Let's Celebrate Aiken!

Welcome to our yearlong celebration of the City of Aiken’s founding 175 years ago. We have much to celebrate: a rich heritage, remarkable natural beauty and residents proud of the place we call home. This is truly a community celebration founded in the past, built around our progress and focused on the future.

Everyone is invited to join in the festivities from the kick off event, “Sights, Sounds and Tastes of 1835,” on January 9, to the gigantic 175th community Birthday Party on December 18.

We want to express our deepest appreciation to each volunteer whose hard work and vision have made this celebration possible. A group of dedicated volunteers began planning Celebrate Aiken! in January 2009 and for many, this will be a two-year commitment.

A very special thanks goes to the sponsors whose generosity funds all the free public events. Please let them know you appreciate their support of our celebration. And last but not least, thanks to City Council and City staff for their enthusiastic support of Celebrate Aiken! from the outset.

Celebrate Aiken! is a continually evolving celebration. The very latest information can be found on our web site www.celebrateaiken.com.

We invite you to Celebrate Aiken! and its rich past, vibrant present and bright future.