From the vibrant Oktoberfest events celebrating the region’s rich German Heritage to thrilling corn mazes and cozy harvest festivals, the Lake Murray Country region offers a variety of ways to enjoy the fall season.
Oktoberfest at Bierkeller | Columbia | Friday, September 20 - Sunday, October 6 | Free
Bierkeller Columbia is gearing up for an exhilarating Oktoberfest celebration, stretching across three weekends: September 20-22, September 27-29, and October 4-6. Each weekend promises a festive atmosphere with live music, mouthwatering German food, and a diverse selection of authentic beers.
Clinton Sease Farm | Lexington, SC | Weekends from September 20 - November 3 | Tickets required
Clinton Sease Farm is the perfect destination for people of all ages looking to enter the autumn spirit. Get your fix of pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hayrides, and more all in one trip. Snap some gram-worthy pictures of you, your family, and your friends around the farm. This year’s corn maze is themed ”Home of the Free!”
Newberry Oktoberfest | Newberry, SC | Saturday, October 5 | Free
Voted best festival by the Newberry Observer’s Reader’s Choice, you don’t want to miss this Oktoberfest extravaganza. Downtown Newberry will be filled with live music and performances, German cuisine, traditional costume contests, a kids' zone, and much more!
Cayce Fall Fest | Cayce, SC | Saturday, October 5 | Free
Cayce Fall Fest takes place at Granby Gardens Park. This culturally diverse, family-friendly event features live music, a DJ, delicious food and drinks (including beer and wine), and a variety of vendors. Kids will love the free activities, including face painters, balloon artists, a petting zoo, inflatables, a hayride, and more.
Gaston Collard and BBQ Fest | Gaston, SC |Saturday, October 7 | Free
The festival starts Friday with a BBQ competition and continues Saturday with a parade, live music, free rides, delicious food, local vendors, and more!
Columbia Oktoberfest | Columbia, SC | Friday, October 11 - Sunday, October 13 | Free
Oktoberfest in Columbia spans over three days, giving you more opportunities to stop by. There will be classic Oktoberfest offerings, live Oompah bands and dancers, and tons of fun for the whole family.
Annual Newberry Harvest Festival | Newberry, SC | Saturday, October 12 | Tickets required
Enjoy an afternoon at Enoree River Vineyards & Winery with two live bands, three food trucks, and thirty local vendors at the 10th Annual Newberry Harvest Festival. You don’t want to miss the seasonal debut of their famous Cranberry Wine!
West Columbia’s Fall Back Fest | West Columbia, SC | Saturday, November 1 | Free
Celebrate fall at the 8th Annual Fall Back Fest in West Columbia! This annual event features live music, local art with street murals, and delicious food and drinks from local vendors. Not only does it offer a vibrant evening full of community fun, but it’s free to attend!
Whether navigating a corn maze, enjoying a taste of Germany, or taking pictures of a fall harvest, let us know where you are celebrating in the region by tagging us on social media using #LakeMurrayCounty. For more information and to plan your next Lake Murray Country adventure, visit LakeMurrayCountry.com.