Ready or not, summer is officially here! Whether you love being in the sun or prefer staying cool indoors, we’ve got you covered with the ultimate York County summer bucket list. Make a splash into summer with these exciting activities.
Get Festive with these Summer Events
- Ag + Art Festival returns for one weekend, June 6th! Take a trip down a country road and explore the agriculture and artistic heritage of York County. During this FREE self-guided tour, you will be able to visit a working farm, peruse the unique handmade items of our artisans, and leave your mark on public art!
- York Summerfest is back and better than ever! This year’s festival will take place on Aug. 22nd in Downtown York, SC. From local vendors and entertainment and night-ending street dance, admission to the Summerfest is Free!
- Summer is the season of live music! From the Rooted Rhythm Series at the Greenway to the new Concerts in the Garden at Glencairn Garden, there are plenty of ways to enjoy music outdoors this season. Check them all out here: Concerts
- The town of Clover will be hosting Food Truck Thursdays at New Centre Park and a farmers market every Saturday starting April through September!
- Food Truck Fridays are back! Join the city of Rock Hill every third Friday of the month for food trucks and entertainment at Fountain Park in downtown Rock Hill.
- Juneteenth Rock Hill returns to Fountain Park on Friday, June 19th-21st, and continues with a freedom festival at Clinton College the following day.
- Rock Hill Pride returns to Rock Hill for its third year from June 4th to 20th! During Rock Hill's Pride Festival, you can enjoy eight days of fun in Downtown Rock Hill. This grassroots festival is solely supported by, funded by, and run by Downtown Businesses and individuals.
- If you want to experience more live music, mouthwatering authentic food, and enjoy the thrills of Carowinds. Then get ready for the Carowinds Viva La Fiesta, with live music, entertainment, and more! This event is free with park admission and will be on select dates in July & August.
- The Battle of Huck's Defeat at Historic Brattonsville is an annual reenactment of the historic battle. This living history reenactment focuses on Huck’s Defeat, one of the first battles of the Southern campaign to be won by the Patriot militia.
Outdoor Fun in the Sun
- Grab your fishing rods and bait to Kings Mountain State Park’s Lake Crawford. Here, you will be offered fishing access by boat or bank access.
- Take a trip to Camp Canaan and follow your dreams of flying! Camp Canaan offers visitors The Canaan Zipline Canopy Tour for a thrilling experience 70 ft in the air. Glide through the air and witness the wild oak forest and beautiful views of the Catawba River.
- Follow the nature trails of Anne Springs Close Greenway. This trail includes a vast variety of birds and over 100 wildflowers stretching across the trail.
- Enjoy a nice day at the newly renovated Ebenezer Park, where there is fun for all ages. They offer areas for a lakeside picnic, a designated swimming area, walking trails, and more!
- Visit Historic Brattonsville’s Walt Schrader Trails. Take a stroll along their 7-mile natural trail to relax, exercise, and view their distinctive plants and wildlife. While you are there, get a history lesson about the historic landmark!
- Take a stroll on Riverwalk Trail. This linear 3.35-mile paved, multi-use trail along the Catawba River offers a shaded walk among the trees with breathtaking river views. It is perfect for furry friends, running, biking, or walking.
Hit the Water
- Learn how to wakeboard at Southtown Wake Park! You can also enjoy the water on their stand-up paddleboards and kayaks or relax in lounge chairs on the lake’s shore.
- Splash Pad and family fun at New Centre Park in Clover. This 50-acre park is full of endless family fun for all ages. The Splash Pad will surely cool you down after you play a game of soccer on one of the four lighted fields or even an exciting game of disk golf.
- Cooldown at the new splash pad at York City Park. This outdoor play area is loaded with various sprinklers, fountains, nozzles, and other fun ways to keep you cool while having fun!
- Head to Tega Cay to rent a stand-up paddleboard from The Goat Boater!
- Spend the day making a splash at Carolina Harbor Water Park at Carowinds! The massive waterpark features everything from giant water slides and wave pools to large play structures and a three-acre kids’ area.
- Are you looking for an easy group water activity? Tube the Catawba River with your tube on your own time! Floating from the Dam to Riverwalk Carolinas is about 3.5 hours, depending on the river that day, so lather up the sunscreen! You will need to paddle now and then to avoid fallen trees or stumps, so bring your sense of humor and water shoes in case you need to hop out – there’s usually one brave soul who does!
Beat the Heat with Sweets
- Visit one of our local farms, Bush-N-Vine Farm, The Peach Tree Orchard, Black's Peaches, or Springs Farm, for a variety of handmade ice cream.
- Try something new from Bajo Cero San Marcos! Baja Cero San Marcos is a locally owned and operated paletería and nevería that makes popsicles and ice cream from fresh ingredients to create a traditional Mexican flavor.
- Not in the mood for a dairy-filled treat? Visit TC’s Shaved Ice
- Discover these York County ice cream spots you have to try!
