South Carolina Apple Festival
Fall festival · South Carolina
Oconee County's harvest celebration takes over downtown Westminster for a weekend each September, with a parade and a rodeo, plus street vendors set against the orchards of nearby Long Creek. It sits at the foot of the Upstate mountains, close to Table Rock and Caesars Head as their color begins to turn.
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Plan your visit
Runs Thursday through Saturday, September 10-12, 2026; parade, vendor booths, and rodeo scheduled across the three days
Dates from the official announcement — always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: November 5–November 9
Color builds from October 23 · mostly bare by December 1
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at South Carolina Apple Festival’s own coordinates and elevation (276 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
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Frequently asked
- When is South Carolina Apple Festival open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs Sep 10 – Sep 12. Runs Thursday through Saturday, September 10-12, 2026; parade, vendor booths, and rodeo scheduled across the three days. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does South Carolina Apple Festival peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for November 5–November 9 (best estimate November 7). Color starts around October 23 and is mostly bare by December 1.
- What is South Carolina Apple Festival best for?
- A small-town harvest festival near Table Rock.
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