Fun Festivals Near Orangeburg, SC

Local festivals offer residents a variety of ways to celebrate. They’re a hotbed of varied entertainment from celebrating arts and crafts to many flavors of food. Some are downright quirky, while others feature a local flair that you won’t find anywhere else. Here’s a quick list of the top, fun festivals near Orangeburg, South Carolina. 

Orangeburg Festival Of Roses

The Orangeburg Festival of Roses is a town-wide celebration that’s been running since 1971. Marking the beginning of the rose blooming season, the activities take place in Edisto Memorial Gardens near the banks of the Edisto River at 200 Riverside Drive SW. See thousands of roses in bloom and gaze at the longest blackwater river in the world at this one-of-a-kind local event.

There’s no cost to get into the garden, and parking is also free. The exact date of the event is to be determined, so start checking the website for times as May approaches. There’s plenty of food to eat, three stages of music and live performances, sports tournaments, games for the kids, and a road race.

St. Patrick’s Day Festival

Gather your Irish friends and the whole family, and wear some green to the fourth annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival. The event takes place on Friday, March 13, 2020, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. downtown at 152 Market Street. It’s the only festival of its kind in Orangeburg. Bring your lawn chairs and your dancing shoes and pay homage to the patron saint of Ireland. There will be live music, food, and beer for purchase. Don’t skip out on this fun event, or you might get pinched by a leprechaun.

Lakefest 2020

Where can you find a festival with music, amusement rides, and arts and crafts? Why at the second annual Lakefest 2020 in the Santee town hall complex. Head to 194 Municipal Way and bring the whole family. The event kicks off on Saturday, March 28, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. and runs until 6:00 p.m. There’s a car show for dad, fun and games for mom and the kids, and plenty of food, beer, and wine. Admission is just five bucks per person, and kids 12 and under are free.

Governor’s Frog Jump

Hosted every year on Easter weekend, the Governor’s Frog Jump at Frog Jump Park in nearby Springfield is one attraction you don’t want to miss. The holiday falls on April 11, 2020, and this event features a carnival, a parade, food vendor, crafts, games, a cow drop competition, and an egg hunt all at the Springfield Town Hall located at 1505 State Road. The winner of the classic frog jump event will represent the state of South Carolina at the Calaveras County Frog Jump tournament in sunny California. Stick around all day for a fireworks finale.

Make lasting memories at a festival near you. Get involved with Orangeburg’s local history and culture while enjoying yourself. Which event will you hit first? Use our guide to narrow down your choices and get out there and have fun.

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