South Carolina Cultural Fairs & Festivals
9 cultural events across South Carolina for 2026.
4.8(15)The Sweetgrass Festival
It showcases Gullah Geechee peoples history, culture, traditions and their sweetgrass basket art form.
5(2)Myrtle Beach Summer Classic Arts and Crafts Festival
The artists and craftsmen will sell their creations in various categories such as pottery, jewelry, clothing, woodwork, glass, fine art, photography, tasty treats, seasonal specialties, home decor and so much more.
4.5(6)Batesburg-Leesville Food and Culture Festival
It will host a great selection of top food trucks and food vendors along with dozens of crafters and artisans who will be showcasing and selling their handmade jewelry, art, and crafts.
4.1(17)Gaffney Food and Culture Festival
It will host a great selection of top food trucks and food vendors along with dozens of crafters and artisans who will be showcasing and selling their handmade jewelry, art, and crafts.
4.8(12)Florence Food and Culture Festival
A craft fair in Florence.
4.8(12)South Carolina Pecan Festival
This festival will feature live entertainment, kids fun zone, classic car and truck show, arts demonstrations and chalk art contest, pecan pub experience, run like a nut, bike like a nut, over 250 vendors, and of course, pecans.
4.6(67)Columbia Art and Craft Festival
A craft fair in Columbia.
4.9(75)Greer Christmas Tree Lighting Festival
A craft fair in Greer.
Isle of Palms Holiday Street Festival
This festival will feature artistss and crafters, children activities, live entertainment, food vendors, and more.
Frequently asked questions
How many cultural festivals are there in South Carolina?
Our directory lists 9 cultural festivals across South Carolina for the 2026 season, including Greer Christmas Tree Lighting Festival, Columbia Art and Craft Festival and The Sweetgrass Festival.
When is the best time for cultural festivals in South Carolina?
South Carolina's cultural festivals cluster in July and September — that's when you'll find the most to choose from.
What are the most popular cultural festivals in South Carolina?
By Google review score, Greer Christmas Tree Lighting Festival in Greer ranks among the most popular, with a 4.9-star rating from 75 reviews.