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Events, Festivals, Celebrations and Holidays
The Southeastern United States

By Sheridan Alexander, About.com

In addition to all of the great things to see in the Southeastern United States, there are also always plenty of festivals, celebrations and special events happening in any given season. This guide to seasonal events will help you find out about some of the fun things that will be going on during your visit to the Southeast.
  • Fall Festivals, Fairs, Celebrations and Holidays
    Fall is a splendid time of the year in the Southeast, when visitors are able to enjoy an array of seasonal harvest festivals, celebrations, fairs and special events. Find hundreds of fun things to do during a memorable autumn weekend getaway, day-trip or fall vacation.

  • Winter Festivals, Fairs, Celebrations and Holidays
    From celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year's Eve during the holiday season to planning a winter escape with your special Valentine or a family vacation during winter break, there are hundreds of wonderful annual winter events to enjoy in the South.

  • Spring Festivals, Fairs, Celebrations and Holidays
    Never arriving too soon, spring is a glorious time to visit the Southeast to enjoy some of the region's most delightful annual festivals and special events. From St. Patrick's Day fun, to Easter and spring break events, Mother's Day celebrations and finally the unofficial Memorial Day weekend transition from spring into summer, this round up of spring festivals and events offers an array of fun things to do during your spring visit to the Southeast U.S.


  • Summer Festivals, Fairs, Celebrations and Holidays
    Summer is the most popular travel season in most areas of the Southeast and a great time to explore some of the region's many seasonal festivals and special summer events. Visitors are able to enjoy music and dance festivals, arts and crafts fairs, agricultural events, outdoor concerts, an array of food festivals and so much more.

  • Holidays Throughout the Year
    During every season in just about every month of the year, visitors to the Southeast will find several wonderful choices for celebrating the annual holidays. From dazzling Fourth of July fireworks to twinkling Christmas lights, this round up will lead you to an array of fun things to do during your holiday visit to the Southeast.
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