The Johnston, S.C., Peach Blossom Festival is now accepting applications in all areas for the 42nd Festival, which will be held May 2, 2026.
Entertainment
The Festival wants to feature talented people, local and not-so local, as part of the day-long entertainment held in downtown Johnston. Entertainers who think they have what it takes to be a part of this year’s Festival should contact Gaye Holmes, (803) 275-4234.
Parade
The Festival is now taking applications for individuals, organizations, and businesses interested in being a part of the Festival’s parade. Those interested in participating in the parade should contact Jenny Herlong, (803) 480-2595, 607 Edisto Street, Johnston, SC, 29832.
Arts and Crafts
Do you make cool stuff to sell? Those interested in having a crafter’s space at this year’s Festival should contact Donna Livingston, (803) 275-7002, P.O. Box 311, Johnston, SC 29832.
Food Vendors
The Festival is always looking for good food! Food vendors who would like to participate in the Festival should contact Noah Peterson, (803) 480-0135, P.O. Box 282, Johnston, SC 29832, amossonsfh@yahoo.com.
Each year, the Town goes all out with the Festival to remind citizens about the peach industry and to open its arms to visitors.
The popular Festival is also taking applications for individuals, organizations, or businesses interested in being a part of event.
Applications and expressions of interest are also now being accepted in the following areas:
- Pageant: Applications due by March 23. Applications can be obtained from Janice Cleveland at (803) 334-2507, or Elizabeth Holmes and Emily Black
- Program Book Ads: Debra Aston, (803) 275-2345, 416 Lee St., Suite 2, Johnston, SC 29832
The Johnston Development Corporation, a non-profit volunteer organization, sponsors the Festival. The Corporation works to aid the community in areas such as economic development, education, recreation, historic preservation, tourism, scientific and cultural opportunities, and continued promotion of Johnston.
