Local Events

 Seneca Independence Day Celebration

???? Location: Gignilliat Field, Seneca, SC
???? Time: Gates open at 5:00 PM; festivities begin at 6:00 PM
???? Highlights:

Live music performances by tribute bands “Grand Paradise” (6:00 PM) and “Satisfaction” (8:00 PM)
Bounce house and waterslides for kids
Food and beverage vendors
Fireworks display at dusk
????️ Admission: Free
ℹ️ More Info:, visitoconeesc.com

????‍♂️ Firecracker 5K & Festival at Chickasaw Point

???? Location: Chickasaw Point, Westminster, SC
???? Time: Festival from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM; races start at 8:00 AM
???? Features:

5K run/walk, 1-mile run, and kids’ fun run
Water slide, face painting, water balloons, watermelon, ice cream,...

Three Waterfalls to Visit in Walhalla, SC

Looking to cool off and enjoy nature? Check out these three easy-to-reach waterfalls:

Issaqueena Falls: Off Hwy 28, just past Stumphouse Tunnel. A short trail with a big payoff. This is a fee park, so please enjoy the falls, bike trails, and the Stumphouse Tunnel.  The tunnel is a great place to cool off as it is always around 60°F*. 

Yellow Branch Falls: Across from Stumphouse Tunnel, a 1.5-mile hike with rewarding views. The forest fire this spring has burned away most of the debris from Hurricane Helene.  Watch for snags; this is a wooded trail with a meandering path.  The walk to the falls is a medium-length trail.

Station Cove Falls: Near O...