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Fun Things to See & Do in Summerville, South CarolinaSummerville, South Carolina, is the Birthplace of Sweet Tea and is also known for its abundance of beautiful azaleas, earning its motto, "The Flower Town in the Pines." Here are the best things to do and see in town, from the charming shops and restaurants on Main Street to its incredible festivals.AuthorsAFST
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Things To Do

World's Largest Sweet Tea
Snap a pic in front of Mason, the World’s Largest Sweet Tea, which holds a Guinness World Record and stands proudly near Town Hall as a symbol of Summerville’s sweet history and community pride. Summerville proudly holds the title of the Birthplace of Sweet Tea, a distinction rooted in both history and hospitality. The story ties back to Dr. Charles Shepard, who established the Pinehurst Tea Plantation here in the late 1800s—the first successful commercial tea farm in the United States. Tea grown at Pinehurst was later used to make one of the earliest recorded sweet tea recipes, forever linking Summerville to this Southern tradition. Today, that legacy is celebrated through the Sweet Tea Trail and the annual Sweet Tea Festival, which draws visitors from near and far.
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Downtown Summerville
Visit Historic Downtown Summerville to stroll Main Street's shops and restaurants, or attend one of the incredible festivals and events. The Sweet Tea Festival, held each September, celebrates the town’s claim as the Birthplace of Sweet Tea with live music, food vendors, and sweet tea cocktails along Main Street. Every third Thursday of the month, Third Thursday transforms downtown into a street festival with extended shopping hours, outdoor dining, and live entertainment. In spring, the Flowertown Festival draws thousands of visitors to admire blooming azaleas and shop from hundreds of artisans.
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Hutchinson Square
Downtown Summerville centers on Hutchinson Square, a landscaped town square across from Town Hall that hosts year-round gatherings like Third Thursday, Scarecrows on the Square, and the Town’s Christmas Tree Lighting. The square sits within a walkable district of local shops and restaurants and is marked by the Summerville Arch, a nod to the town’s pine heritage and history.
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Public Works Art Center
Summerville celebrates its diversity and cultures through community events, art, and storytelling that bring people together from all walks of life. The Public Works Art Center regularly features exhibits highlighting regional artists and cultural perspectives, creating a space where creativity and inclusivity meet.
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Summerville Farmers Market
The Summerville Farmers Market runs April through December.
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Get Outdoors

Brown Family Park
Brown Family Park, located in the Nexton area, hosts concerts, festivals, and outdoor gatherings in a beautiful open-air setting.
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Azalea Park
Azalea Park, located in the heart of downtown, features winding paths, gardens, sculptures, and shaded picnic spots surrounded by azaleas and tall pines. Families can enjoy playgrounds and open green spaces throughout town, offering places to relax, play, and connect.
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Sawmill Branch Trail
Nature lovers can explore miles of trails at Sawmill Branch Trail, a paved path connecting neighborhoods and parks across town. Work is underway as this trail will be part of a larger planned system called the Loblolly Greenway.
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Herbert H. Jessen Public Boat Landing
The Ashley River, a designated South Carolina Scenic River, invites visitors to kayak, canoe, or fish while taking in the Lowcountry’s natural beauty at the Jessen Boat Landing.
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