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World Grits Festival is on April 9-11, 2027 in St. George, South Carolina, according to the organizer. Carnival, arts and crafts, food and civic booths, Grits Festival Parade, Rollin' in the Grits, grits eating contest, wheelbarrow race and corn toss.
At A Glance
| Next dates | April 9-11, 2027 (organizer page) |
|---|---|
| Usually | second weekend of April, Friday-Sunday |
| Where | St. George, Dorchester County |
| Admission | See the festival site |
| Since | First festival held in April 1986 |
| Official site | worldgritsfestival.com |
When It Usually Happens
Usual timing from past editions: second weekend of April, Friday-Sunday. Source: past edition (“Sunday, April 12th”).
Frequently Asked Questions
When is World Grits Festival?
April 9-11, 2027, according to the organizer.
Where is World Grits Festival held?
In St. George, Dorchester County, in the Lowcountry region of South Carolina.
How much does it cost?
The organizer had not published admission when we checked. See the festival site.
Keep Planning
Read on October 26, 2026. Festival dates change; confirm on the organizer’s page before you go.
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