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Originating in 2005, the Columbian Korean Festival looks to celebrate traditions based in Korean roots, as well as everyone else in Columbia. Held by the Columbia Korean Presbyterian Church, the festival aims to teach locals about Korean culture. The festival showcased a multitude of performances with a wide age range, a Halloween costume contest, an authentic Korean attire contest, solo and group K-pop dance competitions and much more.
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PHOTOS: ‘'A complete act of love': Columbia Korean Festival showcases art, cuisine

Nov. 2

Originating in 2005, the Columbian Korean Festival looks to celebrate traditions based in Korean roots, as well as everyone else in Columbia. Held by the Columbia Korean Presbyterian Church, the festival aims to teach locals about Korean culture. The festival showcased a multitude of performances with a wide age range, a Halloween costume contest, an authentic Korean attire contest, solo and group K-pop dance competitions and much more.

The South Carolina men's soccer team lost 3-1to Coastal Carolina at a home game in Eugene E. Stone III Stadium on Oct. 26, 2025. The Gamecocks were able to secure their first goal in the first half in the first eight minutes, however the Chanticleers quickly followed with a goal of their own to tie during halftime. The Gamecocks were unable to block two goals made during the second half by the Chanticleers, leading to a loss. The next game will be away against Georgia Southern on Oct. 31 at 7 p.m.
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PHOTOS: South Carolina men's soccer team defeated by Coastal Carolina 3-1

Oct. 27

The South Carolina men's soccer team lost 3-1to Coastal Carolina at a home game in Eugene E. Stone III Stadium on Oct. 26, 2025. The Gamecocks were able to secure their first goal in the first half in the first eight minutes, however the Chanticleers quickly followed with a goal of their own to tie during halftime. The Gamecocks were unable to block two goals made during the second half by the Chanticleers, leading to a loss. The next game will be away against Georgia Southern on Oct. 31 at 7 p.m.

South Carolina lost to No. 4 Alabama 29-22 on Oct. 25, 2025, at Williams-Brice Stadium. The Gamecocks scored two touchdowns and three field goals against the Crimson Tide, eventually losing an eight-point lead in the fourth quarter. Redshirt sophomore quarterback LaNorris Sellers threw for 222 yards, earning a 56% completion rate and scoring one of the team's touchdowns. South Carolina moves to 3-5 (1-5 SEC) on the season, and they will face the Ole Miss Rebels next in Oxford, Mississippi, on Nov. 1.
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PHOTOS: South Carolina football lose in nail-biter to No. 4 Alabama Crimson Tide

Oct. 26

South Carolina lost to No. 4 Alabama 29-22 on Oct. 25, 2025, at Williams-Brice Stadium. The Gamecocks scored two touchdowns and three field goals against the Crimson Tide, eventually losing an eight-point lead in the fourth quarter. Redshirt sophomore quarterback LaNorris Sellers threw for 222 yards, earning a 56% completion rate and scoring one of the team's touchdowns. South Carolina moves to 3-5 (1-5 SEC) on the season, and they will face the Ole Miss Rebels next in Oxford, Mississippi, on Nov. 1.

The National Pan-Hellenic Council held their annual homecoming step show on Oct. 23, 2025, at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. This year's theme was "Twisted Tales on Greek Street," with the competition featuring seven fraternities and sororities from the Divine Nine. At the end of the night, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was awarded first place for their routine.
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PHOTOS: NPHC holds 'Twisted Tales on Greek Street' homecoming step show

Oct. 24

The National Pan-Hellenic Council held their annual homecoming step show on Oct. 23, 2025, at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. This year's theme was "Twisted Tales on Greek Street," with the competition featuring seven fraternities and sororities from the Divine Nine. At the end of the night, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was awarded first place for their routine.

