Events in Florence today

Heroes Hideout in Florence hosts a weekly Lorcana tournament that brings Illumineers together to play, trade, and connect with the community. The format is Core Constructed with Swiss rounds lasting 55 minutes. Participants should bring a legal deck that follows the current rotation and banned card guidelines. Entry is $10. All players receive a booster pack and a promo card, and the winner takes home an additional booster pack.

This recurring session features weekly play for Riftbound TCG, giving players a regular chance to enjoy the game.

This weekly Board Game Night features a different game each session and offers guidance so attendees can learn how to play. For details on which game is being highlighted each week, check the event’s Facebook page.

This weekly session centers on teaching the rules and getting games in for Necromunda, a tabletop wargame set in the Warhammer 40K universe. It provides ongoing opportunities to learn the system and play matches with others.

A weekly opportunity to play Star Wars Unlimited with others and enjoy the game together.

Riftbound Nexus Night at Heroes Hideout brings the TCG community together for head-to-head play that welcomes both competitive streaks and relaxed games. The atmosphere is friendly and social, with time to connect before and after matches. Entry is $10. With fewer than nine players, prizes are a booster pack for each match win. With nine or more, prizes are determined by match record. If packs are unavailable, entry is reduced to $5 and promo packs are used for prizes so participation is still recognized.

Tabletop roleplaying takes the spotlight with games such as Dungeons and Dragons, Daggerheart, and others. Bring a group to keep your campaign going, or choose a staff-run table where newcomers can learn the basics and start playing. It offers a chance to meet other players and possibly connect with a new RPG group. Admission is free.

J. Cole brings a live performance to Crown Coliseum at The Crown Center in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Fans can experience his music in person as he takes the stage.

The Pee Dee Women’s Professional Association hosts a luncheon at Florence Country Club featuring Mikaela Preteroti, Marketing Librarian for the Florence County Library System. Through a presentation focused on how the library can support personal and professional growth, attendees will learn about no-cost resources for career development, lifelong learning, creative projects, and building community connections. Drawing on eight years with the library system, including experience as the bookmobile librarian and now in marketing, Mikaela shares outreach insights that have helped residents discover services they did not know were available. This program is well suited for anyone aiming to build new skills, explore a passion project, expand a network, or make fuller use of local library offerings.

Heroes Hideout hosts a regular Gundam gathering that welcomes both seasoned Gunpla fans and those new to the Gundam trading card game. It offers a friendly place to battle, pick up tips, spend time with the community, and represent favorite factions. The entry fee is 5 dollars. Prize support scales with attendance. With fewer than nine participants, each win earns a pack. With nine or more, prizes are awarded based on match record. Friends are welcome, and players can enjoy ramen or bubble tea while they play. Test your skills and see who commands the battlefield.

Discover the basics of Starfinder, a science fiction roleplaying game, then put them into practice in a guided session of actual play. The session introduces core rules and follows with gameplay so participants can experience interstellar adventure firsthand.

Commander Night brings players together to enjoy Magic: The Gathering’s popular Commander format. Arrive with a complete pod or on your own, and the organizers will help match you with friendly opponents so everyone gets a game. This event is free.

Weekly Union Arena play offers a friendly, admission-free way to experience a trading card game that runs on a single shared ruleset. Learn it once and use it across cards featuring characters from series like Hunter X Hunter, Attack on Titan, Fullmetal Alchemist, and others.

Savor a 9-ounce hamburger steak topped with onions and rich gravy, then choose your sides to make it your own. Pair it with skin-on fries or creamy scalloped potatoes, add either a fresh side salad or classic slaw, and finish with a sweet pick of an apple fritter or a brownie. Tea or lemonade is included. The complete meal is priced at $17.99.

Enjoy an MTG draft night where players build decks on the spot using Magic: The Gathering booster packs. The group selects the set, which could be a brand-new release or a classic favorite, so the experience can change from week to week. Entry is the cost of four booster packs, typically about $25 to $30.

Friday Night Magic offers a rotating selection of formats, with Modern and Pauper among the options. The focus is on mixing up play styles within the same event.

A solo live music performance takes place at Sumter Original Brewery, also known as SOB.

Top Gun All Tournament welcomes young competitors ages 8 through 16 for a youth-focused tournament. Participants can take part in competitive play suited to their age group and be part of a dedicated youth event.

At Darlington Raceway, The Lady in Black, NASCAR Racing Experience offers real stock car driving on the famed oval. Participants drive an authentic NASCAR race car on their own, without a pace car or in-car instructor, for solo laps on the track. There is also a ride-along option with a professional driver at speeds over 150 miles per hour. It delivers a bucket list style thrill for race fans who crave pure speed.

Launching its inaugural year, the Homes for Hope Food Truck Festival celebrates a flavorful gathering centered on food truck fare. Vendor applications are open for food truck operators interested in participating. This debut sets the foundation for a new tradition built around great tastes and community spirit.

Family Game Day offers a welcoming space to learn a new family-friendly game each week. The event is free and open to families and groups of all ages. Stop by at your convenience during the program to get hands-on guidance and try out the featured game. For details about upcoming titles, contact the store.

Enjoy weekly Pokemon Trading Card Game play.

Heroes Hideout hosts a weekly Yu-Gi-Oh event in Florence that welcomes duelists who want to compete or simply get more practice games. Entry is $5, and each participant receives two OTS packs upon signing up. For every eight players in the field, one booster box is added to the prize pool. Payout depends on attendance. With 16 or fewer players, prizes go to the top four finishers, allocated as 40 percent for first, 30 percent for second, and 15 percent for both third and fourth. With 17 or more players, prizes extend to the top eight, awarded as 30 percent for first, 20 percent for second, 15 percent for third and fourth, and 5 percent for fifth through eighth.

Experience the foundations of Bachata Clásica in a focused workshop with master instructor Armando Garcia. Rooted in the original Dominican tradition, the session highlights musicality, timing, classic footwork, and expressive movement, honoring how the dance grew in the barrios and social spaces of the Dominican Republic. No partner is required, and participants are encouraged to approach the music and culture with respect. Armando breaks down core steps, partner connection, and rhythm interpretation, prioritizing authenticity, simplicity, and feeling over flash. Expect guided practice on letting the music shape movement, using subtle weight shifts and foot patterns to find groove, and embodying bachata’s emotional storytelling. All levels are welcome. This workshop suits anyone seeking deeper cultural understanding, refined technique, or a renewed connection to the essence of social bachata. Come prepared to learn, listen, and dance with intention.

Weekly Cardfight Vanguard play takes place at the store, offering a regular chance to sit down for matches with other players.