Old Time Weekend Jam Festival

🎻 Dust off your banjo, pack your tent, and head to the mountains!

The Old Time Weekend Jam is back at Hagood Mill Historic Site on April 17–18, 2026, bringing two days of toe-tapping music, hands-on heritage experiences, and family-friendly fun in the scenic Blue Ridge foothills.

This much-loved annual event invites music lovers, history buffs, and outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy live old-time music, traditional arts, living history demonstrations, and an unforgettable camping experience under the stars.

🎶 Weekend Schedule & Highlights

Friday, April 17
Gates open at noon for campers
🎤 Friday Night Concert – 7:30 PM (Heritage Pavilion)
• The Blue Wall Ramblers
• The Down Homesteaders

Saturday, April 18 (10 AM – 4 PM)
Featuring performances by:
• “Fiddling” Henry Barnes
• Dan Gellert
• The Down Homesteaders
• Blue Ridge Rounders
• And more!

🎻 Bring your instruments and join open jam sessions happening all weekend long!

🎭 Folklife & Traditional Arts

Explore Appalachian heritage with live craft demonstrations, including:
• Blacksmithing
• Basket Weaving
• Quilting
• Pottery
• And more!

Don’t miss the historic 1845 water-powered gristmill in operation—grinding fresh stone-ground cornmeal, grits, and flour available for purchase.

🍔 Food & Artisan Vendors

Grab a bite from The Fermentery and browse handcrafted goods from regional artisans and makers.

🌙 Make It a Weekend

Stay and soak it all in with primitive tent and car camping available on-site:
• 1 Night – $10 per person (ages 10+)
• 2 Nights – $15 per person (ages 10+)

📍 Event Details & Admission

• Location: Hagood Mill Historic Site, 138 Hagood Mill Rd, Pickens, SC
• Admission: $5 per person (ages 10+); FREE for children 9 & under
• Parking: Free
• Seating: Bring your own chairs

Come for the music, stay for the tradition, and experience a weekend that celebrates the heart and soul of Appalachia. 🎶