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About The Fest

SC's Peach Celebration

The South Carolina Peach Festival in Gaffney, SC, is a cherished annual event celebrating the region’s rich peach-growing heritage. Established in 1977, the festival was designed to attract visitors from across the state and beyond during the peak peach season in July.

Over the years, the festival has evolved into a multi-day celebration featuring a variety of events, including live music, parades, beauty pageants, and the popular Peach Jam concert.

Today, the South Carolina Peach Festival continues to be a vibrant celebration of community spirit, agricultural heritage, and the beloved peach, drawing attendees from all over to partake in its rich traditions and festivities.

Board of Directors

  • Ronnie Benton – Chairman
  • Brett Clary – Vice Chairman
  • Jessica Dover – Secretary
  • Jessica Wycoff – Treasurer
  • Mike Benton
  • Brad Millwood
  • Craig Patterson
  • Greg Patterson
  • Gayle White
  • Elizabeth Dedmon
  • Zach Morris
  • Shannon Wylie
  • Crystal Price
  • Emily Rockwell
  • Mabel Buff
  • Charm Ellis Daggerhart

July 2025