Upcountry Grits Festival

🌽 Inaugural Upcountry Grits Festival

📅 May 15-16 
📍 Hagood Mill Historic Site | 138 Hagood Mill Rd, Pickens, SC

Get ready for a true taste of the South at the Inaugural Upcountry Grits Festival—a one-of-a-kind celebration of music, culture, and one of the region’s most beloved staples: grits.

Join us May 15 & 16 for a weekend filled with live music, delicious food, and fun contests that highlight Southern tradition and community spirit. From classic stone-ground grits to creative culinary twists, you’ll discover just how versatile—and delicious—this Southern favorite can be.

Set against the historic backdrop of Hagood Mill, this lively festival brings together the rich traditions of the Upcountry with live performances, local flavors, and hands-on experiences.

🎤 Friday, May 15

• Gates open at noon for campers
  • Friday Night Concert – 7:30 PM (Heritage Pavilion)
  • Kick off the weekend with an unforgettable evening of live music
  🎟 Admission: $10

🎶 Saturday, May 16 (10 AM – 4 PM)

Spend the day enjoying a full lineup of music, food, and family-friendly fun
🎟 Admission: $5

🎵 Live Music Lineup:
• Rachel Van Slyke
• Marshall Goers and Brooke Lauer
• Wicker and Jones
• Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band – Hunter Holmes and The Daydreamers
• Creekwater Collective

Enjoy:
• Live music throughout the day
• Fun and interactive contests
• Grits-inspired dishes & local vendors

🏕 Stay the Weekend – Camping Available

Make it a full experience with on-site primitive tent or car camping:
• 1 Night – $10 per person (ages 10+)
• 2 Nights – $15 per person (ages 10+)

🔨 Experience Appalachian Heritage

Explore traditional skills and crafts with live demonstrations, including:
• Blacksmithing
• Basket Weaving
• Quilting
• Pottery
• And more

Whether you’re a lifelong grits lover or just looking for a unique weekend experience, the Inaugural Upcountry Grits Festival offers something for everyone—great food, great music, and a celebration of the heritage that makes our community special.

👉 Come hungry. Come curious. Come celebrate all things grits!