[ June 25, 2026 ] America's 250th birthday is more than a one-day celebration. Throughout Pickens County, businesses and local organizations are coming together to commemorate this historic milestone with patriotic events, live music, family activities, outdoor adventures, and hometown traditions.

Whether you are looking for fireworks, community celebrations, or ways to enjoy summer in the mountains, this guide will help you make the most of America 250 in Pickens County.

AMERICA 250 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS by VISIT PICKENS

Thursday, June 25
Kick off the America 250 celebration week this Thursday! Start your evening at Talking Rock Brewery at 5 pm for Open Mic Night, a great way to support local talent. You can also catch Farm Bureau Storytime at the Pickens County Library at 4 pm or center yourself with Yoga with Karen at the Pickens County Recreation Department at 5:30 pm.

Friday, June 26
The patriotic excitement continues into Friday with an incredible lineup of evening events. Enjoy the outdoors with Sunset Concerts and Suppers at Fainting Goat Vineyards starting at 5 pm, or catch live music from Apollo Gott at Old Mulehouse at 6 pm. Wrap up the night by grabbing a spot at Bell's Family Pharmacy at 9 pm for a Free Movie Night showing Barbie as the community gears up for the big weekend.

Saturday, June 27
Saturday is packed with America 250 festivities! Start early with the Jasper Farmers Market at Lee Newton Park at 7:30 am. Head over to Sacketts Country for the 250th Fourth of July Celebration starting at 12:30 pm, where you can even meet "Independence, the Bald Eagle" at 11:30 am. Later in the afternoon, enjoy live music from The Shetlands at Talking Rock Brewery at 4 pm, and cap off your night with The Andrew Brothers Dueling Pianos at Rocco's Pub at 7 pm.

Sunday, June 28
Keep the patriotic spirit alive this Sunday starting with the Talking Rock Mountain Makers Market at 12 pm. Spend your afternoon enjoying local music, including the Sunday Song Series featuring Brandon Stone at Talking Rock Brewery at 2 pm. The highlight of the day is the God and Country Concert - Community Sing & Picnic at First Baptist Church Jasper at 4 pm, a perfect America 250 gathering.

Monday, June 29
The America 250 celebration rolls right into the workweek! Join the fun at the Pickens County Library for a Mario Kart Tournament at 2 pm or get moving with Party in the Basement Cardio at the Rec Department at 5:30 pm. In the evening, head downtown to Perrow Park at 6 pm for a Free Movie Night showing the patriotic musical classic, 1776.

Tuesday, June 30
Tuesday offers a special glimpse into history for America 250. Check out the Kirby-Quinton Cabin Family Activities starting at 6 pm for historic storytelling and colonial fun. You can also unwind earlier in the evening with Yoga with Karen at the Rec Department at 5:30 pm.

Wednesday, July 1
Wednesday marks a historic moment for Pickens County! Join the community at Perrow Park at 5 pm for the America 250 Time Capsule Burial, set to be opened in 2076. Stick around for the Carnival at Lee Newton Park opening at 5 pm, and catch Round 1 of the Jasper's Got Talent Contest at 6 pm.

Thursday, July 2
The holiday momentum builds this Thursday! Celebrate early at the Liberty Luau at the Pickens County Library at 1 pm. In the evening, head to Talking Rock Brewery for Open Mic Night at 5 pm, enjoy the Carnival at Lee Newton Park, or watch the Jasper's Got Talent Contest Finals at 6 pm.

Friday, July 3
Kick off the holiday weekend right! Enjoy live music at Talking Rock Brewery at 4 pm, followed by the Golf Cart Parade at Bent Tree Tavern. The evening features the highly anticipated America's 250th Celebration with Billy and The Jets at The Terraces of Big Canoe Chapel at 7 pm, alongside sunset concerts at the vineyards and the Jasper's Got Talent winners announcement at Lee Newton Park.

Saturday, July 4
Happy 250th Birthday, America! Start Independence Day at the Jasper Farmers Market at 7:30 am, then grab a spot for the historic Independence Parade in Downtown Jasper at 10 am. Spend the day enjoying the Carnival at Lee Newton Park and live music across the county, including the Celebrate 250 Year Anniversary party with East Bound & Down Band at Rocco's Pub at 8 pm. Finally, look to the sky for the massive Fireworks show over Lee Newton Park at 10:05 pm!

Sunday, July 5
Wind down an unforgettable America 250 week this Sunday. Explore the Talking Rock Mountain Makers Market at 12 pm or check out the Farmer's Market at Made With Love - Soulfood & More at 11 am. Relax with the Sunday Song Series at Talking Rock Brewery at 2 pm, and take one last spin at the Carnival at Lee Newton Park at 5 pm.

Ready for the complete schedule? There are even more live concerts, markets, and unique activities happening all weekend long. Discover the full calendar and plan your perfect mountain getaway at Visit Pickens and make the most of your weekend!