Camden’s Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Tour – March 7-9
Join in the festivities for CAMDEN'S BICENTENNIAL LAFAYETTE WEEKEND (March 7-9, 2025), with planned events beginning the week leading up to the reenactment of the Marquis de Lafayette's 1825 visit to Camden. For details about local events taking place and for more...
Irish Fest Camden Returns – Festivities Feb. 26 – Mar. 1
Celebrating its ninth anniversary and moving to a new location for its grand final day celebration, Irish Fest Camden, the premiere Irish festival of the southeast, will be celebrated on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at the Kershaw County Airport in Camden. Throughout the...
Winter Weather Tips
As snow accumulates and/or turns to ice in the evening hours, we advise residents to avoid driving, if possible, during evening and overnight hours. If you experience a power outage or require any other City service during the winter weather, please call 803-432-2421...
Request for Qualifications – Aberdeen Historic Preservation Project
The City of Camden, South Carolina (hereafter, the “City”) invites registered architects with historic preservation experience to submit their qualifications to be considered for a historic preservation planning project for Aberdeen, Camden, South Carolina. Shawn...
Goodale State Park Unveils New Trails at 2025 First Day Hike
Nearly 200 walkers and over two dozen pets participated in the First Day Hike at Goodale State Park on New Year’s Day. John Wells, Park Manager at Goodale, led the group on a 2.4 mile hike, previewing new trails under development. Wells said, “Today, we’re walking in...
Mayor’s Cabinet Established
Mayor Vincent Sheheen has announced the establishment of the Mayor's Cabinet. The purpose of the Mayor's Cabinet is to bring together a select group of non-profits in the community who perform services often handled by municipal government in other communities. The...
Arbor Day Ceremony Honoring 50th Anniversary at Arts Center of Kershaw County
The City of Camden’s annual Arbor Day Ceremony and tree planting on Friday, December 6th commemorated the Arts Center of Kershaw County’s 50th Anniversary season this year. “I spent so many years here as a child and have so many great memories here,” said Mayor...
The 12 Days of Christmas – 2024
Camden feels extra special during the holiday season, with our lights and decorations, events and activities and the general small town charm. Parades, performances, markets and other holiday fun abound and shops and restaurants are bustling with good cheer and great...
Request for Qualifications – ERP Financial and Utility Billing Software Implementation
The City of Camden, South Carolina is seeking qualified vendors to provide a totally integrated/cloud based Financial System and Utility Billing Software. Read the full Request for Qualifications here.
Request for Qualifications – Robert Mills Courthouse Assessment
The City of Camden, South Carolina (the “City”) is seeking professional architectural and engineering services for the assessment of the Robert Mills Courthouse located at 607 Broad Street. Read the full Request for Qualifications here. An assessment of this building...