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South Carolina Peach Festival in Gaffney, South Carolina is usually held mid-July, roughly ten days from a Thursday kickoff to the following Sunday. Next dates not confirmed: the organizer had not posted them when we checked on October 26, 2026. Peach Parade in downtown Gaffney, Peach Jam in the Park concert at Jolly Park, pageant, mud bog, fishing tournament and a carnival day.
At A Glance
| Next dates | Not posted yet (not confirmed) |
|---|---|
| Usually | mid-July, roughly ten days from a Thursday kickoff to the following Sunday |
| Where | Gaffney, Cherokee County |
| Admission | Ticketed events (Peach Jam in the Park, tickets sold online); pageant tickets at the event; no general admission fee stated |
| Since | Site header says "Established in 1977" but About text says "Established in 1976"; 2026 billed "Celebrating 50 Years!" |
| Official site | southcarolinapeachfest.com |
When It Usually Happens
Usual timing from past editions: mid-July, roughly ten days from a Thursday kickoff to the following Sunday. Source: past edition (“Thursday, July 9 – Festival Kick-Off”).
Frequently Asked Questions
When is South Carolina Peach Festival?
The next dates are not posted yet. Usual timing from past editions: mid-July, roughly ten days from a Thursday kickoff to the following Sunday.
Where is South Carolina Peach Festival held?
In Gaffney, Cherokee County, in the Upstate region of South Carolina.
How much does it cost?
Ticketed events (Peach Jam in the Park, tickets sold online); pageant tickets at the event; no general admission fee stated
Keep Planning
Read on October 26, 2026. Festival dates change; confirm on the organizer’s page before you go.
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