The Homecoming Board and Gamecock Entertainment hosted Spurs & Struts at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center on Oct. 22, 2025, as part of the week's homecoming events for students. The annual dance competition featured 20 performances from Greek organizations, clubs, and Student Government. Kappa Delta and Sigma Alpha Epsilon took home the first place prize at the end of the night for their routine depicting typical school cliques.
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PHOTOS: Kappa Delta, Sigma Alpha Epsilon win annual Spurs & Struts dance competition

Oct. 23

The Homecoming Board and Gamecock Entertainment hosted Spurs & Struts at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center on Oct. 22, 2025, as part of the week's homecoming events for students. The annual dance competition featured 20 performances from Greek organizations, clubs, and Student Government. Kappa Delta and Sigma Alpha Epsilon took home the first place prize at the end of the night for their routine depicting typical school cliques.

The South Carolina men’s and women’s basketball teams tipped off the 2025–26 season with GarNET & Black Madness at Colonial Life Arena on Oct. 21, 2025. Fans packed the arena for player introductions, performances by the Carolina Spirit teams and a live set by rapper Waka Flocka Flame. The night celebrated Gamecock pride with high-energy moments on and off the court.
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PHOTOS: Gamecock Nation kicks off the basketball season at GarNET & Black Madness

Oct. 21

The South Carolina men’s and women’s basketball teams tipped off the 2025–26 season with GarNET & Black Madness at Colonial Life Arena on Oct. 21, 2025. Fans packed the arena for player introductions, performances by the Carolina Spirit teams and a live set by rapper Waka Flocka Flame. The night celebrated Gamecock pride with high-energy moments on and off the court.

The South Carolina State Fair ran from Oct. 8 to 19, 2025, on Rosewood Drive in Columbia, South Carolina, offering a variety of activities for visitors of all ages. The state fair draws an annual crowd of over 400,000 people from the Southeastern United States and beyond, showcasing all types of talent from across the state. From live performers walking the streets of the fairgrounds to a carnival under the big tent, the fair evoked a mix of emotions from its visitors and exhibitionists alike.
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PHOTOS: Families, artists, performers: Faces of the 2025 SC State Fair

Oct. 20

The South Carolina State Fair ran from Oct. 8 to 19, 2025, on Rosewood Drive in Columbia, South Carolina, offering a variety of activities for visitors of all ages. The state fair draws an annual crowd of over 400,000 people from the Southeastern United States and beyond, showcasing all types of talent from across the state. From live performers walking the streets of the fairgrounds to a carnival under the big tent, the fair evoked a mix of emotions from its visitors and exhibitionists alike.

South Carolina tied with Texas A&M at a home game on Sunday night. Though South Carolina came out strong with five shots on goal within the first 15 minutes of the game, their offense could not score. The Gamecocks' defense was able to block all nine of the Aggies’ shots on goal and led them 11-9 shots. Neither team could score, and the game ended in a 0-0 draw. 
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PHOTOS: No. 8 South Carolina women's soccer draws with Texas A&M

Oct. 19

South Carolina tied with Texas A&M at a home game on Sunday night. Though South Carolina came out strong with five shots on goal within the first 15 minutes of the game, their offense could not score. The Gamecocks' defense was able to block all nine of the Aggies’ shots on goal and led them 11-9 shots. Neither team could score, and the game ended in a 0-0 draw. 

South Carolina fell 3-0 to Alabama on Oct. 19, 2025, at the Carolina Volleyball Center. The Crimson Tide built up momentum from the first minutes until the end of the second set. South Carolina had a strong start to the third set, but Alabama was able to hold on for a 25-23 final score. Up next, South Carolina will continue conference play and face Missouri this Friday at 7 p.m.
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PHOTOS: South Carolina volleyball falls to Alabama, marks 7th conference loss

Oct. 19

South Carolina fell 3-0 to Alabama on Oct. 19, 2025, at the Carolina Volleyball Center. The Crimson Tide built up momentum from the first minutes until the end of the second set. South Carolina had a strong start to the third set, but Alabama was able to hold on for a 25-23 final score. Up next, South Carolina will continue conference play and face Missouri this Friday at 7 p.m.

