Our festivals and outdoor events are open to the public and free to enter! These events take place at our outdoor amphitheater located behind the Mauldin Cultural Center and often feature music, food, fun activities, and more. Enjoy nights of shag dancing with Beachin’ Fridays; the best BBQ in the southeast with SOOIE. Mauldin’s BBQ Cook-off; local art with our Mauldin Public Art Trail; and so much more!
Check out our 2020-2021 Festival Season, or visit our FAQS to see answers to popular questions.
PLEASE NOTE: The continuation of our 2020-2021 events as scheduled will depend on the City of Mauldin’s ongoing evaluation of the COVID-19 epidemic. Should it be unsafe to hold these events, they may be cancelled or postponed. We will post an announcement on our website page and our social media if there are any changes to the schedule.
All events will currently be held at 50% capacity. Click here to view our COVID-19 policies.
SOOIE. | Mauldin BBQ Cook-Off
Friday | September 18, 2020
6 – 9 p.m.
Saturday | September 19, 2020
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
FREE ENTRY
Produced by the City of Mauldin, the annual festival is a showcase of the heritage of our community, from its food to its music.
The Mauldin BBQ Cook-off features cookers from all over the Southeast competing to bring the best BBQ to Mauldin. The festival opens Friday night with our Anything Butt competition, where Participating Cookers serve anything BUTT their BBQ to pique your tastebuds. Sliders, grilled chicken, smoked cobbler—the only way to know what’s cooking is to come try it for yourself. Saturday features the main event, a BBQ Cook-off competition with a panel of certified BBQ Tasters from the South Carolina Barbeque Association. The public will also have a chance to cast their vote for the best BBQ and the winner of the People’s Choice Award. Paired with live music and family fun, this can’t-miss festival is the perfect pig-out.
Want to know what to expect at the event? Download our COVID-19 policy for this event, view the COVID-19 waiver, or visit mauldinbbq.com
Greenville Concert Band Performance
Saturday | October 17, 2020
2 p.m.
FREE ENTRY
This event took place in October 2020.
The Greenville Concert Band promotes the quality performance and appreciation of band music of classical and popular genres, balancing audience appeal with challenging literature for its members. The band is committed to advancing the American Musical Experience, giving their best for all audiences.
In October, the Greenville Concert Band presents their favorite works from past seasons, including “Procession of the Nobles,” “Amber Waves of Grain,” “Shenandoah,” and other beloved songs! Join GCB live at the Mauldin Cultural Center, October 17 at 2:00 PM! PLEASE NOTE: Masks are required. Seating is socially distanced and limited.
Mauldin’s Christmas Kick-off
December 3 & 5, 2020
Hours vary | FREE ENTRY
Please note: We will not be holding the Holiday Market in 2020 due to COVID-19. If you’re looking for upcoming vendor opportunities with us, we are accepting applications for our Pizza, Blues & Jazz Festival and Arts Market and the Mauldin Farmers Market.
’Twas the start of December, when all through Mauldin
The season was changing, and Christmas was callin’.
The City was decorated, glistening with might,
Knowing the holidays would soon bring delight.
Christmas is our favorite time of year! It’s when we find ourselves surrounded by giving, creativity, warmth, love, peace, culture and happiness. Join us and the Mauldin Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate this holiday season with our annual Tree Lighting and the Mauldin Christmas Parade!
PB&J: Pizza, Blues & Jazz Festival
Friday | April 30, 2021
6 – 9 p.m.
Saturday | May 1, 2021
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
FREE ENTRY
Volunteer
Join us for a weekend of PB & J — Pizza, Blues & Jazz! We’ve rounded up your favorite pizza joints to serve you at this inaugural festival, with live blues and jazz and local arts vendors. Sink your teeth into the cheesiest, greasiest slices of pie around, wash it down with cold beer and wine, and groove to some live blues and jazz bands!
We weren’t able to hold our PB&J: Pizza, Blues & Jazz Festival in 2020 due to COVID-19, but we put together a fun virtual event for all to enjoy! Check it out to get pumped for 2021: Click here for our Virtual PB&J Festival!
Want to be a vendor?
To register, review the rules and regulations, complete the form and return it to the Office of Cultural Affairs. Please note that the City of Mauldin reserves the right to refuse any vendor at their sole discretion.
Vendor Information & Release Form | Registration Form
Public Art Trail Unveiling
June 2021
FREE ENTRY
Mauldin’s Public Art Trail seeks to beautify the community and support South Carolina artists. A new work is commissioned each year to fill one of the nine trail sites lining the perimeter of the Mauldin Outdoor Amphitheater.
Check back later for our announcement of the next artist to join the Mauldin Public Art Trail! This piece will be unveiled in June 2021.
Learn More about the Mauldin Public Art Trail
Mauldin Farmers Market
Tuesdays | June 1 – July 27, 2021
5-8 p.m. | FREE ENTRY
Volunteer
The Mauldin Farmers Market features a variety of vendors from around the Upstate selling locally sourced and produced items including produce, dairy, eggs, honey, gifts, apparel, accessories, treats, pastries, and more!
Want to be a vendor?
To register, review the rules and regulations, complete the form and return it to the Office of Cultural Affairs. Please note that the City of Mauldin reserves the right to refuse any vendor at their sole discretion.
Vendor Information & Release Form | Registration Form
Beachin’ Fridays
Fridays | May 28 – July 30, 2021
7-10 p.m. | FREE ENTRY
Volunteer
We’ll be playing all of your favorite beach hits and more at the Mauldin Outdoor Amphitheater. Bring your dancing shoes, lawn chairs and blankets – it’s gonna be a long, fun, Southern night!
Enjoy beer and wine, food trucks, shag lessons and more. Outside food and beverages prohibited. Must be 21+ to consume alcohol; ID and wristband ($1) required.