Things To Do in Augusta This Weekend: August 15-August 17
From science adventures in the swamp to soulful outdoor concerts and scenic boat rides, Augusta is packed with ways to enjoy the weekend. Whether you’re grooving to Brown Sugar at…
From science adventures in the swamp to soulful outdoor concerts and scenic boat rides, Augusta is packed with ways to enjoy the weekend. Whether you're grooving to Brown Sugar at the Candlelight Music Series or exploring local history on the canal, there's something for everyone to discover.
Candlelight Music Series: Brown Sugar
- What: Outdoor concert series on Sunday nights, May through August
- When: Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025, from 7:30 to 10 p.m.
- Where: Augusta Common, 836 Reynolds St., Augusta
- Cost: $10 at the gate, cash or card; kids 13 and under are free
The 2025 Candlelight Music Series brings live concerts, local food vendors, and the energy of Downtown Augusta. This year's lineup showcases local and regional artists, with Brown Sugar, performing old school music, Top 40, and R&B, featured on Aug. 17. Guests are reminded to leave pets at home and use the designated smoking area to help maintain a comfortable atmosphere for everyone. This series is a standout event in Augusta's summer music season.
Eco Explorers: Become a Scientist for a Day
- What: Collect and analyze water samples like a real scientist
- When: Friday, Aug. 15, and Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- Where: Phinizy Swamp Nature Park, 1858 Lock and Dam Road, Augusta
- Cost: $26.03
Step into the role of a scientist with Eco Explorers at Phinizy Swamp Nature Park. This hands-on experience invites adults to learn how Augusta's water quality is monitored and protected. You'll put on waders, take water samples, and analyze real data just like professional field scientists. This is an opportunity to conduct your own assessments while appreciating the ecosystems that sustain the region's clean water.
History and Nature Boat Tour
- What: One-hour guided boat tour highlighting historical landmarks
- When: Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. (recurring event on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday)
- Where: Augusta Canal Discovery Center, 1450 Greene St., Suite 400, Augusta
- Cost: $12 to $14
The History and Nature Boat Tour at the Augusta Canal Discovery Center is a one‑hour guided excursion aboard an electric Petersburg-style canal boat departing from Enterprise Mill. Covering roughly half the canal's length, the tour highlights historic landmarks, such as 19th‑century textile mills and the iconic Confederate Powder Works chimney. Abundant wildlife, including herons, otters, turtles, and occasionally alligators, is visible from the water. With its combination of industrial history and natural beauty, it offers a unique experience for visitors to the Augusta Canal.
Other Events
Spend the weekend enjoying live entertainment, local shopping, and family-friendly activities across Augusta. From outdoor movies and jazz performances to riverside vendors, there's something for everyone to explore and enjoy. Here's what's happening around town:
- Drive-In Movie Series: "Lilo & Stitch" Live Action: Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Salvation Army Kroc Center of Augusta, 1833 Broad St., Augusta
- Augusta Market on the River: Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (recurring event) at Augusta Market, 15 Eighth St., Augusta
- Jazz Night at Augusta Cigar Club: Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, at 8 p.m. at Augusta Cigar Club, 722 Broad St., Augusta