A "No Kings" Protest occurred on the Statehouse grounds on Oct. 18, 2025, as thousands of people gathered in protest of the current presidential administration's actions. Many dressed in inflatable costumes and carried signs that read "Rage against the regime" alongside other colorful messages. This event, which has been in the works for a month, saw different people of all ages and ethnicities advocating for the same message that argues for positive changes going forward.
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PHOTOS: Protesters gather at South Carolina Statehouse for 'No Kings' protest

Oct. 18

A "No Kings" Protest occurred on the Statehouse grounds on Oct. 18, 2025, as thousands of people gathered in protest of the current presidential administration's actions. Many dressed in inflatable costumes and carried signs that read "Rage against the regime" alongside other colorful messages. This event, which has been in the works for a month, saw different people of all ages and ethnicities advocating for the same message that argues for positive changes going forward.

The South Carolina Gamecocks lost to the Mississippi State Bulldogs 3-0 on Oct. 17 at their breast cancer awareness Pink Out game. The game soon picked up with back-and-forth rallying, with the momentum in favor of the Bulldogs. South Carolina called a timeout in an attempt to regain their rhythm, but Mississippi State made it difficult for them to control the off-block. The Bulldogs continued to control the game and ended up taking home the win. 
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PHOTOS: South Carolina volleyball falls to Mississippi State in home Pink Out match

Oct. 18

The South Carolina Gamecocks lost to the Mississippi State Bulldogs 3-0 on Oct. 17 at their breast cancer awareness Pink Out game. The game soon picked up with back-and-forth rallying, with the momentum in favor of the Bulldogs. South Carolina called a timeout in an attempt to regain their rhythm, but Mississippi State made it difficult for them to control the off-block. The Bulldogs continued to control the game and ended up taking home the win. 

South Carolina took home a 29-2 win against Furman on Oct. 17, 2025, on Beckham Field. South Carolina scored three runs early in the bottom of the second inning. While Furman gained two runs back in the third inning, South Carolina dominated every inning onward. Capitalizing on Furman’s errors, South Carolina piled on runs until they had put up 29 compared to Furman’s two. 
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PHOTO: USC softball dominates Furman 29-2 in exhibition game

Oct. 18

South Carolina took home a 29-2 win against Furman on Oct. 17, 2025, on Beckham Field. South Carolina scored three runs early in the bottom of the second inning. While Furman gained two runs back in the third inning, South Carolina dominated every inning onward. Capitalizing on Furman’s errors, South Carolina piled on runs until they had put up 29 compared to Furman’s two. 

On Oct. 17, the No. 2 South Carolina Gamecocks faced off against the No. 4 Texas A&M Aggies in a home meet at One Wood Farm. Riders delivered strong performances across the flat, over fences, in horsemanship and in reining. The Gamecocks took the win 4-1 in the flat, over fences and in reining, with the Aggies taking the win 3-2 in horsemanship. However, South Carolina came out on top, dominating Texas A&M 14-6 and remaining undefeated so far this season.
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PHOTOS: South Carolina equestrian beats Texas A&M, remains undefeated

Oct. 18

On Oct. 17, the No. 2 South Carolina Gamecocks faced off against the No. 4 Texas A&M Aggies in a home meet at One Wood Farm. Riders delivered strong performances across the flat, over fences, in horsemanship and in reining. The Gamecocks took the win 4-1 in the flat, over fences and in reining, with the Aggies taking the win 3-2 in horsemanship. However, South Carolina came out on top, dominating Texas A&M 14-6 and remaining undefeated so far this season.

Russell House celebrated 70 years of being a center for student life with Bustle at the Russell on Oct. 16, 2025, at 7 p.m. in the Russell House. The event held many activities and entertainment for students to participate in. Activities included roller skating, mini golf, trivia and karaoke. At 7:30 p.m., USC President Michael Amiridis arrived to cut a cake to commemorate the event on the second floor of the Russell House. The event was free for students and faculty to attend.
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PHOTOS: USC celebrates Russell House 70th anniversary

Oct. 17

Russell House celebrated 70 years of being a center for student life with Bustle at the Russell on Oct. 16, 2025, at 7 p.m. in the Russell House. The event held many activities and entertainment for students to participate in. Activities included roller skating, mini golf, trivia and karaoke. At 7:30 p.m., USC President Michael Amiridis arrived to cut a cake to commemorate the event on the second floor of the Russell House. The event was free for students and faculty to attend.

