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 multi-disciplinary festival highlights the many African American and Caribbean contributions to western and world cultures. The festival features a wide range of events, presentations and workshops, including storytelling theater, children’s activities, traditional crafts, ethnic food, classical music, dance and more.
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Riverfront Revival
Curated and headlined by Darius Ricker, this two-day festival is a love letter to country music and South Carolina’s Lowcountry. Along with performances by more than 15 artists, visitors will enjoy art, cultural activities, and food inspired by the region’s unique culinary traditions.
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.
Euphoria
Co-founded by South Carolina-born singer-songwriter Edwin McCain, this four-day festival is chock-full of tastings, cooking demos, live music, renowned chefs, sommeliers and fabulous dinners.
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55Th Annual World Championship Chili Cook-Off
Every year hundreds of chili cooks compete nationwide to qualify for the International Chili Society’s season finale — The World Championship Chili Cook-Off. The WCCC features champion chili tastings, beer gardens, food trucks, live music, craft and retail vendors, a kid zone and much more all leading up to see who will claim the title of World Champion.
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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.
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.
Southern 500 Darlington Raceway
Kick off the NASCAR Playoffs with the 73rd running of the Southern 500 on Labor Day weekend. Stop by the midway to catch all of the fun race weekend entertainment including dance groups, DJs, photo opportunities and more. Kick off the NASCAR Playoffs with the 73rd running of the Southern 500 on Labor Day weekend. Stop by the midway to catch all of the fun race weekend entertainment including dance groups, DJs, photo opportunities and more.
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The CJ Cup in South Carolina
Part of the PGA TOUR, the CJ CUP in South Carolina will take place at Congaree Golf Club in Ridgeland and will feature a 78-man field, including five players designated by the Korea Professional Golfers’ Association (KPGA) and the top three available players of Korean nationality from the Official World Golf Ranking.
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.
