Festivals & Events
Art walks, food festivals, golf tournaments, fireworks and holiday light displays—no matter the time of year, there’s always something exciting happening in the Palmetto State.
Festivals & Events
Art walks, food festivals, golf tournaments, fireworks and holiday light displays—no matter the time of year, there’s always something exciting happening in the Palmetto State.
Get to know the people, food and culture of South Carolina at festivals across the state.
Each year, South Carolina hosts more than 300 fairs and festivals around the state, celebrating everything from food, art and wine to Gullah culture, the American Revolution and azaleas. Click here to download a complete list of events.
Attractions and Events You Won’t Experience Anywhere Else
Below are curated, seasonal events and not representative of all of the events happening across the state. Download a copy for our events calendar for full list of festivals and events across South Carolina.
Featured Music & Arts
Take a break from the ordinary to explore the enthralling sights and sounds of South Carolina's thriving cultural scene at art exhibitions, concerts and music festivals.
Moja Arts Festival
This annual celebration of Black arts and culture highlights the many African American and Caribbean contributions to Western and world cultures. The festival includes a wide range of events, including classical music, poetry, storytelling, traditional crafts, ethnic food and much more.
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Greer Arts & Eats Festival
This family-friendly festival in the heart of Greer highlights the beauty of Downtown Greer while celebrating and supporting local businesses. Browse handmade goods from over 80 local artisans, enjoy some of the best bites and brews in the Upstate and listen to live music along Trade Street. There will also be free crafts and interactive activities for kids of all ages.
Read MoreFeatured Food Fests & Fairs
Sit front row at a fashion show, try your first taste of Frogmore stew or sip craft beer as a homegrown bluegrass band plays the soundtrack—get a taste of something unexpected at a wide variety of exciting events across the state.
Irmo Okra Strut
Free to the public, this family-friendly festival features live music, amusement rides, a parade, a large selection of food trucks and, of course, all the goodness that is okra.
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Gaston Collard and Barbeque Festival
If you like collards and barbecue, then this is the festival for you. Celebrate the fall harvest at the annual Gaston Collard & BBQ Festival with a parade, free rides, games, antique cars, live entertainment and a barbecue cook-off.
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Little River Shrimp Fest
Don’t miss the 17th Annual Little River ShrimpFest at the Historic Little River Waterfront this October. Enjoy two days of fresh, local seafood served by local waterfront restaurants plus plenty of festival favorites, including live music, balloon artists and more than 100 different art and craft vendors.
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Featured Nature & Outdoor Events
Whether you’re uncovering hidden waterfalls in the Upstate or exploring the lush gardens of the Lowcountry, South Carolina’s diverse landscape offers the perfect backdrop for adventure.
South Carolina Apple Festival
Held at the beginning of the apple harvest season, this two-day festival features an apple baking contest, several pageants, an arts and crafts show, a quilt show, a kiddie parade, story time and live entertainment by the Blue Ridge Mountain Cloggers and more.
Read MoreFeatured Sporting Events
In South Carolina, our love of the game runs deep. From college football to premier tennis tournaments, you'll always feel like part of the team here in the Palmetto State.
United States Disc Golf Championship
Held on the Winthrop Golf Course, this professional event is one of the most prestigious major tournaments in disc golf. Disc golf fans will enjoy browsing the game’s premier vendors at the Championship Village and will enjoy live music every night, plus food vendors, art and much more.
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Featured Family Events
From scenic mountain lakes and city-side zoos to barbecue restaurants galore and kid-friendly coastline attractions as far as the eye can see, South Carolina is the family-friendly vacation spot you've been searching for.
Animal Mission’s 16th Annual Palmetto Peanut Boil
Join the excitement as teams vie for the championship trophy and a year’s worth of bragging rights. Enjoy a day filled with live music, food and entertainment for all ages. Admission is free, and all proceeds from the sale of food and beverages benefit Animal Mission. Leashed pets are welcome.
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