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What’s New Fall 2024:Seasonal Harvest Attractions & Agritourism In South Carolina
South Carolina is embracing the fall season with an array of exciting harvest attractions and agritourism events that celebrate the beauty and bounty of autumn. From lively festivals and corn mazes to pumpkin patches and family-friendly activities, the Palmetto State offers an unparalleled range of fall experiences. Here’s a glimpse into what’s new and noteworthy across the state this fall:
CAPITAL CITY/LAKE MURRAY COUNTRY
Fall Fun on the Farm at Clinton Sease Farm
Sept. 20 – Nov. 3, 382 Olde Farm Rd., Lexington
By day, Clinton Sease Farm in Lexington is the picture of autumnal bliss, with an expansive pumpkin patch, wagon rides and corn maze (this year’s configuration boasts a patriotic “Home of the Free” theme). By night, however, the farm transforms into the haunted attraction Deceased Farm, featuring six buildings full of scares, three terrifying outdoor zones and creepy corn fields. More info
Irmo Okra Strut
Sept. 27-28, 7507 Eastview Dr., Irmo
Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the Irmo Okra Strut began in the 1970s as a fried okra fundraiser to build a town library. In the half-century since, it has grown into a two-day celebration of the verdant veggie via entertainment including a parade, live music, vendor stalls and — of course — okra every way you can eat it. More info
Palmetto Tasty Tomato Festival
Sept. 28, 1645 Henderson St., Columbia
Back in a new location (and a new month!) following a two-year hiatus, the Palmetto Tasty Tomato Festival is stretching its vines across the grounds of the Robert Mills House and Gardens to offer tomato tastings, contests, competitions, live music, food trucks and other activities to last the whole day through. More info
Cayce Fall Fest
Oct. 5, 1800 12th St., Cayce
Taking place at Granby Gardens Park, Cayce Fall Fest is a free, culturally diverse and family friendly event with live music, a DJ, delicious food and drinks (including beer and wine), and a variety of vendors. Kids will love the free activities, including face painters, balloon artists, a petting zoo, inflatables, a hayride and more. More info
Newberry Harvest Festival
Oct. 12, 1650 Dusty Road, Newberry
Enjoy an afternoon at Enoree River Vineyards & Winery with two live bands, three food trucks and 30 local vendors at the 10th annual Newberry Harvest Festival. This year marks the debut of the winery’s beloved Cranberry Wine for the season, along with refreshing Cranberry Wine Slushees. More info
HISTORIC CHARLESTON & RESORT ISLANDS AND LOWCOUNTRY & RESORT ISLANDS
Hilton Head Island Shrimp Festival
Sept. 21, 149 Lighthouse Rd., Hilton Head Island
Celebrate the harvest of the sea. Late summer and early fall is shrimp season on Hilton Head Island — and the annual Shrimp Festival is ideal for deep dive. Head to Harbour Town for this family friendly event featuring all-you-can-eat shrimp prepared by local chefs, in addition to craft beer from more than a dozen breweries, live music, kids' activities and specialty vendors. More info
Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival
Oct. 31 – Nov. 4, 1 Cardinal Rd #16, Hilton Head Island
The Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance & Motoring weaves the inspiring legacy of automobilia with the peaceful resplendence of the destination’s scenic natural setting. Each day of the event features a different collection, a different automotive art form, and each collection represents a moment in time that will never be repeated. More info
North Charleston Harvest Festival
Oct. 21, Olde Village of North Charleston
Enjoy a vibrant fall festival featuring live music, an artist market and costume contests, a petting zoo and engaging children’s activities. Since it’s the spooky time of year, don’t miss trick-or-treating on the street with free treat bags for kids aged 12 and under (4-6pm, while supplies last). More info
Johns Island Harvest Festival
Nov. 2, 2024, Johns Island County Park
Revel in foot-stompin’ bluegrass music, pumpkin decorating, kids’ crafts and hayrides in this delightful celebration of fall. Feast on Southern delights like finger-lickin’ Carolina barbeque and kettle korn and then head over to the crafters market to get an early start on your holiday shopping. More info
