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SC agenda HIGHLIGHTS MAY 15–JUNE 15
GREENVILLE GREEK FESTIVAL MAY 17–20
Immerse yourself in Greek culture during the four-day celebration of life that is the Greenville Greek Festival. Hosted by Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, this popular Upstate festival is known for authentic food, traditional music and nonstop dancing, as well as tours showcasing the Byzantine architecture and iconic religious art of the sanctuary.
ORIGINAL GULLAH FESTIVAL MAY 25–27
(864) 233-8531; greekforaday.com BATTLE OF CAMDEN BBQ FESTIVAL MAY 18–19
Come hungry if you want to declare victory at the Battle of Camden BBQ Festival. Sample the artistry of some of the Southeast’s top pit masters as they go head-to-head in this South Carolina Barbeque Association event at Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site. Also on the docket for your belly’s delight: a mac ‘n’ cheese competition judged by attendees and a chicken wing-eating contest. (803) 432-4391; camdenjaycees.org/news
Beaufort’s Original Gullah Festival is a family-friendly showcase of the traditional music, food and arts of enslaved Africans in the Lowcountry. This year’s theme—“Come Home to a Celebration of Reconstruction: The Untold Story”—honors the contributions freed slaves made to South Carolina history and culture after the Civil War. Don’t miss the celebration as it unfolds under the live oaks of Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. (843) 321-9288; theoriginalgullahfestival.org
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