Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce

10/23/2026

🌙 TONIGHT! The 4th Annual Pickens Appalachian Folk Festival kicks off at Hagood Mill! 🎻

Music starts at 6:00 PM:
🎶 6:00 PM — Spare Creek
🎶 7:00 PM — Panther Ridge
🎶 8:00 PM — Alexa Rose & Josh Oliver

Artisan vendors, food trucks, games for kids and period demonstrators from 6:00 to 8:30 PM. Then come back tomorrow for a full day of music, 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM!

🎟️ FREE admission
📍 Hagood Mill Historic Site, 138 Hagood Mill Rd., Pickens, SC

👉 Festival Guide & map: https://pickensappalachianfolkfestival.org/festival-guide/

Bring a chair, bring a friend, and we'll see you tonight! 🍂

10/23/2026

☀️ Perfect festival weather is on the way! ☀️

The 4th Annual Pickens Appalachian Folk Festival kicks off TONIGHT at Hagood Mill Historic Site, and the forecast couldn't be better: sunny skies, temperatures in the 60s and almost no chance of rain both days.

🎶 FRIDAY, OCT. 23 | 6–8:30 p.m.
6:00 – Spare Creek (featuring members of Creekwater Collective & Spare Parts Band)
7:00 – Panther Ridge
8:00 – Alexa Rose & Josh Oliver

🎶 SATURDAY, OCT. 24 | 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
11:00 – Johnny Thomas Fowler (storytelling)
11:45 – Buffalo Barfield & Unherd of Entertainment
12:45 – Swamp Rabbit Bluegrass
2:00 – Clifton Hicks
3:15 – Wanda Johnson Band
4:45 – Appalachian Son
6:00 – Reedy River String Band

Plus artisan vendors, food trucks, a brewery and Appalachian demonstrations all weekend long.

🧥 Evenings cool into the mid-50s, so bring a jacket for Friday night's music!

🎟️ FREE admission
📍 Hagood Mill Historic Site, 138 Hagood Mill Rd., Pickens, SC

Map, full lineup and festival guide: https://pickensappalachianfolkfestival.org/festival-guide/

10/23/2026

🎄 Vendor Registration is Now Open for the Doodle Holiday Market! 🎄

The City of Pickens is looking for local vendors to be part of the Doodle Holiday Market & Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday, November 27, 2026, at Pickens Doodle Park.

This festive downtown event gives shoppers a chance to find holiday gifts, handmade items, seasonal treats, and more while enjoying the start of the Christmas season in Pickens.

The Holiday Market will be held from 4:30–8:00 PM, with the Christmas Tree Lighting taking place at 5:30 PM.

Interested in being a vendor? Register here:
https://visitpickens.org/pickens-event-vendor-application/

10/23/2026

🎬🌙 Doodle Park After Dark Movie Nights Continue December 10! 🌙🎬

Join the City of Pickens for a free, family-friendly movie night under the stars!

📅 Thursday, December 10, 2026
🎥 Featured Movie: How the Grinch Stole Christmas
📍 Doodle Park – 409 E. Cedar Rock St.
⏰ Food, drinks, and popcorn available at 7:00 PM | Movie begins at sunset

Bring your chairs, blankets, and your crew for a festive evening of fun and film in the heart of Pickens!

🍿 Food, drinks, and popcorn will be available for purchase.

📌 Important Reminders:

Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian—no drop-offs, please.
This is a smoke-free event.

10/22/2026

There will be a scheduled Pill Take Back this Saturday, October 24th, from 10:00am-2:00pm. Please see the flyer below for all of the convenient drop off locations. Help us keep our streets safe by disposing of unused medications properly!!

10/22/2026

10/22/2026

⚠️ Have you received a message or email asking you to “verify your account” right away? Be careful! Cybercriminals often use urgent messages to trick people into clicking malicious links or entering passwords.

✅ Before you click:
• Check the sender’s email address carefully
• Hover over links to see where they really go
• Never enter your password from a link in an unexpected message
• When in doubt, go directly to the company’s website or app instead

🔒Remember: Legitimate companies typically won’t pressure you to act immediately through unexpected emails or texts.

10/22/2026

Industrial facilities rely on the expertise of electrical contractors. From small repairs to major upgrades, they keep everything operating safely and efficiently.

In our latest article, JDI Industrial Services explains what makes a successful electrical contractor and how they help modern manufacturing operations reduce downtime, improve productivity, and meet industry regulations.

See more here: https://jdiindustrial.com/what-makes-a-successful-electrical-contractor/

10/22/2026

It's officially fire pit season! Follow the tips below to stay safe when around a fire pit:
🔥 Avoid loose clothes
🔥 Avoid soft woods like cedar or pine
🔥 Be prepared to put out the fire with water or a fire extinguisher
🔥 Make sure the fire pit is at least 10 feet away from any structure
🔥 Make sure the fire is completely out before leaving