Summer Events: Festivals and Fairs in Camden, SC and Surrounding Kershaw County Areas

Summer is the perfect time to spend with family and friends at busy festivals and fairs. If Camden, South Carolina or surrounding areas are on your vacation list then you'll find many events to enjoy.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live during the Revolutionary War era? Do Historic Buildings make you shiver? Then a stop in Camden, SC should be first, where a trip to the Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site Park will give you a chance to step back in time, see old colonial homes and even a black smith area. This Historic Park is open daily except holidays and offers free self-guided tours or scheduled guided tours for a fee, see tours.

Jamin' In July-A great time to visit would be in July when Jamin' in July is held at Historic Camden. This festival is a family fun event with activities for all. Tickets are generally $15.00/adults and lower rates for seniors, kids and military. For information on rain dates, food, free parking and all the excitement visit the Historic Camden website.

Spring Market Day held in May, is also located at the Historic Camden. This event is held on 5/10/2008. At the market you can find home crafts, vintage items and much more. Other vendors on site as well see this website for times and more information.

Camden, SC is famous for its steeplechase races. The Carolina Cup (held in spring) and the Colonial Cup (held in fall), provide enjoyment for all but polo lovers can enjoy The Camden Polo Cup Match on May 4. See the schedule of events to fine race times and other information from food to activities.

The Black Cowboy Man or Myth African American Festival held in the town of Rembert, a short drive from Camden, is a cultural festival to encourage awareness of African Americans living the lives of cowboys and farmers. Activities for the whole family round out this festival held the first week of May. See their website.

While enjoying Camden and surrounding areas, which include, Elgin, Bethune, Boykin and many more interesting small towns, take in the historic homes throughout town. A trip down Broad Street will present many antique shops for shopping. (Camden-sc.org/boykin.php)

McBee, South Carolina delivers one of the sweetest festivals of all, the Peach Festival. This event is held July 12th. Loaded with family activities, food a fun it is the place to enjoy the day. Surround with the lovely aroma of ripe peaches and enjoying some homemade peach ice cream is a perfect way to top off the day. Visit the McLeod Farmswebsite for more information.

History buffs, antiques fans and other visitors will find plenty to see and do in Kershaw County and other towns close by. Hospitality awaits the welcomed visitor. See this website.

Sources:

Historic Camden- historic-camden.net
Festival.com
Kershaw Fine Arts Center- fineartscenter.org
The Black Cowboy Festival-blackcowboyfestival.net
Boykin,SC- camden-sc.org/boykin.php
McLeod Farms-macspride.com
Kershaw visitor information-kershawcountrysc.org