Looking for things to do across the CSRA this week? Monday through Sunday, October 12–18, 2026, the region’s biggest draws are Daniel Tosh at CCPAC in Evans (Wed. Oct. 14), then a stacked Saturday: the Miracle Mile Walk, GICH Fall Festival, Colonial Times in North Augusta, Evans Market, and Black Violin at CCPAC that night. Add CandlelightJazz on Monday, Third Thursday in North Augusta on Thursday, Rock for Rescues on Friday, and a free Casper screening at the Miller on Sunday—and you’ve got a full week.
You’re looking for a good week of plans. The Fairey Team is your guide to Columbia County and the wider CSRA—Evans, Martinez, Grovetown, Harlem, Richmond County, and North Augusta. Clear days. Real addresses. Links you can trust.
All times Eastern. Always confirm with the organizer before you go.
Monday, October 12: CandlelightJazz & Columbia County Clubs
CandlelightJazz — South Augusta Sunset Edition
- When: 5:30–8:00 p.m. (event was moved to October 12)
- Where: Cambridge Neighborhood Park. Eventbrite lists the entrance as 3841 Oxford Drive, Augusta, GA 30906 (listing header also shows Hephzibah, GA 30815—use the Oxford Drive entrance noted in the update).
- Cost: Tickets via Eventbrite (organizer notes advance options and RSVP at growingaugusta.eventbrite.com). Bring seating and a picnic.
- Who it’s for: Neighbors who want live jazz outdoors at sunset
- Source: Eventbrite listing
Also Monday in Columbia County: Club Genealogy, Mahjong Free Play, Lantern Teen Craft, and LEGO Club at Evans Library; Timeless Tales Storytime in Harlem; Lego Club and Gardening 101 in Grovetown; Pub Fiction Book Club at Pizza Central in Evans (7–9 p.m.). Full day-by-day detail is in our Evans and Columbia County roundup.
Tuesday–Wednesday: Local Life + Daniel Tosh
Tuesday fills Evans, Grovetown, and Harlem libraries with ESL, storytimes, MindForge, tech help, sewing, and book club. Wednesday keeps the storytimes going—and then the region’s comedy highlight:
Daniel Tosh: My First Farewell Tour (Wed. Oct. 14)
- When: 7:00 p.m.
- Where: Columbia County Performing Arts Center, 1000 Market St., Evans, GA 30809
- Cost: $49.50 / $65 / $85 listed on the venue page; box office (706) 447-6767
- Sources: Our morning-of guide · CCPAC
Thursday, October 15: Third Thursday in North Augusta
Third Thursday and UPBEAT Concert Series
- When: 5–8 p.m.
- Where: Downtown North Augusta, SC
- Cost: Free
- Who it’s for: Anyone who wants food, shopping, and live music downtown (Fleet Feet fun run at 6 p.m.). Participants can change—check the organizer.
- Source: North Augusta Forward
Also Thursday: Columbia County library crafts and book clubs, plus a Pop Up Job Fair in Harlem (12:30–4:30 p.m.).
Friday, October 16: Young Entrepreneurs & Rock for Rescues
- Young Entrepreneurs Market at The Market Pavilion, 1005 Market St., Evans. Calendar header: 5:00–7:30 p.m.; description: 5:30–7:30 p.m.—confirm before you go. County calendar
- Rock for Rescues (FONAA benefit), Sharon Jones Riverfront Amphitheater, North Augusta. Friday, October 16, 6:30–9:00 p.m. Free community concert featuring the Johnathan Wilson Band; family-friendly activities from 6:30 p.m. SCETV event listing
Saturday, October 17: The CSRA’s Big Day
Miracle Mile Walk
- When: JOY FM schedule — 7:30 a.m. donation drop-off & store; 8:00 a.m. pre-walk program; 9:00 a.m. 3-mile fun walk starts; 10:00 a.m. post-walk celebration
- Where: Old Train Depot, 509 Reynolds St.
