Aiken is Now Home to the 12th South Carolina Cultural District
05/17/2024

Aiken is Now Home to the 12th South Carolina Cultural District

The South Carolina Arts Commission announced on May 17, 2024, that Aiken is now home to the 12th South Carolina Cultural District as voted by their board of directors. The Aiken Downtown Cultural District is the first South Carolina Cultural District in the Central Savannah River Area. Residents and

Market in The Alley Vendor Information
05/01/2024

Market in The Alley Vendor Information

Are you a farmer, visual artist, or artisan? Are you looking for an exciting, hip venue in which to reach new audiences with your farm fresh produce, crafts, or art? We are currently seeking vendors to participate in Market In The Alley, held in The Alley Thursday evenings in June, from 6-8 pm.Conti

Celebrate National Tennis Month with Exciting Events at Weeks Tennis Center
05/01/2024

Celebrate National Tennis Month with Exciting Events at Weeks Tennis Center

AIKEN, SC — The City of Aiken Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Department announces a series of special events at the Weeks Tennis Center throughout May in celebration of National Tennis Month. Located at 1745 Two Notch Road, the center invites residents of all ages and skill levels to participate. Ad

Hampton Ave NE Rail Crossing Repair
05/01/2024

Hampton Ave NE Rail Crossing Repair

Aiken Railway and the City of Aiken Engineering and Utilities Department will collaborate to repair the rail tracks at Hampton Ave NE and Union St. NE. Continue reading on our website

Aiken Department of Public Safety Open House
05/01/2024

Aiken Department of Public Safety Open House

Come join us for our annual Aiken Department of Public Safety Open House. The event will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2024, from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Aiken Public Safety, J. Carrol Busbee Headquarters Building (located at 834 Beaufort St NE in Aiken)!Continue reading on our website

Feast on Fun: Hunger Games Movie Night – Free Food for Teen Tributes!
04/30/2024

Feast on Fun: Hunger Games Movie Night – Free Food for Teen Tributes!

The City of Aiken Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department cordially invites you to celebrate the last day of school by joining our inaugural Teen Movie Night on Thursday, May 30, 2024. The movie screening will occur in Gym 1 of the Odell Weeks Activities Center at 1700 Whiskey Road.Continue reading

“Take-A-Hike” at Beverly D. Clyburn Generations Park
04/29/2024

“Take-A-Hike” at Beverly D. Clyburn Generations Park

The City of Aiken Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Department announces the Take-A-Hike event on Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Beverly D. Clyburn Generations Park, 700 Mack Henry Holland Dr, Aiken, SC 29801.Continue reading on our website

City of Aiken Public Pool Swim Lessons
04/29/2024

City of Aiken Public Pool Swim Lessons

Aiken, SC – Learn the key skills of swimming and water safety! The City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department will hold swim lessons for all ages taught by Red Cross certified instructors. Youth swim lessons are held in two-week sessions Monday – Thursday.Continue reading on our website

National Train Day 2024
04/24/2024

National Train Day 2024

All aboard for fun! National Train Day, an annual holiday celebrating the impact trains have had on our Nation, will be held at the Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum (406 Park Avenue SE) on Saturday, May 11th from 10 am to 2Continue reading on our website