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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.

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.

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.