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 MoreAg + Art Tour
This free, self-guided tour of farms and markets features local artisans, live music and opportunities to learn more about where our food comes from. Pick a weekend—or several—and plan your tour by exploring the participating farms.
Read MoreSpoleto Festival
For 17 days and nights each spring, Spoleto Festival USA fills Charleston’s historic theaters, churches and outdoor spaces with performances by renowned artists and emerging performers in opera, theater, dance, chamber, orchestral, choral, jazz and contemporary music.
Read MoreFeatured Food Fests & Fairs
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 MoreWorld Famous Blue Crab Festival
Located at the Historic Little River Waterfront in Little River, the World Famous Blue Crab Festival is one of the largest festivals in the Southeast. Enjoy two days of scenic views, live music, shopping and fresh, local seafood.
Read MoreSparkle City Rhythm and Ribs Festival
This annual event features a variety of delicious food vendors serving up everything from barbecue to cotton candy, craft vendors showcasing unique handmade goods, and live entertainment. Proceeds from the event help various community service projects, including free eye exams and glasses to those in need and supporting the Backpack Buddies program that helps fight child hunger.
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 MoreSouth Carolina Carnival
Caribbean music, food and culture highlight the rich culture of the Caribbean islands.
Read MoreSoutheastern BBQ Showdown
Hosted by Capital City/Lake Murray Country and held at Segra Park, this two-day event is not your average cook-off—it's a sizzling celebration of all things BBQ. Fire up your taste buds as 25 of the top BBQ teams from across the nation compete for the coveted $10,000 Home Plate Grand Prize. This inaugural event will also feature concert by the multi-award-winning band Alabama and a dazzling fireworks finale.
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 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 MoreDarlington Raceway Events
The second-oldest track on the NASCAR circuit, Darlington Raceway events include the NASCAR Cup Series Race and the Southern 500. Upcoming races include Goodyear 400, Track Laps for Charity and Buckle Up South Carolina 200.
Read MoreBMW Charity Pro-Am Presented by TD Synnex
The only tournament on the Korn Ferry Tour where amateurs and celebrities are grouped with Tour professionals, the BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX is a three-day better-ball competition over two courses in South Carolina’s beautiful Upstate.
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.
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