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Things to do in Aiken - July 2025
Dated: June 29 2025
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🌞 Things to Do in Aiken, SC – July 2025
Whether you're a visitor or local, July in Aiken offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and vibrant community spirit. From 4th of July celebrations to equestrian competitions, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
🎉 General Activities & Community Events
- July 4 – Village at Woodside Celebration & Fireworks: Live music by Preston & Weston, food vendors, and fireworks at SRP Park in North Augusta.
- Fridays – Pickleball & Pizza: Weekly fun at Two Notch Road. Free games and community hangout.
- July 5 – Gaston Market Day: Explore handmade crafts, antiques, food vendors, and history at Gaston Livery Stable.
- Saturdays – Historic Trolley Tours: Guided downtown trolley tours and Livery Stable visits. Check the Aiken Visitors Center schedule.
- All Month – Hopelands Gardens Events: Free yoga in the gardens, summer concerts, and nature walks under the oaks.
- July 12 – Taste of Aiken Cooking Show: Featuring Chef Chad Jajczyk and local culinary vendors at Aiken High School.
- July 12 – Family Paint & Sip: Art workshop at Aiken County Public Library. All ages welcome.
- Thursdays – Amp the Alley Live Music: Enjoy live performances downtown with bands like King Size and M.M.S. Trio.
- July 26 – Pups ‘N Suds: A fun community dog wash fundraiser to benefit local animal shelters.
Don't forget to enjoy Aiken’s scenic trails, paddle at Aiken State Park, or explore the Aiken Center for the Arts for rotating exhibits and workshops.
🐎 Equestrian Events in Aiken – July 2025
- July 9 – Schooling Dressage Collection: Hosted at Bruce’s Field – low-pressure, quality training opportunity.
- July 12–13 – “Only in America” USEF/USDF Dressage Show: Rated dressage competition. No jackets required in July heat!
- July 16 – Hunter/Jumper Institute: Learn from pros in this hands-on clinic at Bruce’s Field.
- July 18 – Eventing Academy X-Country Schooling Day: Practice your cross-country skills at Stable View (10 am – 4 pm).
- July 19 – Stadium Jumping Schooling Day: Ride timed rounds and train on stadium jumps at Stable View.
- July 20 – Eventing Academy Horse Trials: A full day of dressage, stadium, and cross-country competition.
- July 29–30 – Emerging Athlete U21 East Clinic: Advanced clinic for rising junior riders, hosted at Stable View.
Visit the Aiken Horse Park and Stable View Calendar for the latest updates on July events and competition schedules.
💫 Enjoy Summer in Horse Country
July in Aiken brings together the best of equestrian life and southern hospitality. From concerts and markets to dressage and cross-country events, there’s no shortage of things to do—whether you’re riding, spectating, or simply soaking up the charm.
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