Johns Island County Park hosts annual family-friendly bluegrass festival

Join Charleston County Parks for a countryside fall celebration! The 2024 Harvest Festival is set for Saturday, Nov. 2 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. at beautiful Johns Island County Park.

The Harvest Festival is known for its showcase of Charleston’s own bluegrass talent, with local bands playing throughout the day. The festival kicks off with a demo from the City of Charleston’s Mounted Police at 11 a.m., and live music will begin at 12 p.m. This year’s musical lineup is:

12 – 1:30 p.m.: The Blue Plantation Band

1:45 -3:15 p.m.: YeeHaw Junction

3:30 – 5 p.m.: New Ghost Town

And of course, no Harvest Festival would be complete without a feast! A variety of food vendors will be on site, selling barbeque, kettle corn and all your beloved festival treats, plus plenty of cold beverages.

Festival-goers are also encouraged to stop by the crafters’ market, which features a variety of hand-made items from local craft and merchandise vendors that make perfect holiday gifts. Families will find activities to keep the kids occupied including hayrides, kids’ fall arts and crafts, and pumpkin painting.

Charleston County Parks has partnered with Kulture City to offer sensory inclusive accommodations at the event, including sensory bags, to help any guest with sensory needs. A quiet area will also be available on site behind the park’s barn. For more information on accessibility at the Harvest Festival, visit the event webpage.

Admission to the Harvest Festival is $10 per person. Kids 12 and under and Gold Pass holders are admitted free. Gold Passes are not sold on site and receipt of purchase is not accepted; Gold Pass must be presented for free entry. Advance ticket sales are not available for this event.

Food and beverages are available for additional fees; valid ID is required for alcohol purchase. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets for seating. Dogs are welcome but must remain on a leash at all times. Outside alcohol and coolers are prohibited.

For more information, call 843-795-4386, visit CharlestonCountyParks.com. This event is brought to you by your Charleston County Parks.