Squealin' on the Square

About

Laurens' longest-running festival, held each October in downtown Laurens, Squealin' on the Square returns for its 25th year at the historic courthouse square. Presented by Main Street Laurens nonprofit—all proceeds fund downtown revitalization including facade grants, decorative lighting, and the Downtown Master Plan. Nearly a dozen BBQ vendors plus food vendors, with about 25–28 food vendors overall, plus nearly 100 local craft and nonprofit vendors. Hog-calling contest, pickle-eating and "Insane Wings" challenges, and five bands each day. Draws 15,000–20,000 visitors from across the region.

Details

Type

Festival

Season / Event Date(s)

First weekend Oct 2026 (TBC)

Venue

Downtown Square, 200 Courthouse Sq

Tags

• marquee
• bbq
• craft
• food-vendors