[ October 15, 2026 ] Make room for a little time in Pickens County this weekend. Whether heading out with friends, welcoming visitors, or seeing where the weekend takes you, Visit Pickens has put together a guide to local happenings in one place. From the highly anticipated Heritage Days to the excitement of Jasper Downtown Live, explore what is happening from Thursday through Sunday and find something worth adding to your calendar.

Thursday, October 15
Start the weekend early on Thursday with a mix of free community gatherings and local talent. The Pickens County Library hosts the Senior Autumn Social at 10:30 am and the Sassafras October Writers Meeting at 5 pm. Also at 5 pm, head over to Talking Rock Brewery to grab a craft pint and enjoy Open Mic Night. Evening options include unwinding with Yoga with Karen at the Pickens County Recreation Department at 5:30 pm or singing your heart out during Karaoke Night at I Love NY Pizza & Bar at 6 pm.

Friday, October 16
Friday brings beautiful mountain views and incredible live entertainment. Enjoy Hearth & Harmony featuring Daiyaan Winston at Fainting Goat Vineyards at 6 pm, or catch free live music from Mark Miller at Old Mulehouse at 6 pm. For a thrilling evening, check out the ticketed Haunted Hills Farm Trail & Hayride at 7:30 pm. Wrap up the night with rockin' live music from The Mixon Boys at Rocco's Pub at 8 pm.

Saturday, October 17
Saturday is packed with massive community celebrations and vibrant markets. Start the morning picking up fresh produce and artisan goods at the free Jasper Farmers Market at Lee Newton Park at 7:30 am. The 32nd Annual Talking Rock Heritage Days Festival kicks off at 9 am, featuring an Opening Ceremony followed by live music from Adrian Stover, Roadkill Rangers, and the Cox Johnson Band. In the afternoon, catch Gabe Myers performing live at Talking Rock Brewery at 4 pm, or head to Perrow Park for Downtown Live at 4 pm featuring Bettin' On The Mule, Solo Lowit, and headliner Erin Kirby.

Sunday, October 18
The weekend wraps up with another fantastic day at the 32nd Annual Talking Rock Heritage Days Festival starting at 9 am, complete with a Sunrise Service, live music from Jordan Denton and the Carpet Capital Cloggers, and a Silent Auction & Community Quilt Raffle. Sunday afternoon offers plenty of relaxing acoustic sets at local venues, including Whiskey Magnolia at Old Mulehouse at 12 pm, and performances at Fainting Goat Vineyards, Cairn View Winery, and Canoe Vineyard & Winery starting at 1:30 pm and 2 pm.

Ready for the complete schedule, times, and venue details? Discover the full calendar shared by Visit Pickens and plan your perfect weekend at Visit Pickens!