Kidsfest

Join us for KidsFest at Hagood Mill Historic Site on Saturday, March 15, 2025, in partnership with the Young Appalachian Musicians (YAMs). This family-friendly event features performances from local YAMs students, a traditional talent show, and interactive games and activities.

Attendees can enjoy hands-on experiences like Paint the Ponies, a kazoo workshop, jug band jam, archaeological adventures, rock painting, and an “Instrument Petting Zoo,” where visitors can try their hand at Appalachian instruments.

In addition to the musical festivities, the event will showcase live folklife demonstrations in blacksmithing, pottery, quilting, weaving, basketmaking, and more. Guests can engage with artisans, learn about traditional crafts, and purchase unique handmade items.

The 1845 water-powered gristmill will be in operation, offering fresh stone-ground cornmeal, grits, and flours for purchase.

Event Details:

📅 Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025

🎟️ Admission: $5 (ages 10+), Free for kids 9 & under

📍 Location: 138 Hagood Mill Road, Pickens, SC

🪑 Seating: Bring your own chairs

Lineup of Events

10:00 – Opening Remarks
10:10-10:20 – Liberty Elementary
10:20-10:30 – Central Academy
10:30-10:40 – Easley Elementary, Six Mile Elementary
10:45-10:55 – Hagood Elementary
10:55-11:05 – TBA
11:05-11:15 – Six Mile Elementary
11:15-11:25 – MAST
11:25-12:10 Lunch, Appalachian Games, Petting Zoo
(Jug Band,Make and take tent
12:10-12:20 – Ambler Elementary
12:20-12:30 – Pickens Evening
12:30-12:40- Crosswell Elementary
12:40-12:50 – West End Elementary
12:50-1:10 – Buffalo Activities
1:10-1:1:20 – Dacusville Elem Elem
1:20-1:30 – Pickens Elementary (Tiffany)
1:30-1:40 – East End Elementary
1:45-2:00 SPPKids
2:00-3:30 – Talent Show YAMS