Border Bash returns November 20–21, 2026, in North Augusta with a weekend of music, rivalry and community fun benefiting The Salvation Army of Augusta.

The weekend kicks off Friday, November 20, at the Sharon Jones Amphitheater with a free concert beginning at 6 p.m., featuring Voice of Harold with Mark Bryan of Hootie & the Blowfish and Black Dawg. The evening will also officially launch The Salvation Army of Augusta’s 2026 Red Kettle season.

On Saturday, November 21, the inaugural Border Dash 5K begins at 8 a.m. on the North Augusta Greenway. Runners can represent Georgia, South Carolina or another school and compete for team bragging rights before the Georgia-South Carolina football game.

Border Bash and Border Dash are family-friendly events, with proceeds benefiting The Salvation Army of Augusta.

Border Bash is also partnering with Southbound Smokehouse, where VIP packages for Friday’s concert will be available for purchase. An Angel Tree will be set up inside the restaurant, allowing guests to adopt local children and help provide gifts for them during the Christmas season. VIP packages and registration for the Border Dash 5K will go on sale Monday, September 14. Additional purchasing and registration details will be announced soon.

For media inquiries and additional information, please contact Ashley White, Marketing and Public Relations Manager, at (706)922-8369.