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Dust off your banjo, pack your tent, and head to the mountains for a weekend steeped in tradition! The Old Time Weekend Jam Festival is back at the Hagood Mill Historic Site on April 18–19, 2025, bringing two days of toe-tapping music, hands-on heritage experiences, and family-friendly fun in the scenic Blue Ridge foothills.This much-loved annual festival invites music lovers, history buffs, and outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy old-time music performances, traditional arts and crafts, living history, and an unforgettable camping experience under the stars.
🎶 Weekend Schedule & Highlights
Friday, April 18
Gates Open: 12:00 PM for campers
Friday Night Concert: 7:30 PM at the Heritage Pavilion
Featuring: Jennifer Rhea Linville, Owen Grooms, JT Linville, and Adam Masters
Saturday, April 19
Main Event Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Enjoy live performances by a fantastic lineup of Old Time musicians:
The Wilder Flower (Madeline Dierauf, Danielle Yother, Molly Johnson)
Dan Gellert – Banjo Legend
Blue Ridge Rounders with Bob and Amy Buckingham
Fiddling Henry Barnes
The Conspiracy Thirys (Jeremy, Jacob, Adelaide, Greyson & Silas Thiry) with special guest Sara Doan
And more!
🎻 Bring your instruments and join open jam sessions happening throughout the day!
🎭 Folklife & Traditional Arts
Explore Appalachian heritage with live craft demonstrations, including:
Blacksmithing
Chair Caning
Quilting
Pottery
And more!
Don't miss the historic 1845 water-powered gristmill in operation—grinding fresh stone-ground cornmeal, grits, and flour available for purchase.
🍔 Food & Artisan Vendors
Grab a bite from local food trucks and shop handmade goods from regional artisans and makers.
🌙 Saturday Night Campground Jam
After the main festivities wrap up, head over to the Meadows Stage for an informal Saturday Night Campground Jam. Bring your instrument and your camp chair for a relaxed evening of music under the stars.
📍 Event Details & Admission
Location: Hagood Mill Historic Site, 138 Hagood Mill Rd, Pickens, SC
Daily Admission: $5 per person (ages 10+); FREE for children 9 & under
Parking: Free
Seating: Bring your own chairs
Camping:
1 Night – $10 per person (ages 10+)
2 Nights – $15 per person (ages 10+)
Primitive tent and car camping available
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
138 Hagood Mill Rd, Hagood Mill Foundation, Pickens, SC, United States, South Carolina 29671
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