- Cost: Free registration; supports Piedmont Augusta breast-health services and mobile mammography
- Sources: The JOY FM · Piedmont
GICH Fall Festival & Resource Fair
- When: 10 a.m.–2 p.m. (city description and EID=8140). Note: EID=8138’s machine time shows 12:00–4:00 p.m. while that same page’s description still says 10 a.m.–2 p.m. We recommend planning for 10 a.m.–2 p.m. and confirming on the city calendar.
- Where: Carrie J. Mays Park / Family Life Center, 1014 Eleventh Avenue
- Cost: Free
- Who it’s for: Families—community resources, activities, food, and games
- Sources: Augusta calendar EID=8138 · EID=8140
Colonial Times: A Day to Remember (Living History Park)
- When: Sat. Oct. 17, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (continues Sun. Oct. 18, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.)
- Where: Living History Park, 299 W. Spring Grove Ave., North Augusta, SC 29841
- Cost: Free admission (donations appreciated)
- Who it’s for: History lovers and families—reenactors, colonial games, dancing, militia demos, and more (1735–1785)
- Sources: Our morning-of guide · Living History Park
Evans Market
- When: 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
- Where: The Market, 1005 Market St., Evans
- Cost: Free to attend
- Sources: County calendar
Black Violin Be Free Tour
- When: 7:30 p.m.
- Where: CCPAC, 1000 Market St., Evans
- Cost: $39–$79 listed
- Sources: Our morning-of guide · CCPAC
Sunday, October 18: Colonial Times Continues + Free Casper
- Colonial Times continues at Living History Park, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free. Source
- Casper | Movies at the Miller — Doors 1 p.m., show 2 p.m., Miller Theater, 708 Broad St. Free; reserve tickets in advance. General admission, first come, first served. Presented with Queensborough National Bank and Trust. Miller Theater
Columbia County’s Sunday calendar looks quiet—perfect for a canal walk or house-hunting afternoon.
Moving to the CSRA—or Selling?
Weeks like this are why people stay: a market morning in Evans, a free festival in North Augusta, a concert at CCPAC, and trails along the river. If you’re PCS’ing to Fort Gordon, read our military relocation page and Fort Gordon / VA loans / 2026 BAH guide. Tour neighborhoods we know well, or get a free home valuation.
For a Columbia County–only deep dive, see our companion post: Things to Do in Evans and Columbia County, Oct. 12–18. Last week’s roundup: Oct. 7–11.
FAQ: CSRA Events October 12–18, 2026
What is there to do in the CSRA this week?
Daniel Tosh (Wed.) and Black Violin plus Evans Market (Sat.) headline Columbia County. Region-wide: CandlelightJazz (Mon.), Third Thursday North Augusta (Thu.), Rock for Rescues (Fri.), Miracle Mile Walk, GICH Fall Festival, and Colonial Times (Sat.–Sun.), plus free Casper at the Miller (Sun.).
When is the Miracle Mile Walk 2026?
Saturday, October 17, at the Old Train Depot, 509 Reynolds St. Walk starts 9 a.m. (JOY FM schedule). Free; supports Piedmont Augusta breast-health services.
When is Colonial Times in North Augusta?
Oct. 17, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., and Oct. 18, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Living History Park, 299 W. Spring Grove Ave. Free.
Is Black Violin playing in Evans this weekend?
Yes—Saturday, October 17, 7:30 p.m. at CCPAC. Tickets listed $39–$79.
Are there free family events this week?
Yes—markets, library programs, Third Thursday, Rock for Rescues, GICH festival, Colonial Times, Miracle Mile Walk, and Casper at the Miller (reserve free tickets).
What time is the GICH Fall Festival?
City descriptions say 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Carrie J. Mays Park / Family Life Center. One listing’s machine time shows 12–4 while its text still says 10–2—confirm on the city calendar.
Is Casper free at the Miller Theater?
Yes. Sunday, October 18. Doors 1 p.m., show 2 p.m. Free; reserve in advance.
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