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Gopher Hill Festival

October 2-4, 2025

Join us for the 53rd annual
Gopher Hill Festival

Ridgeland, SC

About Gopher Hill Festival

Since 1972, The Town of Ridgeland, SC has celebrated its connection with the Gopher Tortoise each year in October at the Gopher Hill Festival. The festival offers family fun and entertainment including a children's parade, grand parade, arts, crafts, kiddie rides, games, free outdoor concerts with a variety of entertainers and the ever popular turtle race.

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History of Gopher Hill

What You Can Expect at Gopher Hill Festival

Classic Car, Truck & Bike Show

Car lovers rejoice! Don't miss these classic cars, trucks & bikes on display.

Food, Crafts & More

Yummy food from funnel cakes to some of the best lowcountry seafood. Arts & crafts and so much more to enjoy.

Live Music

Music & Entertainment on the Main Stage throughout the whole festival...karate exhibitions, dance companies, local talent and headliner music groups.

Kid's Fun Zone

Fun for all ages...bounce houses, rock climbing, train rides and more!

Talent Show

All ages showcasing their talents - singers, dancers, choirs, mimes, comedians, instrumentalist - all talent is welcome!

Parades

The children's parade is on Thursday evening and the Festival parade is on Saturday morning.

Turtle Races

A unique and heartwarming event for all ages!

Gopher Hill 5K Run/Walk

Family-friendly race through the town of Ridgeland, SC. This mostly flat, fast 5K race is a fun part of the annual Gopher Hill Festival.

Activities

Thank you to our
Platinum & Gold Sponsors

Town of Ridgeland

Jasper County SC

Jasper County Chamber of Commerce

Cleland Construction

Mike Reichenbach Chevrolet

Forino Co, L.P.

Fiddler's Seafood

Hargray/Sparklight

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