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02/19/2025

Preserving Appalachian Culture You’re Invited to Visit Hagood Mill Open to the Public Wednesday-Saturday from 10a-4p Third Saturday Events Each month we host an event. Click the link above to see what event is coming up. Become a Vendor We welcome artisan vendors to apply for a spot at our third S...

12/09/2024

🎄✨ What an incredible turnout for the 2024 Pickens Christmas Parade! We are so thankful for the record number of participants this year—it made the judges' job tougher than ever! 👏

And the Winners Are:
🎺 Best Band: Chicago Pipe Band
🎭 Best Performance: New Pickens Rodeo
🚛 Best Float: Parton Sheds
🎨 Best Use of Theme: Behavioral Health
🏆 Judges' Choice Award: Youth Leadership Academy

Thank you to everyone who participated and made this parade so magical. 🎅💫 Can't wait to see you all next year!

12/06/2024

🎄 Important Road Closure Information for the Pickens Christmas Parade - December 6 🎄

🗓️ When: Friday, Dec. 6, at 7:00 PM
📍 Where: Downtown Pickens

✨ Parade Route:
The parade will start at Legacy Square and conclude at Pickens Presbyterian Church.

🚧 Road Closures:
Starting at 4:30 PM, the following roads will be closed:

- E. Jones Avenue to Bivens Street
- Hampton Avenue just past the Walgreens entrance

📍 Plan Ahead: Click below to view our Parade Route Interactive Map for detailed information.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🎅✨



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The City of Pickens Christmas Parade Route

12/06/2024

🎄✨ Catch the City of Pickens Christmas Parade LIVE! ✨🎄

Join us in beautiful downtown Pickens on December 6 @ 7:00pm for the Pickens Christmas Parade.

If you can’t make it in person, we’d love to have you join the festivities online on the City of Pickens page. Let’s celebrate the season together! 🎅🎁

12/05/2024

🎄✨ Step into the magic of Christmas past at the Historic Hagood-Mauldin House Christmas Open House! 🎅🎁

📅 Date: Friday, December 6
🕓 Time: 4 PM - 7 PM
📍 Location: Hagood-Mauldin House, 104 N. Lewis St, Pickens, SC

Enjoy the beauty of period holiday décor, meet Santa Claus and his sleigh, and soak up the festive spirit in this FREE community event!

🎉 Stick around after the open house for the Pickens Christmas Parade, starting at 7 PM!

Bring the whole family for an evening filled with tradition, cheer, and holiday magic. 🎶❄️

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12/05/2024

🎄 Important Road Closure Information for the Pickens Christmas Parade - December 6 🎄

We’re just 1 day away from the 2024 Pickens Christmas Parade!

🗓️ When: Friday, Dec. 6, at 7:00 PM
📍 Where: Downtown Pickens

✨ Parade Route:
The parade will start at Legacy Square and conclude at Pickens Presbyterian Church.

🚧 Road Closures:
Starting at 4:30 PM, the following roads will be closed:

- E. Jones Avenue to Bivens Street
- Hampton Avenue just past the Walgreens entrance

📍 Plan Ahead: Click below to view our Parade Route Interactive Map for detailed information.

🅿️ - Check the map below for Parking locations including ADA Parking.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🎅✨



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The City of Pickens Christmas Parade Route

12/04/2024

We are thrilled to announce that Miss South Carolina will be joining us for the Pickens Christmas Parade on Friday, December 6, at 7:00 PM in historic downtown Pickens! 👑🎄

Don’t miss the chance to see her light up the parade as we celebrate the season with magic, music, and holiday cheer. 🌟

📅 Mark your calendars and bring the whole family for an unforgettable evening!

12/03/2024

🎄 Important Road Closure Information for the Pickens Christmas Parade - December 6 🎄

We’re just 3 days away from the 2023 Pickens Christmas Parade!
🗓️ When: Friday, Dec. 6, at 7:00 PM
📍 Where: Downtown Pickens

✨ Parade Route:
The parade will start at Legacy Square and conclude at Pickens Presbyterian Church.

🚧 Road Closures:
Starting at 4:30 PM, the following roads will be closed:

- E. Jones Avenue to Bivens Street
- Hampton Avenue just past the Walgreens entrance

📍 Plan Ahead: Click below to view our Parade Route Interactive Map for detailed information.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🎅✨



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The City of Pickens Christmas Parade Route

12/02/2024

🎄🎉 The Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the 2024 Pickens Christmas Parade Grand Marshal is Betty McDaniel.🎉🎄

Betty McDaniel, a lifelong resident of Pickens, South Carolina, is a distinguished educator, cultural preservationist, and community leader. Her passion for preserving Appalachian heritage and enriching the lives of local residents has made her a beloved figure in the region.

In 2008, Betty founded the Young Appalachian Musicians (YAMS) program at Holly Springs Elementary School, introducing children to their musical heritage through traditional Appalachian instruments like the fiddle, guitar, mandolin, and banjo. Under her leadership, the YAMS program has grown to serve over 400 students across Pickens County, preserving the rich traditions of Southern Appalachian music. Betty also co-founded Preserving Our Southern Appalachian Music (POSAM), a nonprofit supporting YAM's mission.

