The City of Clinton is preparing to welcome residents and visitors to an estimated record-breaking Rhythm on the Rails event on Saturday, April 25. The full-day event features over 30 local vendors, a wide variety of activities for all ages, and a complete entertainment lineup.
“Rhythm on the Rails provides us with the opportunity to remember our City’s history as a key railway stop, celebrate our shared love of this community, and support the future growth of Clinton. We were overwhelmed, in the best way, by the vendor response. It’s going to be an incredible day, and we hope to see as many folks as possible at the Depot,” said City Manager Joey Meadors.
Unprecedented Vendor Participation
This year’s event will highlight beverages, crafts, food, and merchandise from over 30 vendors. Dining options include barbecue, soul food, seafood, carnival-style sweets, and assorted desserts. Attendees can also purchase apparel, gifts, custom candles, handcrafted jewelry, home décor, wooden crafts, and even experience a few “hat bars” to design their own creations. The format of the event enables festival goers to talk firsthand with the makers behindthese items – and to support local Clinton commerce.
Live Entertainment
The planned entertainment for Rhythm on the Rails includes demonstrations from area students as well as several concert-style musical performances. The current schedule is:
• 10:30am – Clinton Elementary School Pan Jammers
• 11:00am – Dance South
• 11:30am – Clinton Middle School Band
• 1:00pm – Dixie Barnes & Ben Bagwell
• 3:00pm – Exit 83 Band
• 5:00pm – LEVELZ
In addition to visiting vendors and enjoying the free entertainment, event attendees can enjoy amusement rides, face painting, and games from Big Air Trampoline Park.
Event Details
Rhythm on the Rails is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. at the Clinton Depot, located on North Broad Street. Parking is available behind the Industrial Supply Building (213-225 West Main Street) and along the West Main Street area. For questions about Rhythm on the Rails, please contact Amelia Davenport at 864-200-4591 or adavenport@cityofclintonsc.com.
CITY OF CLINTON
The City of Clinton is committed to a shared vision to be a connected, welcoming and forward-thinking community that values transparency, economic vitality, strong neighborhoods, and a high quality of life for all residents. The proud home of Presbyterian College, Clinton is nestled in the heart of Upstate South Carolina and has a population of approximately 8500. We are situated within minutes of I-385 and I-26 and are less than an hour's drive from the metropolitan centers of Columbia, Greenville, and Spartanburg. Clinton's commitment to citizen-driven strategic planning has resulted in a vibrant, enthusiastic community focused on enhancing all aspects of our hometown. The downtown area is buzzing with excitement. Whether you are a football fanatic, a history buff, or are simply looking for a wonderful place to raise your children, Clinton has it all. For more information about the City of Clinton, please visit cityofclintonsc.com or call 864-833-7500.
