2023 South Carolina State Fair | Columbia, SC

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The South Carolina State Fair is here, but it won’t be for long (October 11-22, 2023)! It’s a great place to enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities, including rides, games, food, and entertainment. The fair is held every year at the fairgrounds in Columbia, South Carolina.

Here are some of the things you can expect to see and do at the South Carolina State Fair:

  • Rides: there are a variety of rides for all ages, and the best part is that they are sectioned off!

  • Games: There are also various games at the fair, where you can try to win prizes.

  • Food: The fair is known for its delicious food - my favorite Fiske fries and fresh squeezed lemonade. Check out the map to plan your eating adventures! 

  • Entertainment: FREE Circus shows, exhibits, live music, and animals! 

I remember going to the state fair as a little girl, and it has always brought me so much joy. Now, I get to make these memories with my kids. If you want to get the best experience, be sure to plan your day. There is so much to do outside of enjoying the rides. Stroll through the Cantey Building to view fine art, photography, or local student’s artwork. Next, you’ll want to head to the Goodman Building to see the sand sculpture - its a must!

What’s New:

Donut Dog

Introducing DeAnna’s Donut Dog, the mouthwatering sensation that includes a homemade long john donut and an all-beef hot dog, topped with bacon and donut glaze for an extraordinary flavor explosion. DeAnna’s Donut Dog proudly holds the prestigious title of “Best New Food” at the 2022 Florida State and Steele County Fairs. Its undeniable popularity makes it an absolute must-try at this year’s S.C. State Fair.

Mexican Street Corn Sundae


Indulge in a mouthwatering delight of this signature creation made with fresh-cut fries layered with warm chile con queso cheese, sweet corn, Mexican spices, crumbled cheese, cilantro lime crema, crushed corn chips, and topped with your choice of cajun shrimp or sirloin steak.

Pumpkin Spice Funnel Cake

Experience the comforting flavors of pumpkin spice and luscious cream cheese icing – adding a creamy, tangy twist to a freshly made funnel cake. This is the ultimate autumn indulgence.



The South Carolina State Fair is a great place to have fun and make memories with family and friends. Be sure to check it out this year!

Here are some tips for making the most of your visit to the South Carolina State Fair:

  • Buy your tickets in advance to save money.

  • Arrive early to avoid the crowds.

  • Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be doing a lot of walking.

  • Remember the clear bag policy.

  • Have fun!

Family Halloween Costume Ideas

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Halloween is just around the corner, so it's time to start thinking about costumes! If you're looking for some family-friendly ideas or group Halloween costumes, then look no further; any of these will be a crowd-pleaser for sure! I’ve had so much fun creating these over the years; one year, my daughters and I did DIY Lego brick costumes.

Where's Waldo?

Where's Waldo is a classic children's book character who is always getting lost in crowds. He's the perfect costume for a family of four, as each person can dress up as a different character from the book. The dad can be Waldo, the mom can be Wenda, the son can be Wally, and the daughter can be Woof. You can also do this as a solo costume, it works great when your job requires a lot of moving around. 

Scooby Doo

Velma and daphne halloween costume

Scooby Doo is another classic children's character who is always getting into trouble. He's the perfect costume for a family or group of friends. The main characters include Scooby Doo (dog), Shaggy, Velma, Daphne, and Fred.

It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown

charlie brown halloween costumes

Charlie Brown and The Peanuts are classics, and it was so much fun to recreate these looks. This is perfect for a large group or family. You can choose from a variety of options.

school supply halloween costumes

Chick-Fil-A Crew

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The Christian Way is a faith and lifestyle blogger. Military wife and mommy of two, she shares real-life moments and colorful living, in hopes of helping other people embrace messy and unpredictable life experiences.

Who doesn’t love Chick-fil-A? This is a great family costume that can also be used for Cow Day to score some free food! These costumes are straightforward to recreate with a bit of fabric you can iron on the spots!

Pixar Cars

Pixar Cars is a popular children's movie that shares the story of the popular racing car Lighting McQueen, and my son is obsessed! It's the perfect costume for a family as each person can dress up as a different character from the movie: the most popular Lightning McQueen, Mater, Finn McMissile, and Sally Carrera.

Construction Crew Halloween Costumes

Construction Crew

This one requires a little creativity, but it can be done. My son loves building and I wanted to be sure I could make something happen with this idea. I found this construction cone costume and costume jacket for him. If you have more people, throw in a traffic light, or a stop sign.

Peter Pan

Take an adventure to Neverland with this fun family costume idea.

Character Highlights:

Peter Pan, Wendy, Tinkerbell, and Captain Hook

Creator: @_thechristianway

The Flintstones

Wilma and fred flintstones costumes

I grew up watching The Flintstones and choosing any one of these characters was a lot of fun! Are you team Flintstones or Rubble? 

Toy Story

Minions

It’s so easy to have fun with this costume. You probably already own a pair of jeans; you can grab the accessories here, and you’re good to go. Grab a few pals and have a blast!

Star Wars

May the 4th be with you!

Creator: @_thechristianway

The Wizard of Oz

Take a trip down the yellow brick road with The Wizard of Oz. You can have so much fun when putting this look together.

Character highlights:

Dorothy, The Tin Man, The Cowardly Lion, The Wizard of Oz. Scarecrow, Glinda, and The Wicked Witch of the West.

Creator: @_thechristianway

Super Mario Brothers

The Addams Family

The Addams Family is iconic and makes a great group costume idea; below are great examples for Wednesday and Pugsley Addams!

Character Highlights:

Wednesday, Morticia, Uncle Fester, Gomez, Cousin Itt, Lurch, and Grandmama.

These are just a few ideas for family Halloween costumes to get you started. With a bit of creativity, you can come up with your own unique and memorable costumes that the whole family will enjoy. So, get started planning your outfits today!

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