Honey Festival · October 23–24, 2027 · Columbia, South Carolina
South Carolina's capital hosts its annual honey and heritage festival celebrating the Palmetto State's rich beekeeping traditions from the coastal lowcountry to the Blue Ridge foothills. Beekeepers present tallow tree, gallberry, sourwood, and cotton varietals unique to South Carolina's diverse floral landscape. The event features a sanctioned honey judging competition, live palmetto folk music, artisan craft vendors, and educational exhibits about South Carolina's historic role in American honey production.
Type: Honey Festival
Date: October 23–24, 2027
Location: 1101 Shop Road, Columbia, South Carolina
Official website: Columbia Honey & Blue Ridge Foothills Festival 2027
Honey festivals feature tastings, vendor booths, educational talks, and family-friendly activities celebrating local honey production and beekeeping traditions.
Discover 210+ honey varieties before attending, or learn how to read honey labels to make informed purchases. Explore our South Carolina Honey Sourcing Guide for local variety recommendations.
Find local honey sources near the event, explore the best honey for your needs, or take our honey personality quiz to find your perfect variety.
Browse all upcoming honey events across the country.