Reedy River String Band headlines musical lineup for 43rd Annual Aunt Het Fall Festival

Downtown Fountain Inn is preparing for its signature autumn celebration, with the Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce announcing that Upstate favorite Reedy River String Band will headline the 43rd Annual Aunt Het Fall Festival on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

The beloved street festival, which draws thousands of residents and visitors to Main Street each year, will run from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., bringing an extensive lineup of live roots music, regional artisans, classic rides, and family entertainment to the heart of town.

Live Music Lineup & Stage Sponsors

Live entertainment throughout the afternoon is presented with community support from Commerce Park Main Stage co-sponsors Laurens Electric Cooperative and Prisma Health.

• Reedy River String Band (Headliner): The progressive bluegrass outfit takes the Commerce Park Main Stage from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., delivering their high-energy blend of traditional bluegrass, foot-stomping rhythms, and modern jam style.

• Carolina Slim: Delivering an opening acoustic blues set to kick off the afternoon stage performances.

• The Wandering Buckinghams: Roaming Main Street throughout the festival, entertaining crowds with acoustic banjo, fiddle, and folk tunes.

Festival Highlights

• Artisans & Marketplace: More than 100 craft vendors, local makers, and community organizations will line the downtown corridor.

• Quilt Show: Hosted at the Fountain Inn Activity Center, showcasing traditional and contemporary patchwork designs from regional quilters.

• Food & Family Fun: Festivalgoers can enjoy classic fair food, food trucks, and dedicated children’s amusement zones.

Admission to the Aunt Het Fall Festival is free and open to the public. Attendees can visit the Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce website or follow festival event updates online for performance schedules, parking maps, and vendor information.