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Take Your Family to the 2022 South Carolina State Fair

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Have you ever been to the South Carolina State Fair in Columbia, SC? This year, the fair will be in town from October 12th to October 23rd, 2022. The SC State Fair is an exciting fall tradition that dates back over 150 years ago!

Each year, the fair brings in thousands of people from all around the state who enjoy all of the great things it has to offer – games, prizes, rides, food, and animals just to name a few! Whether this is your first year attending or if you’ve been to the State Fair in the past, keep reading as we will walk you through how to save money on tickets, what to expect inside, where to park, what to bring with you, and more! 

SC State Fair rides

This article includes:
About the SC State Fair
When Should I Go to the SC State Fair?

Tickets & Parking at the Fair:
Save Money: Discounted SC State Fair Tickets
What is the State Fair Lunch Bunch Deal?
Where Do I Buy Ride Tickets or Wristbands for the SC State Fair?
SC State Fair Parking

What to Expect at the SC State Fair:
Layout of the Fairgrounds
What to Bring to the SC State Fair
Rent Strollers, Wheelchairs & More
When is Sensory Friendly Morning at the Fair?

State Fair Favorites:
State Fair Rides
State Fair Food
State Fair Concert Schedule
The Circus at the State Fair

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Search for Owls at Night at Congaree National Park During a Ranger-Guided Hike near Columbia, SC

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Many people don’t know that our national and state parks have pretty cool events throughout the year. One of them – the Owl Prowl – is quite the adventure at Congaree National Park in Columbia, SC and Kristina has all the details. 

The more I’ve visited local, state, and national parks, the more I’ve learned about the Ranger programs offered, and wow, every single one I’ve been to or done with my kids has been awesome. When I saw an event for the Ranger-guided Owl Prowl in Congaree National Park in Columbia, SC, I immediately signed up. 

Owl Prowl at Congaree National Park
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