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4th of July Events Around Oconee on Friday, July 4, 2025

Wed, Jul 2nd 2025 9:38 am by Gwen Fowler 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,...



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3 Waterfalls Near Walhalla, SC

Mon, Apr 21st 2025 10:09 am by Gwen Fowler Local Events

Oconee Station Falls

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...



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