Recognized for her efforts with the prestigious Jean Laney Harris Folk Heritage Award, Betty’s legacy reflects her unwavering dedication to community, education, and cultural preservation.

📅 Date: Friday, December 6, 2024
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Main Street, Pickens

12/01/2024

🎄Get Ready for a Magical Journey into the heart of the North Pole! 🕰️🎄

Mark your calendars because the City of Pickens is thrilled to announce the 2024 Pickens Christmas Parade! 🎅🚗🎁

📅 Date: Friday, December 6, 2024
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Main Street, Pickens

This year's theme is "Santa's Workshop" – a magical journey into the heart of the North Pole. 🎅✨

Get ready to be enchanted by floats showcasing scenes from Santa's busy workshop, where elves are hard at work crafting toys, reindeer are preparing for their big night, and Santa's sleigh is loaded with gifts, ready for its flight around the world. Each float will offer a unique glimpse of the Christmas magic we all love! 🎁🛷

Gather your family and friends, dust off your time-traveling goggles, and come celebrate the spirit of the season with us at the Pickens Christmas Parade. 🎉🎊✨

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11/27/2024

Deadline to Register is Thursday, November 28 - 🎄Get Ready for a Magical Journey into the heart of the North Pole! 🕰️🎄

Mark your calendars because the City of Pickens is thrilled to announce the 2024 Pickens Christmas Parade! 🎅🚗🎁

📅 Date: Friday, December 6, 2024
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Main Street, Pickens

This year's theme is "Santa's Workshop" – a magical journey into the heart of the North Pole. 🎅✨

Get ready to be enchanted by floats showcasing scenes from Santa's busy workshop, where elves are hard at work crafting toys, reindeer are preparing for their big night, and Santa's sleigh is loaded with gifts, ready for its flight around the world. Each float will offer a unique glimpse of the Christmas magic we all love! 🎁🛷✨

🎄 Deadline to Register: Thursday, November 28!
Don't miss your chance to join the festivities. Applications are NOW OPEN for parade entries! If you'd like to participate, visit https://visitpickens.org/parade to sign up and be part of the magic. ✍️🎈

🎄 Parade Vendor Applications: If you want to be a part of this heartwarming and festive tradition, visit our website at https://visitpickens.org/pickens-christmas-parade-vendor-application to sign up and be a part of the magic. ✍️🎈

Gather your family and friends, dust off your time-traveling goggles, and come celebrate the spirit of the season with us at the Pickens Christmas Parade. 🎉🎊✨

Stay tuned for more exciting updates and surprises! 🎁🎉🌟

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11/25/2024

🎄✨ Calling all festive spirits! 🌟 Join us in spreading holiday cheer at the Pickens Christmas Parade on December 6, 2024!

🎅🤶 We're on the lookout for enthusiastic volunteers to make this event merry and bright. 🎁✨

If you're ready to be part of the festive magic, sign up now and let's make this parade unforgettable! 🚗🎉

Signup Here ➡️ https://visitpickens.org/pickens-christmas-parade-volunteer-signup/

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11/22/2024

🎄🎉 The most wonderful time of the year is HERE in Pickens! 🎉🎄

Get ready to kick off the Christmas season in style! Join us November 29 at the Pickens Doodle Park Pavilion for a Holiday Market from 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm — perfect for holiday shopping and festive treats! 🎁 And don’t forget Pictures with Santa from 4:30 pm - 5:45 pm! 🎅✨

🌟 Then, be there at 6:00 pm for the magical Christmas Tree Lighting — it's going to be amazing! 🌟

The holiday fun continues with the Pickens Christmas Parade on Friday, December 6 at 7:00 pm on Main Street! This year’s theme is "Santa's Workshop" 🧸🎄. Come see Santa, dazzling lights, and all the holiday cheer you could dream of!

🎄 Holiday Market Vendor Applications are NOW OPEN! If you want to be a part of this heartwarming and festive tradition while shopping local, visit our website at https://loom.ly/loQfDXs to sign up and be a part of the magic.

🎄 Applications are NOW OPEN for parade entries! If you want to be a part of this heartwarming and festive tradition, visit our website at https://loom.ly/6ZFCa9Q to sign up and be a part of the magic. ✍️🎈

🎄 Parade Vendor Applications are NOW OPEN! If you want to be a part of this heartwarming and festive tradition, visit our website at https://loom.ly/GQyVLSA to sign up and be a part of the magic.

Mark your calendars, grab your loved ones, and let’s make this a holiday season to remember! ❤️

11/18/2024

Join us as we light up the town and officially usher in the holiday season with our dazzling Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony and Doodle Holiday Market. And, have your picture taken with Santa – FREE.🌲✨

🗓️ November 29, 2024
🕕 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM
📍 409 E. Cedar Rock St, Pickens, SC