The mid to late September calendar in Aiken and Augusta is bursting with live music, family-friendly events, and cultural festivals. Mark your calendars and plan your nights from Sept. 10 through 30 with this definitive roundup.
September 13 Highlights
- Fried Green Tomato Festival — Leon Everette Music & Convention Center, Noon–6pm. Enjoy live bands, great local food, and vendors with a portion of proceeds supporting local churches.
- Champions: A Celebration of Queen — Newberry Opera House, 7:30pm ($65). A tribute concert capturing Queen’s iconic anthems.
- Touch-A-Truck — Family fun event in Aiken for kids to explore big vehicles and equipment.
Ongoing & Midweek Events
- “4 Cats in the Doghouse” Jazz Thursdays — The Willcox, Aiken, 7–9pm, all through September.
- Amp The Alley Series: Savannah Sunday performs Sept. 11; Country Road 49 thrills Sept. 18; Zombo electrifies Sept. 25.
- Kids Cooking Classes — Sept. 15 & 29, hands-on culinary fun for youngsters.
- Storytime & Education — Ongoing sessions at Aiken Public Library for all ages.
September 19–20 Weekend Scene
- Aiken Symphony Season Opening with Daniel Adam Maltz at Amentum Center, Sept. 19, 7:30pm ($45).
- Oktoberfest Downtown Aiken on Sept. 20, from 4–9pm featuring food, drinks, and live music.
- Balsam Range Bluegrass — Newberry Opera House, Sept. 20, 7:30pm ($35–$55). Authentic Southern bluegrass tunes in an intimate venue.
- Holistic Wellness Fair — Sept. 20 at Aiken Senior Life Services, blending culture with community health.
Closing Out September
- North Mississippi Allstars — Newberry Opera House, Sept. 27, 7:30pm ($40–$50). A heavyweight electric blues and roots show to close out the month.
- Fresh After 5 Market — Tuesdays through Nov. 25 at Aiken County Farmers Market, perfect for after-work vibes with local vendors.
This September lineup across Aiken and Augusta is perfect for festival lovers craving everything from rock and blues to jazz, bluegrass, and cultural gatherings. Follow Extra Chill Festival Wire for dynamic real-time updates and insider coverage.
Source: Today’s events for Sept. 10