MYRTLE BEACH & THE GRAND STRAND
SeptemberFest & Duplin Winery Grape Stomp
Sept. 21, 4898 Hwy 17 S, North Myrtle Beach
What activity pairs perfectly with bare feet at Barefoot Landing? Stomping grapes! During the Duplin Winery Grape Stomp (part of Barefoot Landing’s SeptemberFest event) sees eager stompers grapes in celebration of the winery’s 47th harvest season. The Grape Stomp is $35 per person and includes the stomp, a bottle of wine and a wine tumbler. More info
Harvest Home Weekend at Brookgreen Gardens
Oct. 5-6, 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet
Have you ever made your own scarecrow? During Brookgreen Gardens’ Harvest Home you can do just that. Craft your unique scarecrow with ready-to-assemble "mystery scarecrow" kits or bring your favorite outfits from home to personalize your creation. Take your scarecrow home for $7 — or take home for free if you bring your own outfit! The Harvest Home event also includes a hay maze, a pumpkin patch, face painting and more. More info
Halloween Hustle in Conway
Oct. 19, 4 Elm St, Conway, SC 29526
The town of Conway, South Carolina changes its name each October to the town of Halloween, so it should come as no surprise that the city goes all out with spooky decorations! Along its pumpkin-lined streets, the town will host the first annual Halloween Hustle this fall. The event will consist of a 10K run, followed by a 5K and a 1 Mile; participants can run all 3 on the same morning to complete the 10.3 mile challenge and earn all four glow-in-the-dark metals. More info.
OLD 96 DISTRICT
Sara’s Farm Adventure
All season long starting Sept. 19, 5150 Edgefield Rd., Trenton
Providing a hands-on, family-friendly attraction that serves as a reminder of agriculture’s importance in South Carolina, Sara’s Farm Adventure features pumpkin patches, tasty treats, a tire mountain, pig races, animal barns and paintball. It all adds up to an autumnal wonderland. More info
3rd Annual Corn Maze at Maxwell Farms
Sept. 27-28 & Oct. 11-12, 810 Maxwell Ave., Greenwood
Maxwell Farms is taking its annual corn maze event to new heights this year. In addition to the always-fun corn maze and wagon rides, the farm offers a kids’ zone complete with bounce houses and ziplining, food trucks, a photo booth and a petting zoo. You’ll also have the opportunity to shop from a variety of vendors, purchase pumpkins and mums and shop local goods at the Connie Maxwell store. More info
Autumn Candlelight Tour at Ninety Six National Historic Site
Oct. 19, 1103 SC-248, Ninety Six
Explore history by candlelight! Tour the area famous for being the first southern land battle of the Revolutionary War after dark and learn all about the local history dating back to before the United States was even a country. More info
Boo Bash in Uptown Greenwood
Oct. 24, 2024, 120 Main St., Greenwood
Get ready for a ghoulishly good time in Uptown Greenwood. This Halloween spectacular is filled with treats, games and entertainment, all with the message for kids of all ages to “say BOO to drugs.” Costumes are strongly encouraged! More info
OLDE ENGLISH DISTRICT
Windy Hill Apple Harvest Festival
Fall weekends beginning Sept. 6, 1860 Black Hwy., York
During this event, you can pick your own apples at one of York County’s finest orchards. But that’s just the beginning. Head over to Windy Hill’s Cider Bar for tastings of their very own Hard Cider, hear excellent local musicians performing live and browse the farmstand for fresh, to-go goods. More info
Black’s Peaches Fall Festival
Saturdays in Oct., 1800 Black Pkwy., York
A hands-on agritourism adventure, Black’s Peaches’ annual Fall Festival brings together the best of autumn, from corn mazes and pumpkin patches to cow milking and corn shelling. The whole family will come away from the event with a greater appreciation of South Carolina’s farmers. More info
Cherry Place Farms Fall Festival
Every weekend in October, 1922 Oakdale Rd. Rock Hill
