South Carolina Strawberry Festival

The South Carolina Strawberry Festival began in 2010 and is hosted by the Town of Fort Mill annually the first Friday and Saturday in May. The event is held in Walter Elisha Park, 345 N. White Street, and features the beautiful Fort Mill Amphitheater. 2026 will be the 17th Year of the Festival! The South Carolina Strawberry Festival features great music, children’s entertainment, strawberry eating contests, food, vendors, rides, fireworks, strawberries and so much more! Leading up to the festival in the park, a number of community events are featured. This year’sschedule includes Little Miss, Teen, Miss and Ms. Strawberry Pageants, Strawberry Festival Golf Tournament, Strawberry Sprint & Stroll 5K, and the Strawberry Soirée. The South Carolina Strawberry Festival showcases our beautiful Historic Fort Mill and provides avenue where residents, friends and visitors come together in a fun, safe, and family-friendly environment. The festival seeks to encourage economic development, enhance quality of life and foster community pride and engagement. Join us for a "berry" sweet time!