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.
Featured 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.
Hilton Head Island Seafood Festival
Experience the coast’s rich fishing heritage and abundance of fresh seafood during this seven-day festival featuring celebrity guest chef dinners, the best of Southern pitmasters, cooking demos, wine tastings and more.
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2023 Charleston Wine + Food Festival
Charleston Wine + Food infuses homegrown flavor with top chefs, winemakers, storytellers, artisans and food enthusiasts from around the globe for a five-day event that spans the first full weekend each March.
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Aiken’s Bacon & Brews
Enjoy an evening of great music, unique bacon dishes and craft beer at the 4th Annual Bacon & Brews, hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Aiken. Proceeds from this event benefit local children through the Kiwanis School Program.
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SC BBQ Shag Festival
This annual festival in Hemingway, SC, is known for two things: BBQ and Shag dancing. Featuring the annual Marion “Woody” Curtis BBQ Cook-off, the SC BBQ Shag Festival has something fun for all ages, including carnival rides, live music, a petting zoo and a wide variety of 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.
76th Annual Festival of Houses and Gardens
Tour some of Charleston’s most historic, beautiful homes and gardens with expert guides during the annual Festival of Houses and Gardens. This year’s festival will also feature exciting opportunities to attend concerts, wine tastings, creative workshops and more.
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Featured 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.
2023 Aiken Spring Steeplechase
Spend the day tailgating with friends and family as horses fly past during the annual Aiken Steeplechase.
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Tartan Day South 11th Annual Highland Games & Celtic Festival
Honoring the Celtic culture and heritage in South Carolina’s Midlands region, the Tartan Day South Celtic Festival features highland Celtic music, bagpipe bands, a classic British car show, traditional dancing, a Celtic marketplace and a highland games competition.
Read MoreFeatured 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.
