West Columbia and the surrounding area come alive every fall with Halloween festivals, cultural celebrations and Thanksgiving events. These gatherings bring families together, support local organizers and create memories that last all year. Below you’ll find upcoming events near our West Columbia office, plus simple ways to keep everyone’s smile healthy through a season full of treats.
Our West Columbia dental clinic proudly provides preventive care, cosmetic dentistry, and family treatments—so you can enjoy every moment with confidence.
Festival season brings plenty of sweets, which makes it a great time for a check-up. Book a post-Halloween cleaning to catch small problems early, and if a candy mishap cracks a tooth or pulls out a filling, call us at 803-233-8177: we see dental emergencies the same day.
Enjoy treats with a meal instead of snacking all evening, drink water afterwards, and choose plain chocolate over sticky or hard candy. Sugar-free gum with xylitol helps too, because chewing boosts the saliva that protects teeth.
Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and floss once a day, and pack a water bottle for long nights out at festivals and fun runs.
| Event Name | Location | Date & Time |
|---|---|---|
| Boo at the Zoo (Riverbanks Zoo) | Riverbanks Zoo, Columbia / West Columbia | Oct 17 – Oct 30, 2026 · 6–9 pm |
| South Carolina State Fair | SC State Fairgrounds, 1200 Rosewood Dr, Columbia | Through Oct 25, 2026 |
| Chamber Un-Gala Halloween Bash | Phillips Market Center, SC State Farmers Market, West Columbia | Oct 22, 2026 |
| Fall Back Fest | 100–300 blocks of State St, West Columbia | Nov 6, 2026 · 5:30–9:30 pm |
| Shandon Turkey Trot & Burn 5K | Shandon Presbyterian Church, 607 Woodrow St, Columbia | Nov 27, 2026 · 10 am |
| Christmas in Cayce: 46th Annual Tree Lighting | Cayce City Hall, 1800 12th St, Cayce | Dec 3, 2026 · 6 pm |
More West Columbia community events are coming soon. Check back here for the next one.
The list on this page shows upcoming local events near our West Columbia office, with each event’s dates, place and a link to the organizer’s page. Events drop off the list once they’re over, so it always shows what’s next.
Tap the event name to open the organizer’s own page. It has the latest times, tickets, parking and any weather updates, so check it before you go.
Enjoy sweets with a meal rather than snacking all evening, drink water afterwards, and choose plain chocolate over sticky or hard candy. Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and floss once a day.
Rinse with warm water, save any broken pieces and hold a cold compress to the cheek if there’s swelling. Then call us at 803-233-8177: we see dental emergencies the same day.
We’d love to hear about it. Call us at 803-233-8177 or email Dentist@TodaysDentalWestColumbia.com with your event details.
We’re at 115 Medical Cir, West Columbia, SC 29169. Call 803-233-8177 or book online to schedule your visit.
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