farms Botanical Gardens

This day’s going to the dogs! Bring your pooch to take a nice stroll through the garden putting you both in a “dog daze.” A professional photographer will be onsite to take pet/owner pictures...

Nov

7

Terrariums

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Terrariums are a fun way to incorporate plants into your décor with minimal maintenance. It’s indoor gardening at its finest and easiest. Leave it to instructor Rebecca Turk to know all about...

Nov

2

Holiday Appetizers

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Entertaining for the holidays? Get the party started with some amazing apps will tantalize the taste buds and add a festive touch to the celebration.

Nov

2

Lit For Literacy

The R.O.B.

The annual “Lit for Literacy” Jamboree, promotes literacy with fun games and activities for the entire family. The Jamboree’s purpose is to increase the value of literacy within the community by...

Nov

2

Bug Bungalows

Moore Farms Botanical Gardens

Come spend the morning with us exploring the wonderful world of insects! Did you know insects have homes too? They are always working hard in the garden, so we want to make sure the helpful ones...

Oct

31

Main Street Trick or Treat

Main Street

Bring the kids and come Trick or Treating Downtown Lake City for a fun, family friendly and safe event! All children 15 years & younger are welcome and please come in costume!!!

Oct

26

BOOtanical Garden

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Get the whole family together and put on your best costumes for an enchanted Halloween afternoon at MFBG. Experience the bewitchingly beautiful garden like never before, while the little ones enjoy...

Oct

24

Writers in the Round

The Bean Market

Taking a cue from Nashville’s Bluebird Café, this live performance shines the spotlight on Nashville’s hottest songwriters; Frank Rogers, Brent Anderson, Monty Criswell, and Lynn Hutton.

Oct

19

Hippie Fest 2019 (Fall Edition)

Cook Farm House

Hippie Fest is a grassroots festival where free-spirited people from across the country gather to celebrate peace, love, and all things groovy!

Oct

18

Rhythm & Q's BBQ & Live Music Competition

The R.O.B.

Get ready for Lake City’s annual Rhythm & Q’s BBQ and Live Music Competition, offering $45,000 in total cash prizes! Save these dates because you don’t want to miss Rhythm & Q’s.

Oct

19

Pee Dee Back Country Days (Fall)

Whitehead Infirmary

Revolutionary war reenactors & demonstrators: Native American, blacksmithing, soap/candle makers, woodcrafts, and Indigo processing.

Oct

19

Gardening with Grasses

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Few plants can compare to ornamental grasses for nearly nonstop performance, strength and visual impact. That’s only a few of the reasons gardeners like growing them. They’re also tough...

Oct

19

Fall Fishing

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Bring the family to enjoy the morning together with some fishing fun! Our Fishing Pond is stocked with bluegill, bass, and more for catch-and-release fishing. We will provide one pole per child.

Oct

17

Four Seasons in One Day: Dazzling Woody Plant Suggestions for Four Seasons of Interest in the Landscape

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Landscapes are meant to be enjoyed year-round, not just in the warm-weather months. All you need are a few tips, tricks and treats to develop a more interesting garden ending.

Oct

11

Garden Open: Celebrate Fall

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Fall has officially arrived and with its luxurious fall color. Verdant green foliage has become an array of russet and gold, and Mother Nature is teasing us with crisp temperatures.

Oct

11

2nd Annual Greater Lake City Community Baby Shower

The Bean Market

Expected moms are cordially invited to the biggest baby bumpy party in Greater Lake City! During our 2nd Annual Community Baby Shower, moms can receive free baby clothes...

Oct

4

Fiesta Friday

Sauls Street

Fiesta Fridays are celebrations of local community, held on Sauls Street. The monthly events, typically scheduled on the first Friday of the...

Oct

3

2nd Annual Senior Citizen's Fall Carnival

The ROB

Join us for a day of fun and festivities as we have a community carnival for our senior citizens! Informational speakers will be on hand to answer questions about various health topics.

Oct

3

Aquatic Landscapes

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Unlike water features that just have water with plants surrounding it, water gardens actually provide an environment that can sustain and promote plant life growth within it.

Sep

28

¡Viva! Pee Dee

R.O.B.

Music, dancing, food, and fun! Come celebrate the hispanic culture with friends and family. All of this and more will be found at the 2nd Annual ¡Viva! Pee Dee Hispanic Heritage Festival!

Sep

28

Paws on the Pad

Splash Pad at Lynches River County Park

It's a dog gone good time at the Lynches River County Park Splash Pad! Please come out for a fun time where the dogs can have just as much fun as the kids in the water.

Sep

24

History Fields

Ron McNair Life Center

This event has the discussion on the development of Lake City as well as the local history of the town. We invite everyone to come and join in the learning as well as learn more how much Lake City...

Sep

19

SC Tobacco Festival

Village Green

A fun-filled, family friendly weekend originally started topay homage to the tobacco farmers/farms/auctions that meant so much to the economy in the Lake City area. Live bands, local performances...

Sep

21

Eco Print Scarves

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Eco printing is essentially a direct contact printing method, drawing out pigments from plants to make interesting and often surprising marks on protein (silk) fibre

Sep

20

Garden Open: Stroll in September

Moore Farms Botanical Gardens

We’re on the cusp of the Autumnal Equinox, meaning the first day of fall is right around the corner. What better way to mark the shift from summer to fall than a visit

Sep

21

Hardy Palms

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Yes, palms can withstand a deep winter freeze. For example, the Saw Palmetto Palm (also known as Sabal Palm) grows all over southeastern United States and is cold hardy

Sep

19

Art Explorers

ArtFields

At Art Explorers, children develop their inner artist with hands-on experiences across all art disciplines. This year, instructors come from an array of businesses and artists...

