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Walhalla’s Oktoberfest

Since 1979 visitors have flocked to Walhalla to celebrate the town’s German heritage. Walhalla’s Oktoberfest takes place at Sertoma Field October 18-20, 2024.

Living History

Get a glimpse into the past and see how The Foothills Farmstead helps preserve history by offering a taste of what life was like in the early 1900s in the Foothills of South Carolina.

Saving Monarch Butterflies

The numbers of eastern Monarchs have plummeted over the past few decades and biologists are concerned they may be facing extinction.

Mountain Grown Fruit

The northwestern corner of Oconee County, SC is a mountainous region well suited to growing fruit. See what’s available and shop roadside markets for the freshest fruit!

SC Apple Festival

Oconee County is the largest apple producing region in South Carolina. The city of Westminster hosts an annual festival to celebrate all things apple 🍎 September 6 & 7, 2024.

Become a Jocassee Wild Naturalist

An in-depth program is for anyone who’s wanted to go further and deeper into the study of the Jocassee Gorges. Classes begin in August 2024 and go through April 2025.

10 Best Ways to Beat the Heat

Ideas for what to do and where to stay cool during the dog days of August!

Throwing it away

Get an inside look at Oconee County’s Solid Waste industry and find out which items can and can’t be recycled.

Summer Adventures

Take your pick when it comes to outdoor activities you’ll have access to in Oconee County, SC. So many memorable ways to spend your summer days!

Come out and play!

We’re a short drive from major southern cities. Quaint towns and memorable ways to unplug in a place where you can be happy being free in the great outdoors!