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.
Attractions and Events You Won’t Experience Anywhere Else
Festivals & Events
Check our South Carolina events calendar to keep up with more than 300 annual events. Plan your next getaway around upcoming South Carolina fairs, festivals and unique cultural experiences.
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Enjoy Live Music Year-Round at South Carolina Music Festivals
Plan your next road trip to South Carolina around some of the best annual music festivals in the state.
Read MoreArtfields
One of the largest art celebrations in the region, ArtFields turns Lake City into a gallery as local businesses display hundreds of artworks by artists living in 12 Southeastern states.
Read MoreArtisphere
Artisphere provides the perfect opportunity to spend a weekend exploring Greenville’s charming downtown. One of the country’s top art shows, this annual three-day event features a vast range of live music, theater and dance performances, 143 visual artists with live demonstrations and do-it-yourself opportunities, plus award-winning dishes and unique bites from local restaurants.
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Slides, Rides and Southern Fried at the South Carolina State Fair
Plan a weekend at the South Carolina State Fair and indulge in a feast of flavors, enjoy exhilarating rides, and immerse yourself in Columbia’s vibrant city life.
Read MoreSC State Chili Cook-Off Championship
Veggie, homestyle, red chili, chili Verde—let the chili tastings begin! Come out to the city of Belton for a fun-filled day featuring games, a classic car show, arts and crafts vendors and, of course, lots of chili. People’s choice voting begins at 11 a.m. and ends when the chili runs out.
Read MoreLower Richland Sweet Potato Festival
This family-friendly event is designed to cater to all ages. Entertainment includes a parade, drum line, carnival rides, arts and crafts, games, live music, a step team and more.
Read MoreCelebrate South Carolina’s Culinary Best at Food Festivals
From major, weeklong festivals to local weekend events, these food festivals celebrate the bounty of South Carolina from the sea to the mountains.
Read MoreRosewood Crawfish Festival
Taking place at the South Carolina State Fair Grounds, the Rosewood Crawfish Festival offers an afternoon of fun for the whole family. The festival features arts and crafts by local artisans, rides, inflatables, crawfish races and, of course, crawfish—10,000 pounds of crawfish.
Read MoreFeatured Nature & Outdoor Events
Unique Programs at South Carolina’s State Parks
Discover South Carolina State Parks in a unique way with programs that capture the beauty and essence of South Carolina nature, wildlife and history.
Read MoreSpring Festival
Explore downtown Abbeville during this annual festival featuring live music, a kidzone, vendors, amusement rides and more.
Read MoreRed Rose Festival
Enjoy a weekend of family fun at the Red Rose Festival, Lancaster’s signature event. There’s no admission fee to this popular two-day festival featuring live music, children’s rides and activities, arts and crafts, food vendors, the Red Rose Photography Contest and much more.
Read MoreFeatured Sporting Events
Check out these SC Horse Events
Venture to the heart of Thoroughbred Country for one of South Carolina's most celebrated traditions.
Read MoreFeatured Family Events
South Carolina’s Zoos and Aquariums Offer Fun for the Whole Family
Explore a variety of family-friendly animal attractions with up-close encounters and extraordinary add-on experiences.
Read MorePickens Azalea Festival
This two-day event begins with a classic car show as cars from all eras take to the streets in the largest cruise-in in the Southeast. Enjoy amusement rides, arts and crafts vendors, a pet pageant, hotdog-eating competition, live music and more.
Read MoreBlessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival
One of the most anticipated events of the year, the Annual Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival pays tribute to Mount Pleasant’s local shrimping and fishing industry. The festival features a boat parade, live music, a craft show and plenty of savory seafood from some of Mount Pleasant’s best restaurants.
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