FLOW FEST 2024

Mark your calendars! The Arts Initiative at Palmetto Bluff’s annual arts and music festival, FLOW FEST, will return on Sunday, May 19, 2024. The afternoon on Wilson Village Green will feature Motown tunes from The Secrets, classic hits from local fan favorites Deas Guyz, tasty food and beverages from local vendors, kids’ crafts, and an eclectic artisan market. Ticket purchasers will automatically be entered to win a round of golf for four on the May River Golf Course at the Palmetto Bluff Golf Club!

FLOW FEST 2024 will also host The Arts Initiative’s Annual Art Auction. The auction, which will be on display at FLOW Gallery + Workshop, will feature an impressive collection of artwork graciously donated by the talented artists or Palmetto Bluff’s esteemed Artists in Residence and the skilled artisans of FLOW Gallery. Online bidding will begin Friday, May 17, and close at the end of FLOW FEST.

Highlights

• Festivities will kick off at 2pm with musical opener The Secrets, one of Charleston’s longest-running funk and Motown bands. Local favorite Deas Guyz will take the stage at 4pm to entertain the crowd with rhythm and blues, pop, rock, reggae, and dance beats. 
• At the artisan market, patrons can peruse the offerings of over 20 skilled artists showcasing their original and one-of-a-kind creations. From intricate jewelry and handcrafted pottery to stunning paintings in a range of mediums, attendees will have the opportunity to purchase unique pieces of artwork.
• Delicious food will be available from five local food trucks: Lowcountry Lobster, Nom Nom Poke, Slowfire BBQ, Smashed Savannah, and Taste of Mexico.
• Complimentary samples from our Tasting Partners River Dog Brewing Co. and Bee Town Mead and Cider (21+), and popsicles from Sweet Melissa's
• PBGO: Growing Outdoors will host fun arts and crafts activities for the younger FLOW FEST-ers.

Whether you're a music lover and art enthusiast - or just want to have a good time - FLOW FEST is the perfect way to spend a fun-filled spring day in the Lowcountry!

A portion of ticket proceeds and artisan sales will support a student in the Beaufort, Jasper, or Chatham county school system through The Arts Initiative at Palmetto Bluff’s new scholarship program: Inspiring the Arts Scholarship

Exciting details to come!

We love furry friends here at Palmetto Bluff. However, pets are not allowed at FLOW FEST unless they are certified service animals. Non-service animals are not allowed entry to the event.