Things To Do
Discover Your Perfect Camden Experience
Think You Know Camden? Think Again.
What’s Your Passion?
Think you know the real Camden? This place and its people might have a few surprises for you. Camden is rich in history; radiating a culture where we cherish the past and we look to the future. Sure, we’re known for Horse Country and More History Than You Can Shake a Stick At. But, we’re also adventurous, creative and playful.
Things To Do
Choose Your Own Adventure
There’s a lot to experience in Camden & Kershaw County. Here are some of the most popular activities, places and experiences in our region. Our history, horses and hospitality are just waiting on you.
Teeming with art. Dripping with culture. Camden’s Cultural District features art galleries, live music, festivals, the performing arts and more. Come find your cultural enrichment experience in Camden, SC.
The freedom to explore doesn’t stop with our historic sites. Camden’s food scene has evolved to include a wide range of treats and delights. Whether you’re in the mood for some down home goodness or a unique cocktail and tapas pairing; bring your appetite with you. With a range of indoor and outdoor dining and drinking venues, your journey will be marked with mouth watering stops alone the trail.
Adventures await in the family friendly center of American Revolutionary lore. Get on the water, have a picnic in goodale State Park or enjoy the exhilaration and charm of the Carolina Cup with your kiddos. Fun and family-friendliness abounds in Camden, SC .
Reconnect with nature and live life outside in Camden, SC which is home to 35 parks, 2 state parks, Lake Wateree and The Wateree River. Downtown Camden offers a plethora of green spaces and outdoor experiences and just outside the city, miles of serene natural beauty await you in Goodale and Wateree State Parks. Looking to escape? We’ll see you out there.
Camden’s love affair with horses is well known. It’s one of the premier destinations for horse lovers in South Carolina for good reason. Visit The Steeplechase Museum, visit a working horse farm or take in the splendor and hospitality of the Carolina Cup, South Carolina’s most famous horse race. Experience the place where history and horse culture come together.
Camden is best experienced on the move. Enjoy a wide array of guided and self-guided tours that wind you through historic districts, battlefield sites and even the rich arts and cultural heritage of downtown Camden. Come experience Camden’s horses, hospitality and history for yourself with a tour today.
Top Experiences
There’s a lot to do in Camden and Kershaw County. These are quick hits of some of the most iconic activities, events and experiences in our region.
Go On The Hunt in Kershaw County
Camden and Kershaw County are well known as a sportsman’s paradise. Where else can you experience the rich cultural amenities of city life and get away in minutes to pristine woodlands and challenging terrain. Enjoy thousands of acres of preserved hunting grounds at the Kershaw County Hunting preserve or learn/hone your skills with a trip to Hermitage Farm Shooting Sports. Camden and Kershaw County have a lot for outdoor sporting enthusiasts.
Crawl The Cultural District
A trip to Camden is not complete without a deep dive into the public art, museums, galleries and artists studios of the Camden Cultural District. It’s also home to quiet green spaces, bustling markets, and restaurants and eateries to keep any food lover busy! Get your arts and culture fix in Camden’s Cultural District today.
Drop A Line in The Water at Lake Wateree
With 242 miles of shoreline covering more than 13,000 acres, Lake Wateree is an angler’s dream. Large Mouth and Stripped Bass, Bream, Catfish, and Crappie fishing abound in one of South Carolina’s oldest man-made lakes. Everything you need is on-lake including a publicly accessible boat ramp, tackle shop and a refueling dock. Don’t forget to check out the numerous Lake Wateree fishing tournaments hosted every year!
Itineraries: Culture Connoisseur
Getting Your Cultural Fix in Camden, SC
So you like discovering and exploring new places? Connecting with the locals? Experiencing the local art scene? Visiting museums? Seeking out unique eateries and enjoying local fare wherever you go? You’re likely a culture connoisseur. And Camden’s cultural scene allows for plenty of discovery to embrace. Whether you plan a day or more, there is always something super happening here.
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Events & Happenings
Camden offers myriad ways to enjoy our city’s rich hospitality with a full calendar of arts, culture, outdoors, equine, history and related events. Find your “thing” in Camden, SC. All Events →