Get ready for a vibrant spring lineup in Aiken, SC, headlined by the 50th season of the Hopelands Concert Series kicking off April 21. This beloved free Monday night show runs through June 30, showcasing diverse acts like The Whiskey Business Band and The Experiment I-20 Horns on the scenic outdoor stage at Hopelands Gardens. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic dinners—just no alcohol—and enjoy music under the sky with rain contingencies moving the show indoors.
Notable April highlights:
- April 24-25: Motown & More concerts at the Amentum Center spotlight soul and R&B classics.
- April 24: Legendary Drifters perform at Newberry Opera House.
- April 25: Bluegrass group Della Mae brings their roots sound to Newberry.
- April 26: Packed day featuring Run United races downtown, Historic Beech Island and St. Thaddeus tours, plus National Poetry Month celebrations combining workshops and open mics.
- Weekly jazz Thursdays with 4 Cats in the Doghouse at The Willcox.
Looking ahead to May:
- May 2-4: Foodees Food and Culture Festival returns to Newberry Street with culinary delights and cultural experiences.
- May 10: Aiken Music Fest kicks off with Soulfeathers Psychedelic at Highfields Event Center and a Spanish-themed concert from Aiken Symphony at USC Aiken’s Etherredge Center.
- Regular weekly activities keep the community connected, from bingo to bridge and support groups.
- The Savannah River Site Museum offers free Wednesday-Saturday visits.
Late May highlights:
- May 18: Aiken Civic Orchestra chamber concert featuring Brahms and Schumann.
- May 19: Wounded Warrior Charity Golf Classic at Woodside Plantation Golf Course.
From free outdoor concerts to community cultural events, Aiken’s spring calendar offers plenty to keep festival lovers and culture seekers entertained through late spring. Stay tuned to the Festival Wire for live updates and more festival news!
Source: Today’s events for April 20