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- Catawba Fest - A Shopping Extravaganza
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- Children's Market
Celebrate Fall at the 4th Annual Catawba Fest!
Catawba Fest has been rescheduled from September 27th to October 11th due to pending inclement weather! The event on October 11th will be from from 1pm-9pm at Catawba Park for a day filled with festive excitement and Queen Nation preforming at 6:00 PM:
🌟 NEW THIS YEAR:
🎵 Live Entertainment - Enjoy local talents including the Gold Hill Middle School Band kicking off at 10am, followed by amazing regional performers all day long!
🎯 1 pm - 5 pm Children's Entrepreneur Market - Watch mini-moguls run their own businesses! From handmade crafts to tasty treats, these young entrepreneurs are AMAZING!
🌟1 pm - 4 pm Golf Cart Show - Sponsored by Macaluso Golf Carts, learn about the new SC Golf Cart Laws by the Tega Cay Police Department and check out the newest and greatest in carts.
🎁 Holiday Shopping Made Easy - Browse our grand market featuring unique handcrafted jewelry, wooden art, one-of-a-kind gifts, and charming home décor. Get your holiday shopping done early!
🍽️ Food & Fun Competitions - Watch or join our exciting eating contests at Smokin' Ed's Challenge at the Catawba Stage! Challenge yourself in our pumpkin pie eating contest and more by PuckerButt Pepper Company! 🔥
🍔 Delicious Food Trucks - Satisfy your cravings with everything from BBQ and wraps to wings, burgers, and sweet treats!
Fall is in the air at Catawba Park! Come experience the season's first festival and kick off your holiday preparations in style.
Thanks to our amazing sponsors: PuckerButt Pepper Company, Dick's Sporting Goods, Rock Hill Coca-Cola & Piedmont Medical Center!
This is where autumn magic meets entrepreneurial dreams and rock 'n' roll vibes! Don't miss it!
- Festival Rules:
- NO Pets
- NO Scooters and Bikes inside the event site.
- No Political Signage in and around Catawba Park.
- No outside Coolers
- No outside alcohol
- No weapons
Attendees: By attending Catawba Fest, attendees understand that photos can be taken in public places and that their likeness can be used in any photograph, image or video in future promotion of city events.
Smoking Ed's Eating Competition
with Nothing Bundt Cakes of Tega Cay
Registration 1 pm
Competitions Begins 1:30 pm
1st Challenge:
Mini-Pumpkin Pie Challenge Ages: 7 - 11
by PuckerButt Pepper Company – no spices
(6 challengers)
2nd Challenge:
Mini-Pumpkin Pie Challenge Ages: 7 - 11
by PuckerButt Pepper Company – no spices
(6 challengers)
3rd Challenge:
Pumpkin Pie Challenge Ages: 12 - 16
by PuckerButt Pepper Company – no spices
(10 challengers)
4th Challenge:
Pumpkin Pie Challenge Ages: 17- Adult
by PuckerButt Pepper Company – no spices
(10 challengers)
5th Challenge: Mini-Bundt Cakes Challenge Ages: 7 to 11
(6 challengers)
by Nothing Bundt Cake of Tega Cay
6th Challenge: Blind Folded-Bundt Cakes Challenge Ages: 17 - Adult
by Nothing Bundt Cake of Tega Cay (5 challengers)
7th Challenge: Carolina Reaper Hottest DOUGHNUT Challenge - Donuts of Doom!
Ages: Over 21 - participants must show ID
Roll Into the Ultimate Cart Show Experience!
Carts in the cay cart Show
*** Date & Time TBD ***
**Due to pending inclement weather the original event scheduled for September 27th has been rescheduled to October 11th. Cart show information is TBD for the new date. **
Get ready to cruise into the most exciting golf cart event of the year! Join us at Catawba Park during the amazing Catawba Fest for a one-of-a-kind Cart Show that celebrates everything on wheels.
ALL CARTS WELCOME! Whether you're rolling up in a stock beauty, a custom masterpiece, a lifted beast, or a slammed speedster - we want to see it! From the latest 2025 models to beloved classics that have stood the test of time, every cart has a story to tell.
What to Expect:
- Incredible Variety: All brands, all ages, all styles - stock to custom, lifted to lowered, speed demons to vintage gems
- Exciting Competition: Bring your cart to compete for awesome awards
- Fun Activities: Engaging games and entertainment for the whole family
- Cool Swag: Take home some great Cart Show merchandise
- Award Ceremonies: Recognition for the best in show across multiple categories
Two Ways to Enjoy:
🏆 COMPETE: Bring your pride and joy to show off and compete for recognition
👀 SPECTATE: Come enjoy the incredible displays and soak up the cart culture
It's like a traditional car show, but with the fun, accessible world of golf carts! Discover what's trending in the cart community for 2025 and connect with fellow enthusiasts who share your passion for these amazing vehicles.
Event Details:
- When: TBD
- Where: TBD
- Proudly Presented By: Macaluso Golf Carts
- Registration: Required for participants - click on the QR Code on the flyer to register or click here
Whether you're a longtime cart enthusiast or just curious about this growing community, the Catawba Fest Cart Show promises an unforgettable experience. Mark your calendars and get ready to roll!
Welcome to Catawba Fest! Everyone in the family will enjoy roaming and shopping through a grand selection of arts, crafts, gifts and great food creating the perfect venue for early holiday shopping!
Held at Tega Cay’s picturesque Catawba Park by the Catawba Dam, the festival promises to feature delightful food, lively music, and plenty of fun!
Catawba Park - 2351 New Grey Rock Road, Tega Cay
Parking is limited at Catawba Park. Please enjoy our FREE shuttle from Gold Hill Middle School located at 1025 Dave Gibson Blvd.
PARK AND RIDE!
FREE Shuttle Service from Gold Hill Middle School to Catawba Park.
the Trolley will run every 15 minutes.
(Click on Map for GPS)
Please no pets.