The South Carolina State Fair has returned to Columbia on Rosewood Drive, promoting a special theme of "Harvesting Happiness" for this year's fair. Running from Oct. 8 through Oct. 19, the fair offers more than 60 rides, food vendors, agriculture exhibits and live entertainment for attendees of all ages. The South Carolina State Fair sees more than 400,000 visitors each year from across the Southeastern United States and contributes to families in the community through academic scholarships. Tickets can be purchased at the gate, online or at participating Circle K stores.
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PHOTOS: SC State Fair brings Rosewood Drive to life, celebrates ‘Harvesting Happiness’

Oct. 15

The South Carolina State Fair has returned to Columbia on Rosewood Drive, promoting a special theme of "Harvesting Happiness" for this year's fair. Running from Oct. 8 through Oct. 19, the fair offers more than 60 rides, food vendors, agriculture exhibits and live entertainment for attendees of all ages. The South Carolina State Fair sees more than 400,000 visitors each year from across the Southeastern United States and contributes to families in the community through academic scholarships. Tickets can be purchased at the gate, online or at participating Circle K stores.

On Sunday, Oct. 5, South Carolinians came together to enjoy food truck food, meet artisan vendors and listen to live music at JerryFest. The festival is presented by the Five Points Association and Loose Lucy's, and it is meant to commemorate the life of Jerry Garcia. Garcia was the lead guitarist for the Grateful Dead, an American rock band that was founded 60 years ago in Palo Alto, California.
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PHOTOS: JerryFest celebrates 60 years of Grateful Dead music in annual festival

Oct. 6

On Sunday, Oct. 5, South Carolinians came together to enjoy food truck food, meet artisan vendors and listen to live music at JerryFest. The festival is presented by the Five Points Association and Loose Lucy's, and it is meant to commemorate the life of Jerry Garcia. Garcia was the lead guitarist for the Grateful Dead, an American rock band that was founded 60 years ago in Palo Alto, California.

The Gamecock volleyball team came up short against the Georgia Bulldogs 3-1 at the Carolina Volleyball Center on Oct. 5, 2025. Nia Hall continues to lead the Gamecocks with kills, totaling 177 for the 2025 season. USC out-killed Georgia 50-46, with three Gamecocks in double-digit kills. On defense, Kaia Pixler made a collegiate career-high of 23 assists. The Gamecocks will face the Oklahoma Sooners next on Oct. 10, 2025 at the McCasland Field House in Norman, Oklahoma.
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PHOTOS: South Carolina volleyball falls to Georgia in four sets

Oct. 5

The Gamecock volleyball team came up short against the Georgia Bulldogs 3-1 at the Carolina Volleyball Center on Oct. 5, 2025. Nia Hall continues to lead the Gamecocks with kills, totaling 177 for the 2025 season. USC out-killed Georgia 50-46, with three Gamecocks in double-digit kills. On defense, Kaia Pixler made a collegiate career-high of 23 assists. The Gamecocks will face the Oklahoma Sooners next on Oct. 10, 2025 at the McCasland Field House in Norman, Oklahoma.

The USC Volleyball team fell short in the evening of Oct. 1, 2025, as they lost to the Texas A&M Aggies 3-1. Nia Hall led the Gamecocks in kills, while Emily Beeker made nine total blocks. The Gamecocks will face the Georgia Bulldogs next, on Oct. 5, 2025.
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PHOTOS: South Carolina volleyball falls 3-1 to No. 9 Texas A&M

Oct. 1

The USC Volleyball team fell short in the evening of Oct. 1, 2025, as they lost to the Texas A&M Aggies 3-1. Nia Hall led the Gamecocks in kills, while Emily Beeker made nine total blocks. The Gamecocks will face the Georgia Bulldogs next, on Oct. 5, 2025.

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