Choosing Sides: The Catawba Nation & the Fight for Independence
Discover the important role of the Catawba Nation in the American Revolutionary War at Choosing Sides: The Catawba Nation…
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The Olde English District honors its storied past while embracing the future. Here you can enjoy small-town charm, outdoor recreation, unique shopping opportunities, wonderful eateries, fun family adventures and so much more. It’s also a fantastic place to simply relax and recharge, disconnecting from the rigors of everyday life.
Spanning the counties of Chester, Chesterfield, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lancaster, Union and York, we invite you to see all that we have to offer. We know you’ll love what you discover in South Carolina’s Olde English District.
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Events At A Glance
9/17
Art & Soul Gala at the Ivy Place
Join the LCCA for “Art & Soul @ The Ivy Place” for an unforgettable evening featuring live art, entertainment, and delicious food. Our largest…
9/17
Historic Camden Pirate Fest
Ahoy, mateys! Pirate Fest returns to Historic Camden for three days of swashbuckling fun, after-dark adventures and living hi…
9/18
Food Truck Friday at Fountain Park
Spend a Friday night in Old Town Rock Hill during Food Truck Friday at Fountain Park. Grab dinner from some of the area’s favorite food trucks, enj…
9/18
Art in the Square Arts Showcase Downtown Chester
Celebrate the arts in Downtown Chester during the Art in the Square Arts Showcase, presented by the Arts Council of Chester C…
9/18
25th Anniversary St. Anne International Festival
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the St. Anne International Festival with two days of food, music and traditions from around…
9/18
Solomon Eichner in Concert in Lancaster
nternationally acclaimed pianist Solomon Eichner returns to the Lancaster Cultural Arts Center for an evening of classical mu…
9/19
Cultivating Connections Garden Series
The Cultivating Connections Garden Series has been extended this summer and fall!Designed to be a living classroom, the program bridges trad…
9/19
Pop-Up Art Market
Support local talent and discover something special! These mini monthly pop-up art sales offer original works by Native American artists, perfect f…
9/19
Main Street York Farmers Market
pend a Saturday morning exploring Downtown York during the Main Street Yo…
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Tee Off in the Olde English District: The Best Disc Golf Courses in South Carolina
This corner of South Carolina has hosted the world’s best disc golfers, the United States Disc Golf Championship and the World Disc Golf Championships…
Old Town Farmers Market 
Farmers Markets in the Olde English District
There’s nothing better than a sunny morning at a local farmers market: fresh produce, homemade treats, and local vendors. The Olde English District is…
Explore the small-town charm of Historic York during Summerfest.
York Summerfest 2026: Celebrate Summer in Historic Downtown York, SC
Summer may be winding down, but there is still time to make memories in the Olde English District. York Summerfest returns to Historic Downtown York o…
Polly’s Coffee & Ice Cream Shoppe
Ice Cream Stops in The OED: A Sweet Summer Road Trip Guide
Summer in South Carolina’s Olde English District is made for backroads, small-town exploring, and discovering hidden gems along the way. And after a d…
Anne Springs Close Greenway
Andrew Ferguson: A Free Black Patriot Who Refused to Surrender
Andrew Ferguson: A Free Black Patriot Who Refused to Surrender
Peter Harris: The Only Catawba Regular of the Continental Army
Peter Harris: The Only Catawba Regular of the Continental Army
Martha Bratton: Igniting the Spirit of American Freedom and Defying the British
Martha Bratton: Igniting the Spirit of American Freedom and Defying the British
The Jackson Family: The Making of a President in the Carolina Backcountry
The Jackson Family: The Making of a President in the Carolina Backcountry
Your Guide to National Picnic Month in the OED
July is National Picnic Month, and there’s no better way to enjoy the summer sunshine than with a basket of your favorite foods and a scenic spot to s…
Step Into the Revolution: Celebrate SC250 in the Olde English District
Real Stories. Real People. Real Places.
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From the suburbs of Charlotte, N.C., to tucked-away towns and rural communities, the Olde English District offers just the kind of getaway you need. We offer an array of hotels, bed & breakfasts, cabins, camping and more across our seven counties.
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Fall is calling 🍂🍁
Fall Fun kicks off tomorrow, Saturday, September 12th, at Cotton Hills Farm! 🚜
Wander the U-Pick Pumpkin Patch, get lost in the corn maze, let the kids loose in the corn pit, hop on a hayride or train ride, take on some farm games, and save room for all the farm market favorites.
Grab the family and head out for some fall memories. 🧡
📅 Saturday, September 12th
📍 Cotton Hills Farm | Lowrys, SC
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There’s a corner of Lancaster where the wine’s already pouring, and on September 26, the beer will be too. 🍇🍺
Sip your way through a tasting, then settle in for a meal at The Vineyard Table. Stroll the vines. Soak up the lake views. Or stay the night and make a whole weekend of it.
Laurel Haven Estate is opening its new craft brewery during Oktoberfest on September 26, giving you one more reason to linger a little longer.
This is wine country, Carolina style. And it just keeps getting better. ✨
📸 : @laurelhavenestate
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🏛️ Trail Tuesday: Revolutionary War Visitor Center
Start your journey where the story begins.
Before hitting the Backcountry Revolution Trail, make Camden your first stop. The Revolutionary War Visitor Center lays out the bigger picture of the Southern Campaign, from British strategy and Patriot militia resistance to key battles and the communities caught in between.
It’s the perfect primer for understanding how Camden, Hanging Rock, Kings Mountain and the Waxhaws all connect to the larger story of the Revolution in the backcountry.
And speaking of stories, our first episode of Olde Stories, New Voices is coming this month! 🎙️ Stay tuned for a whole new way to experience this history.
📍 Camden, South Carolina
🔗 Explore the Backcountry Revolution Trail : link in bio!
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Sometimes all you need is a charming downtown, good food, a few local shops, and a reason to slow down. 💛
This September, that reason is Uniquely Union.
Spend September 11–12 exploring Union. Live music, local vendors, food trucks, and plenty of small-town fun along the way.
Come for the weekend. Leave with a new favorite small town.
#OEDTravel #DiscoverSC #UniquelyUnion #UnionSC #SmallTownCharm
South Carolina’s state dog was born right here in the OED. 🐾
The Boykin Spaniel got its start in the early 1900s in Boykin, SC, a small community just outside Camden.
You can even spot them around Camden! Head downtown and see if you can find all 12 bronze Boykins tucked throughout the city. Snap a photo and tag us in your finds! 🐶
Happy Boykin Spaniel Day, y’all!
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Meet us outside 🌿
Two days. One pretty great place to be.
Join us in Great Falls for the 2026 South Carolina Nature-Based Conference, with outdoor experiences, new connections and a look at what’s ahead for nature-based tourism in South Carolina.
October 5–6 | Great Falls, SC
Registration closes September 28.
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No plans. No noise. Just this.
Find your weekend in the OED.
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Dog-friendly plans > literally any other plans. 🐶✨
Make your next OED adventure a win-win: new places to explore, good food to enjoy and a cozy place to stay with your favorite travel buddy by your side. 🐾
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