Top 10 Festivals in South Carolina

​South Carolina's rich culture and heritage is celebrated through a variety of festivals that highlight the state's diverse flavors and traditions. Here are ten must-visit festivals across the Palmetto State:​

1. Charleston Wine + Food Festival (Charleston)

Held annually in March, this premier festival showcases the Lowcountry's culinary excellence with events featuring local chefs, mixologists, and artisans. ​Charleston Wine + Food

2. Columbia Food & Wine Festival (Columbia)

Taking place from April 22–27, 2025, this week-long event celebrates Columbia's vibrant food scene with tastings, dinners, and workshops led by regional culinary talents. ​Food & Wine+3columbiafoodandwinefestival.com+3Eater Carolinas+3

3. Black Food Truck Festival (Ladson)

Scheduled for April 25–27, 2025, this family-friendly festival highlights Black-owned food trucks and businesses, offering diverse cuisines, live music, and cultural experiences. ​Eater Carolinas+1Black Food Truck Festival+1

4. Euphoria Festival (Greenville)

Every September, Euphoria combines food, wine, and music in a four-day celebration featuring tastings, cooking demonstrations, and concerts, attracting food enthusiasts from across the region. ​Eater Carolinas

5. South Carolina Peach Festival (Gaffney)

Celebrating the state's peach harvest, this July festival offers peach-themed foods, live entertainment, and family activities, honoring South Carolina's status as a top peach producer. ​Discover South Carolina

6. Loris Bog-Off Festival (Loris)

Held in October, this festival centers around "chicken bog," a traditional South Carolina dish of rice, chicken, and sausage, featuring cooking competitions, live music, and local crafts. ​Allrecipes

7. Beaufort Shrimp Festival (Beaufort)

Taking place each October, this waterfront festival celebrates the local shrimping industry with seafood tastings, cooking contests, and family-friendly activities. ​South Carolina Lowcountry

8. SC Pecan Music and Food Festival (Florence)

This November event combines Southern cuisine with live music, arts and crafts, and family fun, all centered around the beloved pecan. ​Discover South Carolina

9. Pelion Peanut Party (Pelion)

Celebrating South Carolina's official snack, the boiled peanut, this two-day festival in November features peanut-themed foods, parades, and entertainment. ​Discover South Carolina

10. Food & Wine Classic in Charleston (Charleston)

Set for November 14–16, 2025, this upscale event brings together renowned chefs and sommeliers for tastings, seminars, and exclusive dining experiences in historic Charleston. ​Food & Wine Classic Charleston+2Food & Wine+2People.com+2

From coastal seafood feasts to inland harvest celebrations, South Carolina's food festivals offer a delicious journey through the state's culinary landscape. Whether you're a local or a visitor, these events provide a flavorful taste of Southern hospitality.​

Here are a few HONORABLE MENTIONS that deserved a shout:

1. The Lowcountry Oyster Festival (Mt. Pleasant)

Who’s ready to do some oyster shucking? How does over 50,000 pounds of oysters sound? The Lowcountry Oyster Festival is the world’s largest oyster festival! Highlights include live music on the main stage, raw oyster eating and shucking contests, wine, a selection of domestic and imported beers, specialty cocktails, a Children’s Area (“Pluff-a-Palooza”) and a Food Court showcasing a variety of local favorite restaurants to satisfy everyone’s taste. Held annually in February.  2025 Lowcountry Oyster Festival | Sunday, February 2, 2025

2.  Fall for Greenville (Greenville)

Indulge in a weekend full of flavor. Discover a world of tempting tastes, tuns, and taps, as mouthwatering armoma carry you along Greenville's Main Street and scenic Fall's Park. This event, held annually in October, features Greenville's finest culinary talents who present decadent morsels that are sure to impress and delight the senses. Fall for Greenville, SC | Official Website

3.  Greek Festival (Most major cities in SC - featuring Charleston, SC)

The 54th Annual Charleston Greek Festival is always on Mother’s Day weekend. It is a celebration of fun and Greek culture! Attendees can enjoy Greek food, wine, live music, and dancing. The oldest festival in the Charleston area, dating back to 1970, The Charleston Greek Festival is the 3rd largest festival in the Lowcountry with 35,000+ attendees over one weekend each year. “Become Greek for the Weekend.” 54th Annual Charleston Greek Festival | May 9-11, 2025

4.  Moja Arts Festival (Charleston, SC)

MOJA Arts Festival is an annual celebration of Black arts and culture and our artistic contributions to the world, especially through African American and Caribbean legacies. MOJA’s wide range of events include visual arts, classical music, dance, gospel, jazz, poetry, R&B music, storytelling, theatre, children’s activities, traditional crafts, local food cuisines, and much, much more.  Held annually in September. MOJA Arts Festival • Charleston, South Carolina