Sep

19

How to Make Your Own Black Gold

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Anyone who’s spent at least a little bit of time in a garden knows earthworms are great. And their poop is great, too! That’s why many gardeners who want to avoid using chemical fertilizers...

Sep

12

Mediterranean Dishes

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Mediterranean dishes are both colorful and crave-worthy, featuring ingredients like olive oil, whole grains, fish, legumes, fruits and vegetables.

Sep

7

MFBG BeerFest

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Enjoy beer from over 40 local and regional craft breweries and devour delicious local food truck eats. With your tasting glass in hand, you’ll also experience the botanical garden as a festival...

Sep

6

Fiesta Friday

Sauls Street

Fiesta Fridays are celebrations of local community, held on Sauls Street. The Greater Lake City Community Development Office hosts the monthly events, typically scheduled on the first Friday...

Sep

5

Power Hour Lunch

Lake City Visitors Center

LUNCH IS ON US! Join Visit Lake City SC this Friday, September 6 from 12PM to 1PM and make the most of your lunch hour by networking and meeting new people inside the Visitors Center!

Sep

5

Lake City Farmers Market Terrarium Class

The Bean Market

Join us for a special class with Moore Farms Botanical Garden. You will be able to create your own terrarium and take it home with you once you are done.

Aug

27

History Fields

Ron McNair Life Center

Please join us in exploring Lake City in 1934 leading up to the Great Bank Robery of Palmetto State Bank. On Sept. 5, 1934 the bank was robbed by three armed men.

Aug

23

Dual Gallery Opening

TRAX Visual Art Center and Jones-Carter Gallery

Come out for the first look at exhibitions by Ryan Lytle in TRAX Visual Art Center and Rafael Barros in Jones-Carter Gallery! Enjoy meeting the artists in person, plus hors d'oeuvres and drinks.

Aug

17

Garden Lecture Series: Crinum Lily Farm

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Well-known plantsman Jenks Farmer is a renowned bulb expert, focused specifically on Crinums. Owning of an amazing Crinum Farm, Jenks will do an in-depth presentation focused on crinum selection for..

Aug

11

Southeast Wedding & Event Expo

The R.O.B.

The Southeast Wedding & Event Expo is the premier wedding show in the Pee Dee area. Presented by Savvy Soiree, the expo is a wonderful opportunity for brides, grooms, and their families to meet and...

Aug

9

Films at the Farm

Moore Farms Botanical Gardens

Films at the Farm is a unique outdoor movie experience showcasing some of the most stunning landscapes MFBG has to offer. Pull up your camp chair

Aug

9

Garden Open: Back to School

Moore Farms Botanical Gardens

August can be a hectic time with getting children ready for a new school year, so come recharge your batteries with us at the garden. Feel the weight lift from your shoulders as you wander the grounds

Aug

10

Lake City Police Department 2ND Annual Golf Tournament Captains' Choice

Lake City Country Club

Lake City Police Department Presents the Second Annual Golf Tournament Captains Choice. Proceeds benefiting the Lake City PD Youth Fund. This is an all ages event!!!

Aug

7

Wine Down Wednesday

Lake City Visitors Center

Wine Down Wednesday is Visit Lake City’s monthly networking event from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. inside the Visitors Center located at 110 East Main Street.

Aug

6

Continuum Grand Opening

The Continuum

Please join us to celebrate the opening of The Continuum. There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony that begins at 10 a.m., followed by an open house until 2 p.m. Governor Henry McMaster and...

Aug

3

Suspending Disbelief by Jenny Fine

Jones-Carter Gallery

Join us for a FREE evening of interactive art! Students from the community will be participating in workshops led by Jenny Fine and will make her art come alive through performance on Saturday night.

Aug

2

Fiesta Friday

Sauls Street

Fiesta Fridays are celebrations of local community, held on Sauls Street. With multiple vendors participating to provide tasty food & drinks, lively music to get the crowd dancing, fun & engaging kids

Jul

27

Native Plants in Your Own Backyard

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Have you ever walked through your yard and wondered what the name of a plant is and how it got there? Many traditional Southern landscape plants you grew up watching your grandmother plant...

Jul

25

Lake City Games on the Green

Village Green

“Games on the Green” Old School Game Night Event on Thursday, July 25th from 6pm-8pm at the Village Green. This is an opportunity to engage our youth over the summer .

Jul

20

Films at the Farm

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Films at the Farm is a unique outdoor movie experience showcasing some of the most stunning landscapes MFBG has to offer. Pull up your camp chair...

Jul

13

Beer Cocktails

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Beer mixed with lemonade, soft drinks, liquor or another beer can make for a tasty combination and be a big hit at your next party! So, give mixology a try and transform your favorite brew into a...

Jul

12

Garden Open: July in Bloom

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

The dog days of summer are upon us, so visit the garden to get the most out of the season. Crepe myrtles are arguably the stars of the show in July, but so are sunflowers.

Jul

13

Sauces, Gravy and Pesto

Moore Farms Botanical Garden

Chef Johnathan Polson with Victor’s Restaurant will teach the class some of the tastiest, easiest and – dare we say – sauciest recipes for sauces, gravy and pesto. Once you’ve mastered these...

Jul

13

Theatre Park Volunteer Clean-up

Theatre Park

There will be a volunteer clean-up event at Theatre Park on July 13 at 9AM. Volunteers will be gathering to lend a helping hand to MFBG! Once clean-up is done, volunteers will get...

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