Serene18 Paddle Race

It's time to get those paddles saddled for the second annual Serene18 Paddle Race! This year's race will take place on the Dam Route! Starting from the Below Dam Recreational Area, the race course will continue for 7 miles downriver and end at the train tracks on the Savannah River. Continue to…

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Shamrocks in the Park Scavenger Hunt

The fourth annual Shamrocks in the Park Scavenger Hunt begins March 1 and runs through March 16 at Savannah Rapids Park! Get the kids active as you search for hidden shamrocks around the park and learn a few interesting facts along the way. To participate: Stop by the Columbia County Visitors…

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Savannah Rapids Love Lock Event

This Valentine’s Day, you can forget the flowers and candy. What your sweetie really wants is a unique and special gift—just like them. Lucky for you, we have the key to unlocking the perfect gift. On Saturday, February 10, the Columbia County Visitors Center is hosting a one-day Love Lock event. We…

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U.S Paralympic Track and Field Event Coming to Columbia County

Harlem High School will be the site of the Winkler Farm Invitational, along with the US Paralympic Track and Field Event. The event, which will be held on October 14, is expected to attract over 50 Para athletes from around the world and an additional 500 spectators. Several special guests will…

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RECTEQ FEST 2023- The art of grilling takes center stage in Evans

Join Recteq this Saturday, October 7, for a day-long festival of free music, food, and fun you won’t want to miss! At 10 a.m., the air will be filled with sizzling aromas as the live music lineup provides the perfect backdrop. The festival is not just for adults-it’s a family and pet-friendly event…

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Pumpkins in the Park

Pumpkins in the Park Scavenger Hunt begins October 2 and runs through November 4 at Savannah Rapids Park! Get the kids active as you search for fall-themed décor hidden around the park. To participate: Stop by the Columbia County Visitors Center for a checklist and map. Find all 13 fall-themed…

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PDGA Champions Cup Returns To Columbia County

The Professional Disc Golf Association’s (PDGA) first professional major of the 2023 calendar year tees off on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at the International Disc Golf Center (IDGC) located within Wildwood Park in Columbia County in Appling, Ga. This will be the second running of The PDGA Champions…

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Gear Up for Family Fun at the Columbia County Fair!

If you’re looking for fun things to do in and around Columbia County this season, bring the family to one of the best fall fairs in Georgia as the Columbia County Fair kicks off its 10-day run. From Thursday, November 2 through Sunday, November 12, the Grovetown, Georgia attraction will celebrate…

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