The 21st annual Congaree Swampfest celebration continues on Saturday, October 4th @ 9:00 AM at the Congaree National Park and from 12:00 pm - 6:00pm at the festival site (THE HISTORIC HARRIET BARBER HOUSE & GROUNDS, 116 BARBERVILLE LOOP, HOPKINS, SC 29061).

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This year we are bridging the gap with a wide array of major and local Gospel, R&B, Jazz, and inspirational recording artists (singers, bands,  instrumentalists,  and many other eclectic guests will perform. (see schedule below).

 

Free shuttles will carry visitors from the festival site to the national park. Activities will run throughout the day, offering a free and great opportunity for visitors to experience the rich culture of the Lower Richland Heritage Corridor. No matter the age or interest, there are activities for everyone! Bring your family and friends and enjoy a day out in Richland County.

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Free parking will be available on and near the festival site, Historic Harriet Barber House & Grounds, 116 Barberville Loop, Hopkins, SC 29061, with some limited free parking in the Congaree National Park, 100 National Park Drive, off Old Bluff Road, Hopkins, SC.

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*****Entertainment & Fun & Activities will be going on simultaneously*****

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ENTERTAINMENT STAGE 2025

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Schedule of Activities:

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Site #1: CONGAREE NATIONAL PARK

Guided Tours, , Wildlife art display, & More!

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Side #2: HISTORIC HARRIET BARBER HOUSE

live entertainment, Food / Drink & Craft vendors, children's carnival, Veggie Giveaway to Senior Citizens, Prize Giveaways, Shuttle Service, Golf Cart Central, & More

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Join park staff for a weekend celebration of Congaree National Park and surrounding
communities. 

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Event will feature special exhibits, hands on activities for kids and  programs to enlighten and inspire.  Art contest with prizes awarded to top selections. 

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It’s fun and it’s free!

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*All programs will meet at the Harry Hampton Visitor Center.

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National Park will host a variety of programs at the park including guided hikes, living history programs, kids activities and auditorium programs.  We will plan to offer walk up tours in addition to regularly scheduled tour that day.  There will also be an Owl Prowl on Saturday evening . In addition to programming we will plan to have exhibits and displays (similar to past events).  

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The theme is to be announced. The youth art contest will be held again this year.    

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ENTERTAINMENT LINE UP

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HOSTED BY  TBA

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12:00 PM

JOHN  U. KIRKLAND

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12:30 PM

TBA

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1:00 PM

TBA

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1:30 PM

TBA

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2:00 PM

SALUDA RIVER BAND

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2:30 PM

ST. JOHN LINE DANCE

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3:30 PM

HIGHER GROUND

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4:00 PM

SIGNATURE SMOOTH

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4:30 PM 

JESSICA POWERHOUSE ANDERSON

 

5: 00 PM

SHONSE

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5:30 PM

THE MICKENS

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