Squealin’ on the Square 2026 music lineup revealed as festival nears
October 11, 2026
Barbecue, live music and family fun are on next weekend’s forecast in downtown Laurens as Squealin’ on the Square returns for its 2026 edition.
With the festival one week away, organizers with Main Street Laurens have unveiled the live music lineup that will fill the historic square on Friday, Oct. 16, and Saturday, Oct. 17.
Friday’s music kicks off at noon with Vance Kennedy & The Barksdale Station, followed by Going Coastal and The Magic Momentz. Retro 78 closes out the first night with a set running until 10 p.m.
Saturday’s lineup begins at 10 a.m. with Chazz Michaels and continues throughout the day with Exit 83 Band, Xperience Soul and Heath Fowler & The One Eyed Jack Band. Rhythm Jab will wrap up the festival with an evening performance.
The full schedule is as follows:
Friday, Oct. 16
Noon to 2 p.m.: Vance Kennedy & The Barksdale Station
2:30 to 4:30 p.m.: Going Coastal
5 to 7 p.m.: The Magic Momentz
7:30 to 10 p.m.: Retro 78
Saturday, Oct. 17
10 to 11:30 a.m.: Chazz Michaels
Noon to 1:30 p.m.: Exit 83 Band
2 to 3:30 p.m.: Xperience Soul
4 to 5:30 p.m.: Heath Fowler & The One Eyed Jack Band
6 to 9 p.m.: Rhythm Jab
Local cheer and dance teams will also take the stage for featured performances during the festival.
In addition to live music, the two-day event will offer barbecue, a kids zone, a car show and a full slate of festival activities for visitors of all ages.
Squealin’ on the Square has become a fall tradition in Laurens, drawing barbecue lovers, music fans and families to the downtown square each October.
“We put a lot of thought into this year’s lineup, and we think there’s truly something for everyone, from bluegrass and beach music to soul and country,” said Brad Abercrombie, director of Main Street Laurens. “Squealin’ on the Square is about bringing our community together downtown. Grab a plate of barbecue, pull up a chair and stay awhile. We can’t wait to see everyone on the square next weekend.”
Admission is free. For updates and additional details, follow Main Street Laurens on Facebook.