Starting the first weekend of October, Cherry Place Farm is open to the public on Saturdays (10am-6pm) and Sundays (1pm to 6pm) for its fall festival. Enjoy a family-friendly, self-guided tour of the farm that features the two-acre corn maze and pumpkin patch. More info
McLeod Farms Roadside Market
All season long, 29247 Hwy 151. McBee
McLeod Farms is a family-owned and operated farm that has been specializing in year-round produce since 1916. With 10 acres of crops and 15 pumpkin varieties to choose from, this Chesterfield County spot is a haven for pumpkin pickers — grab a wheelbarrow and clippers before making your way to the field to cut your own. And after you snag the biggest pumpkin in the field, head to the Carolina Country corn maze for a memorable fall adventure. More info
PEE DEE COUNTRY
Pee Dee State Farmers Market Family Harvest Festival + Fall Plant and Flower Festival
Sept. 28 + Oct. 11-13, 2513 West Lucas St., Florence
Open year-round, the Pee Dee State Farmers Market showcases some of the state’s freshest and finest produce. During early fall, dive into the lively Family Harvest Festival, offering family-friendly activities, local produce and handmade crafts. A few weeks later, discover a diverse array of plants and flowers during the Fall Plant and Flower Festival, perfect for gardening enthusiasts and families. More info
Moore Farms BOOtanical Garden
Oct. 26, 100 New Zion Rd., Lake City
The wildly beautiful Moore Farms Botanical Garden is a must-visit year-round. But as Halloween approaches each year, the Garden transforms for one night only, allowing visitors to experience a spooktacular-themed botanical garden during a safe and fun outing for all ages. The annual BOOtanical Garden event features trick-or-treating, crafts and games in a magical natural environment. More info
SC Pecan Music & Food Festival
Nov. 2, Historic Downtown Florence
Celebrating 20 years, the award-winning SC Pecan Music & Food Festival is bigger and better than ever in 2024. This exciting one-day festival delights residents and visitors alike and is the area’s largest event, drawing over 50,000 attendees each year, who enjoy nine stages of live entertainment, pecan-centric food (and beyond), a car show and much more. More info
THE UPCOUNTRY AND LAKE HARTWELL COUNTRY
Denver Downs Farm Fall Festival
Sept. 27 – Nov. 10, 1515 Denver Rd., Anderson
With more than 35 autumnal experiences offered, the Denver Downs Farm Fall Festival is way more than just a corn maze and pumpkin patch! Guests will enjoy live weekend entertainment, lots of friendly farm animals, a mega-slide, a ropes course and crackly bonfires. More info
Strawberry Hill Fall Corn Maze & Hayrides
Sept. 28 – Oct. 27, 3097 Highway W., Chesnee
Spartanburg County's largest corn maze is full of twists and turns that will challenge even the most seasoned labyrinth explorers. This year’s theme is Wizard of Oz-inspired — follow the Yellow Brick Road! Once you’ve found your way out (warning: it could take a while!), enjoy Strawberry Hill’s sprawling pumpkin patch and laid-back hayrides. More info
Chattooga Belle Farm To Table Dinner
Oct. 6, 454 Damascus Church Rd., Long Creek
Chattooga Belle’s annual Farm to Table Dinner offers fresh South Carolina cuisine in an incomparable setting. This year's theme is Italian, with the menu featuring foods from our local farmers, alongside some of the area’s best wineries, breweries, and distilleries. More info
THOROUGHBRED COUNTRY
Adventure Farms
All season long, 4593 SC-70, Barnwell
Whether you're seeking the excitement of adrenaline-pumping paintball fields, the charm of a classic pumpkin patch, or the delight of a “jumping pillow,” there's something for everyone at Adventure Farms, which starts its season on September 19. The paintball offerings are especially notable, with meticulously designed fields and state-of-the-art equipment. More info
Southern Strings Festival
Oct. 4-5, 931 Powderhouse Rd. SE, Aiken
Take part in an unforgettable weekend of music at Bruce’s Field at scenic Aiken Horse Park, with a lineup that includes such jam band favorites as Leftover Salmon, Futurebirds and Keller Williams. This rain or shine event promises non-stop entertainment amidst pastoral South Carolina at its finest. Pack your camping chairs and blankets for a cozy festival atmosphere under the open sky. More info