The fourth annual Chattooga River Festival is gearing up to bring a day of family fun, outdoor activities, and environmental awareness to Lyerly Park on June 14th. The event, hosted by the Chattooga River Group, will run from 10 AM to 5 PM, offering free admission and parking to all attendees.

This year’s festival boasts a diverse lineup of entertainment, headlined by special guest “The Snake Guy” Jason Clark. Clark will be providing educational and engaging reptile demonstrations at 11 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM, a popular feature from previous years. Beyond the reptile shows, attendees can enjoy free kayak paddling on the Chattooga River, live music performances throughout the day, and a competitive cornhole tournament. The cornhole tournament requires teams of two to register. While there are no age or gender restrictions, each team member receives a free festival T-shirt with their paid entry. The victorious team will walk away with a cash prize ranging from $50 to $100, and additional prizes may be awarded. A minimum of four teams and a maximum of twelve are required for the tournament. Families with young children can take advantage of the dedicated Kid-Zone, offering free entertainment.

Numerous arts and crafts vendors will also be present, alongside a selection of festival food options. The Chattooga River Group, organizers of the event, are dedicated to “beautifying, protecting, and enjoying” the Chattooga River, a vital natural resource for the region.

For more information about the festival, please visit ChatoogaRiverGroup.org or call 706-857-4033.