Family events in Augusta, GA

A storied southeast RC racing event from the late 1990s and early 2000s returns as the Watermelon Classic, hosted by Augusta RC Supercross and revived with the support of Toy Car Time.com and Augusta RC raceway with the blessing of the original owners. This gathering unfolds over three days, beginning with practice, followed by a day of qualifying, and concluding with main events. The lineup of classes covers a broad range, including Novice, 1/10 2WD mod buggy, 1/10 4WD mod buggy, 1/10 2WD stadium truck, vintage 2WD buggy, 1/10 gas truck, 4WD SCT, 1/8 sport nitro buggy, 1/8 pro nitro buggy, 1/8 sportsman e-buggy, 1/8 pro e-buggy, 1/8 e-truggy, +40 e-buggy, +40 nitro buggy, and open nitro truggy. Qualifying uses a points system across three rounds, nitro buggy features ladder mains, and electric classes run double A-mains. Entry fees are listed as 1st $60, 2nd $40, and 3rd $20, and trophies will be awarded to the top five in every class.

Catch Darci Lynne live at the Imperial Theatre in Augusta. The show begins in the evening, with doors and ticket details handled through the ticketing links on the listing.

This family-friendly bingo gathering at McDuffie Woods Community Center features prizes, music, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Bingo cards cost two dollars each. Food may be available at select times. For details, contact Program Coordinator Diona Smith at 706 771 2656.

Part of the Blanchard Woods BMX Summer Series, this race lets riders work toward a custom series jersey by completing 10 races across the season. Entry is $10, and the series award is the jersey earned after 10 starts. Practice and registration take place before racing, with designated time for pedal bikes and for balance bikes. Racing follows practice. Riders must wear long sleeves, long pants, closed-toe shoes, and a full-face helmet. An active USABMX membership is required, with a free one-day trial available for new riders. A limited number of bikes and helmets can be borrowed for $3 each. Event reminders and updates are available by texting @bwbmx to 81010. This series is designed for riders of all experience levels, from beginners to seasoned racers, at Blanchard Woods BMX.

Viral Pro Wrestling marks ten years in the CSRA with Infection X, a milestone show billed as the promotion’s biggest event yet at Warren Road Community Center in Augusta, GA. The celebration features appearances by TNA veteran “The Cowboy” James Storm, WCW and nWo standout Buff Bagwell, and The Atrocity Krule, alongside stars from NWA, WWE ID, and TNA together with VPW favorites. Championship stakes are in play, heated rivalries are poised to boil over, and surprises are teased for an electric, memorable atmosphere.

Dr Factenstein hosts a weekly karaoke night at Top Dawg Tavern. The mic is open to anyone who wants to sing, and kids are welcome. Enjoy the music, cheer on performers, and take a turn yourself while ordering from an all-around menu and the full bar.

Studio Ghibli Fest 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of Tales from Earthsea with a special presentation at GTC Evans Cinemas. In a kingdom slipping into ruin, people begin to act oddly and dragons appear in a world where they do not belong. The wandering wizard Ged sets out to uncover the source of the disturbance and crosses paths with Prince Arren, a troubled teenager whose concealed darkness fuels ruthless strength, especially when he is protecting Teru. Their journey draws the attention of the witch Kumo, who manipulates Arren’s fears to turn him against the very ally who could help him.

Dr. Factenstein hosts a weekly Peer Review trivia night at FreshTake Grocery in Augusta, featuring a live game built around public opinion polls where teams try to match the most popular answers from a group of 100 respondents. The session lasts a little over an hour, there is no cost to participate, and it is suitable for families and all ages. Questions span many subjects across generations. Top-scoring teams receive prizes from FreshTake, and victories can translate into money for groceries.

Part of the Blanchard Woods BMX Summer Series, this race contributes to a season-long challenge where riders work toward a custom jersey by completing ten races. Entry is $10, and the jersey is awarded after ten series appearances. Practice and registration are held before racing begins, with separate practice windows for pedal bikes and balance bikes. Riders must wear long sleeves, long pants, closed-toe shoes, and a full-face helmet. An active USABMX license is required, and new riders can use a free one-day trial membership. A limited supply of loaner bikes and helmets is available for $3 each. For updates and reminders, text @bwbmx to 81010. Open to beginners and seasoned racers alike, this series offers family-friendly BMX action under the lights.

This weekly Pokémon League night at Cool Stuff Games in Augusta centers on a Standard-format tournament. The entry fee is $7, and registration takes place on site before play begins. Rounds are best of one in a Swiss pairing system, with the number of rounds and any top cut determined by attendance. Prizes are awarded for each match win as packs or store credit, subject to availability and the discretion of the manager on duty. Players may call a judge at any time for help with rules or card interactions, but judges cannot offer advice about the game state or decisions. Trading between players is allowed, but buying or selling with anyone other than Cool Stuff Games staff, or soliciting to do so elsewhere, is not permitted. Violations can result in removal from the property, permanent bans, and possible notification of law enforcement. The store may limit the space used for trading and does not allow suitcases, handcarts, luggage carts, or similar items for transporting large amounts of trade stock. Please keep food and drinks off tables unless signage says otherwise. Horseplay, roughhousing, rude or discourteous behavior, and foul language are not allowed. Report any lost or unattended items to a staff member. For questions, contact the store through Facebook Message. Suggestions or concerns can be brought to the Tournament Organizer or a sales associate in the store.

Hosted by the Columbia County Chess Association at Cardboard Castle Games, this chess meetup features open casual play and USCF-rated sections. Time controls rotate between quick and blitz, and prizes are awarded to winners in each section. Rated participation requires a $10 entry fee and an active USCF membership. K-12 scholastic players can take advantage of a $25 bundle that provides a new or renewed USCF membership together with the event’s rated games.

Dr Factenstein brings a lively bingo night to FreshTake Grocery with four games and plenty of chances to win grocery money and other prizes. It is free to play and welcoming to all ages. Enjoy FreshTake’s hot food options along with Jackson’s bar service while you play, and see if your luck can turn into rewards every Wednesday.

At Top Dawg Tavern in Augusta, Music Bingo features several rounds with prizes awarded for each game. Guests can sing along to well known songs and use a phone, friends, or a server to help identify tunes they do not recognize. The show and atmosphere are family friendly, and the venue offers a variety of